As one famous Brazilian song says, Brazil is "blessed by God, beautiful by nature," a country gifted with flair and flexibility for tackling any challenge. Brazil is now playing the international circuit, gaining respect, visibility and becoming one of the biggest economies in the world.
Expressions of Brazil celebrates contemporary Brazil. It expands perceptions about the country and showcases the diversity of its culture through an eclectic mix of arts and cultural disciplines, including music, dance, film, family activities, workshops, fine and culinary arts.
BRAFFTV Film Series: Listening the River: A Sound Sculpture by Cildo Meireles
6:00pm
Family
Film
This film follows the work of Cildo Meireles, an artist, while he searches for the sound of the main Brazilian hydro banks and "processed" waters.
International Marketplace
6:00pm –11:00pm
Shopping
Shop the world this weekend! Our International Marketplace features fab finds from all corners of the globe.
World Café
6:00pm –12:00am
Food
What are you in the mood for today? Our newly renovated World Café, in the former location of the Lakeside Terrace Tent, features a host of the best cuisine from around the world at affordable prices.
BRAFFTV Film Series
6:00pm –11:00pm
Film
The BRAFFTV Film Series features great Brazilian films selected and curated by award-winning director of photography, Katia Coelho.
Brazil: Many Eyes, Different Visions
7:00pm –11:00pm
Visual Arts
A visual arts exhibition showcasing different artists and their diverse styles.
Photo Exhibit: Brasilia, UNESCO World Heritage Centre
7:00pm –11:00pm
Visual Arts
Ronaldo Silva's highlight the idealism of Juscelino Kubitschek’s socialist government and its team of visionary urban planners, architects and landscape designers.
Axe Capoeira
7:30pm – 8:30pm
Dance
Family
Capoeira is a Brazilian Martial art created mainly by descendants of African slaves with Brazilian native influences in the beginning of the 16th century.
Tio Chorinho
8:30pm – 9:30pm
Music
Tio Chorinho is a new Toronto ensemble dedicated to performing Brazilian choro music in the tradition of the great mandolin master, Jacob do Bandolim.
BRAFFTV Film Series: The Oyster and the Wind
9:00pm –11:00pm
Family
Film
A fantasy/mystery film about the disappearance of a lighthouse owner and his daughter.
Brothers of Brazil - CANCELLED
9:30pm –11:00pm
Music
Please note that this performance has been cancelled. It's probably safe to say that you've never heard anything like Brothers of Brazil before. The brotherly duo makes some of the most original songs around, combining elements of Bossa Nova and samba with rock and funk.
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