João André da Rocha “Workshop on Brazilian Dance” October 15, 2005

João André da Rocha is a visiting scholar at Queen Mary, University of London and a lecturer in the Department of Communication and Performance at the Pontifícia Universidade Católica de São Paulo.

Popular celebrations and festivals allow us to reflect upon social integration and regulation, creativity and interaction among groups. Popular culture can also be used as a tool to promote cooperation and conflict resolution among social groups.

Leading the dance workshop, João André da Rocha demonstrates the correct movements for a particular Brazilian dance involving the use of ribbons.

Shown here with frequent collaborator Professor Paul Heritage (in dark shirt).