Located on Avenida Paulista, the iconic Museu de Arte de São Paulo Assis Chateaubriand, or MASP, is one of Brazil’s most important cultural landmarks. Beneath the iconic building is 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 relevant stages for those seeking quality artistic experiences.
This season, the Candlelight São Paulo concerts transform the MASP Auditorium into an intimate and engaging setting, lit 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 little bit of MASP history
Designed by Italian-Brazilian architect Lina Bo Bardi, MASP is one of the greatest symbols of modernist architecture in the world. Opened in 1968, the suspended building revolutionized the urban landscape of São Paulo and the way art is exhibited.
The MASP Auditorium, located in the basement of the museum, has an intimate atmosphere and a capacity for approximately 374 people, making it ideal for performances that favor proximity between artists and the audience.
In recent years, the space has established itself as a venue for classical music concerts, in addition to hosting innovative projects and cultural events of different languages.
What to do at the MASP Auditorium
The MASP Auditorium’s event calendar features a variety of events, including classical music concerts, plays, dance festivals, and musical performances such as the enchanting Candlelight concerts.
The space also hosts important events such as the São Paulo Dance Week, which brings together renowned companies in free performances, and concerts by the Modern Orchestra, a project that promotes the inclusion of deaf young people in the musical universe.
All of this makes the auditorium a true cultural meeting place, not only for music lovers, but for anyone seeking learning, exchange of ideas, and transformative artistic experiences.
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How to get to MASP
Easily accessible by public transportation, close to the Trianon-MASP station on the Green Line of the subway, there are also numerous private parking lots in the vicinity and Blue Zone parking spaces on the surrounding streets.
When to visit?
The MASP Auditorium is usually accessible during events and presentations.
Admission to the museum is free every Tuesday, and also on Fridays from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. But be careful not to miss your trip, as MASP is closed on Mondays.
Accessibility and Inclusion?
The complex is wheelchair accessible, offering various facilities to ensure an inclusive visit. The museum has a collection of replicas of famous works in relief that can be touched, providing a special and accessible experience for people with visual impairments.
Did you know?
The museum houses more than 10,000 works, including pieces by renowned artists such as Van Gogh, Renoir, Monet, Picasso, as well as great Brazilian names such as Cândido Portinari and Tarsila do Amaral.
The works are not arranged in chronological or hierarchical order; classical and contemporary artists are exhibited side by side, encouraging free and thought-provoking reflection on art. So, did you know all this information?
Candlelight Concert at the MASP Auditorium in São Paulo
Cultural spaces near MASP
The area around Paulista Avenue is one of the most vibrant cultural hubs in São Paulo, with 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, and the famous rose garden for moments of contemplation.
Itaú Cultural: Itaú Cultural promotes Brazilian art and culture with exhibitions, concerts, dance, theater, and courses, many of which are free, connecting the public to artistic diversity in an accessible and inspiring way.