Baila Brazil - T01814166076Join the acclaimed dancers and percussionists of Bal? de Rua on a musical journey. After departing from the streets of their favelas, they conquered the most prestigious theatres around the world. Now the performers of Bale de Rua have decided to invite their talented friends - B-Boys, sambistas, capoeiristas, musicians and singers - on a thrilling journey into the heart of their African and urban roots. Since it was discovered at the Biennale de la Danse of Lyon in 2002, Bal? de Rua has brought the exuberance and energy of Brazil to more than 500,000 people in 13 different countries. No one can resist the urge to sing and dance along with Bal? de Rua.Director Marco Antonio Garcia. Choreographer Marco Antonio Garcia. Design Marco Antonio Garcia. Lighting Nicolas Simonin. Lighting Yoann Pelletier. Musical Director Pedro Ferreira. Performer Alysson Aparecido dos Santos. Performer Augusto Cesar Silveira Cruz. Performer Denner Moreira Rodrigues. Performer Emersom De Jesus Moura. Performer Jardel Santos Silva. Performer Jhonata Gomes Machado. | |
| 5 Aug 15 to 15 Aug 15 | Southbank Centre, West End :: V423 listing details L1326743983 |
T01361238770As colourful as the streets from which they hail, the cast of 15 dancers and two vocalists deliver a joyful celebration of life, love and the Brazilian way. Choreographed by Marco Antônio Garcia, a self-taught dancer, in collaboration with the French director Paul Desveaux, Balé de Rua (which literally translates as 'street ballet') traces the country's history from its African roots to contemporary Brazil. A lively backdrop of percussion sets the scene for this sun-soaked spectacular - exhilarating rhythms and breathtaking body movements ensure this dynamic and engaging show will have you on your feet, dancing in the aisles!Choreographer Marco Antonio Garcia. Design Marco Antonio Garcia. Costume Marco Antonio Garcia. Music Vincent Artaud. Music Pedro Ferreira. Music Nana Vasconcelos. Music Cia de Danca Bale de Rua. Performer Alexandre Bento da Silva. Performer Alysson Aparecido dos Santos. Performer Denner Moreira Rodrigues. Performer Diorge Marion dos Santos. Performer Guilhaerme Nascimento de Souza. Performer Jardel Santos Silva. Performer Jhonata Gomes Machado. Performer Jivago Afonso Silva. Performer Jose Marciel Silva. Performer Julio Cesar Ferreira. Performer Morcos Paulo Bertoldo. Performer Paulo Augusto Carmo dos Santos. Performer Paulo Edson Cardoso da Silva. Performer Sandra Mara Silva Gabriel. Performer Wisney Gomes Mendonca. | |
| 2 Nov 10 to 20 Nov 10 | Peacock Theatre, West End :: V222 listing details L667969121 |
T90100413Following sell-out performances at the 2008 Edinburgh Fringe Festival, the Barbican brings Balé de Rua’s thrilling show to London. This Brazilian dance and music spectacular features an exhilarating blend of capoeira, hip hop and Afro-Brazilian percussion. 15 dancers trace the country’s history from its African roots to contemporary Brazil in a life-affirming performance that will have audiences on their feet.Choreographer Marco Antonio Garcia. Costume Marco Antonio Garcia. Design Marco Antonio Garcia. Other Paul Desveaux (artistic collaboration). Lighting Nicholas Simonin. Music Vincent Artaud. Music Pedro Ferreira. Music Nana Vasconcelos. Music Bale de Rua. | |
| 21 May 09 to 31 May 09 | Barbican Centre, West End :: V371 listing details L1105801004 |
T1621154947Direct from a triumphant sell-out Paris season, Bale de Rua arrives at the Fringe for its UK premiere - an incredible spectacle of Brazilian dance and percussion. Inspired by the favelas (Brazilian shanty towns) and featuring an exhilarating blend of Capoiera, samba, hip hop and street music, this ballet will have you dancing in the aisles. | |
| 31 Jul 08 to 25 Aug 08 | Assembly Rooms, Edinburgh :: V01847651945 listing details L0451897459 |
