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In a show that combines the extraordinary martial art of Capoeira with the music and dance of Carnival, and the jaw-dropping skills of Brazilian street football, Brazil! Brazil! showcases all of the power and the passion that is modern Brazil. Many of the performers have escaped the cycle of gangland warfare in the favelas of Salvador de Bahia. As the undeniable masters of Capoeira, they have been captivating audiences around the world. Their bodies defy what is humanly possible as they leap, flip, kick and spin at breathtaking speed. Joining them on stage are the singers, dancers and percussionists of Rhythm Carnival who hail from the favela of Candeal, which famously saved its young people from a life of violence by encouraging them to trade their weapons for musical instruments. Members of Rhythm Carnival have performed with Santana, The Fugees, Ricky Martin, Sergio Mendes and The Black Eyed Peas. The final element celebrates the world's favourite game, played by the world's favourite team - football. With press night falling on the day of Brazil's first World Cup game, which will be screened at the venue after the show, the performers incredible football skills are sure to capture the football fever that will sweep through London this summer. Body-bending acrobatics and killer moves mixed with sizzling, infectious music, Brazil! Brazil! is sure to leave audiences in London breathless. Running time 70mins (no interval)

Creatives/Company

Corporate Sponsor: HSBC
Producer(s): Underbelly, Southbank Centre

Brazil! Brazil!

Brazil! Brazil! (Dance or ballet) production archive for QTIX code T1331937066. Details of all Brazil! Brazil! archived productions can be found under the QTIX code: S01074956691

Archive Listings

11 Jun 10
  to
18 Jul 10
The Southbank
Inner London, Greater London
Performance Details => Venue archive

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