The new musical 'Gil - Andar com Fé', about musician Gilberto Gil's life, will premiere at Teatro Santander in São Paulo to celebrate the venue's 10th anniversary. Directed by Miguel Falabella, the show features text by Newton Moreno and associate direction by Bárbara Guerra.
The musical 'Gil - Andar com Fé' will recount the life of Bahian singer Gilberto Gil, featuring a soundtrack full of hits like 'Eu Vim da Bahia', 'Andar com Fé', 'Aquele Abraço', 'Domingo no Parque', 'London, London', 'Tempo-Rei', 'Se Eu Quiser Falar com Deus', and 'Drão'. Directed by Miguel Falabella, the production will run from August 22 to December 6, 2026, at Teatro Santander in São Paulo's southern zone.
The script is by Newton Moreno, with associate direction by Bárbara Guerra. This premiere marks the 10th anniversary of the theater, which has become a key venue for musical shows in the city. Mônica Bergamo's column highlights the show as a tribute to Gil's MPB classics throughout his career.
Gilberto Gil, one of Brazil's greatest musicians, has influenced generations with compositions blending tropicália elements and Bahian rhythms. The musical aims to bring iconic moments from the artist's life to the stage, using his songs to tell his story in an engaging and faithful way.
