With the aim of strengthening the cultural public provided by the D. Maria II National Theatre, Grupo Ageas Portugal associates to this Theatre, in a three-year partnership, that aims for a deeper connection between D. Maria II and the Portuguese.

"The D. Maria II National Theatre has been, for the last 173 years, a house to create, reflect and spread the theatrical art. We have a strong commitment to the democratization of citizen’s access to culture, developing nationwide projects and for all audiences", says Cláudia Belchior, President of the Board of Directors of the D. Maria II National Theatre. "With the support of Grupo Ageas Portugal, we have strengthened the circulation of shows throughout the country, increasing the offer of high-quality theatres in wider geographies. It is with great complicity that we have entered this partnership, which reflects our shared conviction that Culture is a fundamental right of us all", she adds.

The Eunice Network is one of the projects that benefits from this strengthening, undertaking the denomination of Eunice Ageas Network. Plus, the Noble Hall of the D. Maria II is know referred to as Ageas Noble Hall.

Launched in 2016, the Eunice Network is a project for the diffusion of shows produced and co-produced by the D. Maria II, patronised by the actress Eunice Muñoz, and which is developed in partnership with municipalities that want to provide their communities with a reinforced offer of quality theatre.

Throughout 3 seasons, 4 municipal theatres have taken part with this project, hosting a total of 9 shows. Until the end of June, application will be opened allowing 3 municipal theatres to integrate the new edition of Eunice Ageas Network, joining Portimão’s Municipal Theatre, part of the project since 2017.

Steven Braekeveldt, CEO of Grupo Ageas Portugal, considers that "The continuous commitment to culture in Portugal is a strategic axis of Grupo Ageas. This partnership with one of the most emblematic Portuguese theatres marks another step on our investment in the national culture, with a strong dynamism in the areas of culture, music, dance and entertainment”.

Ageas in an international insurance group and a leading insurance company in Portugal. Grupo Ageas Portugal has placed major emphasis in Culture and Arts, as a strategic positioning axis, combining notoriety goals with a strong contribution to the development of society.