With the creation of the research group in Performing Arts Studies, in January 2022, an area of work that progressively gained dimension within the CEAA became autonomous.
The group started with a project, Dramatic Architectures, within the scope of the Architectural Studies group, was later transformed into a priority research axis, in which it was intended to contribute intended to the construction of a theoretical body on architecture and the performing arts, based on common arguments - as space and light as design instruments -, as well as on case studies and readings of architectural, scenic, dramatic and performative experiences. This area integrates researchers from the areas of Architecture and Theatre. The latter, also worked here in their own territory.
Currently, this group is characterized by a strong relationship between research, artistic creation and society, including workin the field of dramaturgy, stage direction, and site-specific performance. The group's research work is guided by three (but not exclusive) major areas:
1) Conductcross-disciplinary research between performing arts and architecture, as part of the Dramatic Architectures project, as well as theirrelationship with fine arts and cinema.
2) Undertaking research related to participatory and inclusive processes and their relationship with civilsociety, as in the case of the Silenced Voices project, as well as work related to the knowledge and dynamisation of the hinterland.
3) Critical study of contemporary Portuguese theater and its companies, understood in an international context.
Although the group was only born in 2022, some previous activities were associated as indicators of the path taken until its creation.