AWARDS: DID AWARDS (Destaque Imprensa Digital - Digital Press Highlight) Announces 4th Edition Nominees
by Claudio Erlichman - March 05, 2022
With 16 shows eligible for consideration, Barnum leads the list with 8 nominations, followed by the musicals The Color Purple and Silvio Santos Vem Ai, with 7 nominations each. After a long hiatus due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the Digital Press Highlight Award (DID) celebrates the resumption of the cultural sector and the season of new premieres, providing the opportunity to also resume their activities, as well as their tribute and recognition to the great highlights of Brazilian musical theater in the Sao Paulo City. The ceremony, which reaches its 4th edition, announced this Friday 04th, its nominees.
by Claudio Erlichman - March 05, 2022
With 16 shows eligible for consideration, Barnum leads the list with 8 nominations, followed by the musicals The Color Purple and Silvio Santos Vem Ai, with 7 nominations each. After a long hiatus due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the Digital Press Highlight Award (DID) celebrates the resumption of the cultural sector and the season of new premieres, providing the opportunity to also resume their activities, as well as their tribute and recognition to the great highlights of Brazilian musical theater in the Sao Paulo City. The ceremony, which reaches its 4th edition, announced this Friday 04th, its nominees.
Theatro Municipal do Rio de Janeiro Announces Adult Drawing Workshop
by BWW News Desk - February 24, 2022
#EducationTMRJ Sector announces another Adult Drawing Workshop! In this experience you can improve your observation drawing techniques, while spending time in the surroundings of our Theater. As a guest, André Beltrão, Professor of Design at the Higher School of Propaganda and Marketing.
by BWW News Desk - February 24, 2022
#EducationTMRJ Sector announces another Adult Drawing Workshop! In this experience you can improve your observation drawing techniques, while spending time in the surroundings of our Theater. As a guest, André Beltrão, Professor of Design at the Higher School of Propaganda and Marketing.
VIDEO: A FAMÍLIA ADDAMS vem Ao Brasil No Próximo Mês
by Alan Henry - February 22, 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, em São Paulo.
by Alan Henry - February 22, 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, em São Paulo.
VIDEO: Watch the Cast of NOITE DE PATRO Perform 'Ex Do Seu Atual'
by BWW News Desk - February 21, 2022
The musical Noite de Patroa is set to play at the Liberty Theatre, Rua São Joaquim, 129, São Paulo on January 27th at 21:00h. Get ready to see the show with this clip of the cast performing 'Ex Do Seu Atual.'
by BWW News Desk - February 21, 2022
The musical Noite de Patroa is set to play at the Liberty Theatre, Rua São Joaquim, 129, São Paulo on January 27th at 21:00h. Get ready to see the show with this clip of the cast performing 'Ex Do Seu Atual.'
BWW Review: Tony Winner Paulo Szot Stars Brazilian Revival of CHICAGO Repeating the Role He Just Played on Broadway
by Claudio Erlichman - February 09, 2022
The production features Emanuelle Araujo, in the role of sarcastic Velma Kelly; Paulo Szot, as the charming and unscrupulous Billy Flynn (a role he currently played on Broadway); and Carol Costa as the “innocent” and surprising Roxie Hart. L. Candido (Mary Sunshine), Lilian Valeska (Mama Morton) and Eduardo Amir (Amos Hart) complete the main cast.
by Claudio Erlichman - February 09, 2022
The production features Emanuelle Araujo, in the role of sarcastic Velma Kelly; Paulo Szot, as the charming and unscrupulous Billy Flynn (a role he currently played on Broadway); and Carol Costa as the “innocent” and surprising Roxie Hart. L. Candido (Mary Sunshine), Lilian Valeska (Mama Morton) and Eduardo Amir (Amos Hart) complete the main cast.
VIDEO: The Cast of NOITE DE PATROA Performs 'Sofro Onde Eu Quiser'
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2022
The musical Noite de Patroa is set to play at the Liberty Theatre, Rua São Joaquim, 129, São Paulo on January 27th at 21:00h. Check out an all new clip of the cast performing 'Sofro Onde Eu Quiser.'
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2022
The musical Noite de Patroa is set to play at the Liberty Theatre, Rua São Joaquim, 129, São Paulo on January 27th at 21:00h. Check out an all new clip of the cast performing 'Sofro Onde Eu Quiser.'
VIDEO: Watch the Cast of BRILHA LA LUNA Perform 'Beijo Molhado'
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2022
According to Cena Musical, Lab Cultura and Aventura Entretenimento opened performances of a new musical, Brilha la Luna. The musical is inspired by the Rouge's music and is ran at Teatro Prudential from November 2nd until December 16th.
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2022
According to Cena Musical, Lab Cultura and Aventura Entretenimento opened performances of a new musical, Brilha la Luna. The musical is inspired by the Rouge's music and is ran at Teatro Prudential from November 2nd until December 16th.
Inspired by Songs of the Famous Brazilian Girl Group Rouge, Musical BRILHA LA LUNA Opens in São Paulo
by Claudio Erlichman - January 23, 2022
The story is based on the character Luna, who gives the show its name, a young girl who lived all her life in the Arereje Community, a hippie refuge created by her parents hidden from the big cities. She lives a quiet life, but when she turns 18, she finds herself an orphan and feels something is missing from all that Paradise. That's where he “turns the corner” and meets Diego, a backpacker passing through the community, who enchants Luna leading her to believe that has finally found the last piece she needs to complete the perfect life.
by Claudio Erlichman - January 23, 2022
The story is based on the character Luna, who gives the show its name, a young girl who lived all her life in the Arereje Community, a hippie refuge created by her parents hidden from the big cities. She lives a quiet life, but when she turns 18, she finds herself an orphan and feels something is missing from all that Paradise. That's where he “turns the corner” and meets Diego, a backpacker passing through the community, who enchants Luna leading her to believe that has finally found the last piece she needs to complete the perfect life.
Maria Caruso's METAMORPHOSIS to Return for Eight Shows in Brazil
by BWW News Desk - January 11, 2022
After her successful and critically acclaimed off-Broadway run of Metamorphosis, and her recent European tour through Portugal, Spain and England, Maria Caruso returns to Brazil for two performances in Sao Paulo and one in Belo Horizonte.
by BWW News Desk - January 11, 2022
After her successful and critically acclaimed off-Broadway run of Metamorphosis, and her recent European tour through Portugal, Spain and England, Maria Caruso returns to Brazil for two performances in Sao Paulo and one in Belo Horizonte.
VIDEO: Watch the Cast of NO MUNDO ENCANTADO Sing a Medley from Disney's FROZEN
by BWW News Desk - January 08, 2022
Teatro Liberdade in São Paolo will stage No Mundo Encantado, a show with Disney songs that has been adapted by Rodrigo Hyppolito. The production features a sixty-person choir and a fourteen-person orchestra. The show will feature music from Disney hits, such as Frozen, Moana, The Lion King, Beauty and the Beast, and others.
by BWW News Desk - January 08, 2022
Teatro Liberdade in São Paolo will stage No Mundo Encantado, a show with Disney songs that has been adapted by Rodrigo Hyppolito. The production features a sixty-person choir and a fourteen-person orchestra. The show will feature music from Disney hits, such as Frozen, Moana, The Lion King, Beauty and the Beast, and others.
Theatro Municipal do Rio de Janeiro Offers Behind the Scenes Tour
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2022
Theatro Municipal do Rio de Janeiro's Educational sector announces that now, in addition to traditional Guided Visit, they will offer the general public the opportunity to get to know our stage and behind the scenes closely!
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2022
Theatro Municipal do Rio de Janeiro's Educational sector announces that now, in addition to traditional Guided Visit, they will offer the general public the opportunity to get to know our stage and behind the scenes closely!
CANDLELIGHT AT THEATRO SAO PEDRO Set For This Month
by BWW News Desk - January 03, 2022
Candlelight At Theatro São Pedro will be performed this month. Come for a magical night in honor of some of the best rock music of all time. This stunning show will feature timeless classics from Aerosmith, Queen, Led Zeppelin, AC/DC and more!
by BWW News Desk - January 03, 2022
Candlelight At Theatro São Pedro will be performed this month. Come for a magical night in honor of some of the best rock music of all time. This stunning show will feature timeless classics from Aerosmith, Queen, Led Zeppelin, AC/DC and more!
WEST SIDE STORY and THE THREEPENNY OPERA Announced Among the Attractions of Theatro Sao Pedro's 2022 Season
by Claudio Erlichman - December 22, 2021
Theatro Sao Pedro announces its 2022 season. The lyrical series will include eleven titles: La Serva Padrona; Livietta and Tracollo; The Capulets and the Montechios, by Bellini; West Side Story; Lecture on Waterbirds; Threepenny Opera, by Weill; Ariadne in Naxos, by Strauss; Viva La Mamma, by Donizetti and El Barberillo de Lavapies, among others.
by Claudio Erlichman - December 22, 2021
Theatro Sao Pedro announces its 2022 season. The lyrical series will include eleven titles: La Serva Padrona; Livietta and Tracollo; The Capulets and the Montechios, by Bellini; West Side Story; Lecture on Waterbirds; Threepenny Opera, by Weill; Ariadne in Naxos, by Strauss; Viva La Mamma, by Donizetti and El Barberillo de Lavapies, among others.
THE SEVEN DEADLY SINS Comes to Theatro São Pedro
by BWW News Desk - December 20, 2021
Theatro São Pedro premieres the season of the opera The Seven Deadly Sins, by Kurt Weill and Bertolt Brecht.
by BWW News Desk - December 20, 2021
Theatro São Pedro premieres the season of the opera The Seven Deadly Sins, by Kurt Weill and Bertolt Brecht.
Through Famous Broadway Hits, 7 X PECADO - BROADWAY IN CONCERT Talks About the Seven Deadly Sins
by Claudio Erlichman - December 07, 2021
“7 x Pecado - Broadway in Concert” is the show chosen for the reopening of Teatro Escola Basileu França in Goiânia. Sponsored by the Government of Goiás, is based on the Seven Deadly Sins and how they manifest themselves in contemporary life they punctuate the scene through the great Broadway hits.
by Claudio Erlichman - December 07, 2021
“7 x Pecado - Broadway in Concert” is the show chosen for the reopening of Teatro Escola Basileu França in Goiânia. Sponsored by the Government of Goiás, is based on the Seven Deadly Sins and how they manifest themselves in contemporary life they punctuate the scene through the great Broadway hits.
Rossini's SIGNOR BRUSCHINO, OR THE ACCIDENTAL SON for the First Time in Brazil at Theatro Sao Pedro
by Claudio Erlichman - December 01, 2021
Theatro Sao Pedro closes the opera season with the debut of the opera Signor Bruschino, by Rossini. With staging and lighting by Caetano Vilela, the production will be musically directed by Claudio Cruz, who will command the Theatro Sao Pedro Orchestra. The costumes are by Gabriel Villela. Saulo Javan plays Bruschino and Savio Sperandio, Gaudenzio.
by Claudio Erlichman - December 01, 2021
Theatro Sao Pedro closes the opera season with the debut of the opera Signor Bruschino, by Rossini. With staging and lighting by Caetano Vilela, the production will be musically directed by Claudio Cruz, who will command the Theatro Sao Pedro Orchestra. The costumes are by Gabriel Villela. Saulo Javan plays Bruschino and Savio Sperandio, Gaudenzio.
Award Winning Play By English Author Mike Bartlett, Talks About Male Sexuality and Identity
by Claudio Erlichman - November 30, 2021
Staged in an amphitheater, the play COCK, by British author Mike Barlett, is directed by Nelson Baskerville, and premieres December 2nd through 18th, free of charge, at the Centro Cultural Oswald de Andrade. Brazilian staging was created by Andrea Dupré & Daniel Tavares, who are also in the cast alongside Hugo Coelho and Marco Antônio Pâmio
by Claudio Erlichman - November 30, 2021
Staged in an amphitheater, the play COCK, by British author Mike Barlett, is directed by Nelson Baskerville, and premieres December 2nd through 18th, free of charge, at the Centro Cultural Oswald de Andrade. Brazilian staging was created by Andrea Dupré & Daniel Tavares, who are also in the cast alongside Hugo Coelho and Marco Antônio Pâmio
Theatro São Pedro Orchestra Will Host a New Year's Festival Next Month
by BWW News Desk - November 17, 2021
The Orquestra do Theatro São Pedro presents the closing of the 2021 season on December 18th and 19th, Saturday at 8 pm and Sunday at 5 pm. The show is part of the New Year's Festival program at Theatro São Pedro and also counts on the presence of the Youth Orchestra and Opera Academy of the Theatro São Pedro. The regency is by Carlos Moreno.
by BWW News Desk - November 17, 2021
The Orquestra do Theatro São Pedro presents the closing of the 2021 season on December 18th and 19th, Saturday at 8 pm and Sunday at 5 pm. The show is part of the New Year's Festival program at Theatro São Pedro and also counts on the presence of the Youth Orchestra and Opera Academy of the Theatro São Pedro. The regency is by Carlos Moreno.
GUSTAVO BARCHILON, BARNUM – O REI DO SHOW's Director Talks About His Career, Future Projects and How He Revitalized an Almost Forgotten 80's Musical
by Claudio Erlichman - November 05, 2021
With a sophisticated and amusing production, Barnum has been standing out as the great theatrical success in the city of Sao Paulo, in the post-pandemic. It was between one and another well-attended session that Barchilon kindly granted us this exclusive interview talking about influences, beginning of his career, Barnum and future projects.
by Claudio Erlichman - November 05, 2021
With a sophisticated and amusing production, Barnum has been standing out as the great theatrical success in the city of Sao Paulo, in the post-pandemic. It was between one and another well-attended session that Barchilon kindly granted us this exclusive interview talking about influences, beginning of his career, Barnum and future projects.
BWW Review: With LGBTIQA+ Language ROYALS – O MUSICAL Gives a Modern Reinterpretation to Shakespeare's 'The Taming of the Shrew'
by Claudio Erlichman - November 03, 2021
Following the project Shakespeare is Pop, Sonhos Entertainment announces its new production: Royals - O Musical, based on The Taming of the Shrew. In its 2nd show, which proposes to revisit the Bard's works with modern reinterpretations in the musical format and LGBTIQA+ language, it will run for a short season at Teatro West Plaza, Fridays at 9PM.
by Claudio Erlichman - November 03, 2021
Following the project Shakespeare is Pop, Sonhos Entertainment announces its new production: Royals - O Musical, based on The Taming of the Shrew. In its 2nd show, which proposes to revisit the Bard's works with modern reinterpretations in the musical format and LGBTIQA+ language, it will run for a short season at Teatro West Plaza, Fridays at 9PM.
BWW Preview: Weill & Brecht's Satirical Ballet Chanté THE SEVEN DEADLY SINS Premieres in Brazil with Musical Direction by Ira Levin
by Claudio Erlichman - November 02, 2021
Theatro Sao Pedro premieres the satirical ballet chante The Seven Deadly Sins, the last collaboration between Kurt Weil and Bertolt Brecht. The production will be musically directed by Ira Levin, who will command the Theatro Sao Pedro Orchestra. The Seven Deadly Sins opens on November 5th. In all, there will be 8 recitals until the 14th.
by Claudio Erlichman - November 02, 2021
Theatro Sao Pedro premieres the satirical ballet chante The Seven Deadly Sins, the last collaboration between Kurt Weil and Bertolt Brecht. The production will be musically directed by Ira Levin, who will command the Theatro Sao Pedro Orchestra. The Seven Deadly Sins opens on November 5th. In all, there will be 8 recitals until the 14th.
BWW Review: Everyone is a Suspect in ASSASSINATO PARA DOIS (Murder for Two)
by Claudio Erlichman - November 01, 2021
With book and lyrics by Kellen Blair and book and music by Joe Kinosian, MURDER FOR TWO is the perfect blend of music, mayhem and murder! Directed by Ze Henrique de Paula and musical direction by Fernanda Maia, the Brazilian staging stars Thiago Perticarrari as the policeman and Marcel Octavio, as the suspects, in this hilarious 90-minute show.
by Claudio Erlichman - November 01, 2021
With book and lyrics by Kellen Blair and book and music by Joe Kinosian, MURDER FOR TWO is the perfect blend of music, mayhem and murder! Directed by Ze Henrique de Paula and musical direction by Fernanda Maia, the Brazilian staging stars Thiago Perticarrari as the policeman and Marcel Octavio, as the suspects, in this hilarious 90-minute show.
BWW Review: Sophisticated and Entertaining, BARNUM – O REI DO SHOW Opens in Sao Paulo Discussing Inclusion and Feminism With the Circus Universe as a Background
by Claudio Erlichman - October 24, 2021
Barnum, finally gets a Brazilian staging. With Portuguese version by Claudio Botelho, direction by Gustavo Barchilon, choreography by Alonso Barros and musical direction by Thiago Gimenes, we have in the cast the talents of Murilo Rosa for the title role and Kiara Sasso playing the powerful Charity. Other highlights are the actresses Giulia Nadruz bringing to life the antagonist Jenny Lind, , Diva Menner in the role of the mythical Joice Heth and actor Matheus Paiva as Tom Thumb.
by Claudio Erlichman - October 24, 2021
Barnum, finally gets a Brazilian staging. With Portuguese version by Claudio Botelho, direction by Gustavo Barchilon, choreography by Alonso Barros and musical direction by Thiago Gimenes, we have in the cast the talents of Murilo Rosa for the title role and Kiara Sasso playing the powerful Charity. Other highlights are the actresses Giulia Nadruz bringing to life the antagonist Jenny Lind, , Diva Menner in the role of the mythical Joice Heth and actor Matheus Paiva as Tom Thumb.
BWW Preview: Celebrating Nudity, NAKED BOYS SINGING!, an Iconic Musical Revue of Gay Culture, Receives Revival in Sao Paulo
by Claudio Erlichman - October 15, 2021
Naked Boys Singing! is a musical revue in the traditional style of American vaudeville, with book by Robert Schrock, that features eight actors who sing and dance naked. Directed by Rodrigo Alfer and with Portuguese versions by Rafael Oliveira, the iconic gay musical features André Lau, Aquiles, João Hespanholeto, Luan Carvalho, Lucas Cordeiro, Raphael Mota, Ruan Rairo, Silvano Vieira, Victor Barreto, Tiago Prates and Gabriel Fabri, on the piano.
by Claudio Erlichman - October 15, 2021
Naked Boys Singing! is a musical revue in the traditional style of American vaudeville, with book by Robert Schrock, that features eight actors who sing and dance naked. Directed by Rodrigo Alfer and with Portuguese versions by Rafael Oliveira, the iconic gay musical features André Lau, Aquiles, João Hespanholeto, Luan Carvalho, Lucas Cordeiro, Raphael Mota, Ruan Rairo, Silvano Vieira, Victor Barreto, Tiago Prates and Gabriel Fabri, on the piano.
BWW Review: Musical BRENDA LEE E O PALÁCIO DAS PRINCESAS Spotlights Brazilian HIV/AIDS Activist
by Claudio Erlichman - October 12, 2021
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 - October 12, 2021
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.
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