OTHER WORK
Rodrigo worked with ESARTES/Suchitoto-Stratford, an artistic NGO who seeks bringing a social and economic change through the power of theatre, a program that offers opportunities to young people through performance and theatre education. He facilitated Acting and Movement in the National Centre of Arts and continues collaborating with ESCÉNICA (Cultural Association for the Scenic Arts) an artistic NGO that works with the rural areas of El Salvador and uses theatre as an educational process for social transformation.
He is interested in how theatre can work with the community and the voice of each individual with in it. For the past 5 years he has collaborated with Nana Margarita, a community leader from Izalco, El Salvador, working for the preservation of ancient traditional practices and cultural memory; unfunded, she is working with the community projects while navigating and resisting political, and religious discrimination. Rodrigo is also the creator of Black Sand Studio, an artist-led studio in Brunswick, Melbourne; one of the few remaining independent studio venues in the city
This project has been assisted by the Australian Government through Creative Australia, its principal arts investment and advisory body.
Rodrigo has become the Co-Artistic Director of the renowned physical theatre company 5ANGRYMen, and has recently travelled to promote his work and the work of his company in three major arts markets in the Asian region, BPAM (Busan), PAMS (Seoul) and HKPAX (Hong Kong).
'The exchange of ideas, the sharing of stories, and the creative partnerships formed during these arts markets have been profoundly enriching and will continue to inform my creative practice. Representing Australia’s unique artistic voice on an international stage has been both an inspiring and humbling experience.'
This project has been assisted by the Australian Government through Creative Australia, its principal arts investment and advisory body. Their commitment to nurturing creativity and supporting independent artists plays a vital role in ensuring the continued growth and global recognition of Australian artistry.
'I extend my heartfelt gratitude to the artists, collaborators, and cultural leaders I had the privilege of engaging with during this journey. Your openness and inspiration have been invaluable. As we move forward into this new year, the focus shifts to building on these experiences and undertaking the meaningful work of furthering our shared artistic vision.
Together, let us continue to create and celebrate art that transcends borders and connects us all.'