This unforgettable show was presented for an audience of around 500 people at our school theatre, as the main “closing event” organized by the graduating class of 2024. It is a long-standing tradition that gives seniors the final opportunity to create lasting memories, express their creativity, and celebrate the journey they have shared throughout their school years.

     For five weeks, we rehearsed daily, a challenging yet completely rewarding routine, especially for me, as I was involved in several key moments of the show.

I had the honor of opening the act at the event alongside a friend, singing a parody of “Não Deixe o samba morrer” by the prestigious singer Alcione, followed by  “O Que É o Que É” by Gonzaguinha (an iconic Brazilian artist whose music holds cultural and social meaning). Our performance began a cappella, creating a special atmosphere that was gradually transformed into a vibrant celebration inspired by the Brazilian Carnival, with other students and teachers joining in on percussion instruments and dancing.

    Later, I returned to the stage as the host of a talk show, which I created especially for the occasion called “De Frente com Manu” (Face to Face with Manu). At this moment, I invited one of our dear teachers on stage for a quick interview, which certainly brought back nostalgic memories of shared moments from our years in the school.

   My last appearance was in a group dance performance with other students and our Art teacher, Cecilia. We performed the first dance to the song “Força Estranha”, written by Caetano Veloso and famously sung by Gal Costa, followed by “Epitáfio” by Titãs. Both songs carry deep reflections on the passing of time and the importance of valuing simple things as everyday moments (themes that reflected perfectly on our farewell to school and the uncertain future that awaits us).