Category: Culture and Entertainment > Community Centre
District: Lisboa > Alenquer > São Martinho
The Pálmira Bastos Memorial Space is located in Aldeia Gavinha, a serene locality situated in the municipality of Alenquer. This village offers a tranquil environment, characteristic of Portugal's rural region, where the surrounding landscape invites contemplation. Its position within the municipality provides an authentic connection to local life and history, away from the hustle and bustle of urban centers.
This space is a tribute dedicated to the life and work of Pálmira Bastos, one of the most prominent figures in Portuguese theater. The importance of this place lies in the fact that it is the very house where the actress was born, in 1874. Her career spanned several decades, leaving a profound mark on the cultural scene of the time. The Memorial Space celebrates her remarkable contribution to national performing arts, perpetuating the memory of a brilliant career.
Upon touring the rooms of the Memorial Space, visitors have the opportunity to delve into Pálmira Bastos' personal and professional trajectory. The collection includes a vast array of photographs, documenting various moments of her life, from childhood to the grand stages. The exhibition is enriched by personal items of the artist, kindly provided by her family and the prestigious Teatro Nacional Dona Maria II. These objects offer an intimate perspective on the daily life and props that accompanied the great lady of Portuguese theater.
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt
Coordinates DD: 39.084490342857, -9.0968129142857
Coordinates DMS: 39°05'4.2"N 09°05'48.5"W
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