Brasil Theme Party

October 30, 2015
The official after-party for the Grammys in 2012 had a Rio Carnival theme, which the academy produced with Along Came Mary. The event's decor was rendered in bright colors and included buffet centerpieces inspired by the elaborate headdresses of Carnival dancers.
The official after-party for the Grammys in 2012 had a Rio Carnival theme, which the academy produced with Along Came Mary. The event's decor was rendered in bright colors and included buffet centerpieces inspired by the elaborate headdresses of Carnival dancers.
Photo: Line 8 Photography. All rights reserved.
The 2013 Miami Children's Hospital's Diamond Ball had a Brazilian Carnival theme. The ballroom at the JW Marriott Marquis Miami had oversize birdcages containing dancers wearing feathered headdresses while batucada drums played in the background.
The 2013 Miami Children's Hospital's Diamond Ball had a Brazilian Carnival theme. The ballroom at the JW Marriott Marquis Miami had oversize birdcages containing dancers wearing feathered headdresses while batucada drums played in the background.
Photo: Courtesy of Miami Children's Hospital Diamond Ball
The annual Brazilian Carnival Ball in Toronto always has a different take on a Brazilian theme. In 2009, pink spandex palm trees, crafted by Luis de Castro, decorated the reception area.
The annual Brazilian Carnival Ball in Toronto always has a different take on a Brazilian theme. In 2009, pink spandex palm trees, crafted by Luis de Castro, decorated the reception area.
Photo: System 4 Productions Inc.
At a Rio-theme benefit for the Lakewood Ranch Community Fund Gala in 2007, event producer Showorks served appetizers at a live Carmen Miranda table.
At a Rio-theme benefit for the Lakewood Ranch Community Fund Gala in 2007, event producer Showorks served appetizers at a live Carmen Miranda table.
Photo: BizBash
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