Theaters Lisbon

You will surely first notice its beautiful 1930s style facade, in sharp contrast to the palm trees and old buildings in the surrounding area. You'd think it was abandoned, but no! Quite interesting shows, which do not feel obliged to be boring to be intelligent: musicals, café-theatre and even programming for young audiences.... Not to mention the lounge bar on the first floor offering concerts and dancing evenings....

Unmistakable so much it dresses the Rossio Square in a beautiful way by proudly standing at the end. This theatre, built in 1842, is one of Portugal's national theatres and offers original and sometimes even quite unpredictable shows. You should also know that this institution collaborates with street artists such as Vhils who has made 4 portraits of famous actresses on the top floor of the theatre. By asking nicely, you can visit a few venues before the shows.

More known as Teatro da Cornucópia (Licorne theatre), it is a highly acclaimed research theatre.

This charming 18th century opera house has seen the greatest voices of the century pass through and still houses beautiful productions (lyrical and symphonic). We go there to listen to classical music concerts mainly or opera. All the season's programming is online. From late June to late July, don't miss the Festival Ao Largo (part of the city's celebrations), with many quality concerts (and free admission) in the unique setting of its magnificent square....

This theater, a small jewel of the late 19th century, hosts plays by Portuguese and foreign troupes, but also café-theater shows (later) and even music. It is one of the oldest theaters in the city, inaugurated in November 1867! Restored some time ago, its decoration is elegant and its attendance cosmopolitan. It is linked to the Inatel Foundation. You will find a nice café in the basement. All the program is available on the website and you can book online.

Since it was taken over by the hyperactive director Filipe la Féria in the 1990s, opposite the Coliseu dos Recreios, this theater built in 1913, especially for operetta shows, has been very successful thanks to musicals for the general public(My Fair Lady, Amália, Piaf...). It also regularly offers shows for children during the day. So don't be surprised to see a crowd of toddlers queuing up. Musicals remain on the bill for a long time, as was the case with the Snow Queen(A rainha da neve) in 2020.

The KARNART CPOAA is a non-profit association. It aims to create, from different artistic fields, objects of great aesthetic dimension and with a strong interventionist impact, either from an anthropological or sociological point of view. It also raises questions about environmental and ecological issues that are becoming increasingly urgent. A place dedicated to alternative arts which, finally, is in tune with the times that are coming. Take a tour there to open your mind.

A theatre that concentrates its programming on contemporary creation, with dance, theatre and music shows..... Since 2006, the Maria Matos Theatre has been a municipal space, which defends contemporary performance, artists and companies that do not have a place of residence, after major renovations. Inside you can enjoy a coffee, a lounge area on the first floor with bay windows, a pleasant place to philosophize and debate after a show. A program that gives an idea of contemporary Portuguese creation.

Nestled near the castle, this quality theatre develops "open" programmes, while remaining demanding. If you go there after rehearsal hours, you can enjoy its café (Café da Graragem), a setting full of antiques and kitscheries, which has one of the most beautiful views of the city of Lisbon. It is often better known for its coffee with tourists and that is a bit of a pity. To see to believe it!