Brazilian actress and voice actress Roberta Piragibe is a name that stands out on the national artistic scene. Her passion for the performing arts began in childhood, when she participated in plays and musicals, and since then, she has been gaining recognition and adoration from the public on several fronts.
Roberta Piragibe made her television debut in 2010, when she joined the cast of Rede Globo soap operas. Her television career includes appearances in notable productions such as “Araguaia,” “Avenida Brasil,” and “Sol Nascente,” where she played the role of Nanda, which stood out as one of the most notable of her career.
In 2019, Roberta took a significant step in her career by becoming a member of the cast of Luccas Neto Studios. This movement marked an important change, as it saw its audience, largely children, grow significantly. With this, the responsibility for creating his content and maintaining his image as a public figure also grew.
In addition to her career on television, Roberta Piragibe also stood out in dubbing, lending her voice to memorable characters. She is known for giving life to Stacie Roberts in the “Barbie” franchise since 2018 and the character Rarity, originally voiced by Tabitha St. Germain, in the series “My Little Pony: Pony Life” from 2020.
In the theater sphere, Roberta Piragibe participated in several productions, including the musical “SHREK,” the theatrical “Bicho Rock Café,” “Osso Duro de Roer,” “Cabra Cega,” “O Teatro de Clarinha,” “Musical Anos 80 from Son to Father,” “Fable Salad,” and “Romeo and Juliet,” where she shined in the role of Juliet. Roberta Piragibe’s versatility and talent have made her a notable presence in the world of entertainment, whether on television, theater or dubbing.
How would you describe your journey from starting in television in 2010 to today? What were the most memorable moments in your TV career?
It was a journey of a lot of learning. I started very young, at 11 years old on the soap opera Araguaia. I had the pleasure of working with many professionals who are references for me. Without a doubt, one of the most memorable moments of my TV career was playing Nanda in Sol Nascente. She was my first more mature character and marked this transition in my career.
Voice acting plays a significant role in his career. How do you prepare to bring characters like Stacie Roberts on “Barbie” and Rarity on “My Little Pony: Pony Life” to life?
Preparing for dubbing is very different from TV, we only know what we’re going to record at the time, we don’t receive the text beforehand, but I always try to pay attention to the techniques and take great care of my voice to always be ready for any character.
His transition to a children’s audience after joining the cast of Luccas Neto Studios is notable. What is the experience like creating content for children and maintaining an appropriate public image?
In fact, creating content for children is a very challenging experience, as we need to be responsible. I always try to create content that relates to me, but that suits my audience.
In theater, you participated in several productions. Is there a play or character that was particularly challenging or memorable for you?
Theater is always very challenging, because it is live and anything can happen. My first play was the most memorable, as it was the place where I fell in love with the profession and was sure that this was what I wanted for my life.
You played the iconic role of Juliet in “Romeo and Juliet.” What was it like approaching this classic character and what did he mean to you?
Playing Juliet was without a doubt a gift, as it was my first protagonist. As it is a classic, the weight of the character is very heavy. I played her when I was 13 and it was very important for my learning.
What are the most rewarding aspects of working in different areas of entertainment, including television, theater and voice acting?
Working as an artist and moving into so many areas such as television, theater, dubbing and music, is very rewarding because I can communicate with different audiences. In addition to gaining experience in each of them.
With such a multifaceted career, how do you balance your different activities and maintain your focus on each of them?
I have a very organized routine! And this helps me a lot to do everything I need to do and stay focused. Of course, when you do what you love, it gets easier.
How do you see the performing arts panorama in Brazil and what changes would you like to see in the future?
The performing arts panorama in Brazil is diverse and rich, but faces challenges. It would be incredible to see greater support and appreciation for artists’ work.
What advice would you give to young artists who want to pursue a career as diverse as yours?
Do everything with love and care, but you need to study and research our market a lot. Because it is always important to be walking along with our profession. Focus and dedication always!
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