Intellectual Events & Talks in São Paulo

Sendo

2026-04-07T00:00:00

Mendes Wood DM Barra Funda

Art

Sendo is a contemporary art exhibition at Mendes Wood DM Barra Funda, presenting works by Lygia Pape. Housed in a cutting-edge São Paulo gallery, the show revisits Brazilian modernism through installation and conceptual pieces that invite careful looking and dialogue.

Uma folha translúcida no lugar dos olhos

2026-04-07T00:00:00

Mendes Wood DM Barra Funda

Art

Daniel Steegmann Mangrané presents a new exhibition at Mendes Wood DM Barra Funda in São Paulo, exploring perception, nature, and materiality through site-specific works. The show titled Uma folha translúcida no lugar dos olhos invites viewers to rethink vision in a contemporary gallery setting.

Sessão de Autógrafos do livro "Gestão Humanista e Humanizada"

2026-04-07T18:30:00

Livraria Martins Fontes Paulista

Literature

A free book-signing event for Gestão Humanista e Humanizada with author Nei Calderon at Livraria Martins Fontes Paulista on Avenida Paulista. Join from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM for a signing session and conversation about human-centered management.

CINE MEMÓRIA - FILME ALÉM DO CONCRETO

2026-04-07T19:00:00

Film

The Municipal Historical Archive presents a screening of the short documentary Além do Concreto by Rodrigo Medrado, profiling cultural masters from Guarulhos and storytellers from across Brazil. This intimate film weaves regional voices into a vivid portrait of grassroots culture through documentary cinema.

Sessão de Autógrafos do livro "Eu & Elas - Histórias Maternas"

2026-04-07T19:00:00

Livraria Martins Fontes Paulista

Literature

On 07/04/2026 at 19:00, Cecília Malan signs copies of 'Eu & Elas - Histórias Maternas' at Livraria Martins Fontes Paulista on Avenida Paulista (Piso Auditório). A free book-signing session inviting readers to meet the author and celebrate maternal stories in a landmark São Paulo bookstore.

Hamilton de Holanda e Gonzalo Rubalcaba

2026-04-07T20:00:00

Cultura Artística - Pequeno Auditório

Music

Two jazz luminaries, Hamilton de Holanda (guitar) and Gonzalo Rubalcaba (piano), perform at Cultura Artística's Grande Auditório in São Paulo as part of Temporada 2026 – Série Amarela. An intimate, expressive concert blending Brazilian choro with modern jazz on a grand stage.

Caso Bizarro: Ao Vivo no Teatro

2026-04-07T20:00:00

Teatro Sabesp Frei Caneca

Theater

Caso Bizarro hits the stage for a live theater edition of the popular podcast, created and hosted by Mabê Bonafé. The show blends storytelling, humor, and audience interaction as Mabê and guests recount supernatural cases, recreating the podcast’s vibe on stage at Teatro Sabesp Frei Caneca in São Paulo.

Meetup Online:Como lucrar com sua empresa antes mesmo de ter que investir nela.

2026-04-07T22:00:00

Conference

An online meetup from São Paulo that shows how to monetize your company or idea before investing capital. Learn bootstrapping tactics, revenue models, and practical steps to capitalize early, with real-world examples and Q&A.

Antiquariato Exhibition by Círculo dos Antiquários do Brasil, São Paulo

2026-04-08T00:00:00

Art

The Círculo dos Antiquários do Brasil hosts its third edition of an antiquariato show at the Renaissance Hotel in São Paulo, gathering dozens of antique dealers and over 1,000 historically significant items for collectors and enthusiasts.

Prática de Orquestra (Orquestra Sinfônica Lyra Mojimiriana)

2026-04-08T00:00:00

Music

Lyra Mojimiriana Symphony Orchestra conducts a focused rehearsal in São Paulo, honing ensemble techniques, instrument handling, and music theory while developing its orchestral repertoire. Expect attentive guidance and practical drills for players.

Olhares negros e a gravura moderna no século 20

2026-04-08T00:00:00

Art

This course surveys Brazilian art in the 20th century, focusing on modern engraving and racial themes. It highlights artists such as Octávio Araújo, Manuel Messias, Maria Lídia Magliani, and Emanoel Araújo, tracing the evolution of printmaking and its social context in Brazil.

Cartografias da Baixada Santista

2026-04-08T00:00:00

Literature

Based on a passage from Jacques Le Goff’s História e Memória, this reading-focused cultural gathering in São Paulo invites participants to share memories about places, people, or events that shape the Baixada Santista’s cultural geography. A thoughtful, memory-driven discussion that blends literature with personal storytelling.

Curiosidades do Museu e Auditório

2026-04-08T00:00:00

Art

Weekly behind-the-scenes look at museums and auditoriums in São Paulo, uncovering curiosities about spaces and programs across visual arts, music, and the environment. The session highlights Felícia Leirner's bronze, granite, and cement sculptures and offers a window into Brazil's vibrant cultural spaces.

Encontro de Leitores: Os Favoritos da Bibliotech

2026-04-08T00:00:00

Literature

To celebrate National Library Day, join a readers’ meetup in São Paulo to discuss the importance of reading spaces, welcoming places that spark imagination and bring people closer to stories. Libraries are more than shelves; they’re spaces for gathering, exchange, and discovery.

Espetáculo Carvão: Narrativas do Amor Negro

2026-04-08T00:00:00

Theater

Espetáculo Carvão by Cia Sansacroma in São Paulo investigates love as political memory and resistance. Through coal as a burning symbol and water as healing flow, the choreographic piece builds a territory of affect, memory, and social commentary in a gripping dance-theatre performance.

Encontro pela Socioeducação

2026-04-08T00:00:00

Conference

In São Paulo, this partner event gathers professionals from diverse fields to discuss health, food security, education, and culture, interlinking these themes as essential to development and well-being. Part of Encontro a Favor da Socioeducação, it fosters interdisciplinary dialogue and practical insights in a collaborative setting at Casa de Isabel.

Curso "Ateliê de cerâmica: modelagem manual"

2026-04-08T00:00:00

Workshop

Ceramics workshop in São Paulo focused on manual clay modeling and traditional techniques, guiding students from clay prep to firing. This educational course blends traditional methods with contemporary practices to develop hand-building skills in a studio setting.

Clube do Livro - Cyrano de Bergerac

2026-04-08T00:00:00

Literature

Join the Abril Reading Club to discuss Cyrano de Bergerac by Edmond Rostand at Biblioteca Municipal Orígenes Lessa in São Paulo. A lively literary gathering where book lovers share impressions in a welcoming library setting.

Dança e Política: relações entre a luta antifascista e a origem da dança moderna

2026-04-08T09:00:00

FAPESP

Lecture

An in-depth lecture at FAPESP tracing how antifascist struggles helped shape the origins of modern dance. The talk links political movements to choreographic development, offering historical analysis of dance as a site of social struggle in early modernity.

Ciência no Cinema: O Caravaggio Perdido

2026-04-08T09:00:00

FAPESP

Lecture

Join a science-focused cinema lecture at FAPESP exploring the film 'O Caravaggio Perdido'. The talk blends art history and scientific analysis to reveal how cinema investigates the mystery of a lost Caravaggio, with insights into filmmaking, perception, and preservation.

Modelo T4: Mudança comportamental baseada em evidências

2026-04-08T12:30:00

Online event

Community

Online meetup featuring James Elfer, founder of Morethannow, presenting the evidence-based T4 behavioral-change model. Learn how this framework guides change across corporate and academic partners, with insights linked to a Harvard Business Review article.

Memória e Democracia

2026-04-08T14:30:00

FAPESP

Lecture

A FAPESP science lecture exploring how collective memory shapes democratic institutions and public memory. Scholars discuss memory politics, historiography, and the role of science in safeguarding democratic processes.

AC JAZZ SPECIAL QUARTET – TRILOGIA COREA, PIAZZOLLA, GISMONTI

2026-04-08T20:00:00

Blue Note Sao Paulo

Music

Join AC Jazz Special Quartet at Blue Note São Paulo for a night of sophisticated jazz, performing a Trilogy of Corea, Piazzolla, and Gismonti. Expect precise improvisations, lush melodies, and dynamic ensemble work in a renowned intimate club setting.

SP-Arte

2026-04-08T20:00:00

Pavilhão da Bienal

Art

SP-Arte, Brazil's premier art and design fair, returns for its 22nd edition at Pavilhão da Bienal in São Paulo. Featuring about 180 exhibitors including galleries, design studios, museums, and publishers, it showcases contemporary trends and brings together curators, collectors, and researchers for a high-profile industry encounter.

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