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Jim Jefferies – You Could Get Naked on the Stage Back in the Day

by Kristina Kratochvilová  Jim Jefferies is one of the most famous and respected comedians in the world. He jokes about gun control and climate change as easily as about fucking his wife and the death of his mother. He unfolds his whole life to his audience and his audience loves him for it. Jefferies is currently on a world tour called Give Em What They Want and he will perform in Prague on April 21 at Kongresové centrum.    You started your stand-up comedy career quite a long time ago. What’s the most fucked up thing that ever happened during your shows? That’s a tricky question. I had fans trying to climb up the stage or yell at me, but that’s not very common. Most of the time the most fucked up things happened on the stage. Before I gave up drinking they were mostly my fault. So I would say being black-out drunk during a big arena show might have been the most fucked up thing I’ve experienced.  Did you manage to go through the whole show even though you were so fucked up? I’ve been drunk during a lot of shows, but some shows were really bad, so...

 by Prague Morning Apr 07, 2023

Charles University Was Founded 675 Years Ago Today

Charles University was founded by Karel IV, King of Bohemia and King of the Romans, on April 7, 1348.  It was the first university north of the Alps and east of Paris. Charles University is one of the oldest universities in Europe. Following the model of Paris University, Charles University was to consist of four faculties – the faculty of arts, theology and law and medicine faculty. The members of the Prague university community belonged to four different „nations“ – these were the Czech, Polish, Bavarian, and Saxon nations. The new university soon made a name in the whole of Europe, and that‘s why thousands of students from many countries came to study here. In its beginnings, the university had no building of its own, lectures were read in the monasteries and private dwellings of university masters. It was only in 1366 that Charles IV founded a college near the Church of St. Nicholas, but this was not big enough and it was necessary to find additional premises. Thus, 22 years later, the university moved into  Rothley House, today’s Carolinum. In 1784 German was introduced as the teaching language instead of Latin and it was used exclusively till 1882 when the...

 by Prague Morning Apr 07, 2023
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Easter in the Czech Republic: Today is Good Friday

In English, the name “Good Friday” is generally believed to be a corruption of “God’s Friday.”  From very early times, the Holy Day has been observed by Christians everywhere as the most solemn feast of the year, a day of sadness, mourning, fasting and prayer, when the Passion and Death of our Lord is remembered in countless churches by services of sorrow and gratitude. Good Friday was always regarded by the Roman Catholic Church as the day of greatest grief in the Church. It’s the only day in the year when Mass is not held anywhere in the world. Also, organs are silent, all ornaments are cleared from the altar, and no lights are burned. The cross is shrouded in a black veil. Great Friday (Velký pátek) is the popular name for the day in the Czech Republic. Velký pátek is a day of fasting for Roman Catholics who will not eat meat until Saturday evening after the church bells start ringing on their legendary return from Rome. On Velký pátek, Czech and Moravian cooks prepare their holiday bread (coffee cake) which must not be cut or eaten until the priest says, “Christ is risen!” (Kristus vstal z mrtvých!) on...

 by Prague Morning Apr 07, 2023
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June 22-24: Metronome Festival Promises Unforgettable Music Experiences

Already the sixth edition of Metronome Prague, where a number of world stars will shine, takes place on 22-25 June 2023 and promises unforgettable music experiences. Thanks to its top-notch line-up, location in the centre of Prague and the fact that it is happening at the most beautiful time of the year, Metronome Prague is one of the most popular metropolitan festivals in Europe. This year’s programme features an impressive line-up of internationally renowned artists including JAMIROQUAI, M83, ZAZ, AURORA, MODERAT, TOVE LO, EDITORS, WHITE LIES, JANA KIRSCHNER and many more. Over 40 international and local music acts will perform on a total of 8 large stages during four days. In such a rich mix of musical genres, every visitor, regardless of age, will find what they like. “With Metronome Prague we have set ourselves two main goals. To invite visitors to Prague for a unique music experience that they will enjoy in high comfort. And we have certainly fulfilled both of them. This year’s event consists of over 80 international and domestic acts and the established venue in the city centre offers plenty of comfort and a whole range of other services. From a rich gastronomic offer to chillout...

 by Prague Morning Apr 04, 2023

May 4: Music of Terry Riley & La Monte Young

Prague Music Performance brings the top of the crop in the avant-garde for one-night events; in recent times this has included last year’s guest, Roscoe Mitchell (last standing founder of the Art Ensemble of Chicago), and previously John Zorn for his bagatelles 5 hour-non-stop marathon. This year brings the “Music of Terry Riley & La Monte Young” as minimalist innovators of legendary status who both influenced developments in music from the earliest art rock of the Velvet Underground to No Wave, and inevitably more popular music from disco to electronica. There will be two compositions performed for this evening, each approximately an hour. Terry Riley’s “In C” is a series of 53 short musical figures played in sequence by any number of players and with any instruments depending on the whim of the moment. Two hits of the C-note plays over this on piano (or keyboard) and best result is an hypnotic even hallucinogenic journey. The careful attention to modal variations and repetition makes it an iconic step in modern music. “In C” was first performed in 1964, in San Francisco, and when it was released on album in 1968, the linear notes had the stamp of approval from San...

 by Tony O. Apr 04, 2023

Prague to Host Multimedia Exhibition of Ukrainian Artists

Galerie Lapidárium in Prague will host a multimedia exhibition entitled “Ukrainian Renaissance” from 4th to 18th April. The project will introduce visitors to iconic Ukrainian artists, unique images, metaphors and a deep philosophy in their work, which is based on the Ukrainian mentality and centuries-old spiritual heritage of Ukraine. The art project will feature works by famous Ukrainian artists such as Volodymyr Garbuz, Oksana Fursa, Serhiy Popov, Volodymyr Kamynin, Vitaliy Vlasenko and others. The exhibition includes paintings, sculpture, photography and other media. The project will take place with the informational assistance of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine and the Ministry of Culture and Information Policy of Ukraine. More info: Where: Galerie Lapidárium (Rámová 735/6, Praha 1) When: April 4 at 18:00 – vernissage April 5th-18th from 12:00 to 18:00 Price: 100 CZK (children up to 18 years – free of charge) Curators: Oksana Fursa – Ukrainian artist, rector of the Salvador Dali Art Institute, doctor of pedagogical sciences, professor, president of the Confederation of Designers and Stylists of Ukraine. Vadym Krechmar – Ukrainian artist, art historian. xosotin chelseathông tin chuyển nhượngcâu lạc bộ bóng đá arsenalbóng đá atalantabundesligacầu thủ haalandUEFAevertonfutebol ao vivofutemaxmulticanaisonbetbóng đá world cupbóng đá inter milantin juventusbenzemala...

 by Prague Morning Apr 02, 2023

Czech Holy Week: Blue Monday

Holy Week is called pašijový týden or also svatý týden in Czech and it’s the last week of the 40 day fasting period. Each day of this week was given special names because of the very specific traditions. Let’s learn more about Blue Monday. “Blue” is actually the name of the so called “Blue Mondays” which were Mondays on which people didn’t work. It’s a day of worship and honoring. People are supposed to be calm, collected and silent. Another theory says that the name is a literal translation of the German expression Blauer Montag which means a Monday on which one is hangover and unable to work (which was surely quite fitting also because people liked to drink a celebrate the night before knowing that they wouldn’t have to work the next day). For school children and students the Blue Monday was the beginning of the Spring break. The name for vacation back then was vakace which sounded way more international than today’s word prázdniny. In the morning we are supposed to be thankful for our lives and place wheat sprouts on the table as a gesture of gratitude. We also salute the sky and the weather. In the mass the Gospel of Mary is read and Christians remember...

 by Prague Morning Mar 27, 2023

Sloup Castle: Bohemia’s Salt Trade Defense, Hermitage and Tourist Spot

Sloup Castle is a rock castle located in the northern part of the Czech Republic. The castle dates all the way back to the 14th century AD when the area it is in was part of the Kingdom of Bohemia. Due to its strategic position, Sloup Castle was a formidable stronghold. Nevertheless, the castle did not serve this defensive function throughout its history, having undergone several transformations. Most recently, Sloup Castle was acquired by the House of Kinský, who turned the landmark into a tourist attraction. The Historical Origins Of Sloup Castle Sloup Castle is situated in the town of Sloup v Čechách (meaning “Sloup in Bohemia”), in Liberec, the northernmost part of Bohemia. The castle lies about 117.5 km from Prague. Sloup Castle sits on top of a 33 m high sandstone rock column, providing its long-dead occupants with a commanding view of the surrounding alluvial valley. Incidentally, the word “sloup” means “column” in Czech, an apt description of the outcrop on which the castle stands. Although Sloup Castle was founded during the Middle Ages, the rocky outcrop on which it was built was already occupied during the prehistoric period. The archaeological evidence from the site includes artifacts from the Globular...

 by Prague Morning Mar 27, 2023

David Černý Opens “Musoleum”. He Will Fill a Former Distillery with His Art

The former Smíchov distillery in Prague will be the site to a new permanent exhibition of David Černý’s work. The new 5 storey, 1,200 square metre museum will be opening on April 1, and will provide space for additional exhibitions alongside Černý’s work. Opposite to the MeetFactory, the distillery has remained vacant for over 20 years. Although construction has been approved for the cultural moment, the new building will be required to preserve the factory chimney as well as parts of the brewery. With architectural design by Černý studio Black n’ Arch, Development company Trimega has invested 4 billion crowns into renovations, and the first apartments will be completed by the end of the year. “The building is a listed monument, so it was not possible to knock it down and build a normal house here. So we decided to preserve it, and finally the decision was made to make it a cultural institution. Somehow, over time, it became the David Černý museum. Then I found out that it is not a museum, but more like a mausoleum,” Černý told ČTK. “Partly it came about due to the fact that a few years ago I was approached by the National...

 by Prague Morning Mar 23, 2023

Archa Palace in Prague City Centre Celebrates 100 Years Since Completion

Palác Archa, the iconic office building built in the rondo-cubist design, is marking its 100th anniversary. To commemorate Archa Palace’s centennial, a limited edition A3-size graphic of the structure was made using risograph printing technology, an ecologically beneficial procedure. The inks used are made from soy and rice, and the paper for the printing grid is produced from banana peels and sustainable farming. Furthermore, the printing procedure consumes less energy than other forms of printing. “We are extremely proud to be present as this unique building commemorates its centennial,” says David Votel, Head of Asset Management at CPI Property Group. “Archa Palace is an important part of our cultural heritage,” he adds, “and we are pleased to work with our tenants to ensure its preservation for future generations.” “The Risograph gives the impression of handmade traditional printing by making small mistakes,” says the graphic’s creator, Eugen Finkei. There are color changes, different spots, and the dotting that is characteristic of risograph printing. This is what distinguishes the images; each one is an individual.” Only 300 paintings will be offered for purchase at the Black Madonna Café in the royal structure on March 23 from 4 to 8 p.m. Each artwork...

 by Prague Morning Mar 23, 2023

Bryan Adams to Perform in Prague at the End of the Year

The Canadian singer is widely regarded as one of the most influential rock artists of his time. Bryan Adams will be in Prague on December 16 to launch his album “So Happy It Hurts” as part of a global tour of the same name. The well-known Canadian guitarist has established himself as one of the world’s most exciting live performers over the last 40 years. Many admirers have been wowed by his energetic singing and stage demeanor. Bryan Adams has published 18 solo albums in his career, with four new records released last year, including “So Happy It Hurts,” which was nominated for a Grammy. In addition, a new collection of his best hits was released, which is available on BMG. For his music, Adams has already been honored with numerous prizes and awards, such as three Oscar nominations, five Golden Globe nominations, 20 Juno Awards, and two Grammy Awards. Bryan Adams has established himself as one of the most influential rock artists of his age. He rose to worldwide prominence in the 1980s with tracks such as “Summer of ’69” and “Heaven.” He has sold over 100 million albums globally, making him one of the most famous artists of...

 by Prague Morning Mar 22, 2023

Jedová Chýše – Prague’s Oldest Pub

The story of what we can possibly call Prague’s longest existing pub; a place full of legends, stories, and crime. Jedová Chýše, also known as the Poison Hut, is probably the oldest and most legendary pub in Prague. It has a fascinating history dating back to the 13th century when it was originally established as a pub for locals and travelers. It was located in shadow of the St. Apollinaire Church in the New Town, and is surrounded by countless myths and legends. One of the most popular rumors surrounding Jedová Chýše concerns Wenceslas IV, who supposedly visited the pub on a regular basis. Legend even suggests the pub was named after an incident involving two of Wenceslas IV’s enemies, who were allegedly poisoned after their attempt to kill Wenceslas IV in Vienna. However, other probable rumors suggest Jedová Chýše’s name was derived from the 19th century and was based on the pub’s reputation as a place where medical students would go to drink and socialize after their studies. Jedová Chýše did not have a great reputation, and often attracted crime. According to legends, one of the pub’s owners used to tie spoons to chains attached to the table to...

 by Prague Morning Mar 21, 2023

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