A taste of the culture and colours of Rio de Janeiro showcased through captivating costumes and well-choreographed performances.
Presented by: TQ Productions
Reviewed: 7 March, 2023
Rio 40 takes you on a voyage through Rio de Janeiro, showcasing aspects of the vibrant culture through this high energy and enthusiastic performance.
International choreographer and Rio native Talita Fontainha, brings the immersive show to the Adelaide Fringe that is dripping in Brazilian culture that makes you want to get up and dance.
With a variety of dance and physical theatre acts, this production takes you on a journey to uncover the many facets of Rio from the comfort of the Adelaide Fringe venue.
With captivating costumes and dynamic dancers, this immersive contemporary performance is a show for all ages and especially those who are enchanted by dance, travel, culture. This performance is the perfect pick me up.
The performance is well-choreographed and with swift and glitzy costume changes keeps the audience captivated. It almost makes you want to be covered head to toe in glitter and sequences. Sign. Us. Up.
The talented ensemble address topics of crime and police corruption, all the while demonstrating exceptional circus skills. It’s like visiting Rio de Janeiro without having to leave the Adelaide 5000 postcode.
The performance is thoroughly entertaining but also delivers audiences a learning experience that takes you through the highs and lows of Rio de Janeiro.
With stellar reviews for its 2022 Adelaide Fringe show season with ‘A Carnaval Dream’, the group behind Rio 40, TQ Productions, is back for another epic Adelaide Fringe season.
Reviewed by Nadia Boscaini
Venue: Nexus Arts
Season: Until March 17
Duration: 1 hour
Tickets: $45
Bookings: https://adelaidefringe.com.au/fringetix/rio-40-af2023
