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
