Lisbon · Alfama · Sé

Where Fado meets History

An authentic Fado experience on top the ruins of the Roman Theatre

At Associação do Fado Casto, every evening fado is performed beneath the stones of the Roman theatre’s ruins; at long tables, traditional Portuguese cuisine is served on typical earthenware plates, surrounded by records, photographs, newspaper clippings and historic posters, preserving the spontaneity of those who live and breathe traditional Portuguese music and its culture.

A place where the history of Lisbon comes alive through the strings of the Portuguese guitar."

Alfama / Castelo

18th-century Pombaline building

Fado Vadio & Professional

Portuguese tapas

Dimly lit cozy room with a glowing lamp, sheer curtains, a couch with pillows, and walls covered in handwritten notes and photos.

Porquê uma Associação?

A nossa origem está no ensino. Nascemos como uma academia de fado, um espaço onde a Guitarra Portuguesa e o canto eram passados de mestre para aprendiz. Hoje, mantemos essa chama viva: o que começou com aulas de guitarra evoluiu para um ponto de encontro onde o estudo da tradição — através de imagens e sons — se cruza com as novas vozes que moldam o futuro do Fado.

Dimly lit cozy room with a glowing lamp, sheer curtains, a couch with pillows, and walls covered in handwritten notes and photos.

Our Cast

From voices dedicated to the vibrant soul of wandering fado, our cast is a constant tribute to the Portuguese spirit. Discover and listen to our artists.

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Ana Margarida

One of the most breathtaking performers of her generation, known for her sensitive, powerful voice and poetic depth.

Ana Sofia Varela

A prominent fado singer with a unique stage presence and a voice that bridges traditional and modern fado styles.

André Ramos

A highly sought-after musician known for his sensitive accompaniment and profound understanding of Fado’s traditional structures.

Chico Mendes

A veteran musician and entertainer, often performing as "Xico Mendes," known for his musical direction and extensive stage experience.

José Elmiro

A seasoned fado guitarist specializing in the "viola de fado," respected for his deep knowledge of traditional fado structures.

Pedro de Castro

A master of the instrument who balances tradition with a vibrant, improvisational style that defines the modern Fado sound.

Rodrigo Rabelo de Andrade

Part of a renowned fado family, he is a gifted singer who balances his career in architecture with a profound dedication to fado.

Sofia Ferreira

A passionate fado singer from Madeira whose voice captures the traditional roots and emotional resonance of the genre.

Tania Oleiro

A professional fado singer since 2002, her work is defined by a deep respect for traditional fado and a voice of remarkable clarity.

Valeria Carvalho

An expressive fadista and performer, recognized for her soul-stirring interpretations and participation in national musical festivals.