Skip the street parties: CCBB SP unleashes 500+ works by Joaquín Torres García, anticolonial African cinema and free Maranhão theater for a cultural Carnival escape.
Exhibits Honoring Resistance and Legacy
CORpo MANIFESTO marks 25 years of Santa Catarina artist Sergio Adriano H.’s poetic resistance. On view until February 9.
In the historic building, Joaquín Torres García – 150 anos showcases over 500 items from the Uruguayan master, unveiling hidden facets. Talks and lectures run all month.
A poetic force reflecting Brazil and beyond.
Cinema from Queer Icons to Africa
Until February 12, Todd Haynes retrospective spotlights the New Queer Cinema pioneer. From the 21st, Sarah Maldoror’s Anticolonial Cinema delivers Brazil’s biggest tribute to the African independence filmmaker.
Maranhão Theater Takes Over
Starting February 26, Ocupação Maranhense: 20 Years of Pequena Companhia de Teatro features four shows, workshop, and exhibit—all free.
Kids’ Programs at CCBB Educativo
Educational tours, playful afternoons, readings, music, and instrument-making workshops like castanets and shakers tie into current exhibits.
Open Through Carnival
Saturday (14th), Sunday (15th), Monday (16th): 9am-8pm. Closed Tuesday (17th). Reopens Ash Wednesday (18th), 12pm-8pm.
Address: Rua Álvares Penteado, 112 – Historic Center – SP. Tickets at bb.com.br/cultura or box office. Daily 9am-8pm, except Tuesdays. Contact: (11) 4297-0600 | ccbbsp@bb.com.br.
Partner parking: Rua da Consolação, 228 (R$14 for 6h, validate at box office). Free shuttle 12pm-9pm. Free van to metrô República.
Public transit: 5-min walk from São Bento station. Taxi/app: Drop at Praça do Patriarca (200m walk). Accessibility: Side ramp left of main entrance.
Photo: Press Release
