Brazil Brewery Removed Ganesha & Vishnu Beers From Website After Hindu Protest
by BWW News Desk - December 29, 2016
Amparo (Sao Paulo, Brazil) based "award-winning" Cervejaria Ashby brewery seems to have removed beers carrying images of Hindu deities Ganesha and Vishnu within few days of Hindu protest, as these were not seen on its website on December 28.
by BWW News Desk - December 29, 2016
Amparo (Sao Paulo, Brazil) based "award-winning" Cervejaria Ashby brewery seems to have removed beers carrying images of Hindu deities Ganesha and Vishnu within few days of Hindu protest, as these were not seen on its website on December 28.
TV: Come Measure a Year in Life With the Cast of RENT in Sao Paulo
by Andressa Lelli - December 20, 2016
How do measure a year in your life? Now you can discover new ways to do it with the cast of RENT, which premiered last night in Sao Paulo, Brazil. It will stay at Teatro Frei Caneca until December 21st to return the season on January 10th and close on March 29th.
by Andressa Lelli - December 20, 2016
How do measure a year in your life? Now you can discover new ways to do it with the cast of RENT, which premiered last night in Sao Paulo, Brazil. It will stay at Teatro Frei Caneca until December 21st to return the season on January 10th and close on March 29th.
BWW Previews: MISS SAIGON: 25th ANNIVERSARY In Cinemas For One Night Only Next Monday
by Claudio Erlichman - December 20, 2016
A filmed production of the musical Miss Saigon for its 25th anniversary, performed live at London's Prince Edward Theatre in London's West-End will have a one night only exhibition on November 21st, in Cinemark and Cinepolis' cinemas, including the 2hr 20minute production and a bonus 35 minute '25th Anniversary Gala' which included stars of the original cast, Johnathan Pryce, Lea Salonga and Simon Bowman.
by Claudio Erlichman - December 20, 2016
A filmed production of the musical Miss Saigon for its 25th anniversary, performed live at London's Prince Edward Theatre in London's West-End will have a one night only exhibition on November 21st, in Cinemark and Cinepolis' cinemas, including the 2hr 20minute production and a bonus 35 minute '25th Anniversary Gala' which included stars of the original cast, Johnathan Pryce, Lea Salonga and Simon Bowman.
BWW Preview: Saiba Mais Sobre o Show AUE que Estreia Esta Semana no Teatro FAAP
by Claudio Erlichman - December 20, 2016
Cia. Barca dos Coracoes Partidos, (the same of Gonzagao - A Lenda and Opera do Malandro), brings this show which will be short-lived at Faap Theater. 'AUE' has three nominations for the Shell Award and five for the Cesgranrio Prize.Partidos, (the same of Gonzagao - A Lenda and Opera do Malandro), brings this show which will be short-lived at Faap Theater. 'AUE' has three nominations for the Shell Award and five for the Cesgranrio Prize.
by Claudio Erlichman - December 20, 2016
Cia. Barca dos Coracoes Partidos, (the same of Gonzagao - A Lenda and Opera do Malandro), brings this show which will be short-lived at Faap Theater. 'AUE' has three nominations for the Shell Award and five for the Cesgranrio Prize.Partidos, (the same of Gonzagao - A Lenda and Opera do Malandro), brings this show which will be short-lived at Faap Theater. 'AUE' has three nominations for the Shell Award and five for the Cesgranrio Prize.
BWW Seeks Guest Bloggers, Student Bloggers and Editors in Brazil
by BWW News Desk - December 13, 2016
BroadwayWorld.com is currently seeking guest bloggers, student bloggers, and other talented theater enthusiasts to help feature coverage in Brazil.
by BWW News Desk - December 13, 2016
BroadwayWorld.com is currently seeking guest bloggers, student bloggers, and other talented theater enthusiasts to help feature coverage in Brazil.
BWW Review: THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW Phenomenon Reappears In New Brazilian Version By Moeller & Botelho
by Claudio Erlichman - November 16, 2016
The Rocky Horror Show is a rare theatrical phenomenon. After debuting in a small room in London's underground circuit in 1973, it became a movie, became a pop icon and never left the stage and movie screens. A true legion of fans helps maintain the aura of the musical, in special exhibitions, meetings and happenings all over the world. Four decades after its launch, Charles Moeller & Claudio Botelho will present their Brazilian version at Teatro Porto Seguro.
by Claudio Erlichman - November 16, 2016
The Rocky Horror Show is a rare theatrical phenomenon. After debuting in a small room in London's underground circuit in 1973, it became a movie, became a pop icon and never left the stage and movie screens. A true legion of fans helps maintain the aura of the musical, in special exhibitions, meetings and happenings all over the world. Four decades after its launch, Charles Moeller & Claudio Botelho will present their Brazilian version at Teatro Porto Seguro.
BWW Previews: UM AMOR DE VINIL at Teatro Fecomercio - Sala Raul Cortez
by Claudio Erlichman - November 07, 2016
Flavio Marinho and Andre Paes Leme celebrate 30 years of theatrical career with UM AMOR DE VINIL, musical starring Francoise Forton, which opens November 11 at Teatro Raul Cortez.
by Claudio Erlichman - November 07, 2016
Flavio Marinho and Andre Paes Leme celebrate 30 years of theatrical career with UM AMOR DE VINIL, musical starring Francoise Forton, which opens November 11 at Teatro Raul Cortez.
TV: Tune In Your Rock 'n Roll Mood for a Sneak Peek of JIM, now in Sao Paulo
by Andressa Lelli - October 27, 2016
Five on stage: two actors and three musicians. That's what it takes to bring Jim Morrison to life again - besides all the crew, of course. The God of Rock and dionisyac lead singer of the band of the 60's, The Doors, Jim Morrison get to have his story told in another angle in the musical JIM. Different from the one portrayed in the movie THE DOORS - which was severely criticized by the band members -, starred by Val Kilmer as Jim and directed by Oliver Stone. Now theater-goers in Sao Paulo get the chance to watch the musical opening in October 28.
by Andressa Lelli - October 27, 2016
Five on stage: two actors and three musicians. That's what it takes to bring Jim Morrison to life again - besides all the crew, of course. The God of Rock and dionisyac lead singer of the band of the 60's, The Doors, Jim Morrison get to have his story told in another angle in the musical JIM. Different from the one portrayed in the movie THE DOORS - which was severely criticized by the band members -, starred by Val Kilmer as Jim and directed by Oliver Stone. Now theater-goers in Sao Paulo get the chance to watch the musical opening in October 28.
BWW Preview: Eriberto Leao Embodies Leader Of The Doors In the Musical JIM
by Claudio Erlichman - October 24, 2016
Seen by over 100,000 spectators, JIM opens in Sao Paulo, through Projeto Vivo EnCena. One of the most venerated singers in rock history, Jim Morrison (1943-1971), lead singer of The Doors, has among his admirers the actor Eriberto Leao. He is the creator and JIM star, impactful spectacle inspired in the idol. Alluded by the rebelliousness of the honoree, the show directed by Paulo de Moraes and libretto by Walter Daguerre, escapes the temptation to be a simple biography
by Claudio Erlichman - October 24, 2016
Seen by over 100,000 spectators, JIM opens in Sao Paulo, through Projeto Vivo EnCena. One of the most venerated singers in rock history, Jim Morrison (1943-1971), lead singer of The Doors, has among his admirers the actor Eriberto Leao. He is the creator and JIM star, impactful spectacle inspired in the idol. Alluded by the rebelliousness of the honoree, the show directed by Paulo de Moraes and libretto by Walter Daguerre, escapes the temptation to be a simple biography
BWW Review: TUDO E JAZZ (And the World Goes 'Round) Pays Tribute To The Great Kander & Ebb Musicals
by Claudio Erlichman - October 13, 2016
Tudo E Jazz - Um Tributo Musical a Kander & Ebb (And the World Goes 'Round - the Songs of Kander & Ebb) debuts at Sao Paulo stage. The show, which brings together renowned names in the cast, is a tribute to the great musicals of the duo John Kander & Fred Ebb, successful Broadway composers, responsible for creating Chicago, Cabaret, Kiss of the Spider Woman, and the great musical hit 'New York, New York', immortalized in the voices of Liza Minelli and Frank Sinatra.
by Claudio Erlichman - October 13, 2016
Tudo E Jazz - Um Tributo Musical a Kander & Ebb (And the World Goes 'Round - the Songs of Kander & Ebb) debuts at Sao Paulo stage. The show, which brings together renowned names in the cast, is a tribute to the great musicals of the duo John Kander & Fred Ebb, successful Broadway composers, responsible for creating Chicago, Cabaret, Kiss of the Spider Woman, and the great musical hit 'New York, New York', immortalized in the voices of Liza Minelli and Frank Sinatra.
BWW Previews: DIVAS - O MUSICAL at Teatro Procopio Ferreira
by Claudio Erlichman - October 07, 2016
Starring Luiza Possi, Jeniffer Nascimento and Nikki, Divas - O Musical opens in Sao Paulo on October 7, bringing greatest musical hits numbers of international pop music.
by Claudio Erlichman - October 07, 2016
Starring Luiza Possi, Jeniffer Nascimento and Nikki, Divas - O Musical opens in Sao Paulo on October 7, bringing greatest musical hits numbers of international pop music.
Photo Flash: ZONE Project Presents Afro-Feminist Photo Shoot
by BWW News Desk - October 07, 2016
The ZONE initiative was launched in 2015 by the kolor art collective in Rio de janeiro, Brazil. The project is split into series called zones, each defined by a distinctive theme and style.
by BWW News Desk - October 07, 2016
The ZONE initiative was launched in 2015 by the kolor art collective in Rio de janeiro, Brazil. The project is split into series called zones, each defined by a distinctive theme and style.
BIBI FERREIRA AWARDS Celebrates The Brazilian Musical Theater For The 4th Year
by Claudio Erlichman - September 27, 2016
Gala Night celebrated the best musicals in Sao Paulo between July 2015 and June 2016.
by Claudio Erlichman - September 27, 2016
Gala Night celebrated the best musicals in Sao Paulo between July 2015 and June 2016.
BWW Review: 26 Years After Making Success in Film, GHOST O MUSICAL Resurges on Stage as a Musical, in Many Ways Resembling the Movie
by Claudio Erlichman - September 12, 2016
Based on the hit 1990 romantic drama film of the same name, GHOST, a timeless fantasy about the power of love, had its Brazilian premiere at Teatro Bradesco in Sao Paulo. The plot centers on lovers Sam and Molly, who are attacked as they are returning to their apartment. When Sam dies he becomes caught between the real world and the next. Molly is in danger and Sam cannot leave her. A phony storefront medium, Oda Mae Brown, helps Sam to get in touch with Molly to warn her.
by Claudio Erlichman - September 12, 2016
Based on the hit 1990 romantic drama film of the same name, GHOST, a timeless fantasy about the power of love, had its Brazilian premiere at Teatro Bradesco in Sao Paulo. The plot centers on lovers Sam and Molly, who are attacked as they are returning to their apartment. When Sam dies he becomes caught between the real world and the next. Molly is in danger and Sam cannot leave her. A phony storefront medium, Oda Mae Brown, helps Sam to get in touch with Molly to warn her.
BWW Preview: CARTOLA O MUNDO E UM MOINHO Will Tell the Trajectory Of One Of The Biggest Names of the Samba
by Claudio Erlichman - September 07, 2016
Conceived by actor and producer Jo Santana, dramaturgy by Arthur Xexeo, direction and staging by Roberto Lage, research by Nilcemar Nogueira - Cartola's granddaughter and director of Samba Museum in Rio de Janeiro -, and Musical Direction by Rildo Hora, the show will tell trajectory of one of the biggest samba names: Cartola - founder of one of the oldest and certainly the most popular Samba School, the GRES Mangueira!
by Claudio Erlichman - September 07, 2016
Conceived by actor and producer Jo Santana, dramaturgy by Arthur Xexeo, direction and staging by Roberto Lage, research by Nilcemar Nogueira - Cartola's granddaughter and director of Samba Museum in Rio de Janeiro -, and Musical Direction by Rildo Hora, the show will tell trajectory of one of the biggest samba names: Cartola - founder of one of the oldest and certainly the most popular Samba School, the GRES Mangueira!
BWW Preview: New version of Chico Buarque and Paulo Pontes classic brazilian musical, GOTA D'AGUA [A SECO] opens in Sao Paulo with Laila Garin and Alejandro Claveaux.
by Claudio Erlichman - September 06, 2016
New version of Chico Buarque and Paulo Pontes classic brazilian musical, GOTA D'AGUA [A SECO] opens in Sao Paulo with Laila Garin and Alejandro Claveaux. With only two actors on stage and other songs in your libreto, Rafael Gomes adaptation has musical direction by Pedro Luis.
by Claudio Erlichman - September 06, 2016
New version of Chico Buarque and Paulo Pontes classic brazilian musical, GOTA D'AGUA [A SECO] opens in Sao Paulo with Laila Garin and Alejandro Claveaux. With only two actors on stage and other songs in your libreto, Rafael Gomes adaptation has musical direction by Pedro Luis.
TV: Watch Highlights of MY FAIR LADY in Brazil
by Christina Mancuso - September 02, 2016
Baritone Paulo Szot plays Henry Higgins and Daniele Nastri is Eliza Doolittle in MY FAIR LADY with Jorge Takla directing.
by Christina Mancuso - September 02, 2016
Baritone Paulo Szot plays Henry Higgins and Daniele Nastri is Eliza Doolittle in MY FAIR LADY with Jorge Takla directing.
Photo Flash: First Look at Paulo Szot, Eliza Doolittle and More in MY FAIR LADY
by BWW News Desk - September 02, 2016
Baritone Paulo Szot plays Henry Higgins and Daniele Nastri is Eliza Doolittle in MY FAIR LADY with Jorge Takla directing.
by BWW News Desk - September 02, 2016
Baritone Paulo Szot plays Henry Higgins and Daniele Nastri is Eliza Doolittle in MY FAIR LADY with Jorge Takla directing.
BWW Review: Tony Winner Paulo Szot Stars MY FAIR LADY Revival in Brazil
by Claudio Erlichman - September 01, 2016
Regarded as one of most popular musicals of all time, the classic My Fair Lady turns 60 and receives this month a new theatrical production signed by the Director Jorge Takla. With a great cast and live orchestra, the show - based on the classic Pygmalion by George Bernard Shaw - tells the story of an aristocrat teacher, Mr. Henry Higgins, who takes up the challenge to transform the poor Eliza Doolittle, street vendor without any refinement, in a society lady. With luxurious scenery and costumes, the show will have place at the Santander Theatre, in Sao Paulo, between August 27 and November 6, 2016.
by Claudio Erlichman - September 01, 2016
Regarded as one of most popular musicals of all time, the classic My Fair Lady turns 60 and receives this month a new theatrical production signed by the Director Jorge Takla. With a great cast and live orchestra, the show - based on the classic Pygmalion by George Bernard Shaw - tells the story of an aristocrat teacher, Mr. Henry Higgins, who takes up the challenge to transform the poor Eliza Doolittle, street vendor without any refinement, in a society lady. With luxurious scenery and costumes, the show will have place at the Santander Theatre, in Sao Paulo, between August 27 and November 6, 2016.
BWW Review: GODSPELL Has a Very Good Revival In Sao Paulo
by Claudio Erlichman - August 22, 2016
Collecting premieres around the world since 1971, when it reached Broadway, the classical musical comedy by Stephen Schwartz and John-Michael Tebelak, based on the parables of the Gospel of St. Matthew, is back to Sao Paulo with a new look, directed by Dagoberto Feliz
by Claudio Erlichman - August 22, 2016
Collecting premieres around the world since 1971, when it reached Broadway, the classical musical comedy by Stephen Schwartz and John-Michael Tebelak, based on the parables of the Gospel of St. Matthew, is back to Sao Paulo with a new look, directed by Dagoberto Feliz
ALEXANDRE NERO Shows His Versatility in the Musical O GRANDE SUCESSO (THE GREAT SUCCESS)
by Claudio Erlichman - August 12, 2016
Alexandre Nero returns to the stage at Vivo EnCena project in a musical written and directed by Diego Fortes that tells the story of a group of a secondary artists waiting in the backstage to enter in. With original soundtrack sung and played live, the cast talks philosophically and humorously about success and failure.
by Claudio Erlichman - August 12, 2016
Alexandre Nero returns to the stage at Vivo EnCena project in a musical written and directed by Diego Fortes that tells the story of a group of a secondary artists waiting in the backstage to enter in. With original soundtrack sung and played live, the cast talks philosophically and humorously about success and failure.
Premio Bibi Ferreira Anuncia Indicados da 4a Edicao
by Claudio Erlichman - July 26, 2016
Foram anunciados na manhã desta terca feira (25/julho) os indicados da 4ª edicão do Premio Bibi Ferreira.
by Claudio Erlichman - July 26, 2016
Foram anunciados na manhã desta terca feira (25/julho) os indicados da 4ª edicão do Premio Bibi Ferreira.
BWW Review: 'URINETOWN' AND 'KISS ME, KATE' ARE THE BIG WINNERS OF 2ND PREMIO REVERENCIA at Teatro Alfa
by Claudio Erlichman - July 21, 2016
Numa cerimonia de altissimo nivel que não ficou devendo em nada ao Premio Tony, foi realizada nesta terca feira, no Teatro Alfa a segunda edicão do Premio Reverencia, celebrando o teatro musical brasileiro.
by Claudio Erlichman - July 21, 2016
Numa cerimonia de altissimo nivel que não ficou devendo em nada ao Premio Tony, foi realizada nesta terca feira, no Teatro Alfa a segunda edicão do Premio Reverencia, celebrando o teatro musical brasileiro.
BWW Preview: DANIEL BOAVENTURA SINGS BROADWAY STANDARDS BY JEWISH COMPOSERS
by Claudio Erlichman - June 27, 2016
In the year that the Congregacão Israelita Paulista (CIP) celebrates 80 years of great history and dedication to the Jewish community and the Brazilian society, the actor and singer Daniel Boaventura was chosen to be the attraction of the commemorative concert for the benefit of social work of the institution . The event, which takes place June 29 at the Teatro Sergio Cardoso, will be presented by Rubens Ewald Filho - also one of the directors and writers alongside Claudio Erlichman - and will journey for more than 50 years of history of the great Broadway classics, highlighting the strong Jewish influence in the American Songbook, which contributed to the emergence of a new artistic genre, the musical theater. The show, named 'Broadwish - From Shtetl to Broadway', created especially for this occasion, will bring a repertoire full of standards composed and written by renowned Jewish composers such as Irving Berlin, George & Ira Gershwin, Stephen Sondheim, Stephen Schwartz , Oscar Hammerstein II, Kander & Ebb and Burt Bacharach among others.
by Claudio Erlichman - June 27, 2016
In the year that the Congregacão Israelita Paulista (CIP) celebrates 80 years of great history and dedication to the Jewish community and the Brazilian society, the actor and singer Daniel Boaventura was chosen to be the attraction of the commemorative concert for the benefit of social work of the institution . The event, which takes place June 29 at the Teatro Sergio Cardoso, will be presented by Rubens Ewald Filho - also one of the directors and writers alongside Claudio Erlichman - and will journey for more than 50 years of history of the great Broadway classics, highlighting the strong Jewish influence in the American Songbook, which contributed to the emergence of a new artistic genre, the musical theater. The show, named 'Broadwish - From Shtetl to Broadway', created especially for this occasion, will bring a repertoire full of standards composed and written by renowned Jewish composers such as Irving Berlin, George & Ira Gershwin, Stephen Sondheim, Stephen Schwartz , Oscar Hammerstein II, Kander & Ebb and Burt Bacharach among others.
BWW Preview: OS DEZ MANDAMENTOS (THE TEN COMMANDMENTS) at Teatro Procopio Ferreira
by Claudio Erlichman - June 14, 2016
After great success in TV as a Brazilian soap opera and then movie, ' The Ten Commandments' opens in the theater. Responsible for conducting numerous musicals and plays, Chaim Productions partners with Record TV to take to the stage this fascinating ancient and epic story that speaks of love, faith and hope, from June 17 at Teatro Procopio Ferreira.
by Claudio Erlichman - June 14, 2016
After great success in TV as a Brazilian soap opera and then movie, ' The Ten Commandments' opens in the theater. Responsible for conducting numerous musicals and plays, Chaim Productions partners with Record TV to take to the stage this fascinating ancient and epic story that speaks of love, faith and hope, from June 17 at Teatro Procopio Ferreira.
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