São Paulo is a city full of options for those with children or young family members. From amusement parks to interactive exhibits, there’s no shortage of things to do.
So, check out these children’s plays in São Paulo to take the kids to the theater and have a blast!
Harlequin, Servant of Two Masters
In celebration of its 35-year history, the Parlapatões theater group presents a vibrant, Brazilian-style reinterpretation of Carlo Goldoni’s classic, directed by and starring Hugo Possolo in the title role.
Drawing on the art of clowning, the circus, and live music, the production transforms the misadventures of a servant who goes to great lengths to serve two masters in search of food into a perceptive comedy that reflects critically—and with great lyricism—on hunger, survival, and the inequalities of contemporary Brazil.
♿ Accessible venue: Accessible to wheelchair users and people with limited mobility; special performances with audio description (Nov. 7) and Brazilian Sign Language (Nov. 8)
Noises
Free for children 12 and under
Drawing on the stories and dreamlike world of children ages 4 to 12 in São Paulo, the 28 Patas Furiosas theater group’s production transforms urban noises, fears, and fantastical figures into an immersive theatrical experience.
The plot follows the journey of a young girl named Rosa who, as she copes with the grief of losing her grandmother, encounters a mysterious girl in the world of dreams. Amid unique creatures—such as a talking jaguar and a head without a body—the audience is invited to explore, in a poetic and sensitive way, memories, affection, and a child’s imagination.
Galinha Pintadinha’s Top 10 in São Paulo
The country’s most beloved children’s character takes the stage in the capital for an afternoon full of music, color, and excitement with the show “Top 10 da Galinha Pintadinha.”
In a dynamic format that pays homage to classic radio and TV talk shows, the live performance brings together the famous Popó and her gang to sing the biggest hits that have captivated generations of young fans, guaranteeing interactive fun for the whole family.
João, Joãozinho, Joãozito
Inspired by Claudio Fragata’s book, this original musical—directed and adapted by Márcio Araújo—invites children and adults alike on an enchanting journey through the childhood of João Guimarães Rosa.
The production traces the early discoveries of the boy who would become one of the country’s greatest writers, revealing his fascination with books, animals, nature, and the stories he experienced in his hometown through songs, puppets, and masks.
♿ Accessible venue with Brazilian Sign Language interpretation and audio description
Planeta Pelúcia
This children’s show follows the journey of a curious little girl who, eager to grow up before her time, ventures into the adults’ messy little room.
As she confronts the peculiarities of this unfamiliar world and realizes that things aren’t quite as she imagined, she embarks on a playful journey back to her true self to rediscover the child she has never ceased to be. Accompanied by live music, puppets, and visual projections, the production offers a sensitive and entertaining reflection for the whole family to enjoy.
The Key to the Labyrinth
The production reinvents the classic myth of Theseus and the Minotaur by transporting it to the poetic atmosphere of a Brazilian sugarcane field, inspired by author Regina França’s childhood memories.
On stage, the mythical Greek universe takes on the emotional contours of rural daily life: the labyrinth becomes a sugarcane field, and gods and philosophers emerge filtered through the playful gaze of a boy, creating a sensitive and evocative adventure about fantasy and discovery.
♿ Accessible venue: Special performances with audio description (Nov. 29) and Brazilian Sign Language interpretation (Nov. 29 and Dec. 6)
The Girl Who Flooded the World (Children’s Musical)
This musical for children and teens tells the story of Biê, a 9-year-old girl who experiences the world intensely and expresses her emotions through tears.
Amid surprising encounters and amusing discoveries, the protagonist embarks on a playful journey through the universe of emotions to realize that it’s okay to cry and that every feeling has its value. A sensitive and lighthearted production that invites the whole family to reflect on affection, acceptance, and emotional intelligence.
♿ Accessible venue: Theater accessible to wheelchair users and people with limited mobility; all performances include sign language interpretation and audio description
Oroboro Battle – Rap, Repente, Resistance
Created by Pequeno Teatro do Mundo, the show combines hip-hop culture with the rich Northeastern Brazilian tradition of “repente” through the art of string puppetry.
The narrative revolves around the powerful encounter between Lyz, a young blind MC, and her grandfather, an improvisational poet who migrated to the capital of São Paulo. Skillfully manipulated on stage, the puppets bring to life a poetic and musical duel that celebrates improvisation, affection, and the power of the word as an instrument of resistance across different generations.
♿ Accessible venue: Accessibility resources including Brazilian Sign Language (Libras) and audio description (consultancy by ceiLibras and Coletivo Desvio Padrão)
Epiphany – A Modern Fable (Musical)
This musical fable explores the emptiness, the rush, and the anxieties of a hyperconnected generation. Without resorting to moralizing speeches, the production reflects on the avalanche of notifications, everyday distractions, and the paradox of being increasingly aware of what’s happening in the world while growing more distant from those closest to us.
The Caucasian Chalk Circle
In the plot, the theater group Os Confusos has occupied an abandoned warehouse for over a decade as an artistic refuge and hub of resistance, until the looming threat of an eviction order halts rehearsals and intertwines theatrical fiction with the real struggles of the surrounding community.
An engaging and thought-provoking experience that reflects on housing, community, and the transformative role of art.
