On Paulista Avenue, one of São Paulo’s most iconic locations, there is a venue worth discovering: the MASP Auditorium. Located on the first basement level of the Lina Building, the venue hosts concerts, performances, and cultural events that reveal a different side of the iconic museum.
Among the experiences held there are the Candlelight São Paulo concerts, which transform the auditorium into an intimate setting, illuminated by thousands of candles. From tributes to pop and rock legends to classical music performances, these events invite the audience to rediscover their favorite songs in a new light.
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A Brief History of MASP
Designed by the Italian-Brazilian architect Lina Bo Bardi, the São Paulo Art Museum Assis Chateaubriand, known as MASP, is one of the great symbols of modernist architecture. Opened in 1968, the cantilevered building has become a landmark in the São Paulo skyline, with its iconic open space.
The MASP Auditorium, on the other hand, offers a more intimate atmosphere for cultural performances. With a capacity of approximately 374 people, according to available information, the space fosters a sense of closeness between artists and the audience.
What to Do at the MASP Auditorium
The cultural program at the MASP Auditorium includes a variety of artistic experiences, ranging from concerts and musical performances to dance shows and plays.
Among the highlights of the museum’s cultural calendar is São Paulo Dance Week, which brings together companies and artists for performances dedicated to dance. The auditorium has also hosted concerts and projects that introduce different audiences to the world of music.
Photo: Courtesy of São Paulo City Hall
How to get to the MASP Auditorium
📍Av. Paulista, 1578 – Bela Vista – 1st basement level of the Lina Building
🚇 Metro: Trianon-MASPstation on the Green Line
🚗 Private parking lots in the vicinity, as well as Blue Zone parking spaces on the surrounding streets
Accessibility and Inclusion?
The complex is wheelchair accessible and offers various amenities to ensure an inclusive visit. The museum, meanwhile, features a collection of tactile replicas of famous works of art that can be touched, providing a special and accessible experience for people with visual impairments.
Candlelight Concert at the MASP Auditorium in São Paulo
Cultural venues near MASP
The area around Paulista Avenue is one of São Paulo’s most vibrant cultural hubs, offering artistic and cultural experiences for all tastes.
Casa das Rosas: Located at 37 Paulista Avenue, Casa das Rosas is a historic mansion that houses a museum dedicated to poetry and literature, as well as the famous rose garden, perfect for moments of contemplation.
Itaú Cultural: Itaú Cultural promotes Brazilian art and culture through exhibitions, concerts, dance, theater, and courses—many of which are free—connecting the public to artistic diversity in an accessible and inspiring way.
