Theater Construction Association

Category: Culture and Entertainment > Theatre

District: Braga > Vila Nova de Famalicão > Joane > Telhado

Location

The Associação Teatro Construção (ATC) is located in Joane, a village that is part of the municipality of Vila Nova de Famalicão. The location is situated in the area known as Telhado, an urban space that houses the Joane Cultural Center. This central location within the village allows the ATC to be a meeting point and cultural catalyst for the community and for visitors, standing out as an important element in Joane's urban fabric.

Theatrical Roots

The history of the Associação Teatro Construção, which today plays a multifaceted role in the life of Joane, dates back to the early 1970s. Born from the passion for theater of a group of local young people, its original name, "Teatro Construção" (Construction Theater), emerged from one of the first plays they staged. This origin in the theatrical world profoundly marks the association's identity, serving as the foundation that allowed its growth and affirmation. From the outset, there has been a commitment to the art of the stage, for both adult audiences and children, through itinerant theater that toured the region.

An Active Cultural Hub

Currently, the Associação Teatro Construção is a landmark for culture in Joane, with its auditorium serving as the stage for various artistic expressions. Within the Joane Cultural Center, the association provides a modern and welcoming space where theater and dance performances, galas, and other events that enrich the village's cultural offerings take place. This space represents the evolution of a journey initiated in modest facilities, demonstrating a growing investment in cultural promotion and the provision of quality infrastructure for the community.

Mission Beyond the Stage

Over the decades, the Associação Teatro Construção has expanded its activities beyond theater, transforming into a Private Institution of Social Solidarity. This evolution reflects a broader commitment to the community's well-being, while maintaining culture as one of its fundamental pillars. The ATC thus represents an example of how an initiative born from art can grow to become a central element in a village's life, contributing to its cultural and social development in a comprehensive and lasting manner.

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