Cultura e desenvolvimento econômico: espetáculos artísticos itinerantes no oeste de Minas Gerais (1888-1920)

Abstract

The research examines the influence of itinerant artistic companies in western Minas Gerais between 1888 and 1920, a perdido marked by the expansion of railways and economic modernization. Using local newspapers such as Gazeta de Minas, economic data, and historical documents, the study analyzes how circus performances, theater, magic acts, bullfighting, and music became integrated during periods of economic crisis, population growth, and prosperity. It highlights the significance of railways in enabling artistic tours and shows how these companies adapted to new technologies, such as cinema and the phonograph, while competing with fixed entertainment venues. By contributing to the understanding of the region's cultural and economic development, the research underscores the historical importance of these companies in shaping a dynamic entertainment market resilient to social transformations.