The size of the centre allows it to host many groups and activities. In 1996, Steve Wright wrote that: "Forte Prenestino plays an important role in its local community. It houses an exhibition gallery, practice rooms for bands, space for theatrical performances, a dark room, gymnasium, and cafe. Classes are held, there are regular film nights, courses on design and sculpture, and a documentation centre. Outside Rome, the Forte is best known for its music label, featuring local rap and reggae bands. It also produces the journal
Nessuna Dipendenza, which documents the Forte's activities and engages in political discussion and debate." The rap group Assalti Frontali built a recording studio at the fort in the 1990s. Many internationally known bands, for example
Autechre,
Fugazi (5 times),
Mano Negra and
Test Department have played at the centre. There is also an antifascist gym. Other activities include an
infoshop, a bicycle workshop, a children's playground, a garden with flora guide and a herbalist shop. ==References==