Every month, we at São Paulo Secreto bring you a super special article with the plays to see that season. But if you want to be even more specific, we now bring you a special guide to the best musical plays in São Paulo, for those who really like shows full of rhythm and melody!
Musicals in São Paulo this season
A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum – No Caminho Te Conto
Starring Miguel Falabella, the musical comedy, inspired by Stephen Sondheim’s classics , is full of humor and catchy tunes.
📅 Until 08/06
🎫 From R$ 19,50
📍 Teatro Claro Mais SP
Mean Girls – The Musical
Another one for the list of Broadway musicals in São Paulo! Check out Cady Heron ‘s journey through high school as she exposes the cruelties of the “Plastics”, a group led by iconic pop culture character Regina George.
📅 Until 29/06
🎫 From R$ 21,18
📍 Santander Theatre
Rita Lee – A Musical Autobiography
Starring Mel Lisboa, this musical is based on Rita Lee’s autobiography, chronicling the highs and lows of her career. The narrative ranges from her childhood to her first challenges in music, her career in the bands Mutantes and Tutti Frutti, romances, activism and her time in prison during the military dictatorship.
📅 Until 15/06
🎫 From R$20
📍 Porto Theater
Wicked
After two successful seasons, the musical Wicked is back in São Paulo! The show, which has already been seen by more than 156,000 people, presents the story of the witches of Oz and tackles issues such as injustice and prejudice in a comic and moving way. In addition, the musical maintains the Portuguese version, featuring iconic songs such as “Desafiando a Gravidade” and “Ódio”.
Until 06/06
🎫 From R$ 21,18
📍 Renault Theater
Tom Jobim Musical
This exciting production celebrates the life and legacy of Brazil’s greatest popular artist. The show portrays the spread of Bossa Nova around the world, from the 1950s in Ipanema to its international conquests in New York. Through timeless songs such as “Garota de Ipanema”, “Desafinado” and “Wave”, the show takes the audience on a journey through Tom Jobim’s captivating universe!
📅 Until 15/06
🎫 From R$ 21
📍 Villa Lobos Theater
Rocky – The Musical
In March, São Paulo hosts the musical Rocky, inspired by the 1976 film and the 2012 Broadway adaptation. The play tells the story of Rocky Balboa’s overcoming, with iconic moments such as the fight against Apollo Creed. What’s more, you’ll hear iconic songs like “Gonna Fly Now” and “Eye of the Tiger”!
📅 Until 18/05
🎫 From R$ 21,18
📍 033 Rooftop
An Almost Perfect Babysitter
Eduardo Sterblitch returns to the stage with “Uma Babá Quase Perfeita – O Musical”, an adaptation of the iconic 1993 film. Sterblitch plays the lead role of Daniel Hillard, a father who disguises himself as the nanny Mrs. Doubtfire to stay close to his children. The musical promises impressive make-up and emotional songs, making it a great choice for the whole family!
📅 Until 11/05
🎫 From R$ 19,80
📍 Liberdade Theater
Bare, a Pop Opera
Following our guide to musicals playing in São Paulo, we have this pop opera that combines contemporary music and reflections on faith, identity and sexuality. This is because the show follows the story of two young people at a Catholic boarding school who face the challenges of living a secret romance, exploring social dilemmas in a sensitive and impactful way.
📅 Until 07/05
🎫 From R$30
📍 Marte Hall: Rua Domingos de Morais, 348 – Vila Mariana
Raul Seixas, the Musical
In the year that Raul Seixas would have turned 80, São Paulo is hosting a play in his honor! The musical features Bruce Gomlevsky in the lead role and goes behind the scenes of the singer’s mind, with classic songs such as Tente Outra Vez and Maluco Beleza.
Until 18/05 | Friday and Saturday at 8pm, Sunday at 7pm
🎫 From R$ 60
📍 Teatro de Jaraguá: Rua Martins Fontes, 71, São Paulo
Vital, the Paralamas Musical
This musical in São Paulo celebrates the more than 40-year career of the Paralamas do Sucesso and the friendship between Herbert Vianna, Bi Ribeiro and João Barone. The show tells the story of the group in a non-linear way, alternating between past and future, featuring classics such as “Lanterna dos Afogados” and “Meu Erro”.
📅 03 a 31/05
🎫 From R$ 21
📍 Sabesp Frei Caneca Theater