CIRCUITO: Corpas sudacas com mediação tecnológica no palco

Abstract

This work delves into the study of contemporary corporealities from a scenic perspective, with a special focus on the experience of being a woman through a decolonial lens. Its field of exploration is in the world of performing arts with a strong technological influence, both in the creative process and in its final manifestation, which materializes in the contemporary circus piece called "CIRCUITO." The relevance of this research lies in its contribution to expanding the discussion on how the use of technological mediation can generate new aesthetics, dramaturgies, and corporeal expressions in the performing arts. From this perspective, it aims to stimulate reflections and highlight tensions regarding social and cultural constructs and how they influence our bodily expressions and perpetuate gender stereotypes. By addressing these themes, this thesis promotes a critical reflection on the norms imposed on our bodies, while questioning the conventional application of technology in our daily lives. The discussion is structured around three fundamental axes: 1) an enactivist perspective of corporeality, 2) the integration of digital technologies in the scenic realm, and 3) the influence of decolonial feminisms on our shared experiences. The methodology adopted combines improvisation practices in circus and dance with theoretical research, culminating in the creation of an artistic work. The "CIRCUITO" performance is both the result of the process and a means of scenic sharing that fostered and contributed to the development of this thesis. In conclusion, we assert the importance of art as a powerful tool for promoting a critical reflection on the norms and stereotypes that influence the formation of our identities and the shaping of our lives. Furthermore, the incorporation of digital technologies in the creative process serves as a means to open new perspectives of expression and give voice to previously silenced viewpoints. The decolonial focus of feminisms enriches our understanding of the surrounding realities and contributes to forging a more equitable and inclusive society.