American Society Cultural Events

ALINA FONTENEAU AT GALERIA ANDRE

2009-11-03T11:23:00.000-08:00

OPENING COCKTAIL

TUE NOV 10th 8pm

Al Gabriel Monteiro da Silva 1757

parking available

exhibit Nov 11-Nov 24

Born in Havana, Cuba in 1954.

Graduated from Mount Holyoke College

in 1976 with a B.A. (cum laude) in Studio Art.

Received a M.A. in Art Education from New York University in 1978.

Has lived in Cuba, Puerto Rico, Venezuela,

the United States and Brazil, where she currently resides.

Her sculpture has been exhibited in various group exhibitions and galleries in the U.S., France,

Puerto Rico and Brazil.

Alina,a member of the American Society and well known in the international community,

is an artist whose work is a pleasure to see! Her spirit and joy for life are reflected in her colorful,youthful sculptures! An exhibit not to miss!

To learn more about Alina and her work visit www.alinafonteneau.com

PORTO AMAZONIA EVENT

2009-11-03T10:49:00.000-08:00

NOV 6th - 15th

PORTO RUBAIYAT RESTURANT

R.Leopoldo Couto Magalhaes Junior 1142

Itaim Bibi – SP, Tel. (11) 3077-1111 (11) 3077-1111 . Monday through Thursday from 12:00pm to 3:30pm/ 7:00pm to 12:00 am; Friday from 12:00pm to 5:00pm/ 7:00pm to 12:00 am; Sunday from 12:00pm to 6:00pm.

R$59/adult and R$25/child for weekday and weekend lunch and dinner, including couvert, a great variety of antipastos, hot and cold appetizers, salads, and desserts.

www.restauranteportorubaiyat.com.br

Typical Amazon fish dishes will be served, such as Pirarucu de casaca, Filhote de pai d´égua, Filhote em crosta paraense, Madalenas em Calda da Priprioca, Mundico e Zefinha, Creme de Camarão ao Leite de Castanha e Tapioca, Carpaccio de Pirarucu. Desserts will consist of Amazon sweets and ice cream.

The delicacies and culture of the tropical rainforest will be explored at Porto Rubaiyat through a festival of art, culture, health, and gastronomy that will gather artists, photographers, gourmet chefs, journalists, and entrepreneurs.

GRILLED FISH UPON SELECTION

Tânia Nascimento, chef of the restaurant Lá em Casa (Belém do Pará) and Nonato, master palm chef, along with chef owner Carlos Iglesias of Porto Rubaiyat, will present popular Amazon dishes, consisting of a great variety of fish, fruit, and condiments of the region.

A new grill has been custom-made for the preparation of these exotic fish. Clients will have the opportunity to choose amongst Pintados, Pirarucus, Tambaquis, Filhotes, Pacus, and Amazon River Shrimp, which will be prepared right before them. The buffet will have a fixed price of R$59/per adult and R$25/per child, including couvert, a great variety of antipastos, hot and cold appetizers, salads, and desserts.

CRAFTWORK AND BIOJEWELRY

Initiatives to help the Amazon people, such as creating a market to sell their artisan jewelry, generate employment and income for them, while being in alliance with the preservation of the forest. The craftwork displayed mostly originates from Vale do Jarí, the region between the states of Pará and of Amapá. Such developmental projects are planned for the Amazon people and are sponsored by the Orsa Group through the Orsa Foundation.

An association of women artists known as Amarte produces necklaces, earrings, rings, and bracelets made of seeds and natural materials of the region. The decorative and useful products, which will also be on display, are made of wood certified by the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) and are handcrafted by a group of young carpenters from the Natural Workmanship Cooperative of Rio das Castanhas. The Orsa Florestal handling of tropical forests certifies all wood that is used for this event.

RAINFOREST LIFE

Displayed in 40 panels, renowned Brazilian photojournalists will portray the beauty, as well as the problems of the Amazon, in a photo exhibition organized by famous photographer Jorge Araújo, of Folha de São Paulo. In addition to winning more than 60 national and international awards, Jorge Araújo has won the Esso Award in 1979, the Wladimir Herzog Award, and the Nikon Award in Japan. Furthermore he has covered 5 World Cups, 4 Olympic Games, and traveled more than 20 times to the Amazon jungle.

Araújo selected images from the following photojournalists: Ricardo Stuckert, Paulo Whitaker, Pisco Del Gaiso, Paulo Santos, Paulo Liebert, Antonio Gaudério, Marlene Bergamos, Jonne Roriz, Celso Junior, Juca Varela, João Wainer, André Penner e Lalo de Almeida.

SUSTAINABLE BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

The concept of sustainability will also be present at this event. Some of the dishes will be prepared with the Brazilian Nutand its extract, such as the extra virgin oil.

The products originate from the “Ouro Verde Amazônia” that operate and extract its products in a completely fair and environmentally correct way. The “Muaná Alimentos” will be providing the organic Açaí Palm, which will be prepared by Chef Nonato on the grill and be served with its pulp “in natura”.

Porto Rubaiyat will join together great supporters of science, gastronomy, politics and the culture of the Amazon rainforest a few weeks before the December COP-15, a world conference on Climate Change that will take place in Copenhagen.

“The idea is to promote not only the regional culture, but also to introduce sustainable business plans, which have been contributing to the social development and the preservation of the Amazon”, says Carlos Iglesias

KIM ESTEVE COLLECTION AT GALERIA LOURDINA JEAN RABIEH

2009-10-26T04:42:00.000-07:00

OCT 28 - NOV 19

AL. GABRIEL MONTEIRO DA SILVA 147

(turn right off Estados Unidos)

This gallery is owned by American Society member Lourdina Rabieh.

She has a fascinating professional background in working with both art and antiques. The main floor of the gallery has a great space for showing art and the second floor an antique gallery.

This is an excellent opportunity to see a selection of contemporary Brazilian art from the renowned collection of Kim Esteve. Represented are artists from the 80's and 90's. Among my favorites is the most recent painting of Wesley Duke Lee!

SAO PAULO GARDEN SHOW

2009-10-21T02:31:00.001-07:00

Sandra Mangels inspiration for her two large design exhibits for this years Garden Show are the canvases of Jackson Pollack and the sculptures of Henry Moore. Imagine if you can how she will interpret this!

The event is this Sat and Sun at the British Center, and is sure to be a fascinating exhibit,great for all the family!

Lunch and afternoon tea available at the Center

For more info click on 70th Annual Flower Show

CINDY BORGANI AT AO VIVO MUSIC

2009-10-19T09:58:00.000-07:00

SAT OCT 24th 8pm

AO VIVO MUSIC

R. INHAMBU 226

MOEMA

tel 5052-0072

www.aovivomusic.com.br

International jazz singer Cindy Borgani will be performing at AoVivo Music a charming jazz club in Moema.Cindy was born in the US and is a resident of Sao Paulo.She teaches vocal jazz improvisation at Faculdade Souza Lima/Berklee. The musicians who form her quintet are among Sao Paulo's top jazz artists and also members of the Sao Paulo Jazz Sinfonica. Cindy's group performs a range of jazz standards (Cole Porter,Gershwin,Thelonius Monk,etc...) arranged with Brazilian rhythms for voice,trombone and percussion.

After Cindy's Performance Mariana Belem,the daughter of FaFa de Belem will be performing. She is very talented and her performance is well worth staying for!

hot tip: It would be a good idea to call the number above and reserve your table as it fills up! The club can accommodate up to 90 persons. Thus making this a great,intimate place for live entertainment! Check out their site for future programing.

Cover charge R$10 for just Cindy's show and R$ 40 for both Cindy and Mariana Belem

BRUNCH AT THE GALERIA JACQUES ARDIES

2009-10-19T09:19:00.000-07:00

This past Sat. I went to the open house brunch at the Galeria Jacques Ardies.

It was an absolutely miserable rainy day! I almost stayed home,and so glad I did not!

Walking into the brightly lite gallery with the delightful smell of fresh baked Pao de Queijo,and being welcomed by the owner with a wonderful smile,made my visit all worthwhile!

The exhibit of the naif artists is terrific! Colorful and very Brazilian! Among my favorites, the Baianas by Ivan Morais and the colorful flora and fauna of Grauben and the scenes of Jose Frietas. The paintings are for sale and very well priced! The exhibit is on until November 7th.

GUIDED TOUR CHAPEL ART SHOW

2009-10-16T03:29:00.000-07:00

INVITATION TO THE 40TH ANNUAL CHAPEL ART SHOW

PRIVATE GUIDED TOUR AND COFFEE

WED OCT 21st 10:00 am

This is a wonderful opportunity to have a private guided tour of a diverse collection of Brazilian art on display at the Chapel Art Show! Julie Belser,a Graded School graduate,studied art in the United States and now works at the MAM (Museo de Arte Moderno) will be our guide. The Chapel School is offering this opportunity to the American Society Members and their friends at no charge.

RSVP amsoc@americansociety.com.br

Last night I went to the opening and it was a wondeful evening with a huge turnout! Loved the works of Florian Raiss especially,his strong, expressive sculptures with their clean lines! The exhibit is well presented with a wide variety of artists represented. So many beautiful paintings and sculptures!

I truly enjoyed seeing all the talented works of the artists!

For more info. visit the earlier post on the Chapel Art Show

GALERIA JACQUES ARDIES

2009-10-14T07:07:00.000-07:00

RARIDADES

NAIF ART

OPENING SAT OCT 17th

Brunch

12pm - 4pm

R. MORGADO DE MATEUS 579

VILA MARIANA

tel 5539-7500

www.ardies.com

The objective of this exhibit is to cultivate the memory of nine of the most important Brazilian naif artists who have passed away. It has taken three years of collecting and restoring the works of these artists,dating from the years of 1960-1990. The exhibit is on until the 7th of November.

Jose Antonio da Silva

Carlos Lousada

Rosina Becker do Vale

hot tip: The gallery is in an old charming house making this a unique place to drop by and see the colorful collection of naif art.The owners are friendly and wonderful hosts! It is a perfect place to bring your out of town guests!

Manezinho Araujo

Ivan Moraes

Jose de Freitas

BLOG UPDATE

2009-10-12T05:04:00.000-07:00

Hi everyone! Just to let you know I was away for about a month on vacation in the States. Back now and will be keeping you up to date on all the wonderful cultural events in Sao Paulo! So keep checking in to stay on top of the cultural happenings!

CHAPEL ART SHOW

2009-10-10T19:21:00.000-07:00

OPENING COCKTAIL

THURS OCT 15th 8pm

CHAPEL SCHOOL

R.VIGARIO JOAO DE PONTES 537

CHACARA FLORA

TEL# 2101-7400

www.chapelartshow.com.br

EXHIBIT OPEN FOR VISIT AND SALES OCT 16th-OCT 21st 9am-21 horas

click on the invitation to see all the details and the featured artists

40th ANNUAL CHAPEL ART SHOW

For the past 40 years the Chapel Art Show has been the showcase of recognition for distinguished master artists,as well as,new Brazilian talent.This years artist of honor is the prestigious Florian Raiss.

2009 SELECTED GUEST ARTIST FLORIAN RAISS

whether drawing, painting or sculpting,

It is my aim to develop a personal imagery based on observation and on my imagination. what really interests me is the working process. to identify the recurrent themes in my work, that

will develop and change with time. trying to know myself is an aspiration, each piece of work a part of the mosaic which might become a mirror.

Florian Raiss

Florian Raiss,born in Rio de Janeiro in 1955,In the 70's he studied design at the Academia de Belas Artes of Rome and Florence as well as the Universidade de Mexico.He has always used drawing as his principal form of expression and a foundation for his expressive works in sculpture.

To learn more about this amazing artist visit www.florianraiss.com.br

The art show is also featuring 600 pieces of art from more than 150 invited artists.

A FEW OF THE INVITED ARTISTS

ANA MARIA DIAS

BETO BORGES

ANTONIO PETICOV

GUSTAVO ROSA

MARLENE STAMM

hot tip: This is a great opportunity to purchase a piece of art! There are a variety of artists represented in all price ranges.

plus: The proceeds from the 2009 Chapel Art Show will continue to go to support the parish,school projects and Father Browns community projects.

PLAYBACK THEATRE

2009-10-10T17:36:00.000-07:00

TUE OCT 27th

8:30pm

TEATRO SANTA AGOSTINO

R. APENINOS 118

www.playbacktheatre.com.br

tickets R$30

tickets can be purchased in advance by calling Vida Jovem tel# 2063-1230 ext. 4

Tickets may also be purchased at the door

This will most definitely be an evening not to be missed! Playback Theatre,directed by Antonio Ferrara and his group of talented actors will amaze you! They ask for a volunteer from the audience to tell a story about themselves or someone else.The actors then act out the story,bringing it to life! Fascinating!

plus: The ticket proceeds will benefit the educational programs of Vida Jovem

70th ANNUAL FLOWER SHOW

2009-10-10T17:03:00.000-07:00

SAO PAULO GARDEN CLUB

SAT OCT 24th 10am-6pm

SUN OCT 25th 10am-5pm

BRITISH CENTER

R.FERREIRA DE ARAUJO 741

PINHEIROS

Valet parking available R$ 10 for 2 hours

www.culturainglesasp.com.br

REVOLUTION: 70 YEARS OF GREAT CHANGE

The Sao Paulo Garden Club is celebrating spring at the British Center with creative exhibits of artistic flower arrangements. Inspiration for this years event is the revolution over the past 70 years in art,technology,music,science,politics,society and culture. With themes such as "The Cold War" and 'Peace and Love"

English tea, jams and lunch will be available,as well as flowers and plants to purchase.

The event is free and a wonderful way to spend the day for the entire family!

YOGA PELA PAZ 2009

2009-08-08T15:52:00.000-07:00

SUN AUG 16

PRACA DA PAZ

PARQUE DO IBIRAPUERA

9:00 - 9:45 Apresentação Jyoti

9:45 - 10:15 Abertura Fran Abreu e Márcia de Luca

10:15 - 11:00 Yoga com Regina Shakti

11:00 - 11:20 Mantras Shambhavi Chopra e meditação Márcia de Luca

11:20 - 13:00 Apresentação Mahabanda e Shaman''''''''s Dream

GRUPO CORPO

2009-08-04T14:04:00.000-07:00

AUG 5 - AUG 16

TEATRO ALFA

R. BENTO BRANCO DE ANDRADE FIHLO 722

SANTO AMARO

TEL 5693-4000

Wed and Sat 21h - Fri 21h30 - Sun 18h

R$40.00 to R$90.00

ticket sales 11h to 19h

advance sales by phone 0300-7893377

www.teatroalfa.com.br

If you enjoy dance, you will especially enjoy Grupo Corpo!

This company of 21 dancers from Minas Gerais combines classical ballet and modern African dance;invigorating and very Brasilian!

Choreographer Rodrigo Pederneiras presents, Ima, with the music of a new generation of Brasilian musicians ;the trio of Moreno Veloso (son of Caetano) Domenico Lanellotti and Kassin. They combine bossa nova with an interesting mix of percussion and electronic beats.

Check out Grupo Corpo on youtube to see an example of their creative dance here

fun fact:

Grupo Corpo was founded in 1975 ,Belo Horizonte,by six siblings and a half a dozen friends. Today Rodrigo Penderneiras is the choreographer,brother Paulo is the artistic director and sister Miriam helps run the dance school and company.

DEOSCOREDES MAXIMILIANO DOS SANTOS

2009-08-02T13:40:00.000-07:00

NOW - AUG 23

MUSEU AFROBRASIL

PARQUE IBIRAPUERA

PORTAO 10

TUE-SUN 10h-17h

FREE ENTRANCE

TEL 5579-0593

www.museuafrobrasil.com.br

This is a beautiful exhibit and extraordinarily well presented! The 92 yr old Bahian artist,known as Mestre Didi,has over 50 spectacular sculptures on display. Made of palm leaves,reeds,leather,shells and beads the artist transforms these materials into contemporary art.

hot tip:

This museum is a great place to take out of town guests! Enjoy a nice walk in the park,visit the museum and finish with a coffee or a refreshing agua de coco in one of the two outdoor coffee shops.

CAMPANA BROTHERS AT THE MAM

2009-08-02T12:11:00.000-07:00

JULY 16 - SEPT 13

MAM PARQUE IBIRAPUERA

PORTAO 3

$R.5.50 SUN FREE

TEL 5085-1300

www.mam.org.br

JARDIM DE INFANCIA: OS IRMAOS CAMPANA VISITAM O MAM

The MAM invited the Campana Brothers,celebrated Brazilian industrial designers,to put this exhibit together using the museums collection.Resulting in this youthful an interactive exhibit seen through the eyes of two creators of utilitarian objects.

fun fact:

Sao Paulo natives,Humberto and Fernando designed the Vermelha chair in 1993 made of 500 meters of rope!

LUCILA WROBLEWSKI AT CAIXA CULTURAL

2009-07-24T12:12:00.000-07:00

CAIXA CULTURAL

PRACA DA SE 111 CENTRO

TEL 3321-4400

www.caixa.gov.br/caixacultural

Now-August 9

Fotografia: Paisagens Silenciosas/Tudas as coisas dao frutas

The 44 photographs on exhibit are amazing! The artist captures the images at dusk and at night using a flashlight to illuminate the scenes.A technique referred to as light-painting.Photos were taken with negative color film and a Hasselblad camera,with no alterations on the computer.

The large photographs are surreal and poetic!

ANNA BELLA GEIGER AT CAIXA CULTURAL

2009-07-24T12:04:00.000-07:00

CAIXA CULTURAL

PRACA DA SE 111 CENTRO

TEL 3321-4400

www.caixa.gov.br/caixacultural

Now-August 9

Fotografia Alem do Fotografia: Anna Bella Geiger

A diverse collection of the renowned Rio de Janiero artist's work from 1972 -2008.

Her brilliant work goes beyond photography...expressing so many emotions!

BLUE MAN GROUP AT CREDICARD HALL

2009-07-24T11:51:00.000-07:00

Coming to Sao Paulo Sept. 16

Credicard Hall

Av.das Nacoes Unidas 17955

tel 2846-6000

http://www.credicardhall.com

Pre-Venda: July 15-21

Cadeira 1: R$ 240 (inteira) R$ 120 (Estudante/Idoso)

Cadeira 2: R$ 200 (inteira) R$ 100 (Estudante/Idoso)

VIP: R$ 280 (inteira)

buy tickets online with ticketmaster or purchase at Credicard Hall (from 12h-20h)

GREAT for all ages! Blue Man Group uses a variety of objects,such as;pipes,barrels and tires to create music.

Quite spectacular!

BURLE MARX AT MAM

2009-07-24T10:55:00.000-07:00

JULY 17-SEPT 13

MAM PARQUE IBIRAPUERA

PORTAO 3

$R.5,50 SUN free

TEL 5085-1300

www..mam.org.br

ROBERTO BURLE MARX 100 ANOS: A PERMANENCIA DO INSTAVEL

This is an exhibit not to be missed! And could not be in a more appropriate place...Ibirapuera Park...which was designed by Burle Marx! What is so special about this exhibit is the diverse collection of this brilliant and multi talented artist! On display are paintings, costume and stage designs,jewelry pieces and a magnificent 25 meter tapestry! And not to mention the numerous designs of landscaping projects in Brasil and around the world. Burle Marx studied painting in Germany where he regularly visited the Dahlem Botanical Gardens,there he learned about the Brazilian native flora which was a source of inspiration for his landscaping designs. He returned to Brazil in 1930 and in 1931 completed his first landscaping design, a private residence in Rio. Marx went on to become one of the most important landscape designers of the 20th century!

fun fact:

Burle Marx designed the Copacabana beach walk in 1971. An abstract interpretation of traditional Portuguese paving pattern using waves of black and white stone.

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