Saturday, March 21 at 11 a.m., at the Biblioteca Brasileira de Nova York, a special event celebrates Circus Day and honors one of the most traditional and enchanting artistic expressions of Brazilian culture.
The choice of the date is symbolic: in Brazil, Circus Day is celebrated on March 27, in homage to Abelardo Pinto, the famous clown Piolim, one of the greatest icons in the country’s circus history.
The Brazilian artist Jefferson Freire, who will present a show full of technique, emotion, and charisma, from São Paulo, discovered his passion for juggling at a young age, which started as play and soon became a profession. His training began on the streets, under the guidance of artist Anderson Pereira da Silva, where he developed his own captivating style.
Throughout his career, Jefferson joined important companies such as the Circo Tápias Voadores and the Circo Universo Casuo, in addition to investing in his artistic training as an actor and musician.
Since 2018 in the United States, he has consolidated his international career, participating in major circus events, including the International Jugglers’ Association in Las Vegas, where he was awarded. He was also part of the Circus Bella group, worked as an instructor in San Francisco, and currently is part of the Bindlestiff Family Cirkus in New York.
In parallel, he continues to deepen his musical studies as a violinist at the Juilliard School, one of the world’s most prestigious institutions.
More than a show, the event reinforces the role of the Biblioteca Brasileira de Nova York as an important space for valuing Brazilian culture abroad, promoting the community’s connection to its roots.
A celebration that promises to enchant all ages, bringing together tradition, talent, and cultural identity.