Sesc Santana presents A Cavaleira by Grupo Bota Fulô

A Cavaleira arrives at Sesc Santana on January 4, blending circus, theater and music in a narrative inspired by Don Quixote.

On January 4, 2026, Sesc Santana hosts the play A Cavaleira, by Grupo Bota Fulô. The show tells the story of Palafita and Massapê, circus artists who lose the place where they live and work after the circus grounds are sold to a large company. From this turning point, the characters embark on a journey to reclaim what was lost.

Inspired by Don Quixote, the play features a narrator who interacts with and influences the story through music. The dramaturgy is by Ricardo Martins and Vini Silveira, who also directs the production. The narrative unfolds in a non-linear structure guided by the narrator’s voice.

The performance draws on itinerant circus traditions and celebrates Latin American female clowns, paying tribute to the clown Jujuba (Julieta Hernández), whose artistic journey inspired the central character.

The Bota Fulô Group

Founded in 2020 by Bruna Alves and Jackson Gleizer, Grupo Bota Fulô focuses on research in narrative and popular theater, clown art, dramatic corporeal mime, and puppetry. The collective develops plays, workshops, storytelling sessions, and training activities. Other works include Ziraldo e Suas Histórias and Evolução dos Bichos, performed at festivals and cultural venues.

Credits

Director: Vini Silveira

Dramaturgy: Ricardo Martins and Vini Silveira

Cast: Bruna Alves, Jackson Gleizer and João Bastos

Original soundtrack and compositions: João Bastos

Vocal coach: Raissa Bueno

Movement coach: Bruna Alves

Lighting design: Camilla Puertas

Sound technician: Adriano Almeida

Costumes: Allan Ferc

Scenery and props: Jackson Gleizer and Flora Ainá

Stage objects: PalhAssada Ateliê

Photography: Igor Franco

Graphic design: Siro Honório

Production: Grupo Bota Fulô

Service

Date: January 4, 2026 (Sunday) at 12 p.m.

Age rating: All audiences (recommended for ages 4 and up)

Location: Entrance deck – 100 seats

Duration: 60 minutes

Admission: Free

Address: Av. Luiz Dumont Villares, 579 – Jd. São Paulo, São Paulo

Phone: (11) 2971-8700

Website: sescsp.org.br/Santana

Public transport: Jardim São Paulo-Ayrton Senna Metro Station (850m, Blue Line)

Accessibility: Facilities accessible to people with disabilities.

Parking: R$ 17 for the first hour, R$ 4 for each additional hour (discounts for members)

Bicycle rack: Free (security lock required, 19 spaces)

Social media: Facebook and Instagram @sescsantana

Photo: Igor Franco