Gingando e balançando em sincronia”: uma antropologia da dança do boi-bumbá de Parintins - AM

Abstract

From a perspective of the anthropology of dance, this dissertation analyzes the boi-bumbá dance in Parintins-AM. The main focus is choreographic creation and rehearsal of Garantido Show Dance Company members, based on ethnographical research carried out in 2013. The toadas selection procedure, based on the criteria stablished by the Arts Committee, is analyzed as a basilar element for the choreographer craft, for it is through the lyrics and the rhythm that movements are conceived. Regarding the Boi calendar, the dance can be divided and described in its three key moments: 1) Stage dance, created to draw the public’s attention; 2) the dance for the recording of the DVD, which choreographic display is meant for the recording show; 3) dance for the Bumbódromo arena, with a geometrical design. The choreography learning process is a main aspect to understand the company sociability, highlighting the dancer/player role in the execution of the performance.