Balé Folclórico da Bahia

You have to go and see this show! It's beautiful and so rich about local dances and songs. The dancers are amazing. It's really affordable, 100rs, and worth it. I had a blast! Highly recommend!

Amazing show. It stays true to its Yoruba and African roots with the early Portuguese influence. Simply beautiful, they preserved their history, culture and ancestry through song and dance as was done for thousands of years before the world convinced us that Africans were less than. A must see.

Wow!! What an impressive show!! It was beyond my expectations!! Super intense, action-packed, very professional and theatrical acts! I fell in love with the culture even more. This is a must go when in Salvador. It was a packed house so get your tickets early

Great overall experience. Another review said this, and I second the notion - they definitely need an MC or someone to explain what is going on before each set. Even if only a 45 second intro with the name and significance so the audience isn't in the dark. Especially the howling/bellowing. I nominate the man who engages the audience to clap along with his instrument. The theater is intimate with stadium style bench seating. There is no back support. It's best to email the contacts on the website to reserve a ticket. They are prompt to respond and will hold the ticket for you at call waiting/the check-in desk until 6p. You can pay when you pick it up. Ushers were polite and did a great job packing us in like sardines. Luckily, the show was only 1 hour. Grateful my seat was high in the stand. Drums were too loud for me personally and may be for people with audio sensitivity, so consider bringing ear plugs.

Amazing show!! Loved watching the local dances!

No trip to Salvador is complete without experiencing the magic of the Balé Folclórico da Bahia (BFB). Founded in 1988 by Walson (Vavá) Botelho and Ninho Reis, this world-renowned company is a must-see for any visitor. I was utterly captivated by their performance. It was more than just a show; it was an immersive journey into the soul of Bahia. The dancers' extraordinary talent, seamlessly blending natural ability with impeccable technique, is a testament to the rich cultural heritage of the region. Every movement, every note of music tells a story deeply rooted in the lives of the Bahian people. BFB's performances are a vibrant celebration of this culture, shared with passion and authenticity on stages around the world.

Great experience, definitely should be on your list if you go ti Brasil/Salvador. Spectacular performance from ALL yhe dancers and musicians, instrumentalists

This is an amazing experience about local Bahian dance! It is not easy to figure out how to get tickets without help so ask a local friend. Our tickets were 100 R each and we needed to purchase them two days before a Friday night one hour performance.