It is part of Sambadrome Marquês de Sapucaí, which can hold a maximum 90,000 people.

[citation needed] It was designed by well-known architect Oscar Niemeyer in 1983.

[2] On July 7, 2007 (07/07/07) the band Diante do Trono recorded their 10th album, called Príncipe da Paz (Prince of Peace).

[3] On March 14, 2010, a stage collapsed before a Guns N' Roses concert due to heavy rain and a small tornado.

[citation needed] Since the 1970s, it has hosted artists' and band's presentations and concerts.