Culture

Coliseu Porto will stage opera shows by partnering with Teatro Nacional de São Carlos

In the context of a protocol signed between Teatro Nacional de São Carlos (TNSC) and Coliseu Porto, opera will again be on stage at Coliseu Porto. "Turandot", by Giacomo Puccini, is the first opera to reset the operatic tradition on 21 October in this iconic concert hall in the city of Porto.

The art of Porto Cascade

Manuel Paulo Teixeira, architect who works the configuration of Porto public place, has always approached drawing as a "form of organising ways of thinking and communicating". In "cascata" (Cascade), Manuel tells tales of a much present landscape in our imagery. It is rather cinematographic. It is something that crafts the beauty of Porto at world level. Not many cities allow for this unique panorama view".

Third edition of Grant "Isabel Alves Costa" to support Performing Arts

The third edition of creativity Grant "Isabel Alves Costa" is updated to be awarded every two years. The International Puppet Festival in Porto (FIMP), the "Comédias do Minho" (CdM) and Porto Municipal Theatre are organising the third edition of creativity Grant "Isabel Alves Costa".

International Puppet Festival is back to Municipal Theatre in Porto

Several debut shows, big names in the Puppet Shapes industry and the enhancement of Isabel Alves Costa Grant are the highlights of the International Puppet Festival in the city of Porto.

Exhibition of drawings by José Rodrigues and Raquel Rocha celebrates Heritage

Port Wine Museum, in the city of Porto opens 23 September the exhibition "Celebração" (Celebration) that includes drawings by master José Rodrigues in co-authorship with Raquel Rocha.

Ensemble Vocal Pro Música performs at Quinta de Bonjóia

The choir Ensemble Vocal Pro Música, conducted by José Manuel Pinheiro, performs Sunday, 24 September, in Quinta de Bonjóia. Free admission, but subject to room capacity.

Porto Book Fair 2017 with record visitors number and takes on a cultural point of reference in the city

Activities appropriate for all age groups, namely debates, lectures, spoken word sessions, film screenings, workshops, exhibitions, poetry, performances, get-together, dance and displays filled every day the Porto Book Fair 2017. A programming which endowed books and literature a bigger role.

Simultaneous Openings at Miguel Bombarda District this Saturday

The fifth cycle of Simultaneous Openings at Miguel Bombarda District 2017 is set for Saturday afternoon, 23 September. As usual, street performances and guided tours will announce the new shows and exhibits promoted by Porto Lazer.

Milo Rau disturbing performances at Campo Alegre

Milo Rau presents "Five Easy Pieces" 22 and 23 September, starting at 7 pm, in Campo Alegre Auditorium, based on the criminal tragedy of Belgian paedophile Marc Dutroux. It has been 20 years now that the international community was shocked by the criminal actions of paedophile and child murderer Marc Dutroux. The horror and the repulsiveness still linger.

MEXE is moving around the city with different artistic languages

Shows, performances in public spaces, installations and screening of documentaries are the segments representing the MEXE - International Meeting of Art and Community, running from 18 to 24 September at various locations throughout the city.