A Linha Curva Flashcards
Who is the choreographer of A Linha Curva?
Itzik Galili
What company performed A Linha Curva?
Rambert
When did A Linha Curva premiere?
2009
What dance styles are featured in A Linha Curva?
Samba, capoeira, contemporary
What is the choreographic approach of A Linha Curva?
Collaborative - dancers made their own solo
What are the stimuli of A Linha Curva?
Curved line, Brazilian culture, celebration
How many dancers are in A Linha Curva?
28
What is the structure of A Linha Curva?
Curved line, ensemble and narrative sections
What is the performance environment of A Linha Curva?
End stage
What is the choreographic intent of A Linha Curva?
Having fun (celebration of Brazilian culture), samba parades, men showing off and competing for women
What are some motifs in A Linha Curva?
Robson (swinging arms), Liris (shoulder rolls), showing off and travelling motif
How is the Robson motif developed in A Linha Curva?
Robson varies through direction, facing to and from audience, to SL, with embellishments like lunges added to torso rotations
What are some actions in A Linha Curva?
Swinging, curved & straight arms, low second position, copoeira swinging ticks, samba footwork and ripples, samba hip rotations, contemporary parallel
What is the space like in A Linha Curva?
Clear, changing formations (linear from side directions, DS to US, cross formation, diagonal lines, scattered), range of levels (floor work, jumps, and lifts), range of sizes and actions
What are the dynamics in A Linha Curva?
Energetic, bouncy, rapid; ADAGE SEPTET: slow, fluid, sustained, complements mysterious atmosphere
What types of relationships are shown in A Linha Curva?
Mirroring, accumulation, counterpoint, contact, formations, complementary; adds interest and shows ensemble working together
How is the choreographic intent realized in A Linha Curva?
Fun/celebration - big bold actions with lively, energetic dynamics, linear pathways show carnival parades; men pursuing women - big actions and dynamics to impress, chants calling out to attract attention; showing off - big actions and lively dynamics with characterisation
What is the relationship between the aural setting and the choreography in A Linha Curva?
Direct correlation throughout, especially in the adage septet; music visualization with ‘ting’ in percussion music echoes chin hitting forehead; complementary style with percussion instruments, samba, and capoeira dance styles
What are some choreographic devices used in A Linha Curva?
Unison (opening Robson motif), canon (dancers entering from SR), motif development/variation, accumulation, simultaneous canon
What lighting is used in A Linha Curva?
49 overhead lights pointing down, complements movement and accompaniment; moving lines & chequerboard patterns work with formations; vibrant colors and changing patterns add to the fun atmosphere; warm orange side lighting enhances male battle section
What is the costume like in A Linha Curva?
Black, mesh sleeveless vest, brightly colored wet-look lycra shorts, metallic reflective discs in the opening section, tight-fitting shorts for freedom of movement, slight differences for individuality
What is the staging and setting like in A Linha Curva?
Musicians on raised platform US; black box stage allows safe formation changes; black floor highlights lighting and colors; 6 skateboards used by male dancers during adage septet
What is the aural setting in A Linha Curva?
Over 50 instruments (e.g., drums, bongos, boom whackers); loud vocals in opening; rhythms mostly samba-based; live musicians visible on raised platform; music structure complements dance, with tempo and energy changes
