A insurgência da Casa Preta: um estudo sobre conceitos, gestão e políticas de espaços culturais

Abstract

The dissertation addresses insurgent cultural spaces, focusing on the case of Casa Preta Espaço de Cultura in Salvador, Bahia. This case study investigates the dynamics of creation and management that characterize Casa Preta as an alternative cultural space, promoting practices that value diversity and foster cultural citizenship. Structured in three chapters, the research initially explores the concepts of cultural space and cultural democracy, situating Casa Preta in a context of practices that challenge the traditional view of culture and strengthen the expression of marginalized identities. The second chapter focuses on the challenges of managing insurgent cultural spaces, presenting Casa Preta as an example of collaborative and horizontal administration. The management practices at Casa Preta stand out by involving the community and artists, creating an environment of active participation and strengthened bonds. This management model values an ethical and substantive approach that promotes belonging and inclusion, which are fundamental for the development of local cultural initiatives. Finally, the third chapter explores the relationship between politics and culture, highlighting how Casa Preta functions as a space for exercising citizenship and expanding the possibilities for political action in the daily lives of its visitors. The analysis suggests that cultural policies should support and promote initiatives that integrate communities and uphold cultural diversity as a right. The dissertation concludes that spaces like Casa Preta are essential for democratizing access to culture and for creating new social imaginaries.