A Linha Curva

Question 1

What is the stimulus for A Linha Curva?

Answer 1

Brazilian culture, celebrating the Brazilian way of life.

Question 2

What are the main themes of A Linha Curva?

Answer 2

Carnival and relationships between men and women.

Question 3

What is the choreographic intention of A Linha Curva?

Answer 3

Just have fun with contradictions.

Question 4

How do Brazilian men communicate with women in A Linha Curva?

Answer 4

Through hunting in packs, showing off and competing with each other.

Question 5

What is the aural setting for A Linha Curva?

Answer 5

Played live by a samba percussion band with repetitive drums and male vocals at the beginning and middle.

Question 6

How many dancers are in A Linha Curva?

Answer 6

28 dancers: 15 male and 13 female.

Question 7

What is the choreographic approach used in A Linha Curva?

Answer 7

Collaborative work with dancers, creating motifs through improvisation.

Question 8

What is the set design for A Linha Curva?

Answer 8

No set with black tabs and floor, a raised platform for the samba band, and skateboards for travel across the stage.

Question 9

What dance styles are featured in A Linha Curva?

Answer 9

Capoeira, samba, and contemporary.

Question 10

Who is the choreographer of A Linha Curva?

Answer 10

Itzik Galili.

Question 11

What is the costume design for A Linha Curva?

Answer 11

Black mesh tops and bright coloured neon hot pants (lycra) with matching zip.

Question 12

What is the performance environment for A Linha Curva?

Answer 12

End stage.

Question 13

What is the lighting design for A Linha Curva?

Answer 13

Overhead lighting with a chequerboard pattern in bright colours.

Question 14

How do the costumes contribute to the stimulus of A Linha Curva?

Answer 14

The colours of the shorts reflect the colours of Brazilian carnivals.

Question 15

How do the costumes enhance the intention of A Linha Curva?

Answer 15

Tight fitting costumes allow maximum movement, enhancing the ‘just have fun’ intention.

Question 16

What mood do the costumes create in A Linha Curva?

Answer 16

Bright and happy mood.

Question 17

How do the costumes complement other components in A Linha Curva?

Answer 17

The colours of the shorts complement the colours of the lighting.

Question 18

How do the costumes sculpt the body in A Linha Curva?

Answer 18

Tight fitting costumes sculpt the body.

Question 19

What uniformity is created by the costumes in A Linha Curva?

Answer 19

The costumes are the same, creating uniformity.

Question 20

How do the metal collars in the costumes highlight gender?

Answer 20

Metal collars highlight the male gender in the opening.

Question 21

How does the aural setting contribute to the stimulus of A Linha Curva?

Answer 21

Samba bands portray traditional Brazilian style music.

Question 22

How does the aural setting enhance the intention of A Linha Curva?

Answer 22

Rapid tempo and use of vocals create a sense of fun and excitement.

Question 23

What mood does the aural setting create in A Linha Curva?

Answer 23

High energy tempo creates a happy and vibrant mood.

Question 24

How does the aural setting complement other components in A Linha Curva?

Answer 24

Samba style music complements the carnival coloured lighting and costumes.

Question 25

How does the live samba band affect the geographical context in A Linha Curva?

Answer 25

It creates a sense of being immersed in Brazil.

Question 26

What creates a sense of climax in the aural setting of A Linha Curva?

Answer 26

Re-introduction of fast samba beats with vocals after the narrative section.

Question 27

What contrast is present in the aural setting of A Linha Curva?

Answer 27

A narrative section with slower, deeper notes contrasts with rapid drumming of ensemble sections.

Question 28

How does the set contribute to the stimulus of A Linha Curva?

Answer 28

Reflects the Brazilian way of life.

Question 29

What mood does the set create in A Linha Curva?

Answer 29

Exciting.

Question 30

How does the set complement other components in A Linha Curva?

Answer 30

Black set and floor complement black costumes.

Question 31

What context does the stage create in A Linha Curva?

Answer 31

A sense of a live performance at a carnival.

Question 32

How does the set create levels in A Linha Curva?

Answer 32

The stage elevates the band, making them part of the performance.

Question 33

How are skateboards incorporated into the action in A Linha Curva?

Answer 33

Dancers use skateboards to travel across the stage.

Question 34

How does the lighting contribute to the stimulus of A Linha Curva?

Answer 34

Colours reflect the colours of Brazil and carnivals.

Question 35

How does the lighting enhance the intention of A Linha Curva?

Answer 35

Erratic checkerboard lighting enhances the fun aspect.

Question 36

What mood does the lighting create in A Linha Curva?

Answer 36

An unpredictable and fun mood.

Question 37

How does the lighting highlight dancers in A Linha Curva?

Answer 37

Spotlights are used in solo and duet sections.

Question 38

How does the lighting highlight the dance space in A Linha Curva?

Answer 38

Checkerboard lighting creates a defined dance space.

Question 39

How does the lighting sculpt the body in A Linha Curva?

Answer 39

Lighting sculpts the bodies of the dancers and enhances movement.

Question 40

What geographic context is conveyed through the lighting in A Linha Curva?

Answer 40

Colours connote the colours of the Brazilian flag - green, blue, yellow.

Question 41

How does the lighting complement other components in A Linha Curva?

Answer 41

Colours of light complement the colours of the costumes.