Austin Samba Celebrates 25 Years of Community

During the 2026 Zilker Hillside show, Austin Samba celebrated 25 years of amazing drumming, dancing, and community. This is the video that was presented during that event which celebrated our late founder, Jacaré (Robert Patterson), and his amazing legacy!

2025 "In the Heart of the Community" Show at Zilker Hillside Theater

Watch our full 2025 “In the Heart of the Community” show at the Zilker Hillside Theater in Austin, TX!

Austin Samba and its guest performers brought the energy, joy, colors, and rhythms of Brazil to Zilker. We shared the music and dance that grew from the history of love, strength, and perseverance of the community. We also showcased percussion from different regions of Brazil along with the grace and power of its dance. And for a brief moment, Austin became a part of our community!

2018 "A Night In Rio" Show at Zach Theater

Watch our full 2019 “A Night In Rio” show at the Zach Theater!

A Night In Rio is a celebration of the joy and music of Carnaval in Rio de Janeiro, one of the largest parties on the planet. Act 1 is based on a traditional street rehearsal, where samba school communities gather to learn the year's song, dance, and practice drum rhythms and breaks. During Act 2, the buzz builds as Carnaval approaches and Austin Samba explores music and dance from throughout the country of Brazil that can be found in the bars and streets of Rio. The show concludes with Act 3, when Austin Samba dons their fancy Carnaval costumes and performs the classic enredo “Aquarela Brasileira,” by Martinho da Vila.