(Originais Teachy 2023) - Question Medium of Arts

Folk dances are cultural expressions that involve music, movement, and traditions of a group of people. They can have different purposes, such as telling stories, celebrating events, or simply promoting fun and integration among community members. Research a Brazilian folk dance and describe: a) what is its origin and purpose; b) what are the characteristic movements and steps of this dance; and c) how it contributes to the preservation of cultural traditions and the expression of identity of a group.

In our school, we had the experience of participating in a dance group, where we learned to move and work as a team. Think of a dance that you learned or performed with your classmates. Describe the movements you made and why you think it is important to maintain rhythm and synchrony during the dance. Remember to mention if you encountered any difficulties and how you solved them.

João and Maria are learning about rhythm and melody in their Art class. They have discovered that the games of 'Tug of War' and 'Hot Potato' can help understand these musical concepts. By pulling the rope in 'Tug of War', the children realize that the force exerted and the rhythm of the pulls can be compared to a music, where intensity and tempo are essential. In the game of 'Hot Potato', where a hot potato is passed from hand to hand until the music stops, they notice that the speed at which the potato is passed resembles the concept of melody, which is the succession of sounds organized at different pitches. Considering these games, explain how João and Maria can apply the principles of rhythm and melody during a round of 'Hot Potato' to create a 'music' with the game's rules. Think about how the variation in speed and the organization of passing the potato can represent musical elements and describe a 'music measure' based on this adaptation of the traditional game.

In the context of contemporary theater, dramaturgy often intertwines with other forms of artistic expression, such as technology and social issues. Considering a theatrical play that addresses contemporary themes and uses innovative staging elements, such as audiovisual projections and digital interactions, propose and justify how you, as a playwright, would integrate these elements to enrich the narrative and the audience's experience, while maintaining the essence of the theatrical text and avoiding mere 'technologization' of the show. Additionally, provide a critical analysis of how this integration could impact the audience's perception and the reception of the work in the current social and cultural context, considering your personal vision and knowledge acquired throughout your learning and reflection process on contemporary theater.