Gonçalves Sapinho Cultural Center

Category: Culture and Entertainment > Theatre

District: Leiria > Alcobaça > Benedita > Taveiro

Location

The Gonçalves Sapinho Cultural Center is located in Benedita, a locality integrated into the municipality of Alcobaça, in the district of Leiria. Situated in the Taveiro area, the building is part of the local urban fabric, serving as a point of reference for the cultural activities of the town. Its position offers good integration with the surroundings, facilitating access to the facility.

An Architectural Vision

This cultural center is distinguished by its architectural design, authored by Raul Hestnes Ferreira, a prominent figure in 20th-century Portuguese architecture. The project reflects a particular sensitivity to the performing arts, something that can be associated with his family connection to the writer and playwright José Gomes Ferreira. Hestnes Ferreira's work brought Benedita a modern and functional facility, designed to host a wide range of artistic and cultural expressions.

A Dynamic Cultural Hub

The Gonçalves Sapinho Cultural Center is a multifunctional facility that serves the community, providing a stage for the cultural and civic life of the region. Its heart is a large auditorium, capable of accommodating between 360 and 370 spectators, and a remarkably spacious stage, 15 meters wide and 7 meters deep. In addition to the auditorium, the space includes a multi-purpose room with a capacity for about 70 people, a library, an audiovisual room, and various foyers that are frequently used for exhibitions. This versatility allows for the staging of plays, conferences, musical performances, and other cultural or civic events.

A Name with History

The attribution of the name 'Gonçalves Sapinho' to the cultural center pays homage to a relevant figure for the municipality of Alcobaça. Gonçalves Sapinho was President of the Alcobaça Municipal Council, and this designation reflects the recognition of his legacy and contribution to the local community.

License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt