World Heritage Site: Amazonia Theaters
Publication Year: 2023
Publication Type: Article
Publication Identifier: WHE502A22C897
Summary
Local costume designers (figurinistas) play a pivotal role in shaping the cultural identity of Belém's Opera Festival, yet their contributions have been understudied. This preliminary study reveals that these artists are not mere technical assistants but active protagonists in opera productions at Theatro da Paz, influencing both aesthetic and narrative dimensions. By analyzing political-cultural dynamics across festival editions, researchers uncover how state policies and artistic collaboration intersect to define operatic traditions in the Amazon region. The findings highlight a need for deeper exploration of regional artists' agency in preserving and innovating operatic heritage.
Citation
Alcantara, J. V. d., & Ribeiro, G. (2023). Figurinos e figurinistas do Festival de Ópera do Theatro da Paz em Belém (PA): estudos preliminares. A Luz Em Cena: Revista de Pedagogias E Poéticas Cenográficas, 3(5), 1–16. https://doi.org/10.5965/27644669030520230203
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