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Programme
The first route of the museum ship will be the Mediterranean, an area of millennia of history and exchange, which has always mobilized and nourished the inspiration of artists, and naturally invites intercultural dialogue.
Discover the programme of activities on the quayside and in the towns: performances, concerts, conferences, screenings, workshops, meetings and other events.
Upcoming events
Nídia
In an intense and vibrant DJ set, Nídia blends kuduro rhythms, contemporary electronic music, and global influences, creating a raw, transformative energy that engages both body and dancefloor. Her incisive approach merges rhythm, politics, and identity into an immersive sonic experience, accompanied by a video projection of an original drawing by JAS in dialogue with the sound. The DJ programme at the Art Explora Festival is curated by Filho Único.
Caravanserá Workshop
Before the performance (on June 27th), audiences are invited to take part in a participatory workshop where movement, sound, and collective actions gradually shape the world of Caravanserá. Inspired by historical “caravanserais” – places of encounter and exchange –, the workshop creates an informal space where participants of different ages contribute to the atmosphere of the performance, blurring the boundaries between audience and performers.
Antiprincesses – Carolina Beatriz Ângelo
A theatre performance for children inspired by Carolina Beatriz Ângelo, the first woman to vote in Portugal. Through storytelling and humour, it explores equality, citizenship and freedom.
Metaphor of Water
A multidisciplinary performance exploring repetition, gesture and transformation. Through simple actions and sound, the piece creates a sensory and contemplative experience centred on presence and perception.
Antiprincesses – Carolina Beatriz Ângelo
A theatre performance for children inspired by Carolina Beatriz Ângelo, the first woman to vote in Portugal. Through storytelling and humour, it explores equality, citizenship and freedom.
Sursum Corda – Através de Tudo
A multidisciplinary performance using sound and natural materials. Through an immersive and poetic approach, the piece invites audiences to slow down and reconnect with a sensory perception of the world.
BRUXAS - ensaio para a esperança
BRUXAS - ensaio para a esperança invites audiences into a walk through Cascais where feminism, witch hunts and personal memories intersect and blur. Through fragmented narratives and unexpected voices, the performance unsettles official histories and reflects on hope as a fragile yet transformative gesture.
Tiago
In a DJ set shaped by fluidity and musical curiosity, Tiago moves across different atmospheres and languages of dance music in a journey that is both physical and immersive. A resident at Lux Frágil since its opening, he has developed an intuitive approach to DJing for over more than three decades, shaped by dancefloor experience and sonic exploration. The video projection of an original drawing by JAS expands this experience. The DJ programme at the Art Explora Festival is curated by Filho Único.
Olivia and the Invisible Earthquake, by Irene Iborra
Olívia, 12, her little brother Tim and their mother are forced to leave their apartment and move to a new neighbourhood. While Ingrid does whatever she can to solve the situation, Olivia creates a protective fantasy: none of it is true, it is all part of a film they are making. This fabrication will have unexpected consequences, however. Luckily, around them a new and colourful family will form, and together they will have many incredible adventures. Through laughter, tears, magic and friendship, they will find out that they are the heroes of their own life.
Past events
Under The Azure
Under the Azure is an exhibition paying tribute to the Mediterranean Sea, to the imagery it evokes, to the awe it inspires, and to the ancient and contemporary myths associated with it.
Undertow
This exhibition explores the Mediterranean in the context of migration and exile, highlighting the work of emerging photographers from the region.
Under The Azure
Under the Azure is an exhibition paying tribute to the Mediterranean Sea, to the imagery it evokes, to the awe it inspires, and to the ancient and contemporary myths associated with it.
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Journey through time and space
Discover recent virtual reality creations connected to the themes of the Art Explora Festival: heritage, art culture, migrations...
Undertow
This exhibition explores the Mediterranean in the context of migration and exile, highlighting the work of emerging photographers from the region.
The "Under the azure" exhibition
Under the Azure is an exhibition paying tribute to the Mediterranean Sea, to the imagery it evokes, to the awe it inspires, and to the ancient and contemporary myths associated with it.
The "Under the azure" exhibition
Under the Azure is an exhibition paying tribute to the Mediterranean Sea, to the imagery it evokes, to the awe it inspires, and to the ancient and contemporary myths associated with it.
The "Undertow" exhibition
This exhibition explores the Mediterranean in the context of migration and exile, highlighting the work of emerging photographers from the region.
The "Under the azure" exhibition
Under the Azure is an exhibition paying tribute to the Mediterranean Sea, to the imagery it evokes, to the awe it inspires, and to the ancient and contemporary myths associated with it.
Open Book Fora
Open Book Fora is a diverse and inclusive gathering where individuals share their stories and explore subjects resonating with contemporary society. This initiative celebrates diversity, fostering openness, inclusivity, and understanding among participants. It reminds us of the power within shared narratives, each intertwining a distinctive thread into the collective experience.
NUYE
NUYE is a circus and choreographic proposal for six acrobats that starts from the exploration of the dynamics of couple/duo/partner relationships and that reflects the comings and goings between self and others, in a constant search to feel complete.
*Etnika
*Etnika has a two-decade track record of creating original and interactive performances and creative projects that raise awareness of Maltese traditional music, whilst challenging and broadening the concepts of local culture through innovation and integration.
Justin Adams, Mauro Durante & Mohamed Errebbaa
This collaboration between guitar virtuoso Justin Adams, Canzoniere Grecanico Salentino violinist and percussionist Mauro Durante stems from a concert led by Ludovico Einaudi, the Notte della Taranta in Puglia, where the two first played together, recognizing kindred spirits in the trance rhythms of Taranta. Together, they create a raw, stripped-back sound that moves and mesmerises.
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The museum boat
Discover 2 on-board experiences: Present, the immersive exhibition with the exceptional collaboration of the Louvre Museum, and the Mediterranean sound journey created by Ircan x Centre Pompidou.
Think Tank Session by Inizjamed
Home is where you'll find _____ What is home, and where is it? This informal discussion will focus on the idea of displacement. What exactly does it mean to be displaced? The person? Their collective memory? Their history? And in their new environment, is displacement still present? Three panelists from diverse backgrounds will discuss these questions and more. Literary readings will punctuate the discussion.
Frequently asked questions
The Art Explora Festival will take place from spring 2024 to spring 2026 in various Mediterranean cities.
Festival events take place both on the museum boat's quay and in heritage and/or emblematic sites in the stopover towns. To find out all about upcoming events in your town, consult our Agenda.
The Art Explora Festival offers a rich, multi-disciplinary program including visits to the museum ship, exhibition pavilions, virtual reality experiences, artistic performances, concerts, lectures, film screenings, creative workshops and meetings. You'll be able to discover local and international artists, as well as thinkers and cultural players exploring contemporary themes related to the Mediterranean region. To find out all about upcoming events in your city, consult our Agenda.
All Festival events are free of charge. Please note, however, that some events - such as workshops - require a reservation via the ticket office. Please consult the page dedicated to each event for more information on times and booking procedures.
To ensure that everyone has the best possible experience at the Festival, we have drawn up a visitors' charter listing a few good practices.
Yes, the boat is freely accessible on site. However, you can pre-book your time online on our website.
For reasons of safety and preservation of the boat, high heels and stilettos may not be worn on the boat.
To take part in the workshops and meetings offered during the Festival, you'll generally need to register in advance. Information on how to register will be available on the dedicated event page, where you can also find details of times and how to take part.
Yes, the Art Explora Festival also offers child-friendly activities, such as creative workshops specially designed for young participants. Take a look at the program to find out about events and activities for children and families.
The museum boat is open to all free of charge. To find out on which quay it will be moored, or to pre-book your slot, consult the page dedicated to your town.
Appropriate facilities have been set up on the Festival site for the reception and access of people with reduced mobility. The boat is equipped with a 1m-wide ramp, accessible to people with reduced mobility, but may require the accompaniment of a third party due to its gradient of over 6%. Access to the aft deck and immersive exhibition is possible. However, the upper deck is not accessible. Please inform us in advance of any special accessibility requirements, so that we can make the necessary arrangements.
Thank you for your interest in the Art Explora Festival! To find out more about our volunteer opportunities and to apply, please visit our "Become a volunteer"section of our website. There you'll find all the information you need about the roles available and the application procedure. We look forward to meeting you!
We're delighted to consider new partnerships for the Art Explora Festival. To find out how, please visit our dedicated page or write to us at contact@artexplora.org