A Linha Curva Flashcards
1
Q
Stimulus
A
Brazilian carnival
Celebration of Brazilian life
2
Q
Choreographic intent
A
Having fun
Men competing and showing off to women
Sense of samba parade
3
Q
Performance environment
A
End stage
4
Q
Aural setting
A
Percussion Drums Body percussion Vocal chants Samba rhythms Contrast-slow section
5
Q
Lighting
A
Coloured grid chequer board
Linear patterns
Restricts dancers space
White wash
6
Q
Number of dancers
A
28
15 male 13 female
7
Q
Costume
A
Bright coloured Lycra shorts
Black sleeveless vest top in mesh- bright coloured stripe
Men wear metal disks at start
Bare feet
8
Q
Movement
A
Canon duets, counterpoint, contacts, unison, manipulation of number, repetition