Fundição Progresso, Cultural center and music venue in Centro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Description
Fundição Progresso is a cultural center and music venue housed in a former industrial building with several performance spaces of different sizes. The site hosts various types of shows throughout the year.
History
The building started as an iron foundry during the industrial period and was later converted into an independent cultural center. This transformation made it one of the largest facilities of its kind in Brazil.
Culture
The venue serves as an active hub for circus and dance, where visitors regularly encounter performances by both local and international artists. The spaces draw people interested in physical arts and live performance.
Practical
Visitors should check the website before visiting to find current events and opening times. Entry tickets can be purchased online or directly at the venue.
Did you know?
The center offers free classes in acrobatics and clowning for local residents held within this industrial heritage building. These classes allow people to learn artistic skills directly at the venue.
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