Grupo Corpo: Brazilian Dance Fusion

UPC: 807280035797

Product Features

• Title: Grupo Corpo: Brazilian Dance Theater
• Choreographies: "Bach" by Rodrigo Pederneiras and "O Corpo" by Rodrigo Pederneiras
• Music for 'Bach': Johann Sebastian Bach, with arrangements by Marco Antônio Guimarães
• Music for 'O Corpo': Arnaldo Antunes
• Stage Design: Fernando Velloso, Paulo Pederneiras
• Costumes: Freusa Zechmeister, Fernando Velloso (for 'O Corpo')
• Lighting: Paulo Pederneiras
• Recorded at: Festhaus Baden-Baden
• Sound: Paul Thilo Feinermann, Peter Hecker
• Camera Crew: Kurt Oskar Herting, Stefan Aglassinger, Leif Larsen, Gerhard Müllner, Laszlo Nemeth
• Editor: Marco Capalbo
• Producer: Bernhard Fleischer
• Director: Thomas Grimm
• Special Features: Documentary "Behind the Scenes" (43 min), A Film by Jürgen Wilcke, Arthaus Musik Trailer
• Sound Format: PCM Stereo, Dolby Digital 5.1, DTS 5.1
• Picture Format: 16:9
• Running Time: 129 minutes (Performance 86 min/Documentary 43 min)
• DVD Format: NTSC, Dual Layer Format
• Region Code: 0 (Region-Free)
• Subtitles: English (GB), German (D), French (F), Spanish (SP)

Overview

Grupo Corpo, Brazil's acclaimed dance company, showcases its extraordinary blend of Afro-Brazilian dance forms, classical ballet techniques, and contemporary theatrical sensibility in this compelling DVD. Featuring two of their most celebrated choreographies, "Bach" and "O Corpo," the ensemble presents a visually stunning and energetically charged performance, set to the captivating arrangements of Bach's compositions and the original music by Arnaldo Antunes. The DVD also includes a special feature documentary, providing an insightful look behind the scenes of Grupo Corpo's creative process, rehearsals, and tours, along with interviews with members and friends of the company.

Interesting Facts

• Afro-Brazilian Fusion: Grupo Corpo's work is noted for its innovative fusion of Afro-Brazilian dance forms, classical ballet, and contemporary dance, creating a unique and captivating performance style.
• International Acclaim: The company has received widespread acclaim from prestigious publications, including The New York Times and Los Angeles Times, for its technical prowess and inexhaustible energy.
• Cultural Heritage: The performances are deeply rooted in Brazilian cultural traditions, utilizing Brazilian music, folk songs, and vibrant costumes to create a rich, immersive experience.

Key Credits

• Choreographer: Rodrigo Pederneiras
• Music: Johann Sebastian Bach and Arnaldo Antunes
• Stage and Lighting Design: Paulo Pederneiras

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