Founded in 1975 by brothers Artistic Director Paulo Pederneiras and choreographer Rodrigo Pederneiras, the Brazilian dance company Grupo Corpo (meaning “Body Group” in Portuguese) is renowned for its unparalleled blend of popular Brazilian culture, African rhythms and classical technique. The program opens with Pederneiras' 1992 work 21, a ballet divided into three movements that weaves rhythmic and timbral combinations around the number 21. Audiences will be captivated by the musical score’s unique sounds, emanating from composer Marco Antonio Guimarães’ unusual instrumental creations. For Gira, Pederneiras immersed himself in the history and practices of Brazil’s Afro-Brazilian religions, particularly Umbanda, transforming the rituals into a universal expression of humanity and emphasizing the trance-like turning and movement that characterize these ceremonies. “It is the sheer physical virtuosity of the company that is so impressive—the sinuous, athletic bodies seemingly inexhaustible.” —The Guardian, London
The Music Center's Ahmanson Theatre is at 135 N Grand Avenue, Los Angeles, CA.
Camille A. Brown & Dancers (9/12/25-9/14/25)
Hubbard Street Dance Chicago (10/1/23-10/1/23)
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2 Pianos 4 Hands
North Coast Repertory Theatre (12/11 - 12/31) | |
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Disney's The Little Mermaid
Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center (1/9 - 1/11) BUY NOW & SAVE | |
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What Opa Did
Theatre 40 (1/15 - 2/15) | |
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Juan Diego Florez in Recital
Dorothy Chandler Pavilion (2/10 - 2/10) | ||
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OTR: A New Play
OTR: A New Play (11/23 - 11/27) | |
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2025/2026 Season of Shows
LA MIRADA THEATRE (9/19 - 6/28) | |
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EIGHT SECONDS
Golden West College Mainstage Theater (3/6 - 3/15) | |
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Winter Wonderland
Bob Baker Marionette Theater (11/15 - 1/18) | |
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Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
The Music Center’s Dorothy Chandler Pavilion (3/25 - 3/29) | |
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