The programs described on this page are samples. We can develop a new custom program on any subject, anywhere in the Western Hemisphere or Europe, including locations in the United States for “study away” programs. We specialize in community-based and culturally-immersive experiences.
Brazil: Performance for Social Change
Brazil: Performance for Social Change
Students will explore Rio de Janeiro's vibrant cultural and social landscape through workshops, historical tours, and community engagement, focusing on performance, art, and social justice.
Program Highlights
Workshops and performance with Theater of the Oppressed
Visit to Rio’s iconic sites: sugarloaf, Christ the Redeemer, and Copacabana
Time to explore Rio and relax on the beach
This 7-day Rio de Janeiro program immerses students in the city’s rich cultural and social dynamics, blending tourism, art, and community interaction. Activities include exploring Rio’s historical center, engaging in workshops with the Theater of the Oppressed, and experiencing local traditions through Capoeira and Samba classes. Through guided tours, hands-on workshops, and community performances, students will delve into Rio’s artistic heritage, social issues, and the impact of performance art on social justice.
Day 1
Arrival to Rio de Janeiro. Tour of Rio’s historic center. Orientation and welcome dinner.
Day 2
Time at Ipanema Beach. Visit to Sugarloaf, Botanic Garden. Sunset view at Arpoador Rock.
Day 3 - 4
Workshop with Theater of the Oppressed.
Day 5
Visit to the Nova Iguaçu neighborhood. Final performance with Theater of Oppressed. Capoeira class.
Day 6
Visit to Museu do Amanhã. Free time at Copacabana Beach. Farewell dinner.
Day 7
Departure.
