The Politics of Dancing
Joana Teixeira & Susana Xavier
Prototype Animation: Miguel Gil Marques
Awards:
Silver Award in the category of Digital of the ADG—FAD Laus Awards 2021
The Politics of Dancing gathers narratives
about dance as an instrument of change,
contributing to a deeper understanding of
dance culture as a coping mechanism and
a political phenomenon.
about dance as an instrument of change,
contributing to a deeper understanding of
dance culture as a coping mechanism and
a political phenomenon.
The Politics of Dancing’s primary channel is the website.
It works as an archive of interactive narratives that are
developed in collaboration between researchers and creatives.
The launching story, Standing but not Still, is a reflection on the
rebellious nature of dance.
rebellious nature of dance.
The visual identity revolves around the attempt to describe and
measure movement while borrowing elements from sheet music.
measure movement while borrowing elements from sheet music.
The image treatment provides a cohesive language while celebrating
different cultures.
different cultures.
As an independent and collaborative project, the community is
crucial to The Politics of Dancing. There are three ways to get involved—by subscribing to the newsletter, joining "The Politics
of Dancing" research group, or donating.
Prototype done by Miguel Gil Marques (Animator)
