Review: HAIRSPRAY Revivals in São Paulo with a Beautiful Message of Acceptance
by Claudio Erlichman - October 15, 2024
A girl achieves her dream of performing on a TV dance show in 1960s Baltimore — and works to integrate the show — in this musical version of the John Waters film. Outside of traditional beauty standards, she faces many prejudices, become an instant celebrity, and fight against racial segregation promoting inclusion of everyone in the city.
by Claudio Erlichman - October 15, 2024
A girl achieves her dream of performing on a TV dance show in 1960s Baltimore — and works to integrate the show — in this musical version of the John Waters film. Outside of traditional beauty standards, she faces many prejudices, become an instant celebrity, and fight against racial segregation promoting inclusion of everyone in the city.
Marilyn Monroe and Einstein Meet in the Play INSIGNIFICANCE, Which Talks About Fame With Humor
by Claudio Erlichman - October 04, 2024
Albert Einstein and Marilyn Monroe grapple with fame, relativity and their personal lives in this dazzlingly inventive drama about the challenges of being known, and of knowing yourself. Cássio Scapin, Amanda Acosta, Marcos Veras and Norival Rizzo star in the play directed by Victor Garcia Peralta and produced by Rodrigo Velloni.
by Claudio Erlichman - October 04, 2024
Albert Einstein and Marilyn Monroe grapple with fame, relativity and their personal lives in this dazzlingly inventive drama about the challenges of being known, and of knowing yourself. Cássio Scapin, Amanda Acosta, Marcos Veras and Norival Rizzo star in the play directed by Victor Garcia Peralta and produced by Rodrigo Velloni.
Considered One of the Great Exponents of Samba MARTINHO CORAÇÃO DE REI, THE MUSICAL Pays Tribute to Martinho da Vila
by Claudio Erlichman - September 18, 2024
“Martinho, Coração de Rei - O Musical” delves into the African roots of samba master Martinho da Vila, revealing the profound influence of various Afro-Brazilian cultural manifestations on his work. Created by Jô Santana, the musical is directed by Miguel Falabella and written by Helena Theodoro.
by Claudio Erlichman - September 18, 2024
“Martinho, Coração de Rei - O Musical” delves into the African roots of samba master Martinho da Vila, revealing the profound influence of various Afro-Brazilian cultural manifestations on his work. Created by Jô Santana, the musical is directed by Miguel Falabella and written by Helena Theodoro.
A Hymn to the Oppressed, Verdi's New Production of NABUCCO Opens at Theatro Municipal de São Paulo
by Claudio Erlichman - September 17, 2024
Verdi's four-act opera will have a season in Brazil at Theatro Municipal de São Paulo, with Roberto Minczuk as musical director and Christiane Jatahy as stage director, with the participation of the Municipal Lyric Choir and the Municipal Symphony Orchestra.
by Claudio Erlichman - September 17, 2024
Verdi's four-act opera will have a season in Brazil at Theatro Municipal de São Paulo, with Roberto Minczuk as musical director and Christiane Jatahy as stage director, with the participation of the Municipal Lyric Choir and the Municipal Symphony Orchestra.
RIO UPHILL- A NEW MUSICAL To Receive World Premiere In Rio DE Janeiro This Fall
by BWW News Desk - September 05, 2024
RIO UPHILL, a new musical, will have its world premiere in Rio de Janeiro this fall.
by BWW News Desk - September 05, 2024
RIO UPHILL, a new musical, will have its world premiere in Rio de Janeiro this fall.
AWARDS: Celebrating Theater in São Paulo City, BIBI FERREIRA AWARD Announces Nominees for the 11th Edition
by Claudio Erlichman - August 22, 2024
O evento que, desde 2012, vem reunindo cada vez mais os grandes profissionais do teatro brasileiro, se prepara para mais uma noite especial dedicada a artistas, criativos, técnicos e todos aqueles que fazem a magia da arte acontecer em grande estilo.
by Claudio Erlichman - August 22, 2024
O evento que, desde 2012, vem reunindo cada vez mais os grandes profissionais do teatro brasileiro, se prepara para mais uma noite especial dedicada a artistas, criativos, técnicos e todos aqueles que fazem a magia da arte acontecer em grande estilo.
São Paulo's PRISCILLA, QUEEN OF THE DESERT (Priscilla a Rainha do Deserto) Revival is the Season's Biggest Hit
by Claudio Erlichman - August 20, 2024
Priscilla, Queen of the Desert is a jukebox musical with book by Stephan Elliott and Allan Scott, using well-known pop songs as its score. Adapted from Elliott's 1994 movie , the musical tells the story of two drag queens and a trans woman, who contract to perform a drag show at a resort in Alice Springs, a town in the remote Australian desert.
by Claudio Erlichman - August 20, 2024
Priscilla, Queen of the Desert is a jukebox musical with book by Stephan Elliott and Allan Scott, using well-known pop songs as its score. Adapted from Elliott's 1994 movie , the musical tells the story of two drag queens and a trans woman, who contract to perform a drag show at a resort in Alice Springs, a town in the remote Australian desert.
Broadway Phenomenon DEAR EVAN HANSEN (Querido Evan Hansen) Opens in São Paulo, Addressing Serious Issues With Consciense, Sensibility and a Nice Score
by Claudio Erlichman - August 12, 2024
The winner of 6 Tonys, the Grammy and the Olivier Award for Best Musical, DEAR EVAN HANSEN is the deeply personal and profoundly contemporary musical about life and the way we live it. Directed by Tadeu Aguiar, the show can be seen until September 22nd, promising to provide an exciting and unforgettable experience for the audience.
by Claudio Erlichman - August 12, 2024
The winner of 6 Tonys, the Grammy and the Olivier Award for Best Musical, DEAR EVAN HANSEN is the deeply personal and profoundly contemporary musical about life and the way we live it. Directed by Tadeu Aguiar, the show can be seen until September 22nd, promising to provide an exciting and unforgettable experience for the audience.
At 95 Years Old, Nathalia Timberg Plays the Protagonist of A MULHER DA VAN (The Lady in the Van)
by Claudio Erlichman - August 11, 2024
The Lady in the Van is a mostly true story of the fascinating relationship between the award-winning British writer and his long-term guest. Was she a fugitive on the run? A talented pianist? A nun? Or a lady who simply refused to move her van. Touching, uplifting, heartbreakingly honest, a moving and bittersweet comedy.
by Claudio Erlichman - August 11, 2024
The Lady in the Van is a mostly true story of the fascinating relationship between the award-winning British writer and his long-term guest. Was she a fugitive on the run? A talented pianist? A nun? Or a lady who simply refused to move her van. Touching, uplifting, heartbreakingly honest, a moving and bittersweet comedy.
CLARA NUNES – A TAL GUERREIRA Celebrates The Life and Career of Brazilian Queen of Samba
by Claudio Erlichman - August 01, 2024
Clara Nunes, one of the greatest Brazilian singers, is brought to our time and to our questions of artistic and poetic freedom in a celebration of Brazilianness. With direction by Jorge Farjalla, the show that tells the story of this emblematic figure in Brazilian popular music was conceived by Vanessa da Mata, who also stars in the show.
by Claudio Erlichman - August 01, 2024
Clara Nunes, one of the greatest Brazilian singers, is brought to our time and to our questions of artistic and poetic freedom in a celebration of Brazilianness. With direction by Jorge Farjalla, the show that tells the story of this emblematic figure in Brazilian popular music was conceived by Vanessa da Mata, who also stars in the show.
Production that Tells the Story of the Rock Legend, ELVIS – A MUSICAL REVOLUTION Opens in São Paulo
by Claudio Erlichman - July 31, 2024
Get your pelvises and your blue suede shoes ready: in 2024, Brazil will enter the international circuit of Elvis: A Musical Revolution, the fictionalized biography recreated in musical form to tell the story of one of the greatest icons of world music, which will open in São Paulo in August.
by Claudio Erlichman - July 31, 2024
Get your pelvises and your blue suede shoes ready: in 2024, Brazil will enter the international circuit of Elvis: A Musical Revolution, the fictionalized biography recreated in musical form to tell the story of one of the greatest icons of world music, which will open in São Paulo in August.
Bringing Together All the Richness and Extraordinary Diversity of Lourenço da Fonseca Barbosa's Work, CAPIBA, PELAS RUAS EU VOU… Opens in São Paulo
by Claudio Erlichman - July 28, 2024
With 45 dancers and singers from Aria Social and 19 musicians in the cast, the show Capiba, Pelas Ruas eu Vou (Capiba, through the streets I go) which has already been seen by more than 13 thousand spectators, celebrates the story of one of the great names of Brazilian Music.
by Claudio Erlichman - July 28, 2024
With 45 dancers and singers from Aria Social and 19 musicians in the cast, the show Capiba, Pelas Ruas eu Vou (Capiba, through the streets I go) which has already been seen by more than 13 thousand spectators, celebrates the story of one of the great names of Brazilian Music.
In Double Bill Theatro Sao Pedro presents Busoni's TURANDOT and Puccini's GIANNI SCHICCHI
by Claudio Erlichman - July 27, 2024
On the centenary of the death of Italian composers Ferruccio Busoni and Giacomo Puccini, Theatro São Pedro presents a double program with performances on August 2, 4, 7, 9 and 11, under the musical direction of Ira Levin and the stage direction of Alexandre Dal Farra.
by Claudio Erlichman - July 27, 2024
On the centenary of the death of Italian composers Ferruccio Busoni and Giacomo Puccini, Theatro São Pedro presents a double program with performances on August 2, 4, 7, 9 and 11, under the musical direction of Ira Levin and the stage direction of Alexandre Dal Farra.
Shakespeare's KING LEAR Opens in São Paulo with an All Drag Cast
by Claudio Erlichman - July 22, 2024
In a tribute to drag queen art, Cia. Extemporânea opens an adaptation of the tragedy King Lear, by Shakespeare. The production is directed by Ines Bushatsky and features the queens Alexia Twister, Antonia Pethit, DaCota Monteiro, Ginger Moon, Lilith Prexeva, Maldita Hammer, Mercedez Vulcão, Thelores and Xaniqua Laquisha.
by Claudio Erlichman - July 22, 2024
In a tribute to drag queen art, Cia. Extemporânea opens an adaptation of the tragedy King Lear, by Shakespeare. The production is directed by Ines Bushatsky and features the queens Alexia Twister, Antonia Pethit, DaCota Monteiro, Ginger Moon, Lilith Prexeva, Maldita Hammer, Mercedez Vulcão, Thelores and Xaniqua Laquisha.
VINÍCIUS MUNHOZ Launches VME, a New Production Company Focused on Entertainment in Brazil
by Claudio Erlichman - July 14, 2024
The recently created VME announces its desire to elevate entertainment in Brazil, with content and projects that promote memorable experiences for customers, brands and fans.
by Claudio Erlichman - July 14, 2024
The recently created VME announces its desire to elevate entertainment in Brazil, with content and projects that promote memorable experiences for customers, brands and fans.
THE SOUND OF MUSIC (A Noviça Rebelde) Arrives in São Paulo After a Sold-out Season in Rio de Janeiro
by Claudio Erlichman - July 11, 2024
Since making his Broadway debut in 1959, The Sound of Music (A Novica Rebelde) has become a singular phenomenon. No other show has achieved such a lasting trajectory of success as one of this musical, inspired by the true love story between a young novice and a widowed captain, father of seven.
by Claudio Erlichman - July 11, 2024
Since making his Broadway debut in 1959, The Sound of Music (A Novica Rebelde) has become a singular phenomenon. No other show has achieved such a lasting trajectory of success as one of this musical, inspired by the true love story between a young novice and a widowed captain, father of seven.
Joing Theater and Cinema Musical REPÚBLICA LEE – UM MUSICAL AO SOM DE RITA Opens in São Paulo
by Claudio Erlichman - July 07, 2024
The show combines theater and cinema, creating a film in the presence of the audience, following the story of 5 young people, residents of a shared house, in São Paulo City, between the years from 1968 and 1969. The group is engaged in producing, within the apartment where they live, a low-budget science fiction short film.
by Claudio Erlichman - July 07, 2024
The show combines theater and cinema, creating a film in the presence of the audience, following the story of 5 young people, residents of a shared house, in São Paulo City, between the years from 1968 and 1969. The group is engaged in producing, within the apartment where they live, a low-budget science fiction short film.
CRYSTAL: CIRQUE DU SOLEIL's First Acrobatic Ice Show Arrives in Sao Paulo
by Claudio Erlichman - July 03, 2024
Seen by more than 2 million people worldwide, Crystal, first acrobatic ice show at Cirque du Soleil arrives in Brazil. The impressive 42nd creation, unveils the magical and challenging universe of ice for the first time in its history, exploring the infinite artistic possibilities of this surprising element.
by Claudio Erlichman - July 03, 2024
Seen by more than 2 million people worldwide, Crystal, first acrobatic ice show at Cirque du Soleil arrives in Brazil. The impressive 42nd creation, unveils the magical and challenging universe of ice for the first time in its history, exploring the infinite artistic possibilities of this surprising element.
Musical BELCHIOR - ANO PASSADO EU MORRI, MAS ESSE ANO EU NÃO MORRO returns to Sao Paulo for a popular season
by Claudio Erlichman - July 01, 2024
The show, directed by Pedro Cadore, takes a look at Belchior youth through a dramaturgy made up of excerpts from interviews with the singer himself. In the story, actor and singer Pablo Paleologo plays the singer from Ceara, while Bruno Suzano gives voice to the “Common Citizen”, a recurring character in Belchior's songs and in a way his alter ego.
by Claudio Erlichman - July 01, 2024
The show, directed by Pedro Cadore, takes a look at Belchior youth through a dramaturgy made up of excerpts from interviews with the singer himself. In the story, actor and singer Pablo Paleologo plays the singer from Ceara, while Bruno Suzano gives voice to the “Common Citizen”, a recurring character in Belchior's songs and in a way his alter ego.
Musical PARA NAO GRITAR (To Not Scream) Pays Tribute to Brazilian Writer Caio Fernando Abreu Through His Unique Work
by Claudio Erlichman - June 30, 2024
Caio Fernando Abreu, one of the most important writers in Brazilian literature, will have his life and work told on stage in the musical Para Nao Gritar (To Not Scream), which premieres on July 5th, for a short season in Sao Paulo.
by Claudio Erlichman - June 30, 2024
Caio Fernando Abreu, one of the most important writers in Brazilian literature, will have his life and work told on stage in the musical Para Nao Gritar (To Not Scream), which premieres on July 5th, for a short season in Sao Paulo.
Videos: Watch all of the Performances From MISCAST BRASIL 2024
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2024
Miscast Brasil took place on 18 June 2024. Check out videos of all of the performances here!
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2024
Miscast Brasil took place on 18 June 2024. Check out videos of all of the performances here!
With a Soap Opera Narrative and Regional Inspiration, UM GRANDE ENCONTRO – O MUSICAL Celebrates Love, Dreams and Challenges
by Claudio Erlichman - June 18, 2024
The dream, the desire and the need. These are the matrices that generate the conflicts and questions in Um Grande Encontro – O Musical (A Great Encounter), wich opens on June 21st in Sao Paulo, directed by Jarbas Homem de Mello and Tulio Rivadavia. The show brings a dramaturgy stitched together by timeless songs and Popular Brazilian Music hits.
by Claudio Erlichman - June 18, 2024
The dream, the desire and the need. These are the matrices that generate the conflicts and questions in Um Grande Encontro – O Musical (A Great Encounter), wich opens on June 21st in Sao Paulo, directed by Jarbas Homem de Mello and Tulio Rivadavia. The show brings a dramaturgy stitched together by timeless songs and Popular Brazilian Music hits.
E O AMOR (It's Love) Expects to Cherish the Audience to the Sound of Great Songs of Popular Brazilian Music
by Claudio Erlichman - June 04, 2024
Real life couple Aline Wirley and Igor Rickli presents E O AMOR (It’s love) with direction by Pedro Brício and musical direction by Danilo Timm. In the show, when performing songs known to the general public, the actors convey various sensations that permeate love.
by Claudio Erlichman - June 04, 2024
Real life couple Aline Wirley and Igor Rickli presents E O AMOR (It’s love) with direction by Pedro Brício and musical direction by Danilo Timm. In the show, when performing songs known to the general public, the actors convey various sensations that permeate love.
Award-winning Lyle Kessler's Dark Comedy ORPHANS (Orfaos) Opens in Sao Paulo
by Claudio Erlichman - June 03, 2024
Starring Lucas Drummond, Ernani Moraes and Rafael Queiroz and directed by Fernando Philbert, the play tells the story of 2 orphan brothers who kidnap a mysterious businessman and end up finding the father figure they always dreamed of. With an extensive international career, the 1983 text gave screenwriter Lyle Kessler prominence as a playwright.
by Claudio Erlichman - June 03, 2024
Starring Lucas Drummond, Ernani Moraes and Rafael Queiroz and directed by Fernando Philbert, the play tells the story of 2 orphan brothers who kidnap a mysterious businessman and end up finding the father figure they always dreamed of. With an extensive international career, the 1983 text gave screenwriter Lyle Kessler prominence as a playwright.
In Double Bill Theatro Sao Pedro presents Offenbach's THE SONG OF FORTUNIO and MESDAMES DE LA HALLE
by Claudio Erlichman - May 29, 2024
The Song of Fortunio and Mesdames de La Halle are part of the collection of satirical works by the German composer who became a reference in the creation of operettas. Recitals will be performed by the Opera Academy and the Youth Orchestra of Theatro Sao Pedro, with stage direction by Ines Bushatsky and musical direction by Andre Dos Santos.
by Claudio Erlichman - May 29, 2024
The Song of Fortunio and Mesdames de La Halle are part of the collection of satirical works by the German composer who became a reference in the creation of operettas. Recitals will be performed by the Opera Academy and the Youth Orchestra of Theatro Sao Pedro, with stage direction by Ines Bushatsky and musical direction by Andre Dos Santos.
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As Três Tentações de Jesus Cristo
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Graveola – Até Breve
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Diego Besou em Nem Que Eu Surte no Plantão
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Acredite, um Espírito Baixou em Mim
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