O estímulo do corpo através da sensorialidade: um caminho para se pensar a prática pedagógica e artística no teatro

Abstract

This work signifies a comprehensive exploration of the investigative process centered on sensoriality, aiming to reassess both artistic and pedagogical practices. Throughout my academic journey, I underscore the significance of sensory stimuli in shaping my identity as an artist-educator. The culmination of this learning materialized in the execution of a theatrical workshop during the first semester of 2023 at the Department of Arts at UFRN. The workshop proposal was formulated with the purpose of promoting self-knowledge, understanding of others, and the stimulation of emotions. As an educator, this experience offered an immersive pedagogical and artistic encounter, fostering profound reflections on the educational foundation—from the school where I was educated to the academic environment of the university I currently inhabit. Reflecting on my own journey, I draw parallels between the sensory experiences that shaped my trajectory and the reality experienced by workshop participants. The focus on sensoriality proved to be a crucial tool in understanding how bodies express themselves through senses, influencing movements, thoughts, and reactions. In this context, I engage in a dialogue with the contributions of the dancer and researcher Patrícia Leal (2005), as well as articles exploring sensoriality as a therapeutic medium, particularly referencing the works of the renowned visual artist Lygia Clark. These references enrich the theoretical foundation of the work, providing valuable insights into the intersection of sensoriality, theatrical games, pedagogical practices, and improvisation. Therefore, this study not only outlines my research journey but also shares the discoveries and reflections stemming from the theatrical workshop. In the academic and artistic realms, sensoriality emerges as a guiding thread, connecting the past and present, allowing lived experiences to transform into shared knowledge.