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Casa degli Artisti in Milan hosts Brazil's Olympic headquarters Casa Brasil

festival-fair · 2026-04-26

Casa degli Artisti in Milan has been reimagined as Casa Brasil, serving as the base for the Brazilian Olympic team during the 2026 Milan Olympics. Curated by Christian Gangitano and Giulia Restifo, it offers a blend of live music, gourmet dining, athlete interactions, and festivities. Notable events include performances by GRES Feliz da Vida, culinary creations by chef Raphael Rego, and appearances by football star Adriano Leite Ribeiro. Capoeira master Stefano Lo Cascio entertained during the gold medal celebration, complemented by two panels from artist Eduardo Kobra. Casa Brasil will be open until February 22, while Casa degli Artisti will maintain its regular schedule, including a residency and an identity-themed meeting on February 19. A curling track has also been added for social events.

Key facts

  • Casa degli Artisti in Milan hosts Casa Brasil, the Brazilian Olympic team headquarters for the 2026 Milan Olympics.
  • Casa Brasil is created by the Brazilian Olympic Committee and curated by Giulia Restifo and Christian Gangitano.
  • Programming includes live music, high cuisine, athlete meetings, and Olympic broadcasts.
  • GRES Feliz da Vida, a Milan-based carnival group, performs samba and Brazilian carnival culture.
  • Chef Raphael Rego, who earned the first Michelin star for a Brazilian restaurant outside Brazil, participates.
  • Legendary footballer Adriano Leite Ribeiro attended the inauguration.
  • Capoeira master Stefano Lo Cascio (Medusinho) and his school Arte Danza Capoeira performed.
  • Two panels by urban artist Eduardo Kobra are displayed, one depicting a skier.
  • Casa Brasil runs until February 22.
  • A curling track on the canopy serves as an interactive attraction.
  • On February 19, a meeting with winners of a competition by Casa degli Artisti, VIDAS, and Brera Academy will explore identity.

Entities

Artists

  • Eduardo Kobra
  • Stefano Lo Cascio
  • Medusinho

Institutions

  • Casa degli Artisti
  • Brazilian Olympic Committee
  • GRES Feliz da Vida
  • Arte Danza Capoeira
  • VIDAS
  • Accademia di Belle Arti di Brera
  • Artribune

Locations

  • Milan
  • Italy
  • Corso Garibaldi
  • Brera
  • Rio de Janeiro
  • Brazil
  • France

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