Pablo Lobato – Profanações
Brazilian artist Pablo Lobato presents Profanações at Instituto Tomie Ohtake, opening May 24, 2026, a contemporary art exhibition with bold visuals and provocative imagery. Housed in São Paulo's renowned indoor gallery, the show invites visitors to see everyday scenes through Lobato's distinctive lens.
Allan Weber – Existe uma vida inteira que tu não conhece
Solo exhibition by Allan Weber at Instituto Tomie Ohtake in São Paulo, presenting contemporary works that probe perception and identity. Set in the sleek, iconic gallery space, the show offers an immersive experience that invites reflection on how we know ourselves and others.
Créditos
Explore Oportunidades de Trabalho, Licitações e Contratações, and how to obtain a Credencial Sesc, including a Credencial Plena. The page also highlights Atividades dos Centros de Música do Sesc São Paulo and Cursos, offering a gateway to Sesc’s training and music-center offerings.
AUTO DO BUMBA-MEU-BOI
An immersive theater piece exploring the Brazilian Bumba-Meu-Boi tradition, emphasizing its music, instrumentation, staging, and costumes. Performed at Sesc 24 de Maio, entry is free, with a 90-minute runtime. A culturally rich, family-friendly showcase highlighting Brazilian folklore.
HEROÍNAS NA HISTÓRIA
A theatrical tribute to Brazil's historical heroines: Maria Quitéria, Maria Felipa, Aracy de Carvalho, and Margarida Maria Alves. This intimate stage piece at Sesc 24 de Maio’s Varanda da Convivência blends history and performance to celebrate courageous women who shaped Brazilian history and labor movements.
A CRUZADA DOS CORAÇÕES PUROS (OU QUEM INVENTOU A GUERRA?)
Brecht-inspired children's theatre about a group of kids on a quest to find the author of The World History, confronting wars and humanity. A 60-minute performance by Cia. Variante at Sesc 24 de Maio, Varanda da Convivência (3rd floor), free and suitable for families.
CABARÉ?
CABARÉ? fuses dance, theatre and contemporary circus to reinvent classic cabarets. Instead of a traditional host, entracts are performed by the artists at the entrances and exits. At Sesc 24 de Maio in São Paulo, shows run Saturdays and Sundays at 16:00 for 60 minutes, free of charge.
CHORINHO DE UMA RODA SÓ
A poetic solo theatre piece about balance and resilience, Chorinho de uma roda só transforms a seemingly impossible life on a single wheel into a hopeful journey. Created, performed and directed by Rafael de Barros, the 60-minute show is free at Sesc 24 de Maio’s Área de Convivência in São Paulo on May 24, 2026, 4:00 PM.
BATUTAS DE QUINTAL
BATUTAS DE QUINTAL is a scene intervention blending puppetry, dance and live choro music drawn from urban Brazilian life. Directed by Mônica Augusto and Ivan Bernardelli, this 90-minute theater piece at Sesc 24 de Maio's Subsolo features puppets, movement and live sound for an intimate, family-friendly performance.
CONFORTO
CONFORTO is a stage drama at Sesc 24 de Maio in São Paulo, where a nanny, a cleaner, and a paquita explore what 'comfort' means. With dramaturgy, cast and direction by Ana Flavia Cavalcanti, the 80-minute piece invites audiences 12 years and up to reflect on everyday comfort through intimate vignettes and sharp theatre.
Simpósio Virtual Zebrafish Brasil
Simpósio Virtual Zebrafish Brasil, hosted by FAPESP, is a virtual lecture series exploring zebrafish biology, genetics, and model-organism research. The online event gathers Brazilian researchers for talks and discussions highlighting insights from developmental biology and neuroscience.
Fórum Moove On
Fórum Moove On brings leaders and organizations together for a forward-looking conference focused on sustainable business, human-centered decision-making, and responsible AI. Hosted at Expo Center Norte, the forum seeks conscious leadership and ethical innovation through talks and networking.
Academia de Ópera | A Escada de Seda (La Scala di Seta)
The Opera Academy and the Youth Orchestra of Theatro São Pedro present Gioachino Rossini's La Scala di Seta in São Paulo. Under musical director Gabriel Rhein-Schirato and stage director João Malatian, this opera features an open dress rehearsal on May 26 at 7pm at Theatro São Pedro.
Feira EBS
A two-day trade fair and exhibition in São Paulo at the Centro de Convenções Rebouças. Feira EBS runs May 27–28, 2026, featuring a conference element and industry-focused expo.
Quarteto de Cordas – Diálogos: Mozart, Haydn e Bingen
A string quartet performs Diálogos: Mozart, Haydn e Bingen at Praça das Artes, pairing iconic Mozart and Haydn works with music associated with Hildegard von Bingen in a refined, intimate classical program.
Santos Bravos Sesión Dual
A dual screening night at Cine Joia in São Paulo featuring Santos Bravos in a double feature. The intimate, stylish cinema setting invites film lovers to enjoy back-to-back screenings and celebrate contemporary Brazilian cinema.
Trio Amadeus
Trio Amadeus performs 'Jornada Épica do Clássico ao Rock' at BTG Pactual Hall, blending classical finesse with bold crossover arrangements. Fábio Amadeus (7-string guitar and voice), Rafael Marcenes (violin), and Marcelle Chagas (harp and voice) explore Mozart, medieval melodies, and rock-inspired textures.
Intolleranza 1960 — Luigi Nono Opera
Staging of Luigi Nono's Intolleranza 1960 at Theatro Municipal de São Paulo. This historic avant-garde opera, rooted in politics and experimental sound, is brought to a grand urban venue in an immersive indoor setting. A must-see for enthusiasts of modern classical theatre and 20th-century opera.
Ciclo Trânsitos|Circulations: Ciência, Tecnologia e Inovação, com Silvia Figueirôa
Webinar exploring the history of Brazil–France science, technology and innovation from 1880 to 1990, led by Silvia Figueirôa. Organized by IEA-USP, the session examines transnational research links and their impact on innovation policy.
Municipal Circula – Quarteto de Cordas da Cidade
Join Municipal Circula, a free recital by the Quarteto de Cordas da Cidade at Theatro Municipal de São Paulo. Enjoy lush string harmonies in a grand, historic venue—an intimate evening of classical chamber music in the heart of São Paulo.
Matinal at Sala São Paulo
Join a free matinal classical concert at Theatro Municipal de São Paulo. This morning recital showcases a refined program in the city’s iconic venue, offering accessible live music to start the day with elegance and culture.
A Feira do Livro SP 2026
A free outdoor book fair in São Paulo, A Feira do Livro SP 2026 runs May 30–June 7 at Praça Charles Miller in Pacaembu. Organized by Associação Quatro Cinco Um and Maré Produções, the event features book stalls, readings, and family-friendly activities that celebrate literature.
Ruy Ohtake – Percursos do habitar
The Instituto Tomie Ohtake hosts Ruy Ohtake – Percursos do habitar, an exhibition surveying the architect’s habitar-inspired works and bold forms. Set in the São Paulo venue known for contemporary architecture, the show traces Ohtake’s design journey and his impact on Brazilian architecture.
ArPa Feira de Arte
ArPa Feira de Arte returns for its fifth edition in São Paulo, May 27–31, 2026 at Mercado Livre Arena Pacaembu. The multi-day art fair features a newly announced content committee and selection process, with ongoing UNI Sector curated by Ana Sokoloff, offering contemporary works in a dynamic arena setting.
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