Being able to choose is my greatest success, says Paulo Vilhena on returning to the stage
Actor Paulo Vilhena discusses his return to the theater after a five-year hiatus to focus on family and personal choices.
After a five-year hiatus to focus on family life, Paulo Vilhena makes his theatrical comeback in Juca de Oliveira's comedy 'Qualquer Gato Vira-Lata Tem Uma Vida Sexual Mais Sadia que a Nossa' directed by Alexandre Reinecke. Vilhena reveals that his ability to choose his career path and how he balances personal life with professional demands is a significant success for him.
Vilhena had taken time off to dedicate himself to his marriage and paternity, a period in which he contemplated his personal and artistic priorities. His return to the stage is marked not only by the desire to act again but also by a renewed perspective on what success means to him, centering on autonomy and artistic freedom rather than mere fame or visibility.
The play itself, which translates to 'Any Stray Cat Has a Healthier Sex Life than Ours,' is an exploration of relationships and comedic intricacies that reflects societal norms. As he steps back into the limelight, Vilhena’s reflections on choosing paths that resonate with his values could inspire others in the industry to reconsider their notions of success and fulfillment in both personal and professional realms.