The Candlelight São Paulo concert series is lighting up the city’s most iconic places. São Paulo audiences are invited to sit back and relax in an intimate atmosphere, while enjoying the talents of great musicians. From classic renditions of Aretha Franklin ‘s hits to Coldplay‘s greatest hits, there’s something for everyone.
Candlelight Concerts are known for taking place in unique and charming venues, and SP is no different. The Teatro Villa Lobos, Unibes Cultural, the Theatro São Pedro and the MASP Auditorium are just some of the impressive venues hosting performances this season.
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- Sé Cathedral: neo-Gothic architecture below ground
- Unibes Cultural: bold design that conquers
- São Bento Monastery: over 400 years of history
- Theatro São Pedro: a century-old heritage-listed house
- MASP Auditorium: excellent acoustics and central location
- Teatro Villa Lobos: an important center for the performing arts
Sé Cathedral: neo-Gothic architecture below ground
Under the imposing vault of the Sé Cathedral, the tributes of the Candlelight concerts come to life and the notes take on a touch of divinity. Between Gothic arches and stained-glass windows that filter the outside light, the thousands of candles line up like earthly constellations, revealing sacred shadows that dance to the sound of the strings. Each chord resounds like an ancient chant, inviting the spirit to immerse itself in the pure beauty of illuminated music.
Unibes Cultural: bold design that conquers
Amid the charm of Oscar Freire Street, Unibes Cultural stands as a haven for art in all its forms. Between film screenings, plays and inspiring exhibitions, it has now opened its doors to welcome the magic of Candlelight concerts. Under the flickering light of candles, each performance becomes a unique sensory experience in the heart of São Paulo.
São Bento Monastery: over 400 years of history
One of São Paulo’s oldest temples, the Monastery of São Bento, which took more than two centuries to take on its current form, becomes even more enchanting when it hosts Candlelight concerts. Under the soft light of thousands of candles, the grandeur of the architecture and the magic of classical music create a unique and unforgettable atmosphere.
Theatro São Pedro: a century-old heritage-listed house
On the centenary stage of the Theatro São Pedro, Candlelight concerts transform crimson curtains into a veil of mystery and light. Underneath the neoclassical splendor and art nouveau touches, the thousands of candles highlight the golden reflections of the historic ornaments. And each chord floats through the air in a gentle dance of shadow and glow, and the audience, surrendered to the spectacle, lives an experience where past and present meet in perfect harmony.
MASP Auditorium: excellent acoustics and central location
On São Paulo’s emblematic Avenida Paulista, between steel pillars and transparent walls, the MASP Auditorium receives the soft candlelight of Candlelight concerts. Amid Lina Bo Bardi‘s bold architecture, music flourishes like a secret garden, revealing the most intimate face of São Paulo.
Teatro Villa Lobos: an important center for the performing arts
At night, São Paulo dresses up in enchantment and the stage of the Teatro Villa-Lobos hosts the thousands of candles of the Candlelight concerts. Inaugurated in 1979 and with a capacity for 463 spectators, the theater stands out for its modern architecture and its façade with concrete arcades, lined internally with marble and granite.
With thousands of candles and accompanied by talented musicians, the Candlelight concert illuminates one of the most architecturally significant cities in the world. The magic of the concerts intertwines with São Paulo’s unique architecture, creating an irresistible atmosphere that spreads like a warm glow throughout the city.
But if you’re still in doubt as to whether this show is for you, we invite you to discover some of the reasons why you should experience the magic of this unique moment.