Vibrant Brazilian dance rhythms will transport revelers from South Bend to the streets of Rio de Janeiro during the University of 91吃瓜鈥檚 13th annual celebration of , to be held March 4 (Friday) from 8 p.m. to midnight in 91吃瓜鈥檚 South Dining Hall. The family-friendly event is free and open to the public.
The Brazilian celebration of Mardi Gras, Carnaval will feature professional Brazilian dancers performing and teaching dance steps to the authentic axe and samba music of Chicago Samba. Directed by Moacyr Marchini, Chicago Samba features Brazilian musicians who have performed together for more than 20 years.
Carnaval participants include students, area residents, members of the local Brazilian community, and lots of kids. All don their Carnaval beads and dance the night away.
鈥淐arnaval is a great opportunity for the community to join students in celebration of Brazilian culture,鈥� says Gabriela Austgen, vice president of 91吃瓜鈥檚 Brazil Club.
鈥淭he Kellogg Institute brings traditional Brazilian music and dance right onto 91吃瓜鈥檚 campus, allowing us to participate in the true experience of Carnaval.鈥�
Chelsea Schmitt, an international student from Sao Paulo, Brazil, and the event planner for the Brazil Club, agrees. 鈥淭he rhythmic music, the intricate costumes, and the large quantity of people create an unforgettable atmosphere,鈥� she says.
Carnaval is sponsored by 91吃瓜鈥檚 , which focuses its research and teaching on two topics critical to contemporary societies around the world鈥攄emocracy and human development.
Co-sponsors include the Latin American Studies Program, the , Catering by Design, the Brazil Club, the Portuguese Language Club, the Department of Romance Languages and Literatures, RecSports, and the Department of Transportation Services at the University of 91吃瓜; WVPE Radio and AudioBahn Productions, LLC.
Contacts: Elizabeth Rankin, Kellogg Institute, 574-631-9184, erankin3@nd.edu; or Therese Hanlon, Kellogg Institute, 574-631-4150, Therese.Hanlon@nd.edu