A Festa do Manuel Faustino - Galdeirices Theatre Company
The Teatro das Galdeirices company presents 'A Festa do Manuel Faustino', a community theatre play that celebrates stories, memories and characters from the rural Alentejo world. An evening of popular theatre in the Odemira municipality.
On 5 June 2026, the Teatro das Galdeirices company presents A Festa do Manuel Faustino (Manuel Faustino's Party) in the municipality of Odemira - a theatrical creation that has been delighting audiences across southern Portugal with its portrayal of life in small Alentejo communities.
Teatro das Galdeirices is one of the most recognised companies in the Portuguese community theatre scene. Born in the Alentejo, the group has dedicated its work to collecting local stories, rescuing oral traditions and valuing the intangible heritage of inland villages. Each show is the result of a long process of research, conversation with locals and collective creation.
In A Festa do Manuel Faustino, the audience is invited to take part in an unforgettable village party. Manuel Faustino is the host - a character who could be anyone and everyone, a mirror of the men and women who keep alive the festivals, dances and pilgrimages of the Alentejo. Between laughter, tears, live music and moments of pure popular comedy, the play unfolds with the complicity of the audience, who quickly feel part of the story.
The show combines text, traditional music, dance and visual elements inspired by Alentejo popular iconography. The language is accessible yet profound, capable of provoking laughter while also inviting reflection on the passing of time, generations and memories worth preserving.
For visitors to the Costa Vicentina or the Alentejo interior, this is a rare opportunity to attend quality theatre in an intimate and authentic setting. Early ticket purchase is recommended through the local organisation, given the typical demand for Galdeirices performances.
