Next Sunday, Sílvia Alberto will visit the Invicta City to meet Hélder Reis. Overlooking the Port and the Cathedral, Hélder shares that he grew up accustomed to packing his bags. At 13, he left his parents' home to become a priest and feels that the decision to leave the seminary was the best and worst moment of his life: "I was 23, 24 years old and left the seminary with nothing. No life plan, no money, I had to start all over again." He started as a waiter in Praça da Alegria, studied to be a presenter, and always tried to do everything he could. With 20 years of television experience, Hélder Reis has projects in music, agriculture, and is now traveling the world with what he says is the program of his life - "Notícias do Meu País." The second season premieres on January 26th on RTP.

Next Sunday, Sílvia Alberto will visit the Invicta City to meet Hélder Reis. Overlooking the Port and the Cathedral, Hélder shares that he grew up accustomed to packing his bags. At 13, he left his parents' home to become a priest and feels that the decision to leave the seminary was the best and worst moment of his life: "I was 23, 24 years old and left the seminary with nothing. No life plan, no money, I had to start all over again." He started as a waiter in Praça da Alegria, studied to be a presenter, and always tried to do everything he could. With 20 years of television experience, Hélder Reis has projects in music, agriculture, and is now traveling the world with what he says is the program of his life - "Notícias do Meu País." The second season premieres on January 26th on RTP.

Ana Bacalhau is performing at Sociedade Recreativa this week. After 10 years with Deolinda, she decides to perform in "Nome Próprio." On the eve of the big show, Ana Bacalhau chats with Sílvia Alberto on stage at the Tivoli: "What really gets me going is music." It was important for her parents to see their daughter have a secure job, and she did so for a few years as an archivist at the Ministry of Finance. But music drew her back to the stage, and Ana Bacalhau didn't hesitate. She traveled the world with Deolinda, bringing expressions and traditions of Portuguese culture to countless destinations, and today, nearly 40, she is the mother of a daughter she named after her grandmother and maintains her enthusiasm for singing to be happy.

This week, Sílvia Alberto meets Vera Mônica, Dona Secundina from the Excursões Air Lino series. She was born in the springtime of the Marvelous City, Rio de Janeiro. She arrived in Lisbon at age seven, after 14 days at sea, always with her fado singer mother. It was in Angola that she became a singer and actress. In 1997, at the height of her career in Portugal, she went on vacation to Italy, fell in love, got married, and lived there for almost ten years. Back in Portugal, another chapter followed, full of disappointments and difficulties - "Those who don't show up forget." Vera Mônica's life would indeed make a book. But for now, we can get to know her a little better with this interview on "Sociedade Recreativa."

Mallu Magalhães welcomes Sílvia Alberto to her music studio. The São Paulo-born singer and songwriter has lived in Lisbon for four years. The invitation to create a song for the Festival da Canção was received with great joy: "So much so that I believed and trusted in a life here... knowing that this welcome exists in such a beautiful way." At 25, she is one of the most beloved artists among the Portuguese public and is releasing her fourth solo album, titled "Vem." And we will follow Mallu's talent and charm, especially at this time when, in addition to music, she is so dedicated to motherhood - "I think there's a learning curve in tolerance and letting go of expectations that is very beautiful."

On the eve of Carnival, Sílvia Alberto meets an artist who wears masks year-round: Fernando Santos, one of the biggest names in drag in Portugal. Born in Mouraria, she learned basic values such as dignity and respect there. At four, she already revealed a fascination with the feminine universe and, even before she turned 18, ran away from home, leaving a note for her mother saying she wanted to fly and be free. A few years later, she considered changing her sex, but realized in time that this wasn't the path for her. Neither did alcohol or drugs. She toured the country performing, savoring the applause, but also experiencing moments of anguish and discrimination. Today, she continues, every night, to take the stage at Finalmente as Deborah Kristal.

This Sunday marks the first semifinal of the Festival da Canção. Sílvia Alberto invites her friends and presenters Sónia Araújo, Tânia Ribas de Oliveira, and Jorge Gabriel to lunch. Carolina Deslandes released a new single on Valentine's Day, featuring one of her biggest idols. Don't miss it at Sociedade Recreativa.

"I don't like questions. If I'm going to talk, I don't care." Celeste Rodrigues, about to turn 95, accepted Sílvia Alberto's invitation to a conversation at Mesa de Frades in Alfama - "all the fado houses are my homes." That's where we find her singing every week; it's through fado that she feeds her soul and finds the energy to face anything. With over seven decades of activity and an incredible memory, Celeste assures me she wouldn't mind living it all over again. She misses her brothers, her parents, and her mother's voice, which she considered the best in the world - "She loved to sing for us, at home. Like us, I never thought of being an artist, nor did my sister."

On the day of the Festival da Canção grand finale, Sociedade Recreativa welcomes hosts Filomena Cautela and Pedro Fernandes. Speaking with Sílvia Alberto, the duo will share some details about their performance as hosts on the Festival stage in Guimarães - "I'll be wearing a helmet so I can jump in headfirst," he says. "We'll try to do something that's never been done before in the Festival da Canção final," she assures. That's promising, and there's nothing like following every performance step by step until the song that will represent Portugal in Eurovision is chosen.

Isaura and Cláudia Pascoal, the big winners of the Festival da Canção, will be at the Sociedade Recreativa this Sunday. Sílvia Alberto meets the duo at Casa da Música for a conversation in the emotional aftermath of their victory. We'll learn how it all began, from Isaura's inspiration after the loss of her grandmother to her first conversation with Claudia on a rainy day: "I invited Claudia to sing another song." But after a few recordings, the composer decided to show her "O Jardim," and everything changed. This interview is also a journey through the lives of the two artists who will represent Portugal at Eurovision.

"I'm deeply attached to my failures." Fernanda Torres, actress and writer, is at Sociedade Recreativa this week. She's bringing a new book titled "Glory and Its Procession of Horrors," a quote from her mother, Fernanda Montenegro. Speaking with Sílvia Alberto, Fernanda takes us on a journey through several chapters of her own story. From growing up in the wings of a theater to becoming a renowned actress, including some less glorious episodes. She says that Brazil and the world in general make her feel like she's on a "wrecked train," but Portugal gives her some peace and hope.

"The age difference was huge, and there were times when it was difficult for him," says the youngest. "She defended herself with her teeth," asserts the eldest. Siblings Ana and Nuno Markl chat with Sílvia Alberto, surrounded by dolls and collector's items. The theme is precisely the series "1986," a journey led by Nuno Markl with some almost biographical passages. The author, who tends to create idyllic female characters, relied on his sister's special support to bring more realism to the women in the series.

This Easter, Sílvia Alberto meets Valter Hugo Mãe at the Museu da Misericórdia in Porto. The writer chose the painting "Fonte de Vida" (Fountain of Life) as the backdrop for a delightful conversation. He doesn't consider himself Catholic, but he believes in the historical existence of Christ and in the powers of Saint Benedict, who cured him of a childhood illness. Now that he has just published two books—Publication of Mortality and a brand-new edition of Paradise is the Others—he confesses that "there's a trauma at the end of the book." At 46, he has yet to fulfill his greatest desire of fatherhood and is preparing for a new journey, always accompanied by his memoirs.

Sociedade Recreativa Adriana Calcanhotto Sílvia Alberto presents the creations and achievements of those demonstrating talent in their field. Sílvia Alberto hosts the central interview with a prestigious guest, a current protagonist, or a national or international figure of recognized merit. Reports and segments are led by reporters Rita De La Rochezoire, Teresa Peres, and Jani Gabriel.

It's called "Casa" and marks a time of change in Carolina Deslandes's life. The artist's new album will be officially released on April 20th and is the starting point for a very special conversation next Sunday at Sociedade Recreativa. Sílvia Alberto conducts the interview with a few questions. Carolina answers without much fuss and with the candor of a woman who wants to leave an honest message for her children. "I became a mother twice in a row, and in this business, it's hard to have such a long absence. Sometimes there will be a lot of people saying it's impossible to carry on... and I managed to turn it around. I want to set that example for them."

In this Sociedade Recreativa, Sílvia Alberto visits Carlão's studio! With a new single and preparing the album "Entretenimento," the artist shares that even after 40, he still feels like a "kid." He still takes public transportation and always carries a notebook in his backpack to jot down ideas. Carlão reflects much of his true self in his lyrics - "Life is made of moments of light and a lot of darkness."

This Sunday's Sociedade Recreativa welcomes a handful of talent and good spirits: Cláudia Semedo, Pedro Granger, Inês Lopes Gonçalves, and Pedro Penim. One week before the Eurovision Opening Ceremony, the four "Blue Carpet" presenters meet with Sílvia Alberto at MAAT to share predictions and share fun Eurovision memories. To begin, Sílvia challenges them to introduce themselves to each other. Do they really know each other well?

Counting down to the big event, Sílvia Alberto joins Catarina Furtado and Filomena Cautela for a good chat in the garden of Café Corações Com Coroa. The lineup isn't complete because Daniela Ruah couldn't join the group of these fabulous hosts. Expectations, fears, emotions, and the overwhelming desire to do their best on stage are all part of the mix. Three completely different women share opinions and perspectives on life. Filomena says her colleagues won't let her "fall off the wagon," Sílvia is considered a true expert on Eurovision, and Catarina confesses that on the day of the final, she won't think about the 200 million viewers—"I'll tell my mom."

The special guest of this Recreational Society is... Eurovision! This is a very special broadcast, without the interview conducted by our very own Sílvia Alberto, who is on stage, but with pieces from our fabulous team of reporters: Rita de La Rochezoire, Teresa Peres, Jani Gabriel, and Idevor Mendonca.

Still in the aftermath of his fabulous Eurovision performance, Branko is performing with Sílvia Alberto at Sociedade Recreativa this week. A founding member of Buraka Som Sistema, João Barbosa, better known as Branko, has established himself in recent years as a key figure in the current Portuguese music scene. A DJ, producer, and music maker who blends traditional rhythms with electronic music, he has no doubt that the world's musical phenomena can help us better understand and understand ourselves.

"I like to put myself to the test every day." Judite Sousa is Sílvia Alberto's guest on the next Sociedade Recreativa. At 57, she still feels that reporting is the most important part of her profession. She's driven by challenges and the desire to go further. She's not afraid of controversy and says that, over the years, she's built a fortress to protect herself from what doesn't matter. She has a new book and a blog - "I think there are phases in our lives when we reevaluate what we want to show and give to others."

This Sunday, Sílvia Alberto is at Jardim do Torel in Lisbon for a chat with Janita Salomé. The composer, singer, and songwriter is back with a new album and is preparing for a special show at Teatro da Trindade on June 5th. He was 10 years old when he first arrived in Lisbon and glimpsed the Tagus River. He always felt the call of music, but he still worked as a court officer until Zeca Afonso brought him back to the stage.

Sílvia Alberto visits "Suite 647," on the stage of the Auditório dos Oceanos, for a very special conversation with Manuela Couto. The actress greets us with humor and an open door to time. The play's theme is inspiring. Born in Setúbal, she was always a good student, and her parents saw their daughter's love of theater as a good pastime. Things got serious when young Manuela entered the Conservatory. Today, she is one of the most talented and beloved actresses in our country. A mother of two and married for over 20 years, she confesses: "I wouldn't be able to live with an actor. We're too tiring."

With the sea in the background and salsa dancing on his feet, Pêpê Rapazote is Sílvia Alberto's guest on Sociedade Recreativa! The 47-year-old Portuguese actor, who played a drug kingpin in the series Narcos, feels in shape and with increasing energy to face all challenges. Despite his international success and continuing to audition for new careers, Pêpê can't imagine leaving Portugal. "My life is here." At the end of the conversation, the actor teaches the host some salsa steps.

Sílvia Alberto meets with Sara Tavares this week in Cascais for a conversation full of "Coisas Bonitos" (Beautiful Things). Just days before her show at EDP Cool Jazz, Sara Tavares shares the stories behind "Fitxadu," her latest album, and almost without realizing it, we embark on a short journey through more than 20 years of an admirable career. A health scare she faced a few years ago led her to rethink her approach to life: "Before, it was just music, music, music, soldier! Now, I understand that things are finite."

In this Sociedade Recreativa, Marisa Liz talks with Sílvia Alberto about Amor Electro's new album, her expectations for the new season of The Voice Portugal, and the insights of a mother with two children and a partner of 20 years by her side, in music and in life. She says she was never "a confident girl," but always fought with awareness of her abilities and limitations. "I realized very early on that I didn't need anyone to say yes to me; the only person who had to say yes was me."

At this Sociedade Recreativa, Sílvia Alberto chats and drinks tea with English-born actress Maya Booth! The star of "Verão M," who has always been more familiar with the beaches of the South, loved filming in Moledo, in a setting she considers "idyllic." She was born in Alentejo to an English family devoted to the arts. At four, she was already reciting Shakespeare and it didn't take long for her to discover her acting skills. "I'm here today also because my mother had the strength she had and found her way."

Vasco Palmeirim is Sílvia Alberto's guest on Sociedade Recreativa, hosting Joker, the new RTP1 competition. The host confesses that this challenge is bringing out his "naughtiest" side. Will this be the time to see a serious, no-nonsense Vasco Palmeirim on screen? The conversation invariably turns to other topics, from radio to The Voice Portugal, golf, and, of course, family. Regarding his son, Tomás, the expectation is positive: "I want him to still have that smile when I get home and he says, 'Look, daddy!'" Nelson Évora celebrated his 10th anniversary of winning the Olympic Gold Medal this week with a very special training session in the Algarve. The European Triple Jump Champion also received praise and a hug from Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa.

Sílvia Alberto visits a very sweet museum and brings along Graciano Dias, Santiago Mateus, and Carolina Marinho—father and sons, from the RTP1 series "Verão M." And after a lively beginning, it's just the adults... Graciano Dias, born in Caldas da Rainha, inherited his parents' love of cinema. He was almost ready to pursue a soccer career, but an injury changed his plans. With a strong connection to theater, he says he's very shy and wary of criticism from those who follow him: "Sometimes, sincerity doesn't bring us praise."

With the premiere of the new edition of The Voice Portugal, Sílvia Alberto chats with Aurea. Presenters, actors, producers, and real crews who make Criativisão! Don't miss Sociedade Recreativa's report on the launch of the new RTP schedule. Blaya has some news and will share it all with Rodrigo Gomes. Sociedade Recreativa's new reporter debuts in style, with a limousine, champagne, and, of course, great company.

António Fagundes is Sílvia Alberto's guest on Sociedade Recreativa. The actor, with a career spanning over 50 years, is in Portugal with the play "Baixa Terapia." An avid reader, he takes advantage of his stays here to buy dozens of books, and it's at the Ajuda National Palace Library that he answers the host's questions—"I think the actor goes to therapy every day."

On the day PREÇO CERTO celebrates its 3,000th broadcast, with a special program in Lamego, Fernando Mendes is Sílvia Alberto's guest. It all began with a casting call and a three-month trial contract. But this "experience" exceeded all expectations, and Fernando Mendes has now spent 13 years hosting a show that has become a beloved gathering place for the Portuguese. And, as happens between two good friends, other topics come up in this interview: his children, his shows, his time shining shoes at Parque Mayer, and even his longing for his great companion and friend Nicolau Breyner.

At this Sociedade Recreativa, we welcome José Raposo and Madalena Almeida, Emílio and Jasmin from Circo Paraíso! Sílvia Alberto chats with the acting duo by the Tagus River, still during the Regatta of Portugal. Both he, at 55, and she, at 21, agree that this series is the best experience ever! The tour and conversation then continue with José Raposo, who is preparing to become a father for the third time. A brilliant and versatile professional, with proven experience in a wide range of genres—from revue theater to auteur cinema—the actor fearlessly states: "The barriers that the artistic world, in general, places on various genres are so stupid. I'll never understand!"

Soraia Chaves is Sílvia Alberto's guest at this Sociedade Recreativa. "This Natália Correia touched me in a beautiful way and will stay with me for the rest of my life. I'll never look at the world the same way again." Diogo Amaral at the premiere of "Pedro & Inês" in Lisbon. Our Rita de La Rochezoire wanted to better understand this story of the actor sleeping with the king's sword... Not to be missed at Sociedade Recreativa.

Boss AC is Sílvia Alberto's guest at this Sociedade Recreativa. After the "AC para os amigos" tour, the musician is back recording with "A Vida Continua..." (Life Continues...). He likes to think of his albums as snapshots of various moments in his life. As a boy, who already rhymed his Portuguese compositions in school, he wanted to be a scientist or an inventor. The truth is that Boss AC was one of the pioneers of Portuguese hip hop over 20 years ago and continues to invent lyrics and approaches to music today. It is through music that he communicates what's in his soul: "I've always found solutions for my problems within myself."

Sílvia Alberto travels to Almada to meet Tony Carreira. Much of her 30-year career has also been spent on this side of Rio, where she has her company, studios, and parents' home. The conversation begins at Mirante and then continues in the rehearsal room. On the eve of his final shows, Tony Carreira shares his reasons for taking a break, the fears he still faces every time he takes the stage, and, of course, all the latest on his album "As Canções das Nossas Vidas."

In this Sociedade Recreativa, Sílvia Alberto interviews Bárbara Bandeira. At 13, she turned every chair on The Voice Kids, and today she's alongside mentor Anselmo Ralph in the Battles phase of The Voice Portugal! With thousands of followers on social media and several hits playing on the radio, the it girl of the moment is preparing her first album, which includes a song with Brazilian singer Ludmilla. Determined from an early age, she never doubted what she wanted to be and do with her life. Daughter of musician Rui Bandeira, Bárbara approaches her career with seriousness and awareness at just 17 years old - "It's impossible to be successful forever."

At this Sociedade Recreativa, Sílvia Alberto meets with António Zambujo. The musician is releasing a new album and shares, firsthand, everything about this "Do Avesso" (Against the Edge) album: "For me, albums are a reflection of the moment." A conversation steeped in the feelings and melodies that make up António Zambujo's biography. From his longing for his grandmother, his childhood and youth in Beja, to his sons Diogo and João, who reveal a love of music.

In this Sociedade Recreativa, Sílvia Alberto goes to Porto Customs to meet the three judges of the new series of "Cosido à Mão." Mariama Barbosa, Susana Agostinho, and Paulo Battista are joining forces in the search for Portugal's best tailor in the competition, which returns to RTP starting December 1st. Mariama is the panel's newest addition, and in this conversation, she authentically shares her perspective on fashion and what it means to be beautiful or ugly. Paulo Battista, proof that tailoring isn't just for old people, and Susana, always dressed in black and attentive to detail from design to execution. A powerful trio that promises to surprise.

António Pedro Vasconcelos is a guest of Sílvia Alberto at this Sociedade Recreativa. Tiago Bettencourt is preparing for a big show at the Lisbon Coliseu on December 6th. We'll tell you all about it.

José Avillez is Sílvia Alberto's guest on this Sociedade Recreativa. The award-winning chef, who never says no to a good challenge, participated in The Voice Portugal as a Super Coach on Anselmo Ralph's team and in January will debut as a judge on a new RTP program. He is the first Portuguese to receive the Best Chef of the Year Award from the International Academy of Gastronomy. Always committed and driven to success, he confesses: "At certain points in my life, challenge intersects with unconsciousness, and I've cried a lot along the way."

It's to the sound of UHF that Sílvia Alberto travels to Almada to meet the great António Manuel Ribeiro. The theme is special concerts to celebrate 40 years of music, this December, first at Aula Magna, then at Casa da Música. The story begins in 1978 when a group of "kids" got together on the South Bank to form a band. No one imagined what would come next - "I don't care if there's no Portuguese rock! The fact is that Portuguese music has changed with us." Along with music, writing has always been a passion of Antônio's; since his shy teenage years, he wrote love letters of over 20 pages. An intimate and unmissable conversation!

A special conversation between the two beauties, Maria João Bastos and Sílvia Alberto, at the beautiful São Carlos National Theater. Not to be missed at this Sociedade Recreativa.

After the excellent debut of "Families Face to Face," chef Hugo Nascimento welcomes Sílvia Alberto to Tasca da Esquina for a good chat. He entered the world of cooking through desserts, a young man who wanted to be an architect and, at the same time, a nightclub star juggling at the bar. Luck brought him to the team of chef Vítor Sobral, with whom he maintains a close friendship. He doesn't like to take himself too seriously, but he doesn't take his profession lightly.

In the next Sociedade Recreativa episode, we'll have a sweet conversation between two expectant mothers. Sílvia Alberto interviews Filipa Gomes on the day of her big debut as host of RTP1's new program "Families Face to Face - Kitchen Challenge." With farming grandparents, she grew up close to the countryside and the origins of her ingredients, never knowing that these ingredients would brighten her days. Five years ago, she traded a secure job in advertising for the combination that makes her happy: cooking and television. She doesn't like being called "Chef," as she considers herself a simple cook who enjoys communicating. With no ambitions for restaurants or stardom: "I've loved eating since I was born."

Sílvia Alberto suggests a journey through the best of 2018! From Eurovision to cinema, theater, music, sports, fashion, events, and, of course, behind-the-scenes looks at some of our RTP's biggest series and entertainment. These are the highlights of the report and interviews with over 50 guests, reviewed in the last Sociedade Recreativa of 2018.