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Pinacoteca's 120th anniversary highlights silenced narratives and cultural management debates

institutional · 2026-04-19

The Pinacoteca de São Paulo marks its 120th anniversary with a focus on diversity and previously silenced narratives. A retrospective of Adriana Varejão, spanning works from the 1980s to the present, is on view. Regina Parra presents an exhibition blending visual and performing arts, referencing Clarice Lispector. Marta Minujín is featured in a vibrant live performance. Cultural management in Brazil during the pandemic and attacks on culture was debated by Eduardo Saron, Fabio Szwarcwald, and Jochen Volz. Volz cautioned against romanticizing artistic production in the current climate. ART!Brasileiros and Itaú Cultural organized a seminar on cultural management. The institution's programming underscores a commitment to broadening historical perspectives.

Key facts

  • Pinacoteca celebrates 120 years
  • Adriana Varejão retrospective spans 1980s to present
  • Regina Parra's show mixes visual and performing arts
  • Marta Minujín performed live
  • Cultural management debated by Eduardo Saron, Fabio Szwarcwald, Jochen Volz
  • Jochen Volz warned against romanticizing art production
  • ART!Brasileiros and Itaú Cultural held a seminar on cultural management
  • Focus on diversity and silenced narratives

Entities

Artists

  • Adriana Varejão
  • Regina Parra
  • Marta Minujín
  • Clarice Lispector

Institutions

  • Pinacoteca de São Paulo
  • ART!Brasileiros
  • Itaú Cultural

Locations

  • São Paulo
  • Brazil

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