The Apotheosis Square (Praça da Apoteose) is a venue in

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close to the Morro da Mineira favela. It is part of

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, which can hold a maximum 90,000 people. For concerts, it can hold from 10,000 to 40,000 people. It was designed by well-known architect

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in 1983. In 1989, the band A-ha played 2 concerts with an attendance of 80.000 people each. On July 7, 2007 (07/07/07) the band

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recorded their 10th album, called

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(Prince of Peace). In the event, more than 100,000 people were gathered, packing the venue. On March 14, 2010, a stage collapsed before a

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concert due to heavy rain and a small tornado. The concert was rescheduled to April 4.

Concerts

Since the 1970s, it has hosted famous artists' and band's presentations and concerts. It also hosted the

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festivals and some other events. In this chart there are some memorable concerts held at this square:

References

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Concerts

See also

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