Mário de Andrade
Mário de Andrade was a pivotal figure in Brazilian literature and music, widely regarded as one of the founders of modernist literature in Brazil. Born in 1893, he played a crucial role in the cultural movement known as Modernismo, which sought to break away from traditional forms and embrace new, innovative styles. His most famous works include 'Macunaíma', a novel that reflects the complexities of Brazilian identity, and various essays on music and culture. Andrade was also a passionate advocate for Brazilian music and is known for his contributions to the promotion of samba and folk music. His legacy continues to influence writers, musicians, and artists in Brazil and beyond.
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Mário de Andrade is referenced in relation to the library where the art theft occurred.
Detido um dos suspeitos do roubo de obras de Matisse em biblioteca de São Paulo | Arte
Portugal· 2025-12-08The Biblioteca Mário de Andrade is named after the famous writer who created the Municipal Department of Culture of São Paulo in 1935.
Roubo à Biblioteca Mário de Andrade: criminosos levaram obras de Matisse e Portinari; veja lista
Liechtenstein· 2025-12-08
Mário de Andrade is a famous writer who the library is named after.
Criminosos armados invadem biblioteca Mário de Andrade, no centro de SPLiechtenstein· 2025-12-07Mário de Andrade is associated with the library that was invaded and robbed.
Homens invadem biblioteca Mário de Andrade em São Paulo e roubam obras de arte
Brazil· 2025-12-07
Andrade wrote the libretto for the opera 'Café', which included themes related to rural workers.
Disputas ideológicas respingam no Theatro Municipal de SP e provocam debate sobre politização de óperasBrazil· 2025-12-04
Mário de Andrade's house in São Paulo is a cultural space that showcases his contributions to Brazilian culture.
Para conhecer de perto a vida por trás da obra: confira 10 museus-casas de autores brasileirosLiechtenstein· 2025-10-19
Mário de Andrade was one of the great intellectuals who gathered in the Estadão's newsroom to found the Sociedade Cultura Artística.
Teatro Cultura Artística nasceu no ‘Estadão’ e é palco da festa dos 150 anos do jornal; veja vídeoLiechtenstein· 2025-10-09
Mário de Andrade is referenced as the author of the book that fascinated the narrator in her youth.
leia uma crônica da jornalista e tradutoraBrazil· 2025-07-27
Mário de Andrade is referenced as the creator of the character Macunaíma, who embodies the 'anti-hero' of Brazilian culture.
Macunaíma é eleito o melhor drinque e se firma como clássico moderno da coquetelaria brasileiraLiechtenstein· 2025-07-02
Mário de Andrade is highlighted as a notable figure whose biography is available through the digital project at the cemetery.
em SP, Cemitério da Consolação tem tour temático e QR Codes em jazigos históricosBrazil· 2025-06-14
Mário de Andrade was a poet and one of the closest associates of Agostinho Neto.
День не такой и чужой жизни глазами журналиста-шпиона
Belarus· 2025-05-14
Mário de Andrade is one of the greatest intellectuals in Brazil, known for his contributions to literature and music.
Por que você deveria conhecer a casa de Mário de Andrade? Veja como ficou após expansãoLiechtenstein· 2025-05-04
Mário de Andrade was a significant intellectual in Brazil who lived and died in the house that now bears his name.
Por que você deveria conhecer a casa de Mário de Andrade? Veja como ficou após expansãoLiechtenstein· 2025-04-13Mario de Andrade was a contemporary of Gabriela Mistral and a significant figure in Brazilian literature.
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Venezuela· 2025-04-11
Mário de Andrade is honored in the enredo 'Brasiléia Desvairada: a Busca de Mário de Andrade por um País'.
Quem vai ser a campeã do carnaval de São Paulo? Veja a lista de todas as vencedorasBrazil· 2025-03-04