The Contemporary Theatre in Rio de Janeiro and in Sao Paulo, 1953-55

During my most pleasant and profitable visit to Brazil last summer I found myself in the midst of the theatre season's activities (it was winter there).* My long-time interest in the stage led me to attend the performances being offered and I decided to prepare a short study on the Brazilian theatre, a genre almost completely unknown outside Brazil.' I became acquainted with theatrical companies, their repertories, casts, and techniques, had conversations with great figures of the stage, and inquired into what had been done in months preceding my visit. Within the limitations imposed by the time and means available, I offer this sketch on the contemporary theatre in Brazil during the last three years. Although I have limited myself to Rio de Janeiro and Sdo Paulo, it is in these two cities that we notice the most active and enthusiastic theatrical ac

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