A Linah Curva Flashcards
who choreographed the piece?
Itzik Galili
who performed the piece
rambert dance company
what does the title mean?
a curved line
what are the two stimuli for the dance?
Brazilian culture/ celebrating the way of life and the curved line
when was the piece first performed?
12th May 2009
what are the 3 dance styles used?
samba, copeira, contemporary
what are the choreographic intentions?
-having fun/ celebration
- large ensemble sections of brazilian inspired movement. performed in straight lines. represents samba parade accompanied by grid lighting
-how brazilian men communicate with women a
compete with each other
what is the choreographic approach?
- dancers created a short solo using improvisation and taught to the rest of the company
- phrases taught formed basis of ensemble sections
- phrases structured in formations
how many dancers are there?
13 female
15 male
28 altogether
what is the aural setting?
music written by percossa a percussion group based in Holland. played by 4 percussionists influenced by brazilian samba music. dancers also contribute to the vocal sounds
evaluate the use of fast percussion using samba rhythms:
example-
first ensemble section
evaluate- samba rhythms create an exciting and uplifting mood. vibrant sounds complement brazilian samba. links to stimulus of brazilian culture. enhances intention of having fun
link- having fun and brazilian culture
evaluate the use of slow and atmospheric berimbau (brazilian instrument)
example- women’s adage section
evaluate- creates calm, reflective, atmospheric mood for audience. contrast to endeble samba rhythms
link- links to brazilian culture. complements slow adage movement happening on stage
evaluate the use of vocal chant:
example- men in the first narrative section
evaluate- shows rivalry men show and chaotic competiton they have encountering women
link- choreographic intention of presenting his brazilian men compete for woments attention
evaluate the use of body percussion:
example- in narrative section when men battle against each other
evaluate- helps create animalistic, tribal atmosphere for audience
link- competing and showing off for women
describe the costumes in detail:
opening section- men wear metallic disc shape collars that reflect light. 10 varied vibrant coloured shorts. carnival atmospheric colours.
ensemble- black vests with zips that match shorts. tight costumes made of lycra to sculpt body. audience can see lines of dancers body. complements clean lines of lighting grid. men wear open chest black vests
how do the costumes link to lighting?
skin tightness of the costumes allow for the audience to see dancers lines clearly which match the lines made by the lighting grid. when light shines on dancer their skin looks luminous and vibrant
identity 4 aspects of costume which directly link to stimulus or intention:
- open front of men’s costume links to men showing off
- varying vibrant colours link to brazilian samba parades and festivities of carnivals
- tight lycra and mesh material links to femininity and masculinity that show off body physique
- straight line zip of costumes links to curved line
how does lighting contribute to the dance?
defines line and spacing for dancers in ensemble sections
preprogrammed lighting dictated speed and pace of dancing and music
how does the lighting enhance the intentions/ stimulus of A Linah Curva?
vibrant colours of lighting grids= fun and brazilian culture of samba parades
evaluate the two types of lighting:
multicoloured squares of light - happens in ensemble section. fast changing to complement dynamics of dancers. defines space dancers move in
white wash- narrative sections. opens up space of stage and helps us clearly see expression and movement of dancers. establishes structure in piece
what is the performance environment?
end stage
what is the set design?
black box
upstage there is a raised platform where the percussionists perform
how does the use of skateboards enhance intention?
showing off
men are mischevious and having fun
