Context and Growth
“Let’s start telling the truth: competitiveness is a meaningless word when applied to national economies. And the obsession with competitiveness is both wrong and dangerous” Paul Krugman In the grand narrative of human history, economic progress has often been synonymous with exponential growth and technological advancement. However, as we approach a new era, the flaws […]
Current Challenges
“Social apathy, characterized by a disengagement or indifference towards environmental issues, poses a significant obstacle to progress. It perpetuates a cycle of inaction, hindering efforts to address the pressing ecological crises we face” In our current landscape, we face pressing challenges that demand our immediate attention, spanning from societal apathy towards environmental concerns to the […]
Need for Change
“Just as a captain refusing to alter course risks catastrophe, so too do we, by ignoring the need for systemic change” The imperative for change is undeniable, necessitating a fundamental course correction in our collective trajectory. It’s paramount to recognize the urgency of action, akin to a sea captain acknowledging the impending disaster and steering […]
Agenda 21 & Global Efforts
“Through international initiatives and diverse sustainable development projects worldwide, the significance of local action within a global context is underscored. These efforts showcase the principles of sustainable development and highlight the power of grassroots initiatives in driving positive change” Amidst pressing global challenges, collaborative frameworks like Agenda 21 and initiatives led by organizations such as […]
DaST framework
“In the quest for sustainable solutions, we must transcend conventional paradigms and embrace holistic approaches” The DaST framework embodies this ethos, rooted in over three decades of dedicated efforts to restore and enhance the connections between landscapes, built environments, cultural heritage, and social habits. Our journey began with the rejuvenation of overlooked communities worldwide, from […]
Howard Altmann Book Launch / As a Light Snow keeps falling
about the event Theme: Book launchDate: January 27th 2019Author: Howard AltmannLocation: Belmonte Cultural Club Cafe [at Palácio Belmonte]Address: Pateo Dom Fradique, 14 – 1100-624 LisboaContacts: +351 218816600 _ events@palaciobelmonte.com about the writter Howard Altmann lives in New York City but he was born and raised in Montreal, Canada, where he graduated from McGill University. He received his MBA from Stanford […]
Zoya Aval Exhibition / You do not belong to this world…
about the event Date: October 11th to December 11th 2018Artist: Zoya Mohajeri AvalLocation: The Belmonte Cultural Club Cafe [at Palácio Belmonte]Address: Pateo Dom Fradique, 14 – 1100-624 LisboaContacts: +351 218816600 _ events@palaciobelmonte.com about the artist Born in 1974 in a western province of Iran. Zoya started studying art in Cube Atelye in 1992.She studied fine arts at Art and Architecture […]
Two from Many
about the event Date: Presenting June 28thLocation: The Belmonte Cultural Club Cafe [at Palácio Belmonte]Address: Pateo Dom Fradique, 14 – 1100-624 LisboaContacts: +351 218816600 _ office@palaciobelmonte.com About Marja de Vries:www.vriesfilm.comAbout Simon James Phillips:www.simonjamesphillips.com about the artists Marja de Vries, a Dutch filmmaker, and Simon James Phillips, an Australian musician/composer living in Berlin, met as a result of the initiative […]
Jutta Matthess Exhibition
about the event Date: Opened since June 15th 2015Location: The Belmonte Cultural Club Cafe [at Palácio Belmonte]Address: Pateo Dom Fradique, 14 – 1100-624 LisboaContacts: +351 218816600 _ office@palaciobelmonte.com about the artists Jutta Matthness spent part of her youth on an island in Lake of Constance. Always amazed by the beauty of her surroundings, she started to take pictures at the age […]
Idea of South Live Performance
about the event Date: December 14th 2014Schedule: 7pmLocation: Belmonte Cultural Club CafeAddress: Pateo Dom Fradique, 14 – 1100-624 LisboaContacts: +351 218816600 _ office@palaciobelmonte.com Artist/Author: Simon James PhillipsCurated by: Maria and Frederic Coustols / Belmonte Cultural ClubPartners: DaST, WOA-Way of ArtsSponsors: CML-Agenda Cultural de Lisboa, Palacio Belmonte Lisboa lda about the artist Simon is a Berlin based pianist from Australia – he trained as a classical […]