Celebrate Brazilian culture, music, dance, art, and community at Art After Dark: Brazilian Day at the Newark Museum of Art.
Join us for an evening inspired by Brazil’s vibrant cultural traditions and contemporary creative scene, featuring live Brazilian music, dance, performance, poetry, art, and community vendors. From Bossa Nova and Samba to Forró and Brazilian dance, the evening brings together artists and performers for a lively night throughout the Museum.
Whether you’re coming to dance, discover new artists, enjoy live music, explore the galleries, or connect with Newark’s Brazilian community, there’s something for everyone.
Guests can explore the Museum after hours and browse participating community vendors.
Curated by Roger Costa.
Take your Brazilian Day experience up a notch with VIP access and exclusive perks throughout the evening. Your $45 VIP ticket includes:
- VIP Check-In — Skip the general admission line and enjoy a dedicated VIP entrance.
- VIP Bar Section + 1 Complimentary Drink — Enjoy access to our designated VIP bar area with one complimentary drink included.
- VIP Lounge — Relax and recharge in a comfortable space throughout the evening.
- Reserved Viewing Area — Get a dedicated spot to enjoy the night’s live music, dance, and performances.
- Complimentary Arts & Crafts + Temporary Tattoo — Get creative and take home a little piece of Brazilian Day with a free arts and crafts activity or temporary tattoo.
Evening Schedule:
7:00 PM — Doors Open & Welcome
Arrive, explore the Museum, visit participating artists and community vendors, and get settled for the evening.
7:25 PM — Poetry with Renata Ross
Kick off the evening with a poetry presentation by Renata Ross, a writer whose work explores ecology, Indigenous rights, and women’s protection and advocacy.
5-minute presentation
7:30 PM — Interactive Art Showcase by Madu Moreira
Experience art in the making as a participating artist creates a live painting and collage piece, inviting the audience to engage with the creative process.
10-minute presentation
7:45 PM — Drag Performance with Pietra Parker
Enjoy an energetic and inclusive drag performance featuring Pietra Parker, celebrating Brazilian-inspired expression, movement, and performance.
10-minute performance
8:00 PM — Bossa Nova with Bárbara Ádyla
Settle in for a live Bossa Nova performance led by Bárbara Ádyla, a Brazilian vocalist and performer who is well known throughout Newark’s Ironbound community. Bárbara has performed at venues and cultural events throughout the area, including during the 2026 World Cup.
25–30-minute performance
8:35 PM — Afro-Brazilian Dance Workshop with Bruno da Silva
Get moving with professional dance instructor and performer Bruno da Silva in an interactive Afro-Brazilian dance workshop featuring free movement and dance styles inspired by Bahia. No prior dance experience is necessary—come ready to move, learn, and have fun!
25–30-minute workshop
9:20 PM — Forrópera with Felipe Hostins & Chrystal Williams
Close out the evening with Forrópera, featuring Felipe Hostins and Chrystal Williams in a lively celebration of Brazilian musical traditions. Experience the energy of Forró and other Brazilian rhythms in a performance designed to get you moving and bring the evening to a close on a high note.
25–30-minute performance
Explore the Museum
Your Art After Dark experience also includes the opportunity to explore the Newark Museum of Art’s galleries after hours.
Browse a curated selection of community vendors and artists featuring art, crafts, fashion, literature, and more, and connect with creatives and organizations from across the community.
Come experience Brazilian culture through music, movement, art, and community—all in one night at the Museum.
Free with Admission
Free!