We hope you’ll join us at San Francisco’s iconic Roxie Cinema for the community screening of Claudia Escobar’s movie, “Márcia,” a short film about ABADÁ-Capoeira San Francisco Founder and Artistic Director Márcia Treidler.
Escobar has long envisioned capturing Mestra’s exceptional journey challenging gender norms in the capoeira world and paving the way for future generations in the art. Through years of training, filming Mestra’s capoeira teachings, and interviewing students, the filmmaker witnessed the capoeira master’s profound impact. In 2023, Escobar traveled to Mestra Marcia’s homeland, Brazil, which confirmed the global reach of her influence and enabled Escobar to conduct research for the film. As a capoeira practitioner, immigrant, and artist, Escobar is deeply connected to Mestra’s narrative. It is her heartfelt mission to share her story, celebrating Mestra as a symbol of resilience and love for her community.
Save the date: Tuesday, December 2, 2025 6pm – 8pm. Stay tuned for info on ticket availability.