Another aspect of Rio's cultural repertoire is its theatre. The 'Teatro Municipal,' or Municipal Theatre, is one of the most striking buildings in the city. Built in the baroque style in Cinelandia in 1909, it primarily exhibits classical concerts, operas and ballets, as well as some musical theatre. The OI Institute has also set up two theatres in the neighborhoods of Flamengo and Ipanema, running a wealth of different artistic performances, providing an extensive program of theatre for young and old audiences.

The city's culture can also be defined as the everyday activities and mannerisms of its people. Graffiti art, skateboarding, fishing and kite flying are key components of contemporary Carioca life, along while certain expressions, gestures, tastes and tendencies form the shared fabric of a rich and unified society.