A Linha Curva Flashcards
What is the stimulus for A Linha Curva?
Brazilian culture, celebrating the Brazilian way of life.
What are the main themes of A Linha Curva?
Carnival and relationships between men and women.
What is the choreographic intention of A Linha Curva?
Just have fun with contradictions.
How do Brazilian men communicate with women in A Linha Curva?
Through hunting in packs, showing off and competing with each other.
What is the aural setting for A Linha Curva?
Played live by a samba percussion band with repetitive drums and male vocals at the beginning and middle.
How many dancers are in A Linha Curva?
28 dancers: 15 male and 13 female.
What is the choreographic approach used in A Linha Curva?
Collaborative work with dancers, creating motifs through improvisation.
What is the set design for A Linha Curva?
No set with black tabs and floor, a raised platform for the samba band, and skateboards for travel across the stage.
What dance styles are featured in A Linha Curva?
Capoeira, samba, and contemporary.
Who is the choreographer of A Linha Curva?
Itzik Galili.
What is the costume design for A Linha Curva?
Black mesh tops and bright coloured neon hot pants (lycra) with matching zip.
What is the performance environment for A Linha Curva?
End stage.
What is the lighting design for A Linha Curva?
Overhead lighting with a chequerboard pattern in bright colours.
How do the costumes contribute to the stimulus of A Linha Curva?
The colours of the shorts reflect the colours of Brazilian carnivals.
How do the costumes enhance the intention of A Linha Curva?
Tight fitting costumes allow maximum movement, enhancing the ‘just have fun’ intention.
What mood do the costumes create in A Linha Curva?
Bright and happy mood.
How do the costumes complement other components in A Linha Curva?
The colours of the shorts complement the colours of the lighting.
How do the costumes sculpt the body in A Linha Curva?
Tight fitting costumes sculpt the body.
What uniformity is created by the costumes in A Linha Curva?
The costumes are the same, creating uniformity.
How do the metal collars in the costumes highlight gender?
Metal collars highlight the male gender in the opening.
How does the aural setting contribute to the stimulus of A Linha Curva?
Samba bands portray traditional Brazilian style music.
How does the aural setting enhance the intention of A Linha Curva?
Rapid tempo and use of vocals create a sense of fun and excitement.
What mood does the aural setting create in A Linha Curva?
High energy tempo creates a happy and vibrant mood.
How does the aural setting complement other components in A Linha Curva?
Samba style music complements the carnival coloured lighting and costumes.
How does the live samba band affect the geographical context in A Linha Curva?
It creates a sense of being immersed in Brazil.
What creates a sense of climax in the aural setting of A Linha Curva?
Re-introduction of fast samba beats with vocals after the narrative section.
What contrast is present in the aural setting of A Linha Curva?
A narrative section with slower, deeper notes contrasts with rapid drumming of ensemble sections.
How does the set contribute to the stimulus of A Linha Curva?
Reflects the Brazilian way of life.
What mood does the set create in A Linha Curva?
Exciting.
How does the set complement other components in A Linha Curva?
Black set and floor complement black costumes.
What context does the stage create in A Linha Curva?
A sense of a live performance at a carnival.
How does the set create levels in A Linha Curva?
The stage elevates the band, making them part of the performance.
How are skateboards incorporated into the action in A Linha Curva?
Dancers use skateboards to travel across the stage.
How does the lighting contribute to the stimulus of A Linha Curva?
Colours reflect the colours of Brazil and carnivals.
How does the lighting enhance the intention of A Linha Curva?
Erratic checkerboard lighting enhances the fun aspect.
What mood does the lighting create in A Linha Curva?
An unpredictable and fun mood.
How does the lighting highlight dancers in A Linha Curva?
Spotlights are used in solo and duet sections.
How does the lighting highlight the dance space in A Linha Curva?
Checkerboard lighting creates a defined dance space.
How does the lighting sculpt the body in A Linha Curva?
Lighting sculpts the bodies of the dancers and enhances movement.
What geographic context is conveyed through the lighting in A Linha Curva?
Colours connote the colours of the Brazilian flag - green, blue, yellow.
How does the lighting complement other components in A Linha Curva?
Colours of light complement the colours of the costumes.
