Abstract
“Próximo” is an original theatre play directed by Susana C. Gaspar based on field research in three different Sintra’s neighbourhoods (a rural area, a suburb, and the historical center). The impact that tourism has in Sintra (World Heritage Site), housing, racism, cultural diversity or loss of identity were themes identified within the community. The four actors wrote, interviewed people and talked to people on the streets, coffee shops, commerce, restaurants, associations and made three theatre interventions - one for each place. In April 2019, the play gathered the collected materials in a final script and premiered in Casa de Teatro de Sintra, in a production by Chão de Oliva - Companhia de Teatro de Sintra. In this showcase, there is a reflection on the research methods and how theory and practice interconnected, sharing the results after discussions with audience members, community participants, and publishing a book.
Details
Presentation Type
Theme
The Arts in Social, Political, and Community Life
KEYWORDS
Verbatim Theatre, Human Rights, Community Theatre, Social Theatre
