About

Founded in 1989 by Mestre Carlos Aceituno, Fogo na Roupa is an award-winning Brazilian Carnaval dance and percussion company based in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Fogo na Roupa encompasses a diverse community of dancers, musicians and carnavalescos rooted in the study of Afro-Brazilian dance and percussion. Mestre Aceituno developed one of the largest and strongest carnaval contingents (up to 200 dancers and drummers deep) that won multiple San Francisco Carnaval Grand Championships. Fogo brought infectious energy that set the crowd aflame every time it took to the streets or to the stage. In addition, Mestre Aceituno created a performing company known for its dazzling repertoire.

After the untimely passing of Mestre Carlos Aceituno in 2006, Fogo na Roupa remains under the direction of Jose Rivera and Metzi Henriquez, with the same passion, and blazing energy. Fogo continues to fire up crowds with sizzling Samba and infectious parading style.

Carlos Aceituno
Artistic Directors
Carnaval Group
Performing Company
Youth Group