Candia Vallejos, CristianGates, AlexanderBarabási, Albert-LászlóHerrera Guzmán, Yessica2024-01-102024-01-102023https://repositorio.udd.cl/handle/11447/8328Thesis presented in fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Complex Social SystemsThis thesis explores the application of complex systems research to understand the dynamics of the art world, considering art as a complex system and investigating its various components through data-driven methodologies. By studying art as a complex system, we contribute to a systematic understanding of human development and behavior in creative domains. The social network plays a crucial role in the cultural evolution of art, shaping our cultural identity and collective memory. Analyzing network characteristics provides insights into how individual decisions influence collective dynamics and sustain social phenomena. Previous studies have used network models and data analysis to examine the role of network position and connectedness in artistic collaborations, individual success, and the transmission of artistic knowledge. In this thesis, we focus on ballet as a unique art form with a rich historical and social structure. Ballet provides an opportunity to investigate the role of the social network in shaping collective dynamics in performing arts. We present two research articles that examine gender inequalities and the role of social connections on the career success of ballet dancers. The first article investigates the social network structure of ballet creations and its potential impact on gender disparities in leading positions. The second article explores the influence of social connections and prestige on the career trajectories of ballet dancers, using network analysis and centrality metrics to uncover hierarchical stratification within ballet academies. Our research highlights the significance of social dynamics and network effects in understanding complex social phenomena in the art world. It offers insights into gender inequalities and career success in ballet and demonstrates the value of data-centric methodologies in arts research. By generating a unique dataset and applying interdisciplinary approaches, we contribute to the scientific examination of the arts and enhance our understanding of human creativity and cultural heritage. This thesis contributes to the broader goal of fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion within the arts by shedding light on social structures and suggesting potential avenues for change. Lastly, this work underscores the importance of interdisciplinary research in enriching our understanding of human development and behavior in creative domains.86 p.enNetwork SciencePerforming ArtsScience of ScienceGender InequalityThesishttp://doi.org/10.52611/11447/8328