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Discover the Revolutionary Spirit of the Musical DZI CROQUETTES SEM CENSURA That is Coming to São Paulo
Dzi Croquettes Sem Censura (Dzi Croquettes Uncensored) reconstructs the living history of one of the most revolutionary groups in Brazilian theater. In times of censorship and repression, they created freedom with their own bodies, and 50 years later, the true story of Dzi Croquettes returns to the ...
LADY TEMPESTADE: Andrea Beltrão in a Powerful Monologue Bringing Justice and History to Life
One strange morning, a woman answers a phone call that will change her routine: the voice of an unknown man tells her that she will receive in the mail the manuscripts of the diary of the lawyer from Mércia Albuquerque, a defender of political prisoners during the Brazilian civil-military dictators...
Comic Opera THE BARBER OF SEVILLE (O Barbeiro de Sevilha) by Paisiello Comes to Theatro São Pedro
Theatro São Pedro's lyrical season will continue with the production of the comic opera The Barber of Seville, by Paisiello, with the Opera Academy and the Youth Orchestra of Theatro São Pedro under the musical direction of Maíra Ferreira and stage direction by Ines Bushatsky....
VITAL, O MUSICAL DOS PARALAMAS: A Celebration of Friendship and Music Opens in São Paulo
Friendship and music. Two forces capable of transforming the world. When combined, they are unbeatable and can produce beauties like Os Paralamas do Sucesso, one of the most important Brazilian bands of all time, which has been around for over 40 years based on these two fundamental pillars. In homa...
MENINAS MALVADAS (Mean Girls: The Musical) Opens in São Paulo: A Fun-Filled Show About Friendship, Identity, and High School Drama
Mean Girls is a fantastic musical based on the beloved movie written by Tina Fey. The story follows Cady Heron, a teenage girl who moves from Africa to a new high school in the United States. As she navigates the tricky social scene, she befriends Janis and Damian, who introduce her to the school's ...
DON GIOVANNI by Mozart to Open at São Paulo’s Theatro Municipal With a Innovative Approach and Full of Humor
With an approach that returns to the comic origins that inspired it, Don Giovanni will feature elements of the circus and clowning, placing the protagonist as a kind of illusionist of his romantic interests. The opera will have stage direction by Hugo Possolo, and musical direction by Roberto Minczu...
Exciting New Musical O PALHAÇO TÁ SEM GRAÇA (The Clown Is Unfunny) Premieres at Teatro Nair Bello
O Palhaço Tá Sem Graça tells the story of two clown friends. While Risadinha effortlessly makes the audience laugh, Murmúrio is going through a creative block, thinking he was born for drama because of the frustration of not having followed his dream of becoming a singer in the 80s after an unpl...
IN ON IT by Daniel MacIvor: A Thought-Provoking and Hilarious Play Is Back in São Paulo
IN ON IT is a two-actor dramatic comedy that explores the intricate layers of human relationships, love, communication, and vulnerability through a unique narrative structure. The play masterfully intertwines three overlapping realities: the fictional play within the story, the present performance, ...
Father of Brazilian Rock'n'Roll, RAUL SEIXAS: THE MUSICAL Opens in São Paulo to Celebrate the Musician's 80th Birthday
Raul Seixas: The Musical delves into the essence of one of the most authentic artists in Brazilian music, and unfolds during a sleepless night, where Raul revisits his story, composes, reflects on his art and questions the direction of Brazil. In a confessional and emotionally intense tone, the view...
FIDELIO, Beethoven's Sole Opera, Will Open the Lyrical Season at Theatro São Pedro
Theatro São Pedro's opera season opens in April with an impactful program: Fidelio, the only opera composed by Ludwig van Beethoven (1770-1827), will be performed on April 18, 20, 23, 25 and 27. With Cláudio Cruz as musical director and William Pereira as stage director, and featuring singers such...
BARE: A POP OPERA Opens in São Paulo With Impactful Narrative and Universal Themes
With a sensitive approach and a contemporary perspective, Bare brings to light universal themes such as identity, sexuality, faith and the challenges of youth. Created by Damon Intrabartolo (music) and Jon Hartmere (lyrics and book), this powerful story comes to Brazil with a diverse cast and an inn...
Starring Miguel Falabella, UMA COISA ENGRAÇADA ACONTECEU A CAMINHO DO FÓRUM (A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum) Brings New Life to a Broadway Classic
Starring Miguel Falabella, the musical A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum” (Uma Coisa Engraçada Aconteceu a Caminho do Forum, in portuguese) is a huge success that is getting a Brazilian production for the first time....
Musical TERRITÓRIO DO AMOR Pays Homage to the Most Complex of Human Feelings Through Songs by Great Female Voices in World Music
Escrito por Gabriel Chalita e dirigido por José Possi Neto o musical faz ode ao mais complexo dos sentimentos humanos a partir das canções de grandes vozes femininas da música mundial como Elizeth Cardoso, Callas, Piaf, Dalva de Oliveira, Dolores Duran, Dietrich, Maysa e Mercedes Sosa....
Fun and Delightful Musical UMA BABÁ QUASE PERFEITA (Mrs. Doubtfire) Opens in São Paulo
Unemployed actor, Daniel Hillard, loses custody of his three children after a messy divorce from his wife, Miranda. Desperate to connect with his children, he creates the alter ego of Euphegenia Doubtfire, the picture-perfect Scottish nanny. Unaware of Mrs. Doubtfire’s true identity, Miranda hires...
CINE SÃO PEDRO BRAZIL-GERMANY FILM FESTIVAL Presents Movies and Animations with Live Orchestra Soundtrack
In partnership with Cinemateca Brasileira and Goethe-Institut, Theatro São Pedro will show Noferatu, Ganga Bruta, Time and the Wind, The Adventures of Lotte Reiniger and Moustapha Alassane and The Adventures of Prince Achmed, in sessions preceded by debates with experts in the works, which feature ...
Bossa Nova Creator TOM JOBIM is Honored in a Biographical Musical
After big success in Rio, Tom Jobim Musical arrives in São Paulo, to celebrate the life and legacy of one of the greatest names in Brazilian music, presenting iconic songs. The super production by Bonus Track and Bárbaro! Productions, stars Elton Towersey (Tom) and Otávio Müller (Vinicius), with...
Musical BENJAMIM, O PALHAÇO NEGRO Tells the Story of the First Black Clown in Brazil
The show celebrates the life and work of Benjamim de Oliveira, the first black clown in Brazil. The musical tells the story of the clown born in the late 19th century, who despite challenges in his career, became a multifaceted artist on stage, in the circus and cinema....
Long-Awaited the Musical NOSSA HISTÓRIA COM CHICO BUARQUE Arrives in São Paulo
With a book created by Rafael Gomes (who also directs) and Vinícius Calderoni and produced by Sarau Cultura Brasileira, Nossa História com Chico Buarque is inspired by the songs, albums, books and theatrical performances of this Brazilian music legend. The work also features Laila Garin with speci...
After Successful World Premiere in Rio de Janeiro RIO UPHILL Opens in Sao Paulo
Directed by Gustavo Barchilon, the first completely original Brazilian musical created in New York , Rio Uphill takes audiences to the heart of Rio de Janeiro. An unexpected encounter on New Year's Eve brings together Miguel and Daniel, two young men from vastly different worlds. Daniel falls in lov...
Rossini's COUNT ORY Will be Performed for the First Time in Brazil, Closing the 2024 Opera Season at Theatro São Pedro
Count Ory is a comic opera in two acts, based on a medieval ballad. The plot tells the sagas of the libertine Count Ory in search of women, fights and festivities. The production by Theatro São Pedro mixes the medieval fantasy world with contemporary elements and ambiguities, which reinforce the cr...
7th Edition of DID AWARDS Announces Winners
DID Award reaffirms the vigor and relevance of Musical Theater in São Paulo, promoting the connection between audiences, artists and excellent productions with the digital cultural press responsible for publicizing and strengthening projects and people throughout the year, promoting greater access ...
Breaking News: Exclusive! GUSTAVO BARCHILON, the Prince of Musicals in Brazil, Announces His New Shows for 2025
Multi-award winning director with plays like Barnum, Funny Girl and Something Rotten!, Gustavo Barchilon (32) exclusively announces for BroadwayWorld his new works for 2025.
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Piazzolla's Tango Opera, MARÍA DE BUENOS AIRES, Will be Restaged at Theatro Municipal de São Paulo
After the successful season held in 2021, Astor Piazzola’s tango-opera María de Buenos Aires returns to Theatro Municipal, presenting live cinema, mixing images and uniting different artistic languages with the atmosphere of Porto and Brazil. The show will have eight performances between November...
Inspired by Itamar Vieira Junior's bestseller TORTO ARADO – O MUSICAL (Crooked Plow – The Musical) Opens in São Paulo
Based on the book by Itamar Vieira Junior, the play tells the story of sisters Bibiana and Belonísia, and their grandmother Donana. Through their eyes, we will enter a universe full of enchanted beings, and travel across the clay soil of the Brazilian countryside, of each one of us. A dialogue betw...
O SOM DA NOSSA CANÇÃO – O MUSICAL Celebrates the Essence and Rhythm of Brazil
O Som da Nossa Canção – O Musical is an original and authorial production that explores universal themes such as resilience, self-knowledge and love in a post-apocalyptic context. Inspired by the rich Brazilian cultural tradition, the show offers a profound reflection on adversity and the streng...
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