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The Tucuruvi Academics will take a plot with strong cultural and historical representation to Anhembi in 2025. With the title Assojaba – The Search for the Mantle, the school will tell the story of the Tupinambá Mantle, one of the most valuable indigenous relics, a symbol of identity and resistance of the native peoples of Brazil.
The plot will be developed by carnival designers Dione Leite and Nicolas Gonçalves, with research by Vinicius Natal, and will address the importance of the mantle both as an artistic piece and as a sacred element of the Tupinambá tradition. The school promises a parade full of symbolisms, highlighting the fight for the preservation of indigenous memory and the appreciation of ancestral culture.
With this choice, Tucuruvi reinforces its commitment to historically relevant plots, betting on the strength of the narrative to move the audience and win its first title in the Special Group. The parade will be an invitation to reflect on the heritage of the native peoples and the need to preserve their history.
Excerpt from the Samba-Enredo:
Tece o fio de algodão da tiúba vem a cera
No trançado Jereré, prende a pena feito teia
Mairamê yegaçawa unhëë ki ikatara tupinãbá
No trançado Jereré prende a pena feito teia
Tece o fio de algodão da tiúba vem a cera...

Gaviões da Fiel will bring an African theme to the Anhembi Sambadrome for Carnival 2025. With the title Irin Ajó Emi Ojisé, the four-time champion of São Paulo Carnival will explore the symbolism of masks in African rituals, celebrating the continent's cultural richness.
Known as the fans that samba, Gaviões promises an impactful parade, delving into the spiritual and social meanings of masks, which represent everything from the connection with ancestors to artistic and religious manifestations in several African nations. The group seeks to innovate in its trajectory and thrill the audience with a grand show, full of ancestry, colors and spirituality.
With this unprecedented plot, Gaviões da Fiel reinforces its mission of uniting art and culture with the passion of its community, betting on the strength and representation of African culture to shine in Carnival and win another title for its gallery.
Excerpt from the Samba-Enredo:
Quando Alafin bradou a justiça de Oyó
Alujá roncou axé, no inimigo deu um nó
No palácio de Xangô, Egungun rodopiou
Ebomim girou a saia, ayeye de yaô...

Mocidade Alegre will bring to Anhembi in 2025 a plot full of mysticism and protection. With the title Those who can't handle mandinga don't carry a charm, the school from the Limão neighborhood will explore the history and meanings of charms, amulets of faith and luck that span generations and cultures.
The parade will be developed by carnival designer Caio Araújo and scriptwriter Leonardo Antan, responsible for transforming the spiritual power of these talismans into a grand spectacle.
The promise is of an engaging procession, with floats and costumes that represent the power of charms in protecting against negative energies and in the search for good vibes. Faith, tradition and an impeccable parade: this is Morada do Samba's recipe to continue shining on the Avenue!
Excerpt from the Samba-Enredo:
É coisa de preto!
Mistério e magia
Herança do legado ancestral
Abrigo de cada oração
Sinônimo de proteção
Macumba trazida no peito
Feitiço nas mãos...

Império de Casa Verde promises to transport the public to literary universes during Carnival 2025. With the theme Singing Stories: Kingdoms of Literature, the blue and white school will take a journey through the most diverse literary styles to Anhembi, from classics such as Romeo and Juliet to modern expressions such as comic books and manga.
The proposal was developed by carnival designer Leandro Barbosa and storyteller Tiago Freitas, responsible for the group's latest parades. Together, they seek to lead Império to its fourth title in the São Paulo Carnival, betting on the richness of narratives and the magic of literature to enchant the public and the judges.
The Tigre guerreiro parade promises a grand visual spectacle, with wings and floats representing iconic characters and fascinating worlds from fiction. The school wants to thrill and take the public on a true dive into the imagination, showing how literature inspires dreams and connects generations.
Excerpt from the Samba-Enredo:
O Super Homem é de outro planeta
O mascarado marca o vilão
Um bilionário pensa que é morcego
E faz justiça com as próprias mãos...

Campa Verde e Branco has announced its theme for Carnival 2025, which will be a tribute to the singer and poet Cazuza. With the title Time doesn't stop! Cazuza – the poet lives!, the parade will feature a musical autobiography of the artist, highlighting his career, legacy and the power of his songs.
The theme will be written by carnival artist Cahê Rodrigues, who will make his debut with the school this Carnival. Cahê, known for his stints at major schools such as Acadêmicos do Grande Rio, Portela and Imperatriz Leopoldinense, promises an exciting parade, full of references to the work and personality of Cazuza, who marked generations with his music and poetry.
With this choice, Camisa Verde e Branco aims to bring to the Anhembi Sambadrome a great celebration of the artist's legacy, highlighting his intense lyrics and his contribution to Brazilian music. The theme promises to move the audience and leave its mark on the parade.
Excerpt from the Samba-Enredo:
Vem ouvir o rock and roll
Pela libertação de um Brasil sem senhor
Um Brasil sem patrão
Sei que a Bete chegou
Balançando os quadris
Pro dia nascer feliz!...