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Culture · Funchal · 23 September 2026

The "Fala Quem Sabe & Chico Maravilha" Group: Over 20 Years of Azorean Humor

The iconic Azorean group "Fala Quem Sabe & Chico Maravilha" celebrates over two decades of humor, with roots in Terceira's Carnival and national reach.

The "Fala Quem Sabe & Chico Maravilha" group, a benchmark in Azorean humor, originated on the Carnival stages of Terceira Island. Initially a theater project called "Fala Quem Sabe," the core group consisted of Roberto Borges, Hélder Xavier, and Miguel Soares, portraying farmers commenting on current events. With the addition of Paulo Costa, the lineup solidified, and the group expanded to television, radio, and live performances.

The "Fala Quem Sabe" series premiered on RTP Açores in 2005, becoming a regional phenomenon with its social satire, light political commentary, and popular humor. Although television recordings ceased, the group remained active with hundreds of shows in Portugal and among emigrant communities.

The name "Fala Quem Sabe & Chico Maravilha" is used for shows and festivals, incorporating the "Chico Maravilhas" style into their comedic universe. With over 20 years in the business, the group has produced several series, commercials, and festival appearances, continuing to perform in venues across the archipelago and in the diaspora.

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