Samba Roots: An Afro-Brazilian Journey
with Viver Brasil
This is the last concert of the 2025 Center for World Music concert series Echoes of Time.
Mingei International Museum
Friday, June 20, 2025 | 7:30 PM
Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of Viver Brasil, a dynamic dance company celebrated for its powerful, engaging performances. In this special evening, Viver Brasil will celebrate the roots of samba, tracing the Afro-Brazilian origins that have shaped its rhythm and spirit. In electrifying styles like orixá, forró, and bloco afro, Viver Brasil combines dance with live polyrhythmic music and evocative storytelling to bring the essence of samba’s heritage vividly to life.
After the performance, Viver Brasil’s artists will answer your questions about their journey, influences, and the deeper stories behind each dance. Expect an evening filled with energy, passion, and cultural insight.
About the artist:
Founded in 1997 in Los Angeles, Viver Brasil is an acclaimed dance company dedicated to celebrating and sharing Afro-Brazilian culture through dynamic performances blending dance, music, and storytelling. Under the artistic direction of Linda Yudin and Luiz Badaró, the company draws from orixá movement (sacred dances of spirits with roots in West Africa), samba styles, and other African-derived traditions, to create a powerful experience that honors Afro-Brazilian roots while reimagining them for modern audiences. Known for its vibrant, polyrhythmic music and expressive choreography, Viver Brasil brings the spirit of Salvador de Bahia to stages around the world, inspiring connection through tradition and innovation.
Neighborhood: Downtown
Mingei International Museum
1439 El Prado
San Diego, CA 92101
Contact Info
ecavallero@centerforworldmusic.org
Date & Time
Jun 20, 2025
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Price
General Seating: $40 | VIP Seating: $55
