Choreographic Form And Choreographic Devices Flashcards
What is the structure of Sutra?
-sutra is constructed in an episodic structure. The work has no linear through line or narrative instead it is a collection of sections exploring different themes and box formations. It is split into 18 sections, defined by the changes in music and formations of the boxes
Why has Larbi chosen to structure the work in this way?
-he wanted to section the work in a coherent order which demonstrated progression and a journey.
-the changes in box formation acts as the thread throughout
Why did Larbi create Sutra and how did this impact on its structuring
-he created Sutra after he went to the temple to observe the life and culture of the Shaolin monks after struggling with physical, mental and creative fatigue as a result of the successful touring of Zero Degrees with Akram Khan. He wanted a reciprocal exchange with the chief Monk who was equally as interested in Larbi and his choreography
-the work starts with the relationship between Dong Dong and Larbi being shown, as Dong Dong was the first monk to accept him, and it ends with Larbi integrated with all the monks in the courtyard performing Kung Fu as a collective
Give examples as to where the placement of sections shows purposeful and careful considerations
-section 4 War into section 5 Box- extreme contrast/ juxtaposition of fast loud intense Kung Fu with very serene and iso,aged movement within a box
-section 8 Forest into section 9 Solo- again contrast
Describe the purpose of humour within the transitions of the work
-they create highlights and are a contrast to the intensity demonstrated in the dance sections
E.g at end of Sword when Dong Dong steals the sword
E.g when the monks sit up in their boxes and Dong Dong turns around having missed it
Explain what the purpose of the different choreographic devices used in Sutra are
-highlights to create memorable peaks in the performance, maintaining audience attention
-climax is what the whole dance builds up to, scene in the final section courtyard
-contrast takes the audience of a journey throughout
-canons, unison and repetition aid the choreographic presentation of the Kung Fu movement making it more aesthetic to watch
The idea of opposites and contradictions are explored throughout Sutra, give examples and the effects this creates
-East vs west, building and destroying, freedom and containment
-this used the choreographic device of contrast to create sense of a journey
