Claudia Raia tackles hot flashes in Cenas da Menopausa, the hit that drew 160K in 2025, back in Rio for 11 days at João Caetano.
Humor Sparks Vital Debate
This musical comedy returns after triumphs in Portugal and Brazilian cities. In Lisbon, it packed 80K into Tivoli BBVA over six weeks.
Brazil saw 80K fans in São Paulo, Curitiba and beyond. Portugal’s 2026 run already boasts 40K tickets sold.
Playfully tracing “ovarian grief stages” from shock to acceptance. Raia stars as Teresa, hitting menopause at 49.
The audience has embraced Cenas da Menopausa warmly, highlighting the need to discuss women’s life stages and maturity challenges. We’ve seen many men in the crowd too, broadening the conversation. Women report feeling more supported by partners and kids; one therapist even started a menopause support group post-show. Art is sparking beautiful changes through humor, lightness, and courage on lingering taboos.
Claudia Raia celebrates its real-world ripple effects.
Parody Hits Steal the Show
Anna Toledo pens script and tweaks 80s/90s anthems like Total Eclipse of the Heart and I Will Survive. Jarbas directs and plays diverse roles.
“Laughter unlocks silence on this topic,” says the writer. 90-minute runtime, 14+ rating.
SHOW INFO – Cenas da Menopausa
Venue: Teatro João Caetano (Praça Tiradentes, s/n – Rio Center).
April 2-12:
4/2 (Thu), 7pm; 4/3 (Fri), 7pm; 4/4 (Sat), 6pm; 4/5 (Sun), 5pm.
4/8 (Wed), 7pm; 4/9 (Thu), 7pm; 4/10 (Fri), 7pm; 4/11 (Sat), 6pm; 4/12 (Sun), 5pm.
Tickets: Orchestra R$200; Noble Balcony R$150; Simple Balcony R$100 (half-price from R$50). Buy at funarj.eleventickets.com or box office.
Photo: Renam Christofoletti.
