This cultural centre offers a varied programme that includes music, dance and theatre performances, among other cultural events. The galleries feature 20th century fine arts exhibitions and other temporary exhibitions. The space organizes cinema and art programs, as well as meetings to discuss books and the arts.
The Ballet-Theatre Companhia develops an activity that combines modern dance and theatre. Supported by the ministry of Culture and by the Oporto City Hall, it features performances on a regular basis. This Company is part of the Balleteatro Contemporâneo do Porto project - BTCP, an artistic project created in 1983 that has formation and research, as well as dance and theatre.
The Clube Português de Cinematografia (Portuguese Cinema Club) was founded in 1945 and renamed, three years later, Clube Português de Cinematografia/Cineclub do Porto. It screens non-commercial, author's movies, has a production section (that supports young directors), organizes children's sessions and workshops and also cinema classes.
This gallery is located in the building of the Municipal Library Almeida Garrett and of the Auditorium. It sells books published by the Oporto's City Hall. It features regularly activities promoted by the educational services.
The Associação Nacional de Jovens Empresários (ANJE - National Association of Young Entrepreneurs) welcomes many painting, sculpture and photography exhibitions, as well as products and services exhibitions.
