Danzas autóctonas del Eje Cafetero colombiano: identidad, investigación-creación y conexiones intergeneracionales

This article describes the research-creation of autochthonous dances from the Colombian Coffee Cultural Landscape. Looking into the cultural richness of four emblematic manifestations: "Estampa de la Iraca," "Danza de los Macheteros del Quindío," "Danza del Polvero," and "Danza de los Faroles." Through research-creation and the systematization of interviews, it explores how these dances were created and their relationship with cultural identity, highlighting their deep roots in specific regional contexts and their ability to evoke the historical and contemporary essence of the coffee region. Additionally, it delves into the role of research-creation in the preservation and renewal of these dances, emphasizing how this methodology contributes to their adaptation to the contemporary world without losing their cultural authenticity. Finally, it examines how these dances act as intergenerational bridges, transmitting values and traditions through their distinctive characteristics and investigation processes.