Infra Flashcards
Who is the choreographer of Infra?
James Cousins.
Which company is behind Infra?
The Royal Ballet.
How many dancers were in Infra?
12 (6m,6f)
What is the duration of Infra?
28 mins.
What is the structure of Infra?
Abstract. Solos, duets, ensemble.
What is the dance style of Infra?
Contemporary Ballet.
Choreographic approach of Infra:
SHOW, MAKE, TASK - structured into sentences and paragraphs.
What is the choreographic intention of Infra?
Seeing below the surface. The interference of what the body is doing with pedestrian gestures.
Stimulus of Infra:
Life below the city (Latin).
Who are the aural composers of Infra?
Max Richter and Chris Ekers.
What is the aural setting of Infra?
Mix of melancholy string melodies with electronic sounds and everyday sounds such as train whistles.
Who is the costume designed for Infra?
Moritz Junge.
What is the costume of Infra?
Fitted shorts, vests, black, white grey colours. Females wear pointe shoes. Street clothes are worn for the brief appearance of the crowd.
Who is the lighting designer for Infra?
Lucy Carter.
Describe the lighting of Infra:
Light the width of the stage often focuses downstage. Occasionally, dancers are lit by shafts of light and at one point 6 rectangles of light frame 6 duets.
What is the performance environment of Infra?
Proscenium Arch.
Who is the set designer of Infra?
Julian Opie.
What is the staging/set of Infra?
18 LED screen is placed high on the black back wall. Runs the width of the stage - mesmerising flow of electronic walking figures.
