A Lihna Curva Flashcards
Who choreographed A Lihna Curva?
Christopher Bruce
Which company performed in A Lihna Curva/
Rambert.
Who are the dancers in A Lihna Curva?
28 (15m, 13f)
What was the duration of A Lihna Curva?
23 minutes.
Describe the structure of ALC:
Ensemble with repetition and formations - dictated by grids. Mixed with narrative and character, exploring competitive nature of males.
What is the dance style of ALC?
Samba, Capoeira, Contemporary.
What is the choreographic intention of ALC?
Simply to have fun - with contridictions. Regimented straight lines - sense of samba parade. How Brazilian men communicate with women.
What is the stimulus of ALC?
Brazilian culture - celebration of the way of life and ability to live in the moment.
What is the aural setting of ALC?
Vocal sounds, played by four live percussionists and is influenced by Brazilian samba music, including the dancers vocal sounds.
Costume and lighting designer for ALC;
Itzik Galili.
Describe the costume of ALC:
All dancers wear black vests with different coloured Lycra shorts. Carnival colours, metallic disc shaped collars to begin.
Describe the lighting of ALC:
Timed and coloured. Chequer-board effect. Lines show spacing for the dancers.
Performance environment of ALC;
End stage.
Describe the staging and set of ALC:
Empty apart from raised platform for percussionists. In one section skateboards are used by 5 dancers to propel themselves.
