ROXY DINNER SHOW: THE NEW ENTERTAINMENT ICON IN RIO DE JANEIRO IN A COMPLETE SENSORY EXPERIENCE OF BRAZILIAN CULTURE AND GASTRONOMY

On October 17, 2024, Rio de Janeiro opens a new icon of Brazilian tourism: the Roxy Dinner Show. Copacabana's iconic Art Deco cinema restored and transformed, it now becomes a grand entertainment space, a stage for a immersive show that celebrates the cultural richness of Brazil's five regions.

Inspired by renowned show houses such as Moulin Rouge, in Paris, Señor Tango, in Buenos Aires, and Estravaganza, in Las Vegas, the Roxy Dinner Show will offer a unique and unprecedented experience in Brazil, with an infrastructure and quality that position Rio de Janeiro on the same level as the main tourist destinations in the world.

A new tourist destination in Rio de Janeiro

Rio de Janeiro, one of the most desired cities in the world, annually receives around 13.5 million national tourists and 1.5 million international visitors. Recognized for its natural beauty and world-famous tourist attractions such as Sugarloaf Mountain, the Christ the Redeemer and Copacabana beach — the “little princess of the sea” —, the city is now prepares to enrich its cultural offer with the arrival of the Roxy Dinner Show.

With a modern and sophisticated infrastructure, the Roxy Dinner Show will meet the growing demand for high standard nighttime entertainment, which does not exist in Rio de Janeiro. It will offer a vibrant and sophisticated show for the whole family, with an age rating free.

The space appears as a new nighttime entertainment option for Rio residents, foreign and Brazilian tourists from all cities in the country and lovers of culture, Brazilian music and gastronomy.

A restored and reimagined monument

Opened in 1938, the Roxy cinema was, for decades, a monument to the Art Deco style and the largest exhibition hall in Brazil, with capacity for up to 1,700 people. With project by the renowned Sérgio Moreira Dias and Ana Lúcia Jucá, Roxy will receive a reinterpretation architectural style with contemporary details, whilst maintaining the main elements that distinguished that important cultural space, present in the affective memory of people and the history of the city. The glamor begins at the entrance, with a new sidewalk made of Portuguese stones that make reference to the famous Copacabana boardwalk.

Its revitalized façade features classic cylindrical columns detached from the frame panels, enhancing their shapes, now with a new golden color, representative of the golden age of cinema. THE renovation of the external frame maintained the transparency and visualization of the space interior.

Upon entering the renowned foyer, the public will be able to perceive the balance between the modernity of the current elements and the construction details preserved since the inauguration, with emphasis on the main staircase, whose pink limestone floor was restored, in addition to the golden railings in their original forms, the internal granite columns black and the old artistic panel located at the top of the central space, preserved and recomposed, representing dance, music and scenic art, advocating the transformation of the cinema into a culturally diverse theater.

New elements were applied to the foyer, making it more current and sophisticated. The floor received absolute black granite, also present in the old square columns of the space. The cylindrical columns received a new golden color. The walls were covered with mirror mosaics, as well as functional panels such as decorative lamps, with details in golden brass, complemented by noble wood joinery. Sconces and Deco style pendant chandeliers were installed in the foyer, completing the ambiance and reminiscent of the style of the original period.

The audience received treatment in carpentry with indirect lighting, with acoustic functions and decorative. The orange carpet and the beautiful golden velvet curtain are elements of highlighted in the composition of the space, translating elegance and comfort. The guardrails of main staircase of the foyer will be elements of reference and integration between the environments of the Roxy, combining history and sophistication.

The lamp dome on the ceiling of the audience was rediscovered and presented according to the project original, measuring 280 square meters and weighing more than two tons, becoming the Roxy's most emblematic architectural style, revitalized to recapture its heyday and, at the same time, at the same time, offer a contemporary structure for entertainment.

The original domed structure, designed by engineer Emílio Henrique Baumgart, was restored, and the entire house received insulation and acoustic comfort treatment.

A cinematic and sensorial journey through Brazil

On the approximately 400 square meter stage, the public will find a panel of 210 square meter concave LED, with 4D technology, which will provide a 180° immersive cinematic experience. This feature will allow you to travel through beauties and icons of Brazil, from Pelourinho, in Salvador, to the depths of Amazon.

With capacity for 680 people, the Roxy Dinner Show was designed to offer a true multisensory experience. An innovative light design project, which involves famous luminaire dome, interacts directly with the presentation, creating a spectacle immersive experience that connects viewers to the best of Brazilian culture.

Every detail was designed to provide an unforgettable experience, combining visual and sounds.

That Hug: the great show

Under the general direction of Abel Gomes, responsible for the opening and closing of the Rio 2016 Olympics, the show “Aquele Abraço” celebrates the diversity and the joy of Brazil in a mega production aimed at the whole family.

Accompanied by the Roxy Band, dozens of singers, actors, dancers and musicians present a show that travels through the rhythms and cultural expressions of Brazil, from samba to Funk, from Frevo to Bossa Nova, passing through poetry, street art and the customs of different regions.

“It is an honor to be able to participate in the revitalization of the Roxy, a historical icon that is part of my emotional memory and that of so many generations. Our show will showcase the essence of Brazilian folklore and music, providing the public with an immersive experience of what Rio and all regions of Brazil are all about. Every detail of the show was designed to convey the joy and essence of the Brazilian people. I'm putting all of mine experience and passion for art in this project so that people leave feeling emotional and I want to come back.", says Abel Gomes, general director of Roxy.

With scenic direction and choreography by Priscilla Mota and Rodrigo Negri, winners of the Carnival by Unidos do Viradouro, and script by Leonardo Bruno, the show is a true mosaic of Brazilianness, destined to enchant both national and international tourists. international as well as the locals themselves.

The musical direction is by Pretinho da Serrinha, with a repertoire that includes more than 50 songs with different national rhythms. With costumes designed by Leonardo Bora and Gabriel Haddad, carnival artists from the school of samba Grande Rio, the show features 350 exclusive costumes and a cast of 60 artists on scene. It is an immersive and sensorial experience, further enriched by the lighting design of Maneco Quinderé.

“Being part of the ‘Aquele Abraço’ team at the brand-new Roxy is going down in history, in a new chapter of one of the most famous neighborhoods in the world. Hail, Copacabana!” says Pretinho da Serrinha, musical director of the show.

“For us, it is a huge satisfaction to create a show with the face of Brazil, the plurality of our artists excites us.”, say Priscila Motta and Rodrigo Neri, scenic and choreography directors of the Roxy Dinner Show.

“Creating the Roxy’s reopening show is a privilege for any artist. We want the public to leave the Roxy with pride in seeing the rebirth of this house, with proud to see that we are able to create such a great show, but, most importantly, proud to be Brazilian.”, says Leonardo Bruno, screenwriter for the Roxy Dinner Show.

Complete gastronomic and musical experience

The Roxy Dinner Show will run from Thursday to Saturday, from 7:30 pm to 11:15 pm, and on Sundays, from 7pm to 10:45pm. Dinner will be served over 2 hours, while the public enjoys live music with the Banda Roxy trio, who will play Bossa Nova and Music hits Brazilian Popular. After dinner, the show “Aquele Abraço” begins, lasting 1:30am, providing a full night of entertainment.

The gastronomic experience is designed by chef Danilo Parah, one of the most awarded Brazilian chefs. Each season of the year, renowned chefs in the country will be invited to create exclusive menus, masterfully executed by the house's executive chef, Caio Silva. THE Roxy Dinner Show kitchen designed to meet the highest standards gastronomic, occupies a space of 800 square meters and offers a excellent cuisine, comparable to that of the best hotels in the world.

About the Roxy Dinner Show

“Rio is unique from a tourism point of view, with high hotel occupancy rates, but there was a lack of a high standard evening entertainment option for the whole family, to cariocas and tourists who visit the city, that's why I decided to create and invest in Roxy Dinner Show, which promises to be the biggest show of its kind in the world and a new reference in entertainment in Brazil”, says Alexandre Accioly, entrepreneur at the head of enterprise.

“Investing in Rio de Janeiro in a project as magnificent as the Roxy Dinner Show is a privilege. Recover a traditional and historic space and give the city a quality home international, uniting the past with the technological sophistication of entertainment, makes me believe that being in the Marvelous City, more than an investment, is a source of pride”, reveals businessman Dody Sirena, partner and founder of DC Set Group.

“Roxy is a source of pride for all of us Brazilians, a unique project, with 100% Brazilianness, and will rescue the history and culture of our country in a grand spectacle. We are bringing something innovative, which promises to delight both locals and tourists, providing an unforgettable experience in one of the most iconic settings in Rio”, adds Cicão Chies, partner and founder of DC Set Group.

Infrastructure and innovation for a complete experience: space for corporate and academic events

The Roxy Dinner Show can also be used for conferences, lectures, graduations and corporate events. The amphitheater will be available Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m, with all the sound and light equipment necessary to hold events of high standard. In addition, breakfast and coffee services may be offered. breaks or lunch, providing a complete and comfortable experience of high standard for companies.

The Roxy Dinner Show project is carried out by Accioly Participações and DC Set Group, which represented an investment of R$65 million and was planned to be a of the largest and most versatile entertainment houses in the world.

Service:

Roxy Dinner Show Rua Bolívar, 45 – Copacabana – Rio de Janeiro Opening hours: Thursday to Saturday: from 7:30 pm to 11:15 pm; Sunday: 7pm to 10:45pm Copacabana Package: (Starter, main course, dessert): the customer can choose between 3 starters, 4 main courses and 3 desserts, including vegan options.

Audience: R$580

First mezzanine: R$520

Second mezzanine: R$480

Rio de Janeiro Package: (Amuse-bouche, starter, main course, dessert): the customer enjoy a welcome amuse-bouche and choose from 4 starter options, 6 main dishes and 4 desserts, including vegan options. With additional suggestions for more elaborate dishes for an even more sophisticated experience.)

Audience: R$790

First mezzanine: R$730

Second mezzanine: R$690

Cariocas and residents of Rio de Janeiro will have a special price when purchasing tickets Thursday and Sunday, until the end of the year, upon presentation of proof of residence.

Copacabana Package:

Audience: R$ 464

First mezzanine: R$416

Second mezzanine: R$ 384

Rio de Janeiro Package:

Audience: R$ 632

First mezzanine: R$584

Second mezzanine: R$552

Capacity: 680 seats

Accessibility

We recommend using a taxi and car via app to get around. We offer three embarkation and disembarkation points for greater convenience, in addition to Valet service on site, at the Roxy's main entrance, at Rua Bolívar, 45. On-site ticket office: 10am to 10pm (every day) Payment methods: Visa, Mastercard and Amex cards

Information: https://roxydinnershow.com.br/ Buy tickets: https://roxydinnershow.com.br/venda-ingressos/