The Teatro do Noroeste - Centro Dramático de Viana (Portugal), member of the ETC, consolidates Viana do Castelo as a cultural hub with a diverse theatrical programme and international projection
Viana do Castelo (Portugal), 06 December 2024 - The Teatro do Noroeste - Centro Dramático de Viana (Portugal), member of the ETC, in partnership with the Viana do Castelo City Council, is presenting a programme full of novelties for 2025 at the Sá de Miranda Municipal Theatre, consolidating the city as an important cultural hub at local, national and international level. The rich agenda of theatre, music, dance and interdisciplinary projects promises to reach all kinds of audiences.
Highlights of the programme:
- The Company’s premieres: The season will feature the premieres of shows such as ‘O Tempo Perguntou ao Tempo’, ‘Chaimite, um Possível Musical’ and ‘A Menina Júlia’, promising great emotions and reflections.
- Education: The Guillermo Heras Summer School for Actors returns in 2025 and regular theatre workshops open to all members of the community offer opportunities to train new talents and democratise access to art.
- Viana do Castelo Theatre Festival: This year's edition of the Festival once again transforms Viana do Castelo into the epicentre of theatre in the region. Between 14 and 23 November, will feature a dozen shows, divided between the Theatre's various venues.
International projection:
The programming of Teatro do Noroeste - Centro Dramático de Viana includes a commitment to internationalisation, searching for partnerships with theatrical organisations from different countries, mainly with members of the ETC. The Guillermo Heras Summer School for Actors 2025, in its 11th edition, is one of the highlights, inviting the participation of international artists
Check out highlights from previous editions
Inclusion and accessibility
Teatro do Noroeste - Centro Dramático de Viana reinforces its commitment to inclusion and accessibility, offering a series of services that guarantee a complete and enriching experience for all its spectators. The Company's shows include:
Audiodescription: An indispensable resource for people with visual impairments, audiodescription offers a detailed narration of what happens on stage, allowing everyone to fully enjoy our performances.
Tactile Stage Recognition: To make the experience even more complete, we offer the opportunity for tactile stage recognition moments before each show, giving blind and low-vision spectators greater familiarity with the space.
Simultaneous Translation into Sign Language: We believe that art should be for everyone. That's why we provide simultaneous translation in Portuguese Sign Language at various shows, guaranteeing accessibility and inclusion for the deaf community.
Subtitling: To facilitate access for people with hearing impairments and/or foreign audiences, we offer subtitling in the English language, making our shows more understandable and enriching.
By making these resources available, Teatro do Noroeste - Centro Dramático de Viana reaffirms its commitment to promoting culture for all, without distinction.
More detailed information about the 2025 programme can be found at tmsm.pt and on social media (Instagram and Facebook: @teatrodonoroestecdv, @teatromunicipalsademiranda ).
For more information, please contact:
- Ricardo Simões | Artistic Director | ricardosimoes@tmsm.pt
- Patrícia Soares | Communication and Publics | geral@tmsm.pt
Credit photos: (c) João Grisantes
