{"id":62544,"date":"2026-04-27T11:54:12","date_gmt":"2026-04-27T15:54:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.brazilianpress.com\/v1\/?p=62544"},"modified":"2026-04-27T11:54:12","modified_gmt":"2026-04-27T15:54:12","slug":"cultural-agenda-by-roger-costa-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.brazilianpress.com\/v1\/2026\/04\/27\/cultural-agenda-by-roger-costa-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Cultural Agenda by Roger Costa"},"content":{"rendered":"

@Birdland Jazz Club<\/strong><\/p>\n

One of the greatest maestros of MPB, Brazilian singer\/composer\/guitarist Joao Bosco returns to Birdland Jazz Club (315 West 44th Street) to celebrate his 80th birthday with a sensational new show. Accompanied by Ricardo Silveira on guitar, Kiko Freitas on drums, Guto Wirtti on bass and special guest Anat Cohen on clarinet. A Latin Grammy winner, Joao Bosco has collaborated with other giants of international music and continues to be very influential in the music showbiz. April 28th thru May 2nd, 2 sets each night. Tickets start at $46. INFO: Jo\u00e3o Bosco 80th Birthday Celebration with Special Guest Anat Cohen – Birdland Jazz Club & Theater<\/p>\n

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@NJPAC<\/strong><\/p>\n

One of America’s most accomplished dance companies, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater returns to NJPAC (1 Center Street, Newark) for their annual Mother’s Day Weekend celebration. Whether you are a fan or a newcomer, you are in for a special heartwarming treat, as the dancers take the audience for a dazzling dancing experience that blends classic and modern rhythms, African traditions and spirituality. Prepare your heart and soul for dance masterpieces such as “Revelations”, “Grace”, “A Case of You” and many other audience favorites. Performances are Friday thru Sunday, May 8 thru 10. Tickets start at $25. INFO: Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater – NJPAC<\/p>\n

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@Cinema Village<\/strong><\/p>\n

The 5th New York Brazilian Film Series takes place at Cinema Village (22 East 12th Street) on Sunday May 3rd at 5pm with the World Premiere of “Elis and Me”, the sensitive docu-drama directed by Andre Bushatsky on iconic singer Elis Regina’s unknown motherhood. Founded by Roger Costa, the event kicks off with Barbara Adyla Samba Jazz Trio performing a Tribute to Elis Regina and closes with drumming female-led group Batala inviting the audience to dance along their Afro-Bahian infused presentation.<\/p>\n

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Painter Madu Moreira will reveal her latest work while Children’s book author Beti Rozen will talk about her recent book tour. The multi-cultural event also features Samba show, Director’s conversation and a short film, Bruno da Silva’s dance\/experimental project entitled “Aguas”. Tickets $25 includes a welcome drink. INFO: ELIS AND ME – Cinema Village<\/p>\n

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@The Joyce Theater<\/strong><\/p>\n

Tap lovers rejoice! The Joyce Theater (175 Eighth Avenue) is kicking off summer season with a very hot, not-to-be-missed collective new show: Tap City. It features some of New York’s most celebrated and authentic tap dancers and artists, coming together on stage to express the passionate adrenaline of tapping. Michelle Dorrance, Caleb Teicher, Tony Waag, Jason Samuels Smith, Lisa La Touche, Amanda Castro, Nathan Bugh and many other stars will gather for this unique festival presented by American Tap Dance Foundation that celebrates generations, styles and artistry. Featuring Live Music. Tuesday, May 19th thru Sunday, May 24th. Tickets start at $17. INFO: Tap City | The Joyce Theater<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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