Cultural festivals held in Brazil

The VI Monologue Marathon – Em Cena Elas has commenced at the Municipal Theater of Canela, Brazil. Running until October 24, the event features a competitive showcase, guest performances, workshops, and debates. A highlight of the program is the presentation of the Nydia Guimarães Trophy to actress Sandra Dani on October 22.

In Porto Alegre, the XI Nossa Arte State Festival is scheduled to take place from October 20 to 23. Organized by the Federation of APAEs of Rio Grande do Sul (Feapaes-RS), the festival serves as a major inclusion event for artists with intellectual disabilities, multiple disabilities, and autism. The program includes 64 stage performances, 45 visual arts works, and 14 literary works at the PUCRS Assembly Hall.