Get to know 7 theaters and concert halls in downtown Rio

In addition to being known for the beaches and tourist attractions, Rio de Janeiro is also famous for its cultural diversity and the number of shows and theatrical performances that are presented here, in the various concert halls and theaters spread throughout the city. National and international artists have stepped on the stages of Rio, attracting locals and tourists from all over the world. Knowing this, Rede Rio has decided to help those who come to the Marvelous City and want to enjoy something different: we prepared this article with 7 theaters and concert halls in downtown Rio, so you stay tuned on schedule, enjoy your stay in the city, and watch some show of artists you know. Check it out!

Concert halls in downtown Rio

Vivo Rio

Inaugurated in 2006, Vivo Rio is part of the Museum of Modern Art (MAM) complex and is located at Aterro do Flamengo. The building was designed in the mid 50’s by the renowned architect Affonso Eduardo Reidy, one of the pioneers of modern architecture. Vivo Rio is one of Rio de Janeiro’s most known concert halls, and its stage has already received high profile artists such as Caetano Veloso, Gal Costa, Ney Matogrosso, Joss Stone, Julio Iglesias and Michael Bublé.

The address of Vivo Rio is Av. Infante Dom Henrique, 85 – Flamengo Park and, for your convenience, you can stay at a hotel near Vivo Rio, such as Arosa Rio.

Circo Voador

Circo Voador is one of the most traditional concert halls in downtown Rio. Founded in 1982, the Circo Voador has gone through a long journey to become what it is today. It was opened in Arpoador by a group of artists who wanted a stage to show their art. In military dictatorship, the work lasted three months, until the city council disarmed the structures. But because of the clamor of the locals, Circo Voador was definitively installed in the place where it is today, near Arcos da Lapa. In 1996, the mayor of Rio ordered Circo Voador to close its doors, and it remained that way until 2002, when a court order authorized the opening. It is one of the most beloved concert halls in Rio. In addition to performing social activities and offering music, theater and arts courses, Circo Voador has received and continues to receive various artists.

Circo Voador adress is Rua dos Arcos, S / N – Lapa and, for your greater comfort, it is ideal to stay in a hotel in Lapa, such as Hotel Arosa.

Fundição Progresso

Located in a historic building of an old ironworks factory closed in the 70’s, Fundição Progresso is one of the most eclectic Rio de Janeiro concert halls, which hosts everything from big showbiz events to the traditional and renewed manifestations of Rio carnival. In its stage national artists such as Los Hermanos, Skank and Natiruts, and great international names such as Franz Ferdinand, Marilyn Manson and Motorhead have already performed.

For those interested in attending a show at Fundição Progresso, the address is Rua dos Arcos, 24, Centro and, to stay very close and ease return, you can stay at Hotel Pompeu, which is only a few minutes from the Fundição Progresso.

Theaters in downtown Rio

Theatro Municipal

Inaugurated in 1909, Municipal Theater of Rio de Janeiro is considered the main theater in Brazil and one of the most important in South America. Its history is mixed with the history of development of the arts and culture in the country, and over more than a century of existence, some of the leading names in dance, opera and music in Brazil and in the world have passed through Theatro Municipal. In addition to being recognized for receiving companies and shows of great renown, Theatro Municipal is also famous for the architecture of its building, one of the greatest works of eclectic architecture in Brazil.

If you want to see Theatro Municipal, its address is Praça Floriano s / nº, Centro. To facilitate your travel, you can stay at the hotel Arosa Rio, just minutes from the theater and other concert venues in downtown Rio.

Teatro João Caetano

João Caetano Theater is the oldest theater in the city of Rio de Janeiro: it was inaugurated on October 13, 1813. Its versatility for varied genres makes it one of the most well-known theaters in the country. On the stage of João Caetano various genres of shows have been staged, such as dramas, ballets, operas and tragedies. Two of the greatest actresses of the nineteenth century, Eleonora Duse and Sarah Bernhardt have performed on this stage and also famous musicals such as My Fair Lady and Hello, Dolly! were presented there.

If you want to watch some show in this traditional theater, just look for the schedule and buy tickets in Praça Tiradentes, s / n, Centro. The theater, in fact, is very close to Hotel Pompeu of Rede Rio.

Teatro Riachuelo

Located in Cinelândia, in downtown Rio, Riachuelo Theater was inaugurated in August of 2016, occupying a mansion built in 1890, that was declared Historical Heritage. The space, which was once a casino, theater and cinema, was the scene of the first movie with sound in the country in the year 1929.

Much of the building’s history remained even after the renovation, including its front, designed by the Spanish Adolfo de Los Rios. Despite the traditional architecture, Riachuelo Theater, after the renovation, opens the possibility of receiving presentations and audiences of various genres. It has space available for a large audience of approximately one thousand people. In addition, the theater has a multiplatform space and receives, in addition to lectures, great shows, films and documentaries, and is still functions as one of the concert halls in the center of Rio, receiving renowned artists for unforgettable presentations.

If you want to check out the Riachuelo Theater program and get a closer look at this new incredible space for shows in the city, just buy your ticket at Rua do Passeio, 38, very close to Arosa Rio hotel.

Teatro Carlos Gomes

Built in 1872, Carlos Gomes Theater is one of the most traditional theaters in Brazil. The building underwent several transformations until it is what it is today, mainly due to several fires that happened there. It is the ideal place in the Center of Rio for those looking for great shows, in several types of performing arts and, still today, continues to receive artists of great renown in theatrical and musical presentations.

Carlos Gomes Theater is located in Praça Tiradentes, in downtown Rio, very close to Gamboa, one of Rede Rio’s hotels.

Did you see? It is possible to find theaters and concert halls in downtown Rio that please all tastes and you can have fun watching a very cool show! For fun and no worries about traveling, the ideal is to stay at a hotel near Vivo Rio, the Municipal Theater and all other points. For this, count on Rede Rio! Browse through our website, get to know the hotels facilities in downtown Rio and make your reservation!

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