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Claudio Erlichman

           Publicist, graduated in Advertising & Marketing from ESPM (Escola Superior de Propaganda e Marketing) and post-graduated from UCSD (University of California of San Diego), School of the Visual Arts and Parson's School/New School (New York).  He presented radio shows on musical theater at Radio Cultura FM and wrote about cinema at the site Pletz.com. In 2006, he organized and directed "Cante-com-a-gente" at Teatro Folha presenting famous musical movies "sing-a-long" sessions, event unprecedented in Brazil.

From 2008 to 2011, he worked in the Official Press of the State of São PauloIMESP, where he was executive editor of “Coleção Aplauso” - http://aplauso.imprensaoficial.com.br/, publishing about 310 books. Various books of “Coleção Aplauso” were finalists and winners of Prêmio Jabuti de Literatura (the highest award of Brazilian literature). “Coleção Aplauso” also won the Special Trophy from the Association of Art Critics of São Paulo (APCA), in recognition for the support and encouragement of arts and culture.

Currently, Claudio Erlichman collaborates with Rubens Ewald Filho, the most distinguished critic of cinema in Brazil, in the organization of a collection of guides of movies on DVD and Blu-ray and writes about musical theater in a weekly electronic newsletter “Colunas & Notas”, which is sent to a VIP mailing list of people connected to the area of culture and entertainment. He also works as a producer to the group Conteúdo Teatral (http://www.conteudoteatral.com.br/), where he contributes with advertising creation, develops projects and provides international consulting. Conteudo Teatral manages Teatro Folha, in São Paulo City, and Teatro Amil, in Campinas. There he also has the function of creative advisor for productions, researching for texts and ideas for projects such as:
 

2005 – O Estrangeiro (The Foreigner), by Larry Shue

2008 – O Mala (The Nerd), by Larry Shue

2010 – Enquanto Isso (The Norman Conquests), a trilogy by Alan Ayckbourn

2011– ...E O Vento Não Levou (Moonlight and Magnolias), by Ron Huntchinson

2012 – Equus, by Peter Shaffer

2012 – Um Violinista no Telhado (Fiddler on the Roof), a highly musical theater production, at Teatro Alpha in São Paulo, after a huge success at Teatro Oi Casagrande in Rio de Janeiro, obtaining the rights to produce the play and suggesting the brilliant directors Claudio Botelho and Charles Moeller, along with many other contributions which guaranteed the achievement of this production. 

2013 – A Minha Primeira Vez (My First Time), by Ken Davenport.

2014 – Todos Os Musicais de Chico Buarque em 90 Minutos, by Claudio Botelho and Charles Möeller

2015 – Dez Encontros (Blue Room), by David Hare

2015 – Nine, Um Musical Felliniano (Nine), by Maury Yeston e Arthur Kopit

2016 – Jogo Aberto (It’s Just Sex), by Jeff Gould

2016 – BroadWish - From Shtetl to Broadway, book and direction

2017 - O Empréstimo (El Crédito), by Jordi Galcerán




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First Show:

- Annie (in the USA) - Aí Vem o Dilúvio (in Brazil)

Favorite Show:

TOP 10 (Not in order of preference): -Cabaret -Godspell -Fiddler on the Roof -Follies -West Side Story -Morte Vida Severina -A Ópera do Malandro -How to Succeed in Business... -Hair -Company



Neil LaBute's Perverse Comedy THE MONEY SHOT Opens in Brazil
Neil LaBute's Perverse Comedy THE MONEY SHOT Opens in Brazil
October 21, 2023

The Money Shot is a perverse and insightful comedy that explores acid humor to create a reflection on ambition, art, status, sex in the North American entertainment industry when narrating the drama of Karen and Steve, movie stars who can no longer achieve great success on the big screen.

Using Brazilian Rhythms MUNDAREU DE MIM Talks About Love, Mourning and Longing with Carnival as a Background
Using Brazilian Rhythms MUNDAREU DE MIM Talks About Love, Mourning and Longing with Carnival as a Background
October 3, 2023

The show takes place during a Carnival party, common to all Brazilians. Every year, throughout Carnival and Ash Wednesday, people who have already departed from this plane - but did not die, “became homesick”, as the production explains - can once again walk among the living, in the middle of the crowd and once in costumes, they will not be seen.

Opera CENDRILLON (Cinderela), by Pauline Viardot, Opens at Theatro São Pedro
Opera CENDRILLON (Cinderela), by Pauline Viardot, Opens at Theatro São Pedro
October 2, 2023

The opera will be presented in Portuguese and will feature black artists, such as soprano Marly Montoni and tenors Jean William and Mar Oliveira among the main characters; with Priscila Bomfim in the musical direction and Julianna Santos in the scenic direction. In celebration of Children's Day, there will be a performance on October 12th, at 5pm.

Starring Laila Garin, the Award-Winning Show ELIS, A MUSICAL Returns to Sao Paulo in a Special Edition Commemorating 10 Years
Starring Laila Garin, the Award-Winning Show ELIS, A MUSICAL Returns to Sao Paulo in a Special Edition Commemorating 10 Years
October 1, 2023

Elis, A Musical will open a special 10th anniversary edition at Teatro Sergio Cardoso, in Sao Paulo, and will run until November 05th. It once again features award-winning actress Laila Garin in the role of Elis Regina and Claudio Lins as Cesar Camargo Mariano, with direction by Dennis Carvalho and book by Nelson Motta and Patrícia Andrade.

Hello, Gorgeous: FUNNY GIRL is Produced for the First Time in Brazil
Hello, Gorgeous: FUNNY GIRL is Produced for the First Time in Brazil
September 13, 2023

Funny Girl gets a Brazilian production directed by Barchilon, starring Giulia Nadruz and Eriberto Leao as protagonists. With score by J. Styne, and lyrics by B. Merrill, the semi-biographical plot is based on the life and career of comedian and Broadway star Fanny Brice, featuring her stormy relationship with entrepreneur and gambler Nick Arnstein.

Celebrating Theater in São Paulo City, BIBI FERREIRA AWARD Announces Nominees for the 10th Edition
Celebrating Theater in São Paulo City, BIBI FERREIRA AWARD Announces Nominees for the 10th Edition
September 13, 2023

O evento que, desde 2012, vem reunindo cada vez mais os grandes profissionais do teatro brasileiro, se prepara para mais uma noite especial dedicada a artistas, criativos, técnicos e todos aqueles que fazem a magia da arte acontecer em grande estilo. Marcado para 17 de outubro, no Teatro Santander, localizado no Complexo JK Iguatemi, o espaço será palco do Prêmio Bibi Ferreira pela terceira vez, e conta com a apresentação do Santander, através da Lei de Incentivo à Cultura.

Popular Movie in the 1990s, UMA LINDA MULHER - O MUSICAL (Pretty Woman) Opens in Brazil
Popular Movie in the 1990s, UMA LINDA MULHER - O MUSICAL (Pretty Woman) Opens in Brazil
August 29, 2023

UMA LINDA MULHER (Pretty Woman) is based on the movie of the same name. It centers on the relationship between Vivian, a free spirited Hollywood prostitute, and Edward, a wealthy businessman. The production that arrives in Brazil for the first time has a cast of 25 singer/actors, led by the protagonists Jarbas Homem de Mello and Thais Piza.

Bringing Together a Shakespeare Classic and Songs by Cole Porter KISS ME, KATE! Opens in Sao Paulo
Bringing Together a Shakespeare Classic and Songs by Cole Porter KISS ME, KATE! Opens in Sao Paulo
August 16, 2023

Kiss Me, Kate! is a musical written by Bella and Samuel Spewack ,with music and lyrics by Cole Porter. The story involves the production of a musical version of Shakespeare's The Taming of the Shrew and the conflict on and off-stage between Fred Graham, the show's director, producer, and star, and his leading lady, his ex-wife Lilli Vanessi.

For the First Time in Latin America DISNEY PRINCESS – THE CONCERT Opens in Brazil
For the First Time in Latin America DISNEY PRINCESS – THE CONCERT Opens in Brazil
August 14, 2023

For the first time in Latin America, Disney Princess – The Concert arrives in Brazil as an innovative, magical and enchanting experience, with the presentation of unforgettable songs from more than 20 classic productions in a show with projections, lights and special effects, produced by Aventurinha together with Disney.

Album of the Show REVISTA BABADEIRA is Released on All Music Platforms with a Pocket-show
Album of the Show REVISTA BABADEIRA is Released on All Music Platforms with a Pocket-show
August 8, 2023

The album features eleven new songs composed by Danilo Dunas for the show of the same name, sung by drag queens.

'Electro Opera' IRON – THE MAN IN THE IRON MASK Breaks the Li-mits Between Stage and Audience
'Electro Opera' IRON – THE MAN IN THE IRON MASK Breaks the Li-mits Between Stage and Audience
August 3, 2023

The audience will meet an unprecedented interactive experience. An unconventional musical, conceived and directed by Ulysses Cruz, with a libretto by Marcos Daud and music by Elton Towersey, which promotes a sensory dive into the mysterious adventure of a man whose identity has been hidden for over 350 years: the man in the iron mask.

Brazilian Production of SPONGEBOB THE MUSICAL Brings a Splish Splash of Enchantment, Fantasy and Current Issues
Brazilian Production of SPONGEBOB THE MUSICAL Brings a Splish Splash of Enchantment, Fantasy and Current Issues
August 2, 2023

SpongeBob and his incorrigible optimism have won over generations of fans for over 20 years and have taken the Broadway stage, becoming a highly successful musical with original songs by the likes of David Bowie, Cindy Lauper and Sara Bareilles, among others. Onstage, famous Nickelodeon characters will try to save Bikini Bottom from extinction.

CASSIA ELLER, o MUSICAL Revivals in Sao Paulo with Tacy's Breathtaking Performance
CASSIA ELLER, o MUSICAL Revivals in Sao Paulo with Tacy's Breathtaking Performance
July 31, 2023

Musical seen by more than 400 thousand spectators, returns to Sao Paulo, for a season of 15 performances at Teatro Opus. A woman of few words, a singer of infinite sounds and such a sweet, friendly voice in life, she was strong and surprising in her art. With less than 40 years of life and 20 of career, Eller left us at the height of her career.

The 1980s Did Not End in the New Musical that Opens at Teatro Claro SP
The 1980s Did Not End in the New Musical that Opens at Teatro Claro SP
July 20, 2023

Rescuing successes that marked the decade in Brazil and the world, the musical will have Sandra Sá as the protagonist and will be the first with a sign language interpreter and audio description in all sessions.

After Tremendous Success in Rio International Megahit MAMMA MIA! Opens in Sao Paulo
After Tremendous Success in Rio International Megahit MAMMA MIA! Opens in Sao Paulo
July 18, 2023

Mamma Mia! is a jukebox musical based on songs recorded by Swedish group ABBA. The heroine of the show is Donna, who keeps a tavern on a small Greek island and plans to marry Sophie, her daughter. Trying to figure out who her father is, Sophie invites the three most likely candidates to the wedding, setting the scene for farcical complications.

Adapted for this Day and Age, the Classic THE WIZARD OF OZ Opens in Sao Paulo
Adapted for this Day and Age, the Classic THE WIZARD OF OZ Opens in Sao Paulo
July 14, 2023

Opens at Procopio Ferreira theater, in Sao Paulo, the musical The Wizard of Oz, inspired by the literary work of L. Frank Braum, released in the year 1900. In this production of the classic, adapted for today, Miss Dorothy is played by Duda Pimenta, Danielle Winits as the Bad Witch, Sienna Belle as Glinda and Frederico Reuter, the Magician.

Theatro Sao Pedro Opens Leos Janacek's THE CUNNING LITTLE VIXEN
Theatro Sao Pedro Opens Leos Janacek's THE CUNNING LITTLE VIXEN
July 13, 2023

The opera's libretto was adapted by the composer from a 1920 serialized novella, Liška Bystrouška. For the title of the opera, Příhody means tales; lišky is the genitive of vixen. Bystroušky, still genitive, is the pun sharp, having the double meaning of pointed, like fox ears, and clever.

Pop Shakespeare: SOMETHING ROTTEN! A Hilarious Celebration of Musical Theatre Opens in Brazil
Pop Shakespeare: SOMETHING ROTTEN! A Hilarious Celebration of Musical Theatre Opens in Brazil
July 5, 2023

Something Rotten! is a musical comedy set in 1595. The story follows the Bottom brothers, who struggle to find success in the theatrical world as they compete with the wild popularity of their contemporary William Shakespeare. Directed by Gustavo Barchilon, the musical stars Marcos Veras, George Sauma, Laila Garin, Leo Bahia and a great cast.

A Hilarious Marital Crisis is the Theme of Musical ACORDEI CANTANDO (I Woke Up Singing)
A Hilarious Marital Crisis is the Theme of Musical ACORDEI CANTANDO (I Woke Up Singing)
June 28, 2023

In Acordei Cantando an actress, at the height of her career, is married to an important lawyer who seems to have no artistic vocation. However, with the help of a hilarious oriental doctor, one day he wakes up singing! The musical was written by Ricardo Ripa, musical direction and original songs by Ricardo Severo, and direction by Homem de Melo.

Teatro Sergio Cardoso Presents CAVALLERIA RUSTICANA, One of ohe Most Staged Opera in the World
Teatro Sergio Cardoso Presents CAVALLERIA RUSTICANA, One of ohe Most Staged Opera in the World
June 26, 2023

On June 30th and July 1st, Friday and Saturday, at 8:30 pm, Teatro Sergio Cardoso presents the opera Cavalleria Rusticana, by composer Pietro Mascagni. The piece is the first presentation of the project “A Caminho do Interior”, a promotion of the Consulate General of Italy in Sao Paulo in partnership with the Instituto Italiano di Cultura San Paolo.



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