El viaje que no se hizo. Una des-composición de las prácticas dancísticas

Abstract

This work aims to explore the rupture I experienced in my dance practices, both in my artistic and professional life, which arose when reconstructing the journey I did not take due to my pregnancy. Additionally, I seek to decipher this rupture and recognize it as a common experience among dance artists in my environment.

The passage through the Master's Degree in Artistic Studies has demystified the dance field and revealed what is not visible on stage. It served as the catalyst for understanding certain logic and practices in dance: representations, ductus, training, techniques, identities, and aesthetics. These insights shed light on the invisibility of motherhood in this field, self-exclusionary decisions, and their relationship with other contexts, such as academia and everyday life.

Through layered narration, I share personal stories and life experiences of dancers who are also mothers. These narratives highlight fundamental themes that, although subtle and sensitive, are often normalized and hidden. Therefore, this work is proposed as a subject of debate and reflection, aiming to contribute to constructing more inclusive spaces within the artistic environment.