The director and founder of Quasar Cia de Dança, a talented choreographer, wrote this letter to my daughter Sofia.

Handwritten letter from Brazilian choreographer Henrique Rodovalho of Quasar Cia de Dança to Sofia. In Portuguese. One page. 29.8 cm x 21 cm. September 2010.

Henrique Rodovalho (born in 1964), one of the most respected professionals in his field in Brazil, is the author of the 23 contemporary pieces presented by Quasar. He has won the Mambembe Award, which honours the best shows in the Rio–São Paulo axis, and the Choreographic Composition Award in Mexico. With a background in martial arts and physical education, he worked as an actor and dancer before becoming a choreographer.

Quasar is one of Brazil’s most renowned contemporary dance companies. Founded in 1988 by Henrique Rodovalho in Goiânia, the company attracted interest abroad, especially in Europe and the United States, even before becoming known in Brazil. Recognition at home began with the irreverent show Registro (1997), when the Ministry of Culture granted Quasar five Mambembe Awards: best group, best show, best choreographer, best new male dancer and best new female dancer.

The show “To Whom It May Concern” was a delight, not only for its beautiful choreography but also for the understated elegance of the dancers, the minimalist colours and lighting, the very Brazilian music and the modern, highly interactive staging.

Why is this document rare?

This document was personally sent by Henrique Rodovalho to Sofia in response to my email request:

Hello Patricia, Mathias and Sofia!

Here at Quasar, we were all thrilled with this email... Everyone on the team wishes you, Patricia, all the best for the birth, and that Sofia arrives surrounded by light and protection (because she already has good taste... hahaha). Please send us your address so we can mail this very special autograph! Henrique Rodovalho says he is very flattered and immensely grateful for your kindness! Please send us photos of Sofia!!!

Warmest regards to you all from the entire Quasar family!

Giselle Carvalho
Production
Quasar Cia de Dança

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