Urdimento-Revista de Estudos em Artes Cenicas
Scope & Guideline
Unveiling New Dimensions in Arts Studies
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Interdisciplinary Studies of Performing Arts:
The journal encompasses a wide range of interdisciplinary studies that explore the performing arts, including theater, dance, and circus, while integrating perspectives from sociology, gender studies, and cultural studies. - Focus on Social Justice and Epistemic Justice:
There is a strong emphasis on social and epistemic justice, particularly in relation to marginalized communities, childhoods, and gender issues within the performing arts. - Historical and Cultural Contextualization:
The journal frequently examines historical contexts and cultural adaptations of performance art, especially within Brazilian theater, providing insights into how past practices influence contemporary works. - Innovative Performance Methodologies:
Urdimento encourages the exploration of new methodologies in performance, including the use of digital platforms, participatory practices, and the integration of indigenous and traditional forms. - Critical Perspectives on Representation:
The journal critically engages with issues of representation, visibility, and identity politics in the performing arts, including the experiences of women, LGBTQ+ individuals, and racial minorities.
Trending and Emerging
- Decolonial and Indigenous Perspectives:
There is a growing trend towards exploring decolonial approaches in the performing arts, particularly in relation to indigenous narratives and practices, highlighting the importance of cultural sovereignty and representation. - Intersectionality in Performance Studies:
The journal is increasingly focusing on intersectionality, examining how various identities (such as race, gender, sexuality) interact within the context of performance, thereby enriching the discourse around diversity and inclusion. - Digital and Virtual Performance:
The rise of digital platforms has led to increased publications on virtual performances and the impact of technology on theater and dance, especially in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. - Activism and Performance:
There is a notable increase in papers discussing the role of performance as a form of activism, addressing social issues such as environmental justice, gender violence, and political dissent. - Critical Pedagogy in the Arts:
Emerging themes also include critical pedagogical approaches to the arts, focusing on how education in theater and performance can foster social change and empowerment.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Theatrical Practices:
There has been a noticeable decrease in the focus on traditional theatrical practices and classical texts, suggesting a shift towards more contemporary and experimental forms of performance. - Mainstream Popular Culture:
Discussions centered around mainstream popular culture and its impact on the performing arts are becoming less frequent, as the journal gravitates towards more avant-garde and socially conscious topics. - Historical Narratives without Critical Engagement:
Papers that solely recount historical narratives without critical engagement or contemporary relevance are less common, indicating a preference for works that connect history with current socio-political issues. - Focus on Technical Aspects of Performance:
There is a waning interest in purely technical discussions of performance, such as stagecraft and production design, as the journal increasingly prioritizes thematic and conceptual explorations.
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