Rose Monteiro, dancer and educator from Pará, leaves a legacy of inclusion and social transformation in Pará

Born in the capital of Pará, Rose adopted the municipality of Tucuruí, in the southeast of the state, as her home for the last 27 years.

Throughout her career, she combined artistic sensitivity with academic research, transforming dance into a tool for social inclusion, education and regional development.

Rose Monteiro's performance stood out for her ability to move with excellence between artistic practice and the university environment. She had a master's degree in Human Motricity Science, a specialist in Human Movement Pedagogy and a degree (degree and bachelor's degree) in Physical Education from the State University of Pará (UEPA).

At the institution, Rose worked as an assistant professor in the Nursing and Physical Education courses, in addition to dedicating herself to scientific research on human movement.

The recognition of his work went beyond the state's borders, guaranteeing him a seat on the prestigious International Dance Council (CID), a body linked to UNESCO.

Rose's contribution to Pará culture gained strength with the creation of projects that decentralized access to art. She was the mind behind important initiatives in Tucuruí, such as:

Her leadership also extended to public management, where she held the position of Executive Director of Culture of Tucuruí twice, formulating public policies for the sector.

One of the pillars of Rose Monteiro's work was the democratization of dance. She developed pedagogical workshops focused on the introduction of classical ballet in public schools and the use of contemporary dance as a teaching methodology.

Rose was also a pioneer in promoting dance for people with disabilities (PwD). She took this inclusive methodology to events such as the Dança Carajás Festival, in Parauapebas, and published scientific articles that discussed accessibility and the presence of diverse bodies in the contemporary artistic scene.

As a performer and choreographer, Rose began her prominent artistic career in 1996, participating in the show "A Cruz e a Moça", with Cia de Arte Farrabamba.

In the following years, he directed, choreographed and produced dozens of landmark shows in the state, such as "Ligações Perigosas", "Tribos", "Minha Terra", "As Quatro Estações", "Sábias" and "Plural".

Rose Monteiro leaves a legacy that connects art, education and social transformation, having opened paths for new generations of artists and researchers to occupy the stages and classrooms of Pará.