Seven Days: Vermont's Independent Voice

Moving History

Víver Brasíl Dance Company’s fierce capoeira and exuberant samba reggae capture the celebratory atmosphere of a Brazilian carnival. But their other choreographic works recall the country’s turbulent slave-trade history and the Afro-Brazilian culture that grew from that lineage. Fleshed out on annual company trips to South America, the seven dances on the current Feet on the Ground tour serve as a powerful journey through the country’s past and present. Expect Candomblé chants and folkloric dances based on ancient myths and rituals, as well as live percussion and an explosive portrayal of contemporary Brazilian dance. Colorful skirts and feathery headdresses make it a sight to behold.