Centro Cultural João Nogueira

Centro Cultural João Nogueira is a cultural center in Rio de Janeiro spanning four floors with three cinema rooms, exhibition spaces, and performance stages. The facility combines modern equipment with the classical theater design that defined the building's earlier life.

The building previously housed Cine Imperator, which was once the largest cinema theater in Latin America. This significant past as a movie palace has shaped the character of the space and its role today for arts and culture.

The center maintains an Italian-style theater stage with retractable seating, hosting concerts, exhibitions, and theatrical productions throughout the year. This blend of classical design and living use shows how performance spaces serve the community today.

The venue is open Tuesday through Sunday and features multiple levels to explore across cinema, exhibition, and performance areas. It helps to use stairs or elevators to move between the different sections of the building.

The rooftop features a 1200 square meter terrace serving as a venue for performances and gatherings with garden areas. This outdoor space offers a less noticed aspect of how the building extends its cultural uses beyond the indoor halls.

Location: Rio de Janeiro

Website: http://imperator.rj.gov.br

GPS coordinates: -22.90194,-43.28250

Latest update: December 12, 2025 12:04