''Auto da Compadecida'' is a play written by Ariano Suassuna, published in 1955. Its first production was in 1956 in

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. ''Auto da Compadecida'' is a comedy of

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. It combines elements of the tradition of popular literature known as '' cordel'', a striking feature of the Brazilian Catholic baroque, mixing popular culture and religious tradition. It is very important in

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Film and television adaptations

The play has been performed and adapted several times since its first production:
''A Compadecida'' (1969 film)

''Os Trapalhões no Auto da Compadecida'' (1987 film)

''Auto da Compadecida'' (1999 miniseries)
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References

1955 plays Brazilian plays Plays by Ariano Suassuna {{Brazil-lit-stub