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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
BWW Review: Leaving His Comfort Zone, Vitor Rocha Writes and Acts in BOM DIA SEM COMPANHIA, a Musical Out Of the Box Discussing Current Issues
by Claudio Erlichman - September 30, 2021
The show by award-winning author Vitor Rocha, wich will have live seasons from October 2nd, was created entirely during the quarantine and, after having a streaming version, arrives on the stages of Teatro Viradalata, in Sao Paulo
BWW Review: Two Actors and Many Characters Guarantee the Fun In CONSERTO PARA DOIS, O MUSICAL, Custom-Written For the Couple Claudia Raia and Jarbas Homem De Mello
by Claudio Erlichman - September 29, 2021
Claudia Raia and Jarbas Homem de Mello are ready to return to the stage: Conserto Para Dois, O Musical opens in Sao Paulo on October 1st, at Teatro Procopio Ferreira. The musical is 100% Brazilian and features the two artists splitting up between 12 characters to tell the story of love and obsession of famous bestselling writer Angelo Rinaldi (Jarbas) with film diva and international celebrity Luna de Palma (Claudia).
BWW Review: George Orwell Meets Brecht and Weill In the Musical CABARET DOS BICHOS
by Claudio Erlichman - September 28, 2021
With libreto, lyrics and direction by Ze 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 Weil. George Orwell's Animal Farm takes place on a farm led initially by Mr. Jones. However, dissatisfied with the domination, the animals decide to make a revolution. They organize and expel Mr. Jones from the farm, as they no longer accept being treated as human slaves. Pigs now lead the farm, considering themselves the most intelligent animals. One of the century's greatest writers, Orwell paints a stark portrayal of power's relationship to the individual and society and its processes.
VIDEO: Theatro Municipal do Rio de Janeiro Begin OSTM Municipal Portas Theatre Series
by BWW News Desk - September 26, 2021
On September 24,  Theatro Municipal do Rio de Janeiro began the 90-year-old OSTM Municipal Portas Theatre series, which will be presented on the official networks of the TMRJ, celebrating the 90 years of the Theatre Symphony Orchestra Municipal of Rio de Janeiro
VIDEO: Get A First Look At CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY In Brazil
by Alan Henry - September 17, 2021
BroadwayWorld has a first look at CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY in Brazil, which begins performances today!
BWW Review: DRAG NIGHTS Opens September 10th on Clube Barbixas de Comedia Revealing New Talents
by Claudio Erlichman - September 08, 2021
As part of the cultural programming return in Brazil, Rua Augusta will receive an innovative show that will take drag art to one of the most diverse and cosmopolitan streets in Sao Paulo. Drag Nights, a project by drags Thelores and Alexia Twister, will open on September 10, from 9 pm, at Clube Barbixas de Comedia. Always on Fridays, the show is part of the schedule for the resumption of cultural activities in the city with all security protocols.
BWW Review: R&H CINDERELLA Returns to Sao Paulo With Stellar Cast
by Claudio Erlichman - September 01, 2021
One of the most famous stories in universal literature will take Sao Paulo stage. Cinderella, o Musical premieres on September 2, at Teatro Liberdade, after being seen by more than 200,000 people in its previous productions. With Fabi Bang spearheading the new cast, Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella has original direction and a Brazilian version by Charles Moeller and Claudio Botelho, with Vanessa Costa signing the direction of the revival. The show returns in a big way, bringing names like Andre Loddi (Prince Topher), Gottsha (Stepmother), Helga Nemetik (Fairy Godmother), Diego Montez (Jean Michel), in a cast of 22 actors. The production is by Touche Entertainment.
GLOBAL CITIZEN LIVE Comes to Rio De Janeiro With Brazilian Superstars
by BWW News Desk - August 26, 2021
International advocacy organization, Global Citizen, in partnership with Rock In Rio, one of the largest music and entertainment festivals in the world, with 20 editions held in Brazil, Portugal, Spain and the US, today announced Rio de Janeiro as a new city and the addition of Brazilian superstars Alok, Mart'nália, Criolo, and Liniker, along with special guests, Tropkillaz and Mosquito, to Global Citizen Live's broadcast line-up - a combination of festivals and events airing from locations on six continents on Saturday, September 25th.
VIDEO: Theatro Municipal do Rio de Janeiro Hosts 'TMRJ Told by History'
by BWW News Desk - August 24, 2021
They address topics such as building the municipal Theatre and its development over the years in the country's political and social context, highlighting the importance of preserving heritage and memory, plus the work powered by the TMRJ himself on conservation and dissemination of the acquis and the trajectory of Theatre.
Atriz Mirim Alice Di Giulio Encerra Temporada De SCHOOL OF ROCK
by BWW News Desk - August 06, 2021
Baseado no filme de 2003, escrito por Mike White, “School of Rock” conta a história de Dewey Finn, um roqueiro amador e fracassado. Cheio de dívidas para pagar ele finge ser seu melhor amigo Ned Schneebly, e trabalha como professor substituto em uma conservadora escola, lá o roqueiro descobre um talento musical incomum em seus alunos. Então Dewey forma um grupo escolar na tentativa de provar que todos estavam errados e vencer a “Batalha das Bandas”.
Sofia Dinato Dá Vida A Guitarrista Zoe Em SCHOOL OF ROCK
by BWW News Desk - August 02, 2021
Baseado no filme de 2003, escrito por Mike White, “School of Rock” conta a história de Dewey Finn, um roqueiro amador e fracassado. Cheio de dívidas para pagar ele finge ser seu melhor amigo Ned Schneebly, e trabalha como professor substituto em uma conservadora escola, lá o roqueiro descobre um talento musical incomum em seus alunos. Então Dewey forma um grupo escolar na tentativa de provar que todos estavam errados e vencer a “Batalha das Bandas”.
Paola Rabetti Dá Vida A Vocalista Tomika Em SCHOOL OF ROCK
by BWW News Desk - July 30, 2021
Baseado no filme de 2003, escrito por Mike White, “School of Rock” conta a história de Dewey Finn, um roqueiro amador e fracassado. Cheio de dívidas para pagar ele finge ser seu melhor amigo Ned Schneebly, e trabalha como professor substituto em uma conservadora escola, lá o roqueiro descobre um talento musical incomum em seus alunos. Então Dewey forma um grupo escolar na tentativa de provar que todos estavam errados e vencer a “Batalha das Bandas”.
Larissa Cavalante Dá Vida A Summer Em SCHOOL OF ROCK
by BWW News Desk - July 29, 2021
Baseado no filme de 2003, escrito por Mike White, “School of Rock” conta a história de Dewey Finn, um roqueiro amador e fracassado. Cheio de dívidas para pagar ele finge ser seu melhor amigo Ned Schneebly, e trabalha como professor substituto em uma conservadora escola, lá o roqueiro descobre um talento musical incomum em seus alunos. Então Dewey forma um grupo escolar na tentativa de provar que todos estavam errados e vencer a “Batalha das Bandas”.
Canto Coral Com FROZEN E FROZEN II No Instituto Lumiere
by BWW News Desk - July 26, 2021
As aulas começam em agosto, são para maiores de 16 anos, e não é necessária experiência com canto para fazer parte. As aulas contam com técnica vocal, noções de teoria musical e canto coral.
Bia Bom Estreia Como Tomika Em SCHOOL OF ROCK
by BWW News Desk - July 16, 2021
Após ficar em cartaz em dois espetáculos ao mesmo tempo, integrando o elenco de “Cadê a Criança Que Tava Aqui?” e “A Megera Domada – O Musical”, a atriz Bia Bom se prepara para mais uma estreia, desta vez como Tomika no musical “School of Rock”.
Theo Barreto Se Divide Entre A MEGERA DOMADA – O MUSICAL e HEATHERS – MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - July 08, 2021
Esse momento foi muito desafiador e gratificante na carreira de Théo, em “A Megera Domada – O Musical” Theo interpreta o mocinho Petruquio, que chega ao colégio para conquistar o coração da durona Catarina, já em “Heathers – Musical” ele dá vida a Kurt Kelly, um dos valentões do colégio, que tem como principal atividade atormentar os que estão ao seu redor, com ajuda do seu amigo Ram Sweeney.
Lorenzo Galli Dá Vida A Lucêncio Em A MEGERA DOMADA – O MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - July 07, 2021
O ator mirim Lorenzo Galli integra o elenco do musical “A Megera Domada” com direção geral de Fernanda Chamma, dando vida ao personagem Lucêncio, apaixonado por Bianca, irmã de Catarina.
Symphony X Comes To Tropical Butantã August 7th
by BWW News Desk - June 29, 2021
Symphony X will perform at Tropical Butantã on August 7th. To most progressive heavy-metal fans symphony x is one of the genre-defining bands, breaking the ground with their powerful sound since the very early dawns back in 1994.

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