by Roger Costa
@Dell Ano
Bahia born, NY based artist Sara Moreira has an impressive new solo show at the gallery of DellAno, located at 36 West 25th Street, Chelsea, Manhattan. Formed by large sculptures, paintings and works in glass, “Totems of Memories” blends cultural heritage and contemporary aesthetics, exploring identity, traditions and resilience. The exhibition is open for the public Monday-Friday, 10 am till 6 pm. Thru August 15th. INFO: https://www.instagram.com/saramoreiraart/?hl=en
@Inffinito Brazilian Film Festival
The longest running Brazilian film festival in the East Coast is back to NYC for its 28th anniversary. Taking place August 19-24, the festival will screen “Grande Sertao”, “Meu Nome e Gal” and “Black Rio, Black Power” among others. As part of the hybrid program, there’ll be a boat party and a mega concert in SummerStage Central Park featuring Alcione and Larissa Luz. Screenings will take place in Brooklyn. Free. INFO: https://brazilianfilmfestival.com/new-york
@NJPAC
Described as an electrifying and emotionally-charged “cirque meets the passion of Christ”, THE THORN-LIVE is the ultimate faith-based show that revives the sacrifice and mission of the Son of God. Stunningly crafted through dance, martial arts, aerial acrobats and other gravity-defying techniques, the show will immerse the audience in the battle for salvation of all humankind. Wednesday, September 18 at 7pm. Tickets start at $40. INFO: https://www.njpac.org/event/the-thorn-live/
@The Newark Museum of Art
Families will have many options to choose from the diverse programs and activities rounding the “August Summer Family Fun!” series at NMOA (48 Washington Street, Newark). Learn and explore the universe of plants and gardens, the oceans, curious topics of science, art crafts, animal fossils that lived in New Jersey, Planetarium shows, music, vendors and more. It’s fun for the entire family and it’s free. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, August 8, 9, 10, 15, 16, 17, from 12 pm to 5 pm. Free. INFO: https://newarkmuseumart.org/event/august-summer-family-fun/?date=202408081200
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