Teatro Rosa Damasceno

Teatro Rosa Damasceno is a theatre in Santarem featuring neoclassical proportions on its front and ornate interior spaces that date from the late 1800s. The building displays both its original architectural design and later modifications that have shaped its appearance over time.

The building was constructed between 1877 and 1884 by architect Jose Luis Monteiro on the site of the former Igreja de Sao Martinho. Major renovation work took place in 1938 and brought the theatre into its current form.

The theatre takes its name from actress Rosa Damasceno, whose performance in 1894 left a mark on the venue. This connection ties the building to an important moment in the city's cultural life.

The theatre sits in the city center and is easy to locate on foot. Access to the building is at ground level and it is reachable by typical urban means.

The 1938 renovation introduced modernist design elements influenced by the De Stijl and Art Deco movements. Designer Amilcar da Silva Pinto created decorative features that contrast with the original neoclassical structure.

Location: Cidade de Santarém

GPS coordinates: 39.23599,-8.67934

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:43