Located on Avenida Paulista, the iconic Assis Chateaubriand Museum of Art of São Paulo(MASP) is one of Brazil’s most important cultural landmarks and houses, in the basement of this iconic building, a space that deserves special attention: the MASP Auditorium.
Versatile and welcoming, the auditorium hosts a diverse cultural program throughout the year, including musical concerts, lectures, cultural gatherings, festivals, and dance performances, establishing itself as one of the city’s most important venues for those seeking high-quality artistic experiences.
This season, the Candlelight São Paulo concerts transform the MASP Auditorium into an intimate and immersive setting, illuminated by thousands of candles. A unique sensory experience that celebrates everything from the great masters of classical music to tributes to icons of pop, rock, and contemporary music.
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A Brief History of MASP
Designed by the Italian-Brazilian architect Lina Bo Bardi, MASP is one of the greatest symbols of modernist architecture in the world. Opened in 1968, the cantilevered building revolutionized São Paulo’s urban landscape and the way art is exhibited.
The MASP Auditorium, located in the museum’s basement, offers an intimate setting with a capacity of approximately 374 people, making it ideal for performances that emphasize closeness between artists and the audience.
What to Do at the MASP Auditorium
The MASP Auditorium’s event calendar features a variety of events, including classical music concerts, theater plays, dance festivals, and musical performances such as the enchanting Candlelight concerts.
The venue also hosts major events such as São Paulo Dance Week, which brings together renowned companies for free performances, and concerts by the Orquestra Moderna, a project that promotes the inclusion of deaf youth in the world of music.
All of this makes the auditorium a true cultural hub, not only for music lovers but also for those seeking learning opportunities, the exchange of ideas, and transformative artistic experiences.
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 visitors can touch, 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 Avenida Paulista, 37, 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.
