☉ day ✷ after sunset ☾ night

ℳ𝓊𝓁𝒶 values experimentation and artistic risk, establishing itself as an open, free, and accessible space that promotes direct encounters between artists and the public. It encourages hybrid performance practices that challenge dominant models of production and circulation. In partnership with artists and teams, ℳ𝓊𝓁𝒶 guarantees a respectful and welcoming environment, understanding that a safe space is one where we can disagree with confidence. The friction that art allows is also a space to experience and dialogue with differences, without the need for agreement. Sexist, homophobic, transphobic, racist, or discriminatory attitudes will not be tolerated.

The festival is recommended for ages 16 and over.

Free admission — how it works

The performances, workshops, and concert during the ℳ𝓊𝓁𝒶 weekend are free to the public and operate on a first-come, first-served basis. There are no reservations or advance ticket collection. Each venue has a specific capacity, so we recommend that the public arrive early to avoid delays or being unable to gain access. Each venue will be open to the public half an hour before the performance. Our team is small but dedicated, and we will do everything we can to welcome you in the best possible way.

Donations (pay what you can) <3

Although admission is free, we suggest making a donation at the entrance to each venue. These donations will go towards supporting the partner venues that generously host the festival's program. Part of these donations will be sent to organizations supporting victims of the storms in central Portugal. NB: All staff and artists participating in ℳ𝓊𝓁𝒶 are professionals and are duly paid.

What's not free

Free admission does not apply to Club ℳ𝓊𝓁𝒶, at Passos Manuel, which has a specific price at the door. Oracle readings (tarot and astrological charts) at Hotelier require prior registration and will be paid directly to the oracles, on site.

Eating & Drinking

On the 20th, at Sismógrafo, ℳ𝓊𝓁𝒶 Euskalduna sandwiches will be available to go. The same sandwiches will also be available on the 21st at Ogi, during opening times and can be taken to any venue in the program.

On the night of Mala Voadora (20), there will be bar and catering by Arre! available for purchase.

On the 21st, at Hotelier, there will be vegan lunch and dinner.

We recommend cash payments.

Accessibility & Content Warnings

ℳ𝓊𝓁𝒶 seeks to provide transparent information about the accessibility of each space and event. We apologize if some may present barriers for certain individuals. We have decided to indicate only the minimum trigger warnings for each piece, assuming that contemporary artistic practices are a zone of friction and difference. Specific accessibility information can be found on the pages for each space.

Contacts & Accessibility

Programmers and press are invited to contact us via email at bacteriaac@gmail.com. People with disabilities or specific needs are also invited to contact us in advance so that we can provide the best possible conditions for their participation.

More Info

If you have any questions or problems, please contact the team present at each venue. The festival will be documented, and the photographs will be available online after editing.

☉ day ✷ after sunset ☾ night

ℳ𝓊𝓁𝒶 values experimentation and artistic risk, establishing itself as an open, free, and accessible space that promotes direct encounters between artists and the public. It encourages hybrid performance practices that challenge dominant models of production and circulation. In partnership with artists and teams, ℳ𝓊𝓁𝒶 guarantees a respectful and welcoming environment, understanding that a safe space is one where we can disagree with confidence. The friction that art allows is also a space to experience and dialogue with differences, without the need for agreement. Sexist, homophobic, transphobic, racist, or discriminatory attitudes will not be tolerated.

The festival is recommended for ages 16 and over.

Free admission — how it works

The performances, workshops, and concert during the ℳ𝓊𝓁𝒶 weekend are free to the public and operate on a first-come, first-served basis. There are no reservations or advance ticket collection. Each venue has a specific capacity, so we recommend that the public arrive early to avoid delays or being unable to gain access. Each venue will be open to the public half an hour before the performance. Our team is small but dedicated, and we will do everything we can to welcome you in the best possible way.

Donations (pay what you can) <3

Although admission is free, we suggest making a donation at the entrance to each venue. These donations will go towards supporting the partner venues that generously host the festival's program. Part of these donations will be sent to organizations supporting victims of the storms in central Portugal. NB: All staff and artists participating in ℳ𝓊𝓁𝒶 are professionals and are duly paid.

What's not free

Free admission does not apply to Club ℳ𝓊𝓁𝒶, at Passos Manuel, which has a specific price at the door. Oracle readings (tarot and astrological charts) at Hotelier require prior registration and will be paid directly to the oracles, on site.

Eating & Drinking

On the 20th, at Sismógrafo, ℳ𝓊𝓁𝒶 Euskalduna sandwiches will be available to go. The same sandwiches will also be available on the 21st at Ogi, during opening times and can be taken to any venue in the program.

On the night of Mala Voadora (20), there will be bar and catering by Arre! available for purchase.

On the 21st, at Hotelier, there will be vegan lunch and dinner.

We recommend cash payments.

Accessibility & Content Warnings

ℳ𝓊𝓁𝒶 seeks to provide transparent information about the accessibility of each space and event. We apologize if some may present barriers for certain individuals. We have decided to indicate only the minimum trigger warnings for each piece, assuming that contemporary artistic practices are a zone of friction and difference. Specific accessibility information can be found on the pages for each space.

Contacts & Accessibility

Programmers and press are invited to contact us via email at bacteriaac@gmail.com. People with disabilities or specific needs are also invited to contact us in advance so that we can provide the best possible conditions for their participation.

More Info

If you have any questions or problems, please contact the team present at each venue. The festival will be documented, and the photographs will be available online after editing.