Friday, March 30, 2012, Nightlife Guide
Friday’s Rio Nightlife Pick – Who said the nineties didn’t offer anything memorable? Get ready for a night of nineties pop with Melody at the ever famous Fosfobox in Copacabana. Jam to your favorite tunes from this neon age with DJs Yugo and Caio Braz.
LIVE:
Lula Queiroga com part. do Lenine e Mart’nalia (Lapa)
Singer and composer Lula Quieroga will present his new release “Todo dia e o fim do mundo” for the first time here in Rio. The show will have a special guest participation by Lenine e Mart’nalia.
Circo Voador – 10PM
Rua dos Arcos, 1 – Lapa – Tel: (21) 2533-0354
Entrance: Contact Venue
Rap na Lapa (Lapa)
Graffiti, B-Boys and MC battles invade Fundicao Progresso on March 30th, Friday. The San Sebastian stage gathers the best of rap, with Carioca MV BILL doing the honors and guests Flora Matos, and EMICIDA straight from Brasilia.
Fundição Progresso – 11PM
Rua dos Arcos, 24 – Lapa – Tel: (21) 2220-5070
Entrance: R$30 for half tickets, R$60 for whole
CLUBS:
Melody (Copacabana)
Get ready for a night of nineties pop with Melody at the ever famous Fosfobox in Copacabana. Jam to your favorite tunes from this neon age with DJs Yugo and Caio Braz.
Fosfobox – 11PM
Rua Siqueira Campos, 143 – Copacabana – Tel: (21) 2548-7498
Entrance: R$25 with guest list, R$35 without guest list
Nuth (Barra da Tijuca)
The biggest thing to hit the streets of Barra & Lagoa. Two locations with the same game plan to make sure the night never ends for those who attend. A mixture of house, hip hop, and pop, this nightclub is sure to light up the night.
Nuth – 11PM
Av. Armando Lombardi 999, Barra de Tijuca – Tel: (21) 3153-8595/ 2495-6008
Entrance: Not available at time of press
MÚSICA BRASILEIRA:
Teresa Cristina e Grupo Semente (Lapa)
Samba fills Friday nights with talent from one of the youngest singers and songwriters of the genre. Teresa Cristina e Grupo Semente shines with success since its debut seven years ago in Rio.
Carioca da Gema – 11:30 PM
Av. Mem de Sá, 79 – Lapa – Tel: (21) 2221-0043
Entrance: R$25
Quartteto Forrozando (Lapa)
One of the most requested groups of forro from Brazil, they have also had success on the small screen, with special appearances on the programs Altas Horas, Jô Soares, Faustão e Hebe.
Rio Scenarium – 10:30 PM
Rua do Lavradio, 20 casa – Lapa – Tel: (21) 3147-9000
Entrance: R$30
PUBS & BARS:
Expand Wine Bar (Ipanema)
For a more laid back night with your significant other, Expand Wine Bar is the place to go if you insist on the best wine selection. Sample top-quality and boutique wines, accompanied by pleasant music and small wine dishes.
Expand Wine Bar – 9AM
Rua Barão da Torre 358, Ipanema – Tel: (21) 2523-2747
Entrance: Not available at time of press
Shenanigan’s Live Music (Ipanema)
Shenanigan’s is always a good choice, with live music, all the sports games and all sorts of pub games such as darts and the only pool table in Ipanema.
Shenanigan’s Irish Pub – 7PM
Rua Visconde de Pirajá 122A (Upstairs), Ipanema – Tel: (21) 2267-5860
Entrance: R$25 after 8PM
Blue Agave (Ipanema)
Some of the best Mexican food — and the best margarita — in Rio, plus live American and European sports on TV. They also have their new second location in Copacabana.
Blue Agave – 12PM
Rua Vinícius de Moraes, 68, Ipanema – Tel: (21) 3592-9271
Entrance: Free
Live Music @ Balcony (Copacabana)
Great lunch specials and live music starting at 5:30 PM every day. Make sure to check the web site for a feel of the place.
Balcony Bar – Open 24 hours
Avenida Atlantica, 1424, Copacabana – Tel: (21) 2541-8381
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