Teatro Maria Matos

[1] Due to its state of degradation, in August 2004, renovations and interventions began at the site to remodel the cultural spaces conferring on the theatre a new identity with better conditions for events.

[1] The project included the remodelling of the main hall and backstage, improved acoustics, illumination, climate control, reinforcing security measures and removing architectural barriers in the interior.

[1] Between 2008 and 2018, the director was Mark Deputter, which signalled a transformation of the theatre's profile, becoming vocational performances of a contemporary nature.

[1] In addition there was an move toward various experimental events, a regular musical program, the strengthening of education projects and the integration of a multi-purpose theology in artistic development.

[1] After September 2018, the Municipal Theatre began a new historical phase, where the spaces were rented by private cultural groups with an impact public: comedy, drama and theatrical music.

The emblematic facade of the theatre