The Millennium bcp Foundation carries out its activities with the aim of generating a positive impact on society by supporting projects in the areas of culture, social solidarity, and knowledge. Its work focuses on preserving and promoting heritage, fostering inclusion and empowering more vulnerable communities, as well as encouraging research and innovation. Through this approach, the Foundation contributes to more sustainable, cohesive, and culturally meaningful development.
What moved you the first time you experienced opera?
There is an intensity in opera that makes it unforgettable from the very first encounter. The power of the voices, the music, and the closeness to the performers on stage create unique and lasting emotions. Opera conveys universal feelings in such an expressive and engaging way that it continues to resonate within us long after the performance has ended.
How do you feel about contributing to the beginning of an artistic career?
Contributing to the start of an artistic career means supporting talent at its most promising stage, helping to create the conditions for it to develop and gain visibility. For the Millennium bcp Foundation, this represents a commitment to promoting culture and encouraging new generations.
What impact do you believe an international competition like Cascais Ópera can have on culture in Portugal?
Cascais Ópera strengthens Portugal’s presence on the cultural scene. It attracts talent, builds networks, and promotes artistic exchange. At the same time, it contributes to audience development and to the appreciation of classical music, making it more accessible and closer to the public.
What legacy would you like this partnership to leave?
We hope this partnership will provide consistent support for emerging talent and for the recognition of culture as an essential element of society. More than a one-off contribution, the goal is to help build artistic careers and strengthen initiatives that have a lasting impact.
