Behind every character,
there is a passionate team.
Historians, actors and creators united by a love for the History of Portugal.
Our mission
Bringing people closer
to the History of Portugal
COOLture Tours is a heritage experience project founded by a historian with a passion for bringing people closer to the History of Portugal. With over a decade of work in theatrical tours, educational activities and immersive projects at museums, palaces and cultural spaces, COOLture Tours was born from the conviction that History is best learned when lived in the first person.
Our mission is simple: to engage visitors with the rich History of Portugal through unforgettable historical characters, rigorous theatrical performances and immersive experiences adapted to all audiences and ages.
We work with schools, families, corporate groups and tourists — in Lisbon, Cascais and Sintra — with one single purpose: to turn every visit into a memory for life.
The faces that bring
History to life
Professional actors, production assistants and creatives who turn every visit into an unforgettable experience.
Felisa Pérez
Founder
With a degree in History and a Master’s in Museology from FCSH-UNL, she has been working in guided tours, theatrical tours, educational and recreational activities for various audiences — including children, families, schools, companies and international visitors — at museums, palaces and cultural spaces since 2008.
She worked in the education departments of the Museu Nacional dos Coches, the Associação dos Amigos dos Castelos, Castelo de São Jorge, Museu do Oriente, the Museu de Arte Moderna do Rio de Janeiro and the Museu Lázaro Galdiano in Madrid.
In 2017 she founded COOLture Tours, an independent project of visits to museums and palaces, where History is told in the first person.
On stage
Alexandra Pato
Actress, Singer & Theatre Teacher
With a degree in Theatre from ESTC, she has worked with Artistas Unidos, Teatro Papaléguas and Filipe La Féria. She starred in the RTPLab web series “On C@ll” and worked in cinema with António Pedro Vasconcelos. She joined COOLture Tours in 2021.
Beatriz Cadete
Actress & Singer
With a degree in Theatre from ESTC, she made her professional debut in 2017 with a show about the Portuguese Discoveries. She has performed in musicals including “25 de Abril – O Musical” and “Sleeping Beauty”, starred in the film Escobar, and released two CDs with Sony Music Portugal.
Beatriz Viamonte
Actress, Singer & Singing Teacher
Studying Theatre at ESTC, with singing training since 2007 at the Conservatório de Palmela. She has worked with Álvaro Correia, Pedro Carraca and Sofia Cabrita. In 2024 she presented her graduation show “Os Outros” at Teatro São Luiz.
Bernardo Souto
Actor
With a degree in Theatre from ESTC, he has been working as an actor since 2010 with companies including Artistas Unidos, Teatro da Cornucópia and Companhia de Teatro de Almada. He is a founding member of Teatro da Cidade and a Dr. Clown with Operação Nariz Vermelho. He joined COOLture Tours in 2018.
Carminho Vitorino
Actress, Singer & Voice-over Artist
Trained in Musical Theatre at the International College of Musical Theatre in London, Rome and New York, with a degree in Management. She has performed in productions including “O Planeta é a Nossa Casa” and “A Nova Cinderela no Gelo”. She teaches musical theatre and singing to children.
Francisco Forte
Actor
Clinical psychologist and actor, with a degree in Psychology from the University of Aveiro and a Master’s in Neuropsychology from Coimbra. He has performed with theatre groups including Teatrão and Fatias de Cá. He joined COOLture Tours in 2025, portraying the Count of Castro Guimarães.
João Clara Bandeira
Actor
With a degree in Theatre from the University of Évora and a Master’s in Acting from the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire. He spent five years between London and Birmingham and has participated in international festivals. He is a member of the companies Kind of BlackBox and Já International Theatre.
Maria Prata
Actress & Singer
With a degree in Musical Theatre from the Institute of the Arts Barcelona, she made her debut in Barcelona in the musical Ordinary Days. In Portugal she has played Cinderella and Grace Farrell (Annie), among others. Alongside musicals, she works in dubbing and teaching. She joined COOLture Tours in 2022.
Mariana Varela
Actress & Theatre Teacher
With a degree in Theatre from ESTC and DAMU faculty in the Czech Republic. A founding member of Sui Generis Teatro, she has participated in festivals in Paris, Prague and Milan. She works in dubbing and Musical Theatre teaching. She joined COOLture Tours in 2023.
Mariana Castro
Actress & Singer
With a degree in Theatre and Performing Arts from UTAD, she studied at the International College of Musical Theatre. She has performed in musicals including “Romeu e Julieta”, “A Nova Cinderela no Gelo” and “Chinfrim” by Rita Redshoes. She joined COOLture Tours in 2023.
Martim Galamba
Actor
With a law degree from Nova and Musical Theatre training at the American Musical and Dramatic Academy in New York. Founder of MTL — Music Theater Lisbon. At COOLture Tours he portrays King D. Luís at the Palácio Nacional da Ajuda.
Patrícia Duarte
Actress
With a Master’s in Acting from the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire and a degree in Performance from Middlesex University. She works between Portugal and the United Kingdom as an actress, singer and voice-over artist. She regularly collaborates with JÁ International Theatre and Companhia de Teatro Cegada.
Patrícia Modesto
Actress & singer
With a Master’s in Music Education from ESML, awarded 1st prize at the Conservatórios Oficiais Singing Competition. She has collaborated with major national and international ensembles and orchestras. She teaches Voice and Singing at Universidade Lusófona.
Pedro Deus
Actor
Trained at ACT, he has worked with Teatro Independente de Oeiras and appeared in TV series including “Codex 632”, “Sangue Oculto” and “Sempre”. He has developed collective projects with the group Projeto_S_Nome and worked in productions for SP Televisão and SIC.
BEHIND THE SCENES
Bruno Canelas
Production Assistant
With a background in aviation, events and cultural production, he worked as a Flight Attendant and collaborated with Everything is New on events including NOS Alive and projects at the Palácio Nacional da Ajuda. Passionate about culture and the connection between people and heritage.
Mariana Abrantes
Production Assistant
Studying Social and Political Sciences at ISCSP, with experience in visitor reception at Museus e Monumentos de Portugal and event management including Rock in Rio and World Youth Day. She brings to COOLture Tours a passion for culture and connecting with people.
João Bonneville Chaves
Photographer
Photographer with over 10 years of experience, specialising in capturing genuine expressions and authentic moments. With work spanning weddings, events, fashion, brand sessions and real estate, he is the eye behind the images of COOLture Tours.
José Maria Viegas
Videographer
Videographer with over 7 years of experience and a background in animation, specialising in visual storytelling and authentic content. Works across events, documentaries, fashion and lifestyle, creating images and videos that balance aesthetics, emotion and communicative intent.
Nuno Amorim
Costume Designer
Trained in Decorative Arts at FRESS, with a specialisation in interior design and historical painting techniques. He worked as a designer at Parques de Sintra and the Palácio Nacional da Ajuda, where he was part of the Mesa Real Project. He has collaborated with COOLture Tours since 2023 on historical costume research and support.