Critical and Cathartic Teatro da PombaGira Opens MAQUINA (MACHINE)
by Claudio Erlichman - June 10, 2022
Maquina (Machine) is an extended experience, an immersion outside the real time of the system, with a live and pulsating audience inside Teatro Mars. The production celebrates the thought of radical insurgencies of life, as the delusional power of bodies on stage, a way of surviving in favor of life, as only living bodies can de-mortify.
by Claudio Erlichman - June 10, 2022
Maquina (Machine) is an extended experience, an immersion outside the real time of the system, with a live and pulsating audience inside Teatro Mars. The production celebrates the thought of radical insurgencies of life, as the delusional power of bodies on stage, a way of surviving in favor of life, as only living bodies can de-mortify.
Musical BRENDA LEE E O PALACIO DAS PRINCESAS Tells the Story of the First Activist Who Founded the First Support House for People With HIV/AIDS in Brazil
by Claudio Erlichman - June 07, 2022
Brenda Lee e o Palacio das Princesas is a musical that brings a bit of the history of Brenda Lee, called the “guardian angel of transvestites”, activist who founded the first support house for people with HIV/AIDS in Brazil. She has a pension for transvestites who, for the most part, live off prostitution. Despite the reality of violence in which they live, inside the house, the transvestites are welcomed by Brenda, who teaches them to want more out of life.
by Claudio Erlichman - June 07, 2022
Brenda Lee e o Palacio das Princesas is a musical that brings a bit of the history of Brenda Lee, called the “guardian angel of transvestites”, activist who founded the first support house for people with HIV/AIDS in Brazil. She has a pension for transvestites who, for the most part, live off prostitution. Despite the reality of violence in which they live, inside the house, the transvestites are welcomed by Brenda, who teaches them to want more out of life.
BWW Previews: Unequal lives Interperse in the New Musical EM ALGUM LUGAR ENTRE AS ESTRELAS (Somewhere Between the Stars)
by Claudio Erlichman - June 03, 2022
With an independent production, the show written and directed by well-known names in Sao Paulo's musical theater opens at Espaço ao Cubo. Em Algum Lugar Entre as Estrelas (Somewhere Among the Stars) brings together stories from three characters about stories of love, escape and recognition. Among the conflicts, the perspective of a woman whose marriage was crossed by the military dictatorship, homosexual relationships in the 90s and current liquid loves.
by Claudio Erlichman - June 03, 2022
With an independent production, the show written and directed by well-known names in Sao Paulo's musical theater opens at Espaço ao Cubo. Em Algum Lugar Entre as Estrelas (Somewhere Among the Stars) brings together stories from three characters about stories of love, escape and recognition. Among the conflicts, the perspective of a woman whose marriage was crossed by the military dictatorship, homosexual relationships in the 90s and current liquid loves.
BWW Previews: CONSERTANDO A BROADWAY Opens at Espaco Ao Cubo
by Claudio Erlichman - May 25, 2022
The show tells the story of four young musical theater students who dream of stardom. Bringing themes such as racism, fatphobia and social prejudice, the saga of the protagonists takes place in the fight against unattainable standards and profiles imposed by the musical theater industry. After years of having their dreams explored and frustrated, they decide to travel to New York to try their big break and maybe fix Broadway!
by Claudio Erlichman - May 25, 2022
The show tells the story of four young musical theater students who dream of stardom. Bringing themes such as racism, fatphobia and social prejudice, the saga of the protagonists takes place in the fight against unattainable standards and profiles imposed by the musical theater industry. After years of having their dreams explored and frustrated, they decide to travel to New York to try their big break and maybe fix Broadway!
BWW Previews: George Orwell Meets Brecht and Weill In the Musical CABARET DOS BICHOS
by Claudio Erlichman - May 21, 2022
Musical Cabaret dos Bichos is an adaptation of G. Orwell's novel Animal Farm. With libreto, lyrics and direction by Zé Henrique de Paula and original music and musical direction by Fernanda Maia, the language used is inspired by German cabarets, strongly referenced in Bertolt Brecht and Kurt Weill.
by Claudio Erlichman - May 21, 2022
Musical Cabaret dos Bichos is an adaptation of G. Orwell's novel Animal Farm. With libreto, lyrics and direction by Zé Henrique de Paula and original music and musical direction by Fernanda Maia, the language used is inspired by German cabarets, strongly referenced in Bertolt Brecht and Kurt Weill.
BWW Review: Bake a Leg: SWEENEY TODD Opens in Sao Paulo with Sold Out Tickets
by Claudio Erlichman - May 18, 2022
Sondheim's macabre musical Sweeney Todd, arrives in Brazil. The show opened on March in Sao Paulo for a short season and takes place on the 033 Rooftop of Teatro Santander. With direction by Ze Henrique de Paula, the Brazilian production stars Rodrigo Lombardi (Sweeney), Andrezza Massei (Mrs. Lovett), and Mateus Ribeiro (Tobias Ragg).
by Claudio Erlichman - May 18, 2022
Sondheim's macabre musical Sweeney Todd, arrives in Brazil. The show opened on March in Sao Paulo for a short season and takes place on the 033 Rooftop of Teatro Santander. With direction by Ze Henrique de Paula, the Brazilian production stars Rodrigo Lombardi (Sweeney), Andrezza Massei (Mrs. Lovett), and Mateus Ribeiro (Tobias Ragg).
BWW Previews: Dealing with Universal Themes COLETIVO IMPERMANENTE Premieres O QUE MEU CORPO NU TE CONTA?
by Claudio Erlichman - May 11, 2022
Arranged on a large board of bodies, 16 artists from Coletivo Impermanente, directed by Marcelo Varzea, take turns each session and reveal autobiographical stories in O Que Meu Corpo Nu Te Conta? The immersive experience transits through universal themes such as sexual harassment, ageism, fatphobia, racism, infertility, compulsion, among others.
by Claudio Erlichman - May 11, 2022
Arranged on a large board of bodies, 16 artists from Coletivo Impermanente, directed by Marcelo Varzea, take turns each session and reveal autobiographical stories in O Que Meu Corpo Nu Te Conta? The immersive experience transits through universal themes such as sexual harassment, ageism, fatphobia, racism, infertility, compulsion, among others.
CIA. DEBORAH COLKER Premieres the Season of CURA (Healing) in Sao Paulo
by Claudio Erlichman - May 10, 2022
Deborah Colker has devoted her time in recent years to finding a cure. In this case, a solution to the genetic disease that his grandson has. From this personal anguish, the new work of the Cia. de Dança Deborah Colker was born. Cura is about science, faith and the struggle to overcome and accept our limits, facing discrimination and prejudice.
by Claudio Erlichman - May 10, 2022
Deborah Colker has devoted her time in recent years to finding a cure. In this case, a solution to the genetic disease that his grandson has. From this personal anguish, the new work of the Cia. de Dança Deborah Colker was born. Cura is about science, faith and the struggle to overcome and accept our limits, facing discrimination and prejudice.
BWW Previews: KAMBALACHO: A Drag Show Made in Brazil
by Claudio Erlichman - May 10, 2022
Drag Nights brings to the stage of Clube Barbixas de Comedia, a Drag show totally Made in Brazil. Proving that Brazilian drags exalt their own culture and from there they talk about their points of view about our reality. A show where you will enjoy great classics without any “cambalacho” (gimmicks).
by Claudio Erlichman - May 10, 2022
Drag Nights brings to the stage of Clube Barbixas de Comedia, a Drag show totally Made in Brazil. Proving that Brazilian drags exalt their own culture and from there they talk about their points of view about our reality. A show where you will enjoy great classics without any “cambalacho” (gimmicks).
BWW Awards: BARNUM is the big winner of the 4th edition of the DID AWARDS FOR MUSICAL THEATER
by Claudio Erlichman - May 04, 2022
After a long hiatus due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the Digital Press Highlight Award (DID) resumed its activities in honor and recognition of the great highlights of Brazilian musical theater in the city of Sao Paulo. The ceremony, which held its 4th edition announced, the winners, celebrating the 16 new shows nominated between Nov. 2019/Dec. 2021.
by Claudio Erlichman - May 04, 2022
After a long hiatus due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the Digital Press Highlight Award (DID) resumed its activities in honor and recognition of the great highlights of Brazilian musical theater in the city of Sao Paulo. The ceremony, which held its 4th edition announced, the winners, celebrating the 16 new shows nominated between Nov. 2019/Dec. 2021.
BWW Review: After 10 Years, THE ADDAMS FAMILY Returns to Haunt and Entertain at Teatro Renault
by Claudio Erlichman - May 04, 2022
The family that captivated the hearts of thousands of viewers in Brazil is back! T4F reopens the Teatro Renault stage again to welcome the eccentric, scary and funny characters that enchant generations. In the main roles Marisa Orth and Daniel Boaventura , share the cast with famous names in musical theater like Kiara Sasso, and Fred Silveira.
by Claudio Erlichman - May 04, 2022
The family that captivated the hearts of thousands of viewers in Brazil is back! T4F reopens the Teatro Renault stage again to welcome the eccentric, scary and funny characters that enchant generations. In the main roles Marisa Orth and Daniel Boaventura , share the cast with famous names in musical theater like Kiara Sasso, and Fred Silveira.
BWW Previews: BALLET GALA INTERNATIONAL Arrives in Brazil for One Single Performance at Teatro Bradesco
by Claudio Erlichman - April 28, 2022
Talented soloists from France, Spain, Italy, Argentina and Romania will perform the most significant moments in the world ballet repertoire, on May 1st, at Teatro Bradesco, in São Paulo. Swan Lake, Don Quixote, Hunchback of Notre Dame de Paris, the Tarantella and Giselle’s Adagio, are some of the works that make up this unmissable night.
by Claudio Erlichman - April 28, 2022
Talented soloists from France, Spain, Italy, Argentina and Romania will perform the most significant moments in the world ballet repertoire, on May 1st, at Teatro Bradesco, in São Paulo. Swan Lake, Don Quixote, Hunchback of Notre Dame de Paris, the Tarantella and Giselle’s Adagio, are some of the works that make up this unmissable night.
With Only Two Performances A NIGHT ON BROADWAY Talks About Two Brazilians in Search of the American Dream on the Great White Way
by Claudio Erlichman - April 18, 2022
Uma Noite na Broadway is a very funny musical comedy, directed by Fernanda Chamma, and starring Fabi Bang and Thiago Machado, that brings together hits from some of the great Broadway musicals successfully produced in Brazil. The play tells the story of two Brazilian artists at different times in their careers trying to win on The Great White Way.
by Claudio Erlichman - April 18, 2022
Uma Noite na Broadway is a very funny musical comedy, directed by Fernanda Chamma, and starring Fabi Bang and Thiago Machado, that brings together hits from some of the great Broadway musicals successfully produced in Brazil. The play tells the story of two Brazilian artists at different times in their careers trying to win on The Great White Way.
After 56 Years of its Opening, MORTE E VIDA SEVERINA Returns to Teatro TUCA
by Claudio Erlichman - April 14, 2022
The most popular work by Joao Cabral Melo Neto returns to Teatro Tuca, where it premiered in 1965. The new production is directed by Elias Andreato and brings together, on stage, 13 young talents from various Brazilian cities, and 5 musicians, who will set the tone for the compositions of Chico Buarque, under the musical direction of Marco Franca
by Claudio Erlichman - April 14, 2022
The most popular work by Joao Cabral Melo Neto returns to Teatro Tuca, where it premiered in 1965. The new production is directed by Elias Andreato and brings together, on stage, 13 young talents from various Brazilian cities, and 5 musicians, who will set the tone for the compositions of Chico Buarque, under the musical direction of Marco Franca
Cia. Da Revista Opens TATUAGEM, a Musical About Love and Freedom in Times of Oppression
by Claudio Erlichman - April 13, 2022
Cia. da Revista celebrates its 25th anniversary with the premiere of the musical Tatuagem, directed by Kleber Montanheiro, The show premieres on April 14 at Espaco Cia da Revista, where it runs from Thursday to Saturday at 9 pm and on Sundays at 7 pm.
by Claudio Erlichman - April 13, 2022
Cia. da Revista celebrates its 25th anniversary with the premiere of the musical Tatuagem, directed by Kleber Montanheiro, The show premieres on April 14 at Espaco Cia da Revista, where it runs from Thursday to Saturday at 9 pm and on Sundays at 7 pm.
BWW Exclusive: Meet the Brazilian Cast of 4000 MILES (Ponto a Ponto)
by Claudio Erlichman - April 12, 2022
For the first time in Brazil, and with a opening date scheduled for early June, at the Copacabana Palace Theater, Rio de Janeiro, the new Barho Producoes production, Ponto a Ponto - 4000 Milhas is a finely crafted play that examines how two strangers find their way in today's world. Due to be released simultaneously with the English production starring Timothee Chalamet at the Old Vic Theater, it was named the #1 Play or Musical by Time Magazine in 2012.
by Claudio Erlichman - April 12, 2022
For the first time in Brazil, and with a opening date scheduled for early June, at the Copacabana Palace Theater, Rio de Janeiro, the new Barho Producoes production, Ponto a Ponto - 4000 Milhas is a finely crafted play that examines how two strangers find their way in today's world. Due to be released simultaneously with the English production starring Timothee Chalamet at the Old Vic Theater, it was named the #1 Play or Musical by Time Magazine in 2012.
Bellini's I CAPULETI E I MONTECCHI, Opens at Theatro Sao Pedro
by Claudio Erlichman - April 11, 2022
I Capuleti e i Montecchi, opera by V. Bellini, will be performed in April at Theatro Sao Pedro. With libretto by Felice Romani, the opera is not based on Shakespeare's famous text. Staged by Antonio Araujo and musical direction by Alessandro Sangiorgi, the cast includes singers Denise de Freitas (Romeo) and Carla Cottini (Giullietta).
by Claudio Erlichman - April 11, 2022
I Capuleti e i Montecchi, opera by V. Bellini, will be performed in April at Theatro Sao Pedro. With libretto by Felice Romani, the opera is not based on Shakespeare's famous text. Staged by Antonio Araujo and musical direction by Alessandro Sangiorgi, the cast includes singers Denise de Freitas (Romeo) and Carla Cottini (Giullietta).
Based on Plinio Marcos' Work, Theatro Municipal de Sao Paulo Presents the Operas NAVALHA NA CARNE and HOMENS DE PAPEL
by Claudio Erlichman - April 06, 2022
In April, Sao Paulo’s Theatro Municipal presents two operas by Plinio Marcos: Navalha na Carne and Homens de Papel. Both productions are the first operas specially commissioned by the theater. Presented in a double bill, they bring iconic texts from Brazilian dramaturgy, which focus on existences seen as marginal, both in the 60s, when these plays were written, as today.
by Claudio Erlichman - April 06, 2022
In April, Sao Paulo’s Theatro Municipal presents two operas by Plinio Marcos: Navalha na Carne and Homens de Papel. Both productions are the first operas specially commissioned by the theater. Presented in a double bill, they bring iconic texts from Brazilian dramaturgy, which focus on existences seen as marginal, both in the 60s, when these plays were written, as today.
Past and Present, Dream and Reality are Mixed Up in NAUTOPIA
by Claudio Erlichman - March 31, 2022
A new authorial musical opens in Brazil on April 1st: 'Nautopia', by Daniel Salve. The show features Beto Sargentelli, Eline Porto, Jonathas Joba and a great cast, when portraying the eternal back home of the young man who seeks healing through confrontation with its past and its internal and external demons.
by Claudio Erlichman - March 31, 2022
A new authorial musical opens in Brazil on April 1st: 'Nautopia', by Daniel Salve. The show features Beto Sargentelli, Eline Porto, Jonathas Joba and a great cast, when portraying the eternal back home of the young man who seeks healing through confrontation with its past and its internal and external demons.
Mazel Tov: 13 – O MUSICAL Opens With an All Teen Cast and Band
by Claudio Erlichman - March 25, 2022
Following a move from NY City to small-town Indiana, young Evan Goldman grapples with his parents' divorce, prepares for his impending Bar Mitzvah, and navigates the complicated social circles of a new school. With known names in the Brazilian cast, the show is the only Broadway musical ever with a cast and band entirely made of teenagers.
by Claudio Erlichman - March 25, 2022
Following a move from NY City to small-town Indiana, young Evan Goldman grapples with his parents' divorce, prepares for his impending Bar Mitzvah, and navigates the complicated social circles of a new school. With known names in the Brazilian cast, the show is the only Broadway musical ever with a cast and band entirely made of teenagers.
Using Britney Spears's Songs NOITES DE VERAO – O MUSICAL Gives a Contemporary and Gay Reinterpretation to Shakespeare's 'A Midsummer Night's Dream'
by Claudio Erlichman - March 23, 2022
Can you imagine Shakespeare's 'A Midsummer Night's Dream' told to the sound of pop princess Britney Spears in a musical, contemporary and with a completely new gay reinterpretation? For this is Noites de Verao (Summer Nights).
by Claudio Erlichman - March 23, 2022
Can you imagine Shakespeare's 'A Midsummer Night's Dream' told to the sound of pop princess Britney Spears in a musical, contemporary and with a completely new gay reinterpretation? For this is Noites de Verao (Summer Nights).
SECEC-RJ Launches Municipal Notice on Scene
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2022
Um novo edital para a cultura do Rio de Janeiro abre nesta sexta-feira (10). A SECEC-RJ vai apoiar 40 projetos diferentes do Edital Municipal em Cena, disponibilizando R$80 mil para cada um dos selecionados.
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2022
Um novo edital para a cultura do Rio de Janeiro abre nesta sexta-feira (10). A SECEC-RJ vai apoiar 40 projetos diferentes do Edital Municipal em Cena, disponibilizando R$80 mil para cada um dos selecionados.
Theatro Sao Pedro Opens Lyrical Season with Two Operas by GIOVANNI BATTISTA PERGOLESI
by Claudio Erlichman - March 14, 2022
The production is conducted by Luis Otavio Santos, who commands the Orquestra do Theatro Sao Pedro, and stage direction by Mauro Wrona. The show will also be streamed free of charge on the internet.
by Claudio Erlichman - March 14, 2022
The production is conducted by Luis Otavio Santos, who commands the Orquestra do Theatro Sao Pedro, and stage direction by Mauro Wrona. The show will also be streamed free of charge on the internet.
BWW Review: DISNEY IN CONCERT: Greatest Names of Brazilian Musical Theater and Villa Lobos Symphonic Orchestra Bring Unforgettable Movie's Melodies
by Claudio Erlichman - March 08, 2022
Disney In Concert - The Songs From Your Favorite Movies Live comes back to Brazil in march for presentations at Teatro Bradesco, in Sao Paulo. Show features songs from classic and current Disney’s movies performed by an orchestra and with incredible projections on a big screen. The premiere takes place on March 10 and tickets are already on sale on the website and at the physical box office
by Claudio Erlichman - March 08, 2022
Disney In Concert - The Songs From Your Favorite Movies Live comes back to Brazil in march for presentations at Teatro Bradesco, in Sao Paulo. Show features songs from classic and current Disney’s movies performed by an orchestra and with incredible projections on a big screen. The premiere takes place on March 10 and tickets are already on sale on the website and at the physical box office
WATCH: A FAMÍLIA ADDAMS No Brasil
by BWW News Desk - March 08, 2022
A família que cativou o coração de milhares de espectadores no Brasil e no mundo está de volta! Depois de uma pausa por conta da pandemia, a T4F abre novamente o palco do Teatro Renault para receber os personagens excêntricos, assustadores, acolhedores e engraçados que encantam gerações. A nova montagem do musical estreia dia 10 de março.
by BWW News Desk - March 08, 2022
A família que cativou o coração de milhares de espectadores no Brasil e no mundo está de volta! Depois de uma pausa por conta da pandemia, a T4F abre novamente o palco do Teatro Renault para receber os personagens excêntricos, assustadores, acolhedores e engraçados que encantam gerações. A nova montagem do musical estreia dia 10 de março.
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