"Infernal Galop" (1989) Flashcards
When was “Infernal Galop” created and performed?
Created in 1989, but performed again as part of the triple bill in 2012, celebrating New Adventures 25th Anniversary.
What are the constituent features of “Infernal Galop”?
Music: Parisian, Folk, Polka music.
Dancers: 7 (3 male ‘Sailors’, 3 males and 1 female in the Parisian band).
Physical set: Black and White projected background of 1920s Parisian streets. Men wear underwear and jacket, or trousers and no jacket. French wear stripy clothing with French berets and instruments, like accordion and maracas
What is the subject matter for “Infernal Galop”?
A work depicting the British presentation of stereotypical France in 1920s. Explores the repression of homosexuality.
Give a movement example from “Infernal Galop” that shows Bourne’s use of humour, link to the subject matter, inspiration from Carry on Films.
Movement - One dancer lies prone CS, with the other dancer on top, straddling over him, supported by his hands. Suddenly, the French band appear from USL and move towards the couple, playing their instruments.
Interpretation - The intimate, romantic bond demonstrates the 2 males bond and romance reinforcing the stereotype that France is the place of love, the band appearing suddenly creates humour and a highlight.
