The weekend is here and, if you are looking for a culturally enriching trip, today's tip is the Centro Cultural Banco do Brasil, one of the most charming buildings in the center of the Marvelous City. And why should you visit CCBB this weekend? Here are four irresistible reasons:
1. All exhibitions are free!
There's nothing better than exploring art without spending a dime. At CCBB, all exhibitions are open to the public free of charge, providing an incredible cultural experience for everyone. The exhibitions on display are: Evandro Teixeira. Chile 1973; Heitor dos Prazeres is my name; Banco do Brasil and Its History and From Salt to Digital: Money in the Banco do Brasil Collection.
2. Quality cinema at no cost
If you are a film lover, the CCBB offers a film show with free entry. And this is the last week to enjoy The Cinema of Álex de La Iglesia! The exhibition program includes films that were not released in Brazil. Check out the schedule below and immerse yourself in captivating stories on the big screen:
09/09, Saturday
2pm – Debate Female Characters in the cinema of Álex de La Iglesia, with Lívia Amorim
4pm – Crime Ferpeito
6pm – Ballad of Love and Hate
10/09, Sunday
2pm – Special Session Brazilian Terrors – The Trace
4pm – Perdita Durango
6:30 pm – Deaths of Risa
Collect your ticket from 9am on the day of the session or on the website https://ingressos.ccbb.com.br/cinema-o-cinema-de-alex-de-la-iglesia__1074.
3. Unmissable theater plays
The plays on display at CCBB are true masterpieces that should not be missed. One tip is “Babilônia Tropical – A Nostalgia do Açúcar” which presents the colonialist marks on the city’s history with current reflections. Gender, class and ethnicity are addressed in the show. Anna Paes is a real historical figure who lived through the contradictions of Dutch rule in the Northeast. She writes a controversial note, which causes a series of questions for the contemporary characters. It's worth checking out this and other available theater options!
From Wednesday to Saturday, at 7pm and Sunday at 6pm
Until 01/10
Directed by: Marcos Damigo
Cast: Carol Duarte, Ermi Panzo, Jamile Cazumbá and Leonardo Ventura
Musician on stage: Adriano Salhab
Purchase your ticket at the physical box office or on the website https://ingressos.ccbb.com.br/teatro-babilonia-tropical-a-nostalgia-do-acucar__1049
4. Fun for the whole family
CCBB has activities for all ages. CCBB Educativo is a place of cultures that starts from the principle of occupation. Among the various proposals, one of the most captivating experiences is the “Livro Vivo”, where everyone reads together. Shared reading is one of the first steps in developing readers. Educators read books aloud in line with the contents of the exhibitions on display.
CCBB Educational: Saturdays, Sundays and holidays, at 3pm, on the 1st floor. (Password distribution activity, half an hour before)
Complete schedule: https://ccbb.com.br/rio-de-janeiro/ccbb-educativo/
Oh! And this Saturday there is still a special attraction: the Junta Local at CCBB
On September 9th, Praça da Pira, next to CCBB, will be invaded by Junta Local, a fair for small producers in Rio. In addition to delicious food and local products, you will be able to enjoy quality music with the group Galocantô, Known for his bamba drumming that delights Rio samba lovers.
Saturday, 09/09, from 11am to 6pm, at Praça da Pira (in front of CCBB)
Galocantô at 3pm
Free entrance
So, don't miss this chance to enrich your mind with culture, get involved with art and have fun with your family! To see the complete schedule visit: https://ccbb.com.br/rio-de-janeiro/programacao/
Service:
CCBB
Address: Rua Primeiro de Março, 66 – Centro – Rio de Janeiro/RJ
Tel: (21) 3808-2020
Site: ccbbrio@bb.com.br
Schedules: Tuesdays closed; from Wednesday to Monday, from 9am to 8pm.
