Leonardo Rodrigues Santos
(short story)
Leonardo Rodrigues is an artist born in Salvador da Bahia, a vibrant Afro-diasporic city in Northeast Brazil. As a freelance creator, they ignite curiosity and dialogue through dance education and performance, drawing attention to the power of movement in shaping identity and connection. At the heart of Leonardo’s work is the belief that the body is more than a vessel—it is a bridge to external spaces, other bodies, and the surrounding environment.
Through playful improvisation, sensations, and visualization, Leonardo crafts experiences that blur the lines between the individual and the collective. Their research delves into how movement generates bonds, influences perception, and awakens desire—transforming physical encounters into poetic acts of exchange.
My work centers on movement research and the dissemination of dance beyond conventional education. I believe in slow, intentional growth—fostering empowerment through space, support, and open dialogue. I strive to create a porous environment that invites discussion with honesty, openness, and the courage to listen, where movement becomes a shared language of connection.