Luiz Nicolau

Origin

Brasília, DF

Years Active

1982–presente

Genres

rock, pop rock, MPB

Instruments

voice

Biography

Luiz Nicolau is a multifaceted artist who has built a solid and diverse career spanning over four decades, working as an actor, singer, songwriter, and artistic director. Born in Brasília, in the Federal District, on December 16, 1964, Nicolau began his artistic journey in theater in 1982, performing on stage for the first time in the play "Super Zé". His degree in performing arts from Casa de Artes de Laranjeiras (CAL) in Rio de Janeiro, in 1987, solidified his foundation for a career that would encompass various areas of art.

In music, Luiz Nicolau gained prominence as one of the founders of the band Inimigos do Rei in 1987, alongside Paulinho Moska and Luiz Guilherme. The group achieved great success, receiving a gold record for sales of over 150,000 copies and participating in Rock in Rio II in 1991. Nicolau also joined the vocal orchestra Garganta Profunda in 1985 and currently continues with the band Inimigos do Rei, in addition to leading his solo project "Nicolau e os Copérnicos". His musical career is marked by a fusion of humor, theatricality, and clever lyrics, characteristics that defined Brazilian pop/rock in the 1980s and 1990s.

As an actor, Luiz Nicolau followed an equally expressive path, with appearances in various theatrical, television, and film productions. Highlights include performances in musicals such as "Bem Sertanejo" (2019) and "Gilberto Gil – Aquele Abraço, o Musical" (2014/15), as well as roles in soap operas on Rede Globo and Record TV, such as "Laços de Família", "O Clone", "Malhação", "Gênesis", and "Reis". His versatility also led him to radio, where he worked as an announcer and host on various stations, and to the narration of audiobooks. Luiz Nicolau demonstrates a continuous passion for art, always seeking to reinvent himself and bring joy and truth to his audience.

Discography

• Fazendo Amigos na Fazenda (2002)