That the Theatro Municipal do Rio de Janeiro is one of the most important in Brazil, you already know. But what if, upon entering the iconic building, you could take a trip back in time? That’s the idea behind ‘Theatro Municipal Conta Histórias’, a show that opens this Wednesday and runs until the end of January. Find out more!
Rio’s Municipal Theater is one of the most important concert halls in South America!
Rio de Janeiro’s Municipal Theater was inaugurated in 1909 and to this day is Brazil’s main concert hall. Not only that: it’s one of the most important in South America!
In addition to its beautiful façade, inspired by the Paris Opera House, the building has works by important artists inside and is a true architectural gem!
Theatrical tour takes you back in time to tell the stories of the Municipal Theatre
To learn more about the curiosities and stories of this Carioca icon in a playful way, the Municipal Theater is offering something new this month.
Lasting an hour and a half, a group of actors, dressed in period costumes, circulate through the temple of dance, mixing different languages of theater and music, to tell the story of the space.
The script is written by writer and cultural producer Daniela Chindler, based on historical research by Luciene Carris and directed by Augusto Pessoa.
The idea is not only to introduce the Municipal Theater to the public. It’s also to make a connection with the history of the city itself, such as the inauguration of Avenida Central (now Rio Branco), full of jambeiros and brazilwood.
On stage, the actors/singers take turns, punctuating with amusing, curious and poetic stories. The theatrical tour includes the audience, balconies and dressing rooms of the theater, as well as the Assyrius Hall, sharing the history of the building, the productions and the people who have passed through it.
Arthur Azevedo, Chiquinha Gonzaga, Isadora Duncan, João do Rio, Abdias do Nascimento and Fernanda Montenegro are just some of the characters who lend passages from their lives to the script!
Find out how to take part in the ‘Theatro Municipal Conta Histórias’ show
The show ‘Theatro Municipal Conta Histórias’ starts on January 14, with sessions on Wednesdays at 4pm and Fridays at 11am. On Saturday 17th, there will also be a performance at 11am .
Tickets start at R$10 (half-price) and can be purchased on the official website. on the official website.
Theatro Municipal Tells Stories
📅From January 14 to 30 | Wednesdays, at 4pm | Fridays and Saturday (17/01), at 11am
📌Praça Floriano, S/N – Centro
💵From R$10, (half-price)