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Nikki Tundel
MINNEAPOLIS

Photos: 'Batuque' blends Afro-Brazilian dance and capoeira martial arts

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Contempo Physical Dance
Founder Marciano Silva dos Santos says his goal for Contempo Physical Dance "is to be internationally recognized for our blend of Afro-Brazilian dance, capoeira and contemporary work."
MPR Photo/Nikki Tundel

Contempo Physical Dance hits the Cowles Center stage in Minneapolis (Feb. 1-3) with the world premiere of "Batuque."

Contempo was founded by Marciano Silva dos Santos, a native of Brazil. The company blends contemporary movements with Afro-Brazilian dance and capoeira martial arts. Photographer Nikki Tundel captured Contempo's final rehearsals before opening night.

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Contempo Physical Dance
Marciano Silva dos Santos leads dance rehearsal on Jan. 31, 2013, in Minneapolis. The native of Brazil is the founder, artistic director and choreographer of Contempo Physical Dance.
MPR Photo/Nikki Tundel
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Contempo Physical Dance
Founder Marciano Silva dos Santos says his goal for Contempo Physical Dance "is to be internationally recognized for our blend of Afro-Brazilian dance, capoeira and contemporary work."
MPR Photo/Nikki Tundel
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Davente Gilreath, 20, practices for Batuque, Contempo's upcoming show at the Cowles Center in Minneapolis. The full-length work explores the African origins and rise of samba in Brazil.
MPR Photo/Nikki Tundel