Rio de Janeiro's Cultural Institutions Announce New Exhibitions, Leadership, and Programs

The Museum of Modern Art in Rio de Janeiro (MAM Rio) has appointed Keyna Eleison and Pablo Lafuente as its new artistic directors. A major sculpture exhibition titled "Estado Bruto" is currently on view at MAM Rio, representing the largest sculpture show ever mounted at the institution. The Museum of Art of Rio (MAR) has confirmed it will not close, addressing concerns about its future. Lygia Clark will have exhibitions worldwide during her centenary year. The School of Visual Arts Parque Lage (EAV Parque Lage) has an open call for its Forest Residency Program. The exhibition "Francisco Brennand: Um primitivo entre os modernos" has arrived in Rio de Janeiro. The Valongo region faces abandonment issues. Solar dos Abacaxis presents a distinctive approach to artistic thinking. A Gentil Carioca celebrates twenty years with an event called Forrobodó.