Feb 13 • 08:00 UTC 🇧🇷 Brazil G1 (PT)

From Anhembi to Sapucaí: meet the Amazonians who help bring the samba schools' parades in São Paulo and Rio to life

Amazonians are playing key roles in the upcoming samba school parades in São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro during Carnival.

As Carnival approaches, all eyes will be on the samba school parades taking place in São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro, drawing massive international attention. Among those contributing to these vibrant performances are talented artists and professionals from the Amazonas region who have traveled across Brazil to showcase their skills at the renowned sambódromos of Anhembi and Marquês de Sapucaí.

The samba school parades are scheduled to begin this weekend, with São Paulo's festivities kicking off on Friday the 13th and continuing through Saturday, while Rio de Janeiro will host its main events on Monday and Tuesday, the 15th and 16th of February, respectively. The Amazonas artists will be integral to these celebrations, participating in various capacities from creating elaborate costumes and thematic narratives to performing as key figures in the parades.

One notable mention is Tamires Assis, who has been announced as the 'Musa' (Muse) for the Camisa Verde e Branco samba school in São Paulo’s Special Group. This reflects not only her individual talent but also highlights the broader representation of Amazonians in this grand cultural event, emphasizing the collaboration and cultural exchange between different Brazilian regions during Carnival.

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