In this final chapter of our three-part adventure, we get rare access to a dance rehearsal with Ballet Folklórico de México, hike between Iztaccíhuatl and Popocatépetl volcanoes that frame the city’s skyline, and close out this adventure at the final Cercle Odyssey concert of our Mexican run.

Featuring: Roberto Mosqueda (dancer, actor & writer), Javi Puente (founder of Casa Pepe Hostel & president of Mexico City Hotel Association), Carlos (hiking guide) and Derek Barbolla (Cercle Founder & Artistic Director).

Presented & produced by Frank McWeeny. Executive producers: Marcelo Velit & Derek Barbolla. Location videography: Hanani Palomares.

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We’re in Mexico City for the first-ever Cercle Odyssey concert!

In chapter two of this three-part adventure, we discover the world of Mexican cabaret, get a glimpse of what life might’ve been like in this region nearly 2,000 years ago, and hop on a boat surrounded by floating mariachi…literally!

Featuring: Roberto Mosqueda (dancer, Actor & Writer), Hanani Palomares (Photographer), Astrid Hadad (Singer, Performer & Activist), Mariana Puga (Founder of Tekpan Tours).

Presented & produced by Frank McWeeny. Executive producers: Marcelo Velit & Derek Barbolla. Location videography: Hanani Palomares.

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We’re in Mexico City for the first-ever Cercle Odyssey concert!

In chapter one of this three-part adventure, we dive into the city’s electric blend of energy, history, and music. We jam with singer-songwriter Macario Martinez, whose track “Sueña lindo, corazón” broke the internet overnight; soak in the sounds of Mariachi trumpets; hear stories of pre-Hispanic life in the Zócalo; and step inside the world’s first fully 360-degree immersive concert experience.

Featuring: Roberto Mosqueda (Dancer, Actor & Writer), Rodrigo Historias Chidas (Historian & Podcaster), Macario Martinez (Singer & Songwriter), Derek Barbolla (Cercle Founder & Artistic Director).

Presented & produced by Frank McWeeny. Executive producers: Marcelo Velit & Derek Barbolla. Location videography: Hanani Palomares.

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We’re back in Rio de Janeiro for the final chapter of this three-part adventure.

Today, it’s all about dancing and nightlife. We’re heading downtown to explore the city's late-night bars & clubs, and feel the pulse of the house and techno scene. We’ll also meet a voguing queen, and we’ll hear stories from Brazil’s underground music industry — from someone working behind the scenes.

Featuring: Leonardo Coelho (Journalist), Ana Beatriz Coelho (Artist Manager), Jujuliete (Vogue Dancer), Leonardo Coelho (Journalist) and Glau Tavares (DJ Glau’).

Presented and produced by Frank McWeeny. Executive producers: Marcelo Velit & Derek Barbolla.

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We’re back in Rio de Janeiro — a city that shaped our musical story.

In the second chapter of this three-part adventure, it’s all about music and motion. We step into Passinho — from underground dance to world-renowned cultural movement, we hit the BC1 World Breakdancing Championships, and feel the heavy bass of Brazilian Grime.

Featuring: Leonardo Coelho (Journalist), Rennan Guerra, Yvie Oliveira & Diniboy (Brasil Grime Show), Jeff Cebolinha (Passinho Dancer), Matheus de Moura (Journalist) and Catarina (BC One Brasil Event Producer).

Presented and produced by Frank McWeeny. Executive producers: Marcelo Velit & Derek Barbolla.

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We’re in sunny Rio de Janeiro — a city that shaped our musical story.

In the first chapter of this three-part adventure, we dive into Brazilian Funk (not the funk you know!) — a sound born in the favelas, powered by heavy bass, off-beat percussion, and bold lyrics. We also explore Little Africa, the historic heart of Afro-Brazilian culture and the birthplace of Samba, before ending the day at Samba do Trabalhador, Brazil’s biggest Monday party!

Featuring: Roberta Fortuna (Journalist), Priscilla Casagrande (Museu De Arte Representative), Sabrina Ginga (Dancer & Social Scientist), Valdemar Vargas (Afro Historian & Tour Guide), Bruno (Samba fan), and Jacqueline Marttins (Samba do Trabalhador Event Producer).

Presented and produced by Frank McWeeny. Additional production by Marília Feix and Ana Beatriz Coelho. Executive producers: Marcelo Velit & Derek Barbolla.

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We're back in Cappadocia, where one of the most watched Cercle shows took place in 2020. Ben Böhmer performing in a hot air balloon, surrounded by stunning mountains, plateaus and fairy chimneys. Imagine that!

In the second half of this two-part adventure, we visit places where carpets and pottery tell stories which have defined this region for thousands of years, meet Ben Böhmer for an intimate performance in a secluded location, and get lost in the breathtaking landscapes of Cappadocia...from the top!

Contributors: Şemsettin, Oskan, Ferda & Emre, Ali, Derek & Ben Böhmer.

Presented & produced by Frank McWeeny. Executive producers: Marcelo Velit & Derek Barbolla.

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We're in Cappadocia, where one of the most watched Cercle shows took place in 2020. Ben Böhmer performing in a hot air balloon, surrounded by stunning mountains, plateaus and fairy chimneys. Imagine that!

In the first half of this two-part adventure, we go beyond the usual tourist trail to uncover the stories and sounds of Cappadocia. We discover the town of Goreme and surrounding area, descend into history (literally!) at Kaymakli Underground city, and experience beautiful Turku music played for us in an intimate setting by a Baglama master.

Contributors: Şemsettin, Ali, Ahmed and Furkan.

Presented & produced by Frank McWeeny. Executive producers: Marcelo Velit & Derek Barbolla.

We'd love to hear from you! Get in touch - hello@cercle.io

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