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The theatrical path of the Inquisition in the Autos-da-Fé
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1 Hours 30 Minutes to 1 Hours 40 Minutes
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Offered in: English, Italian, French, Spanish
Overview
Crime, religion and theater techniques combined, make this tour unique.
The Inquisition used theater methods to manifest itself in the exercise of power. The auto-da-fé (the most spectacular exhibition of the penitentes and of the penalties) had a very careful preparation that went from the vestments to the songs, passing through the sermons and choreography. At the same time, I will talk about some toponymic alterations throughout the 20th century. XVIII, before and after the earthquake. There will also be room for a fado about the alley of straw and the origin of the expression "a lot of shit" in the Theater, as well as changes to the patio of comedies and the Palace of the Inquisition, currently the Teatro Nacional Dona Maria II.
Finally, we will have a port at the famous Martinho da Arcada café, where Fernando Pessoa wrote poems over a cup of coffee.
What's Included
- For the adults a port toast at the Cafe where Fernando Pessoa used to have coffee and write.
- water and comfortable clothes and shoes must be brought by the public
Meeting And Pickup
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Under the Arcades in São Martinho da Arcada coffee shop where Fernando Pessoa used to drink his coffee and write poems.
End Point
Under the Arcades in São Martinho da Arcada coffee shop where Fernando Pessoa used to drink his coffee and write poems.
What To Expect
Teatro Nacional Dona Maria II
We meet here where I will explain how the Inquisitio Palace became a Theatre and its relation with the criminals.
15 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
When we arrive to the beginning of this street, I will tell how it changed its name and how the penitents of the Inquisition would do the procession.
15 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Largo de Sao Domingos
We will come to the front of the church where penitens condemned to burn at stake used to leave from in the dark.
15 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Here you'll find out about the changes of the name of the street and I will sing a Fado with the same name of the old street. I will also tell you where our best playwright of the 18th century udes to live and I will reveal the origin of the expression "loads of shit" that is used in the Theatre openings.
15 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Praca do Comercio (Terreiro do Paco)
We will get to the place where it was most comun to announce the penalties and verdicts and also where a whole thetarical scene was staged with the thrones of the kings in replics. They also used to burn people here.
20 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Here is where Fernando Pessoa (our most international poet) used to seat for a coffee and write his poems and stories. We will have a port wine.
10 Minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Operated by Bruno Schiappa
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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