Viver Brazil celebrates 15 years with “Intersections/Ajê” at the Ford

HOLLYWOOD, Calif. - June 25, 2013 - PRLog -- Los Angeles and Salvador, Bahia intersect with an evening of jubilant Afro-Brazilian dance, live percussion and lilting vocals under the stars at the Ford. Viver Brasil brings together exuberant sambas, pulsing maracatus and forrós, and exotic orixá tales of love and intrigue. Firmly rooted in both the traditional and contemporary forms and techniques of Bahia, Viver Brasil’s work embodies the beautiful and mythic stories of Afro-Brazilian culture, complete with colorful costuming and an energetic troupe of dancers, drummers and singers. Intersections/Ajê celebrates Viver Brasil’s many milestones — its 15th anniversary; its 10th year at the Ford and its unique place in the contemporary world culture of Los Angeles.

“We’re celebrating 15 years, but we’re always looking forward,” says co-founder/co-artistic director Linda Yudin. “Viver Brasil uses both traditional and contemporary Afro-Brazilian dance languages and music as its inspiration. Now, in our 15th year, we are re-energized, staying fresh and expanding the way we work, cultivating new talent and presenting exciting choreography that incorporates all these styles, languages, conventions and terminology.”

Intersections/Ajê takes place on Saturday, July 27. Doors open at 6:30 pm for picnicking, and the show starts at 8:30 pm. General admission is $40; full-time students with ID pay only $20 and children ages 12 and under are $12. Purchase tickets by July 20 and save $5. Tickets are available at www.FordTheatres.org or 323 461-3673 (for non-visual media 323 GO 1-FORD). To learn about discounts for groups of 8 or more, please call 323 769-2147.