Do you know Teatro Oficina? Located in the heart of Bixiga, one of São Paulo’s most emblematic neighborhoods, it is not just a space for plays, but a work of art in its own right. Built in 1958, its history combines the resistance and avant-gardism of São Paulo culture.
To this day, its unique program features innovative performances. Between music, plays and even fashion shows, this cultural space is considered one of the best theaters in the world. If you don’t know it yet, it’s worth checking out what’s on and immersing yourself in the experience.
Learn about the history of the Teatro Oficina Uzyna Uzona:
As its name suggests, Teatro Oficina sets out to be a place of innovation, permanent creation and unconventionality. The venue is home to the theater company of the same name, one of the longest-running in the country.
Founded by the famous director Zé Celso, the space became known for its resistance, especially during the dictatorship, when it produced some plays with political content and social criticism. To this day, the theater strives to give minorities a voice.
A work by Lina Bo Bardi
In 2015, The Guardian chose the Teatro Oficina Uzyna Uzona as the best theater in the world in the architectural design category. And do you know who designed it? Lina Bo Bardi, the same brilliant mind behind MASP and SESC Pompeia.
The architect’s idea was to bring the space closer to the street and take art off an inaccessible pedestal, removing the barriers between the audience and the cast. With a 50-meter corridor and glass walls, the theater becomes the very setting for the story.
If you haven’t had the chance to experience this and watch a performance there, it’s worth going to Bixiga and being surprised by what Teatro Oficina has to say about art, history and resistance.
