The Capoeira style performance of DanceBrazil at NYU’s Skirball Center was truly beautiful and invigorating.
The first piece, Ritmos, was very energetic and rhythmic, nearly voltaic. The dance was spiritual and adrenalizing. This first piece seemed very martial-arts based and was bold and captivating. Each dancer was always in harmony with their partner, and this pattern continued when there were two specific groups. There were amorous dances between a man and a woman then later playful competitions between the men for applause. Ritmos was filled with very impressive, fast steps which included flipping and punching that were always pleasing to the audience. Beautiful, strong lines added backbone to the dancing and made it seem all the more masculine. At times the dancing had animalistic, feral undertones that brought even more life to the piece.
The second piece was the world premiere of Inura. [click to continue….]
{ 0 comments }
