A new month begins, and the cultural programming of
São Paulo renews itself with options for all tastes! In February, highlights include the exhibitions
"Flávio Cerqueira - A Sculptor of Meanings" at the CCBB, and
"Dan Lie: Letting Go" at the Pinacoteca. Cinema also gains strength with the premieres of the
2025 Oscar-nominated films, while theater shines with performances starring
big names like Antonio Fagundes, Christiane Torloni, Débora Falabella, and Maria Fernanda Cândido. Next, check out our selection of
13 programs to enjoy the month of February with plenty of culture in the capital of São Paulo!
Dan Lie: deixar ir - Pinacoteca (Levi Fanan/CASACOR)
Exhibitions
Dan Lie: Letting Go - Pinacoteca
Dan Lie presents the installation "Letting Go" in the Octagon of the Pinacoteca Luz, in dialogue with the monumental scale of the space. Using organic materials such as plants, bacteria, fungi, and decomposing matter, the work offers a sensory experience in constant transformation, with cycles of life and death perceptible at each visit. When: Until February 16, 2025
Where: Edifício Pina Luz (Praça da Luz, 2, Bom Retiro- São Paulo) "Flávio Cerqueira - a sculptor of meanings" - CCBB
Flávio Cerqueira celebrates 15 years of career with an unprecedented retrospective at the Centro Cultural Banco do Brasil São Paulo. His figurative bronze sculptures, which capture narrative moments and invite the public to complete the stories, are the focus of the exhibition. The show, which covers his entire trajectory, is curated by Lilia Schwarcz and brings together works by the artist present in important museums in Brazil and abroad. When: Until February 17, 2025 Where: Centro Cultural Banco do Brasil São Paulo (Rua Álvares Penteado, 112 - Historical Center, São Paulo)
Thomaz Farkas, TODOMUNDO - Instituto Moreira Salles
Thomaz Farkas, photographer, businessman, and filmmaker, left a
remarkable legacy on the Brazilian cultural scene. The exhibition "Thomaz Farkas, todomundo" at the Instituto Moreira Salles celebrates the
centenary of the artist with about 500 items, including photographs, films, and documents, exploring his inclusive and collaborative trajectory. Divided into axes, it highlights
documentary series such as Brasil Verdade and A Condição Brasileira, as well as films like Todomundo and Subterrâneos do Futebol, reflecting his
warm view of Brazil. The show recreates Farkas' collective spirit, evidenced in his artistic production, cultural encouragement, and the foundation of the
Galeria Fotoptica. When: Until March 9, 2025
Where: Instituto Moreira Salles (Av. Paulista, 2424- São Paulo) Avenida São João, corner with Líbero Badaró height of the Condominium of the Martinelli Building, towards the Anhangabaú Valley, São Paulo, SP, c.1947. (Thomaz Farkas/CASACOR)
Ney Matogrosso - MIS
The exhibition
"Ney Matogrosso", opening on February 21, presents a
chronological journey of the artist's career, from his debut with the group "Secos & Molhados" to his album "Naked with my music". Divided into
six areas, the exhibition includes costumes, props, documents, album covers, posters, and CDs, as well as excerpts from an interview with Ney and iconic photographs from various phases, featuring works by Madalena Schwartz, Thereza Eugênia, Ary Brandi, and Daryan Dornelles.
When: Starting from February 21
Where: MIS (Av. Europa, 158- Jardim Europa) Renata Lucas: Sunday in the park - Pinacoteca
In Sunday in the park, Renata Lucas radicalizes her work by intervening in the Pina Estação and its surroundings. On the facade, a sign displays "Tomorrow there is no fair", an excerpt from Gilberto Gil, visible only from the square. Already at Largo General Osório, a circle with a radius of 6.4 meters is cut out, simulating a counterclockwise turn that intertwines sidewalk and garden, evoking the Ferris wheel mentioned in the song.
When: Until April 6, 2025
Where: Edifício Pina Estação (Largo General Osório, 66, Santa Efigênia) Renata Lucas: domingo no parque - Pinacoteca (Beto Assem/CASACOR)
The life that reveals itself - Japan House
The exhibition "The life that reveals itself", held for the first time in Brazil, occupies the second floor of Japan House São Paulo, in collaboration with the KYOTOGRAPHIE International Photography Festival, one of the most important photography events since its creation in Kyoto in 2013. The show features four series of photographs by Rinko Kawauchi (1972) and Tokuko Ushioda (1940), which depict family moments and the intimacy of their homes in Japan. When: Until April 13, 2025
Where: Japan House (Av. Paulista, 52- São Paulo) The life that reveals itself - Japan House (Gabriela Portilho/CASACOR)
LGBTQIA+ Stories - MASP
The exhibition
LGBTQIA+ Stories at MASP reflects on the
global inequality faced by queer and trans people, contrasting advances in visibility with persistent repressions. Divided into
eight nuclei, it brings together works by artists and activists who explore identity, desire, and spirituality, also addressing the impact of the HIV/AIDS pandemic.
When: Until April 13, 2025
Where: MASP (Av. Paulista, 1578- São Paulo) Lektrik: A Festival of Lights - São Paulo Botanical Garden
The
Lektrik is an
immersive garden that features large-scale colorful sculptures, creating a vibrant and unique environment. The installation highlights the spirit of São Paulo through
illuminated works that transform the space into an engaging sensory experience.
When: Until April 13, 2025
Where: Av. Miguel Estefano, 3031 - Vila Água Funda Tickets here. Theater
Two of Us - TUCA Theater
Antonio Fagundes and Christiane Torloni share the stage for the first time in "Two of Us". The plot follows two couples from different generations who meet in a hotel room, where secrets and lies come to light. The unfolding of the story provokes a whirlwind of emotions, challenges, and twists, transforming everyone's life forever.
When: Until April 27, 2025
Where: TUCA Theater (Rua Monte Alegre, 1024 – Perdizes) Tickets here Dois De Nós - Teatro TUCA (Lucas Ramos/CASACOR)
Ballad Above the Abyss - Teatro-D-Jaraguá
The show
Ballad Above the Abyss, premiered in Paris in 2022, gets its first Brazilian version for the reopening of Teatro D-Jaraguá. The play starring
Maria Fernanda Cândido and directed by Gonzaga Pedrosa blends literature and music while exploring the universe of
Clarice Lispector. The staging, which maintains the intimate essence of the original, features pianist Sonia Rubinsky and celebrates the deep connection of the actress with the author's work.
When: Until February 9, 2025
Where: Teatro Teatro-D-Jaraguá (Rua Martins Fontes, 71, Center of São Paulo) Tickets here Balada Acima do Abismo - Teatro-D-Jaraguá (Divulgação/CASACOR)
Prima Facie - VIVO Theater
"Prima Facie", written by
Suzie Miller, premiered in 2022 and quickly became a global success, including Broadway and the West End.
Débora Falabella plays Tessa, a successful lawyer who faces a personal crisis, reflecting on the
judicial system and power relations. The play has sparked debates about women abuse, leading the author to participate in a UN assembly.
When: Until March 30, 2025
Where: VIVO Theater (
Avenida Doutor Chucri Zaidan, 2460 - Morumbi) Tickets here Prima Facie- Teatro VIVO (Annelize Tozetto/CASACOR)
Cinema
The Brutalist
With 10 nominations for the 2025 Oscar, the film
"The Brutalist", directed by
Brady Corbet, follows the journey of László Tóth, a Hungarian Jewish architect who, after surviving the Holocaust, emigrates to the United States in 1947 with his wife, Erzsébet. Determined to start over, he faces the challenges of rebuilding his life and career, until the arrival of an enigmatic client changes his fate.
Release: February 20, 2025, in theaters
Cena de "O Brutalista" (Divulgação/CASACOR)
A Complete Unknown
Nominated in
8 categories for the
2025 Oscar, "A Complete Unknown" is a biopic directed by James Mangold that follows Bob Dylan's rise in the New York music scene in the 1960s. Starring
Timothée Chalamet, the film also features Elle Fanning, Monica Barbaro, and Edward Norton.
Release: February 27, 2025, in theaters
Cena de "Um Completo Desconhecido" (Divulgação/CASACOR)
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