# Event Details

- **Event Name**: BARBATUQUES direct from Brazil / Opening Act Victor Anastacio
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 15 Aug, 2026 at 07:00 pm
- **Event Description**: ??Saravah proudly presents the **Brazilian Grooves Concert Series** a vibrant, year-round celebration of Brazilian music, culture, and community in Ottawa. 

Featuring BARBATUQUES ??
Opening act: Victor Anastacio

? Saturday, August 15, 2026
? National Arts Centre – Fourth Stage
? Doors: 7:00 PM | Show: 7:30 PM


For one unforgettable evening, experience the extraordinary artistry of Barbatuques—the internationally acclaimed Brazilian body percussion phenomenon. 
Featuring co-founders Lu Horta, Helô Ribeiro, and Mariah Rocha, this intimate concert explores the limitless possibilities of the human body as an instrument.

Through original compositions and beloved Barbatuques repertoire, the trio creates a mesmerizing musical journey where claps, breaths, footsteps, body percussion, and soaring vocal harmonies come together in a performance that is joyful, powerful, and deeply rooted in Brazilian rhythms.

Joining them on stage are David Dafré (guitar) and Marcelo Effori (samplers & percussion), adding rich contemporary textures to this unique musical encounter between Brazil and Canada.

? Opening the evening is Ottawa-based Brazilian classical guitarist and composer Victor Anastacio, presenting music from his acclaimed project **Moongate**. Inspired by landscapes and visual art, his impressionistic compositions for classical guitar, flute, and double bass invite audiences into an intimate world of atmosphere, colour, and emotion.

Whether you're discovering Brazilian music for the first time or you're already a fan, this is a rare opportunity to experience some of Brazil's most innovative artists live in Ottawa.

?️ Tickets available through the National Arts Centre.

? Learn more about Barbatuques:
[www.barbatuques.com.br](http://www.barbatuques.com.br)

We can't wait to celebrate with you!

This concert is partly funded by Heritage Canada 

PORTUGUESE VERSION:

?? Saravah apresenta a série de concertos Brazilian Grooves, uma vibrante celebração da música, da cultura e da comunidade brasileira em Ottawa durante todo o ano.

? BARBATUQUES ??
Show de abertura: Victor Anastacio

? Sábado, 15 de agosto de 2026
? National Arts Centre – Fourth Stage
? Abertura das portas 19h | Início do show: 19h30

Prepare-se para uma noite inesquecível com o Barbatuques, o aclamado grupo brasileiro que revolucionou a música corporal e conquistou palcos ao redor do mundo.

Com as cofundadoras Lu Horta, Helô Ribeiro e Mariah Rocha, este concerto intimista explora as infinitas possibilidades do corpo humano como instrumento musical.

Por meio de composições autorais e de clássicos do repertório do Barbatuques, o trio conduz o público por uma experiência musical envolvente, onde palmas, respiração, passos, percussão corporal e harmonias vocais se unem em um espetáculo vibrante, sensível e profundamente enraizado na riqueza rítmica brasileira.

No palco, elas recebem David Dafré (violão) e Marcelo Effori (samplers e percussão), que acrescentam texturas contemporâneas a este encontro musical único entre Brasil e Canadá.

? Abrindo a noite, o violonista clássico, compositor e educador musical brasileiro Victor Anastacio, radicado em Ottawa, apresenta músicas de seu elogiado projeto **Moongate**. Inspiradas por paisagens e artes visuais, suas composições impressionistas para violão, flauta e contrabaixo conduzem o público por um universo de atmosferas, cores e emoções.

Seja para quem está descobrindo a música brasileira pela primeira vez ou para quem já é apaixonado por ela, esta é uma oportunidade rara de assistir, ao vivo em Ottawa, alguns dos artistas mais inovadores do Brasil.

?️ Ingressos disponíveis pelo National Arts Centre.

? Saiba mais sobre o Barbatuques:
[www.barbatuques.com.br](http://www.barbatuques.com.br)

Esperamos você para celebrar conosco!

Este concerto conta com o apoio parcial do Patrimônio Canadense (Canadian Heritage)
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ottawa/barbatuques-direct-from-brazil-opening-act-victor-anastacio/200030497388019
- **Event Categories**: music, concerts, entertainment, live-music, art
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 56

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Ottawa
- **state**: ON
- **country**: Canada
- **location**: National Arts Centre
- **lat**: 45.423579615806
- **long**: -75.693145389392
- **full address**: National Arts Centre, Ottawa, Canada

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is BARBATUQUES direct from Brazil / Opening Act Victor Anastacio being held?
  - **A:** BARBATUQUES direct from Brazil / Opening Act Victor Anastacio takes place on Sat, 15 Aug, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Sat, 15 Aug, 2026 at 07:00 pm at National Arts Centre, Ottawa, Canada.
- **Q**: Who is organizing BARBATUQUES direct from Brazil / Opening Act Victor Anastacio?
  - **A:** BARBATUQUES direct from Brazil / Opening Act Victor Anastacio is organized by Saravah.ca.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** BARBATUQUES direct from Brazil / Opening Act Victor Anastacio is ideal for live music fans, concert-goers, and anyone who enjoys unforgettable performances from their favorite artists in an electric live atmosphere. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Ottawa, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 50+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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