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Festival in Portugal brings together theatre and reflections on the Amazon

The fifth edition of 'Todos São Palco — Mostra de Teatro Além do Equador' focuses on the Amazon, exploring it as a central space for environmental, social, and political debate. Running from September 17th for one month, the festival will tour 13 Portuguese cities, featuring artists from Brazil, Colombia, and Peru. Highlights include the play 'O Avesso da Pele' and the participation of author Jeferson Tenório, alongside a programme of workshops, residencies, and discussions aimed at both the general public and the Brazilian community in Portugal.

dnbrasil.dn.pt14 Sept

Festival in Portugal brings together theatre and reflections on the Amazon

Miquel Salom praises artisanal photography at Arouca Festival

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The Spaniard defends artisanal photography that has “soul” in contrast to the rapid recording of “volatile and invisible” images. The artist highlights how digital technology has “democratised” photography.

observador.pt27 Aug

Miquel Salom praises artisanal photography at Arouca Festival

Conímbriga: Arts Festival returns under the theme 'Earth'

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The Conímbriga Arts Festival will once again combine heritage with music, literature, visual arts, and philosophy from September 2nd to 26th. Under the theme 'Earth', it aims to reflect on the soil as memory.

observador.pt26 Aug

Conímbriga: Arts Festival returns under the theme 'Earth'

Citemor, “a poetic gesture of resistance” begins to take shape again in Montemor-o-Velho

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For 48 editions, the festival has been spreading all forms of art from the Central region. All its funding has been cut, but the team persists. Here, the audience decides the ticket price.

publico.pt16 Jul

Coimbra prepares to host the Manifesta 17 biennial in 2008

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The Contemporary Art Biennial that Coimbra will host in two years is an opportunity for the renovation of the city's iconic spaces. Manifesta 17 will allow for urban regeneration.

rtp.pt24 Jun

Coimbra prepares to host the Manifesta 17 biennial in 2008

In.Santarém: three months of culture in the city

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Three months of decentralised programming, featuring Bruno Nogueira, Dillaz, and over 20 artists at the Living Statues Festival. The historic centre and civil parishes serve as the stage.

observador.pt19 Jun

In.Santarém: three months of culture in the city

Tan Tan Tann times ten: music returns to the Josafer cooperage this weekend

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Contemporary Performing Arts Festival reaches its tenth edition. Family business in Esmoriz opens its doors on Friday and Saturday nights.

publico.pt11 Jun

Tan Tan Tann times ten: music returns to the Josafer cooperage this weekend

Tribute to the Iberian wolf in Benagouro

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The Iberian wolf is being honoured at an Art Festival in the village of Benagouro, in the municipality of Vila Real. The event features theatre, cinema, and documentary premieres to promote the value of the Trás-os-Montes habitat.

rtp.pt29 May

Tribute to the Iberian wolf in Benagouro

Portugal dos Pequenitos and its arts festival

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A report on the arts festival held at the Portugal dos Pequenitos theme park.

Jornal de Notícias24 May

Portugal dos Pequenitos and its arts festival

From Seeds to the Constitution, there are eight family steps

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Street arts, time travel, chemical experiments, nights at the museum, partner dances, democracy lessons, and a 'Roda-Viva' of dreams and moments to collect.

publico.pt22 May

“In these 23 years we have already supported more than 500 projects”

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“Temps d’Images does not age”, says founder António Câmara Manuel regarding 24 editions of this festival created to support artistic creation, committed to crossing imagery with the performing arts.

observador.pt22 May

“In these 23 years we have already supported more than 500 projects”

Temps d'Images Festival begins this Thursday

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The 24th edition of the festival opens with 'Quando os Anjos Falam de Amor', which will take place in private homes, requiring prior registration, and offers a performative experience focused on listening.

observador.pt21 May