On September 22, as part of World Rivers Day, the Vltava River and its surroundings will host the first annual multi-genre festival “Know the Vltava,” the largest of its kind in Europe. Spanning from the Podolská waterworks to the Old Wastewater Treatment Plant in Bubeneč, the event will feature tours, artistic performances, workshops, and special programs for children along the embankment. This event will bring together over three dozen participants, showcasing the river’s significance in various contexts—from its crucial role in the city’s infrastructure and environmental impact to its cultural and sporting influences. Currently, 35 companies, organizations, and cultural institutions are involved in the preparations, with more than eighty activities planned. Organized by the municipal organization Kreativní Praha, in cooperation with the Prague Institute of Planning and Development (IPR Prague), the festival will offer most activities free of charge. The central theme of the festival is education about the river and its conservation. Visitors will have the chance to explore normally inaccessible areas, such as the recently revealed supply tunnel system of the historic National Theater, leading from the golden chapel to the Vltava River, and the Old Wastewater Treatment Plant in Bubeneč. The century-old lock in Smíchov will also be open for detailed guided...
“A Sudden Glimpse to Deeper Things” by Northern Irish director Mark Cousins won the top Crystal Globe award at the Karlovy Vary film festival on Saturday, organisers said. Cousins’s documentary “explores themes of gender, neurodiversity, climate change, and the mysteries of creativity from youth to old age” through the eyes of Scottish painter Wilhelmina Barns-Graham (1912-2004), its authors said. The 58th edition of the festival in the western Czech spa city of Karlovy Vary started on June 28. US actor Viggo Mortensen, known for playing Aragorn in “The Lord of the Rings” films, received the Festival President’s Award at the opening ceremony. Other guests at Karlovy Vary included “Closer” and “Sin City” star Clive Owen and “Erin Brockovich” and “Traffic” director Steven Soderbergh. Both Owen and Soderbergh also received the Festival President’s Award, as did German actor and director Daniel Bruehl, known for roles in “Inglourious Basterds” and “Rush”. Oscar-winning British actor Geoffrey Rush, known for “Shine”, “The King’s Speech” and “Pirates of the Caribbean”, was a member of the festival jury. Would you like us to write about your business? Find out more
It will be one of the largest productions ever in the Czech capital, with Barrandov Studio fully booked for the sci-fi series over the next six months. Blade Runner 2099 is being filmed in Prague under the working title “Bulero.” The project has applied for funding from the Czech Film Fund under two headings: “Rebirth” and “The Hunter Becomes the Hunter.” Dimitri Abold (The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes) and Lewis Gribben (Somewhere Boy) join the previously announced Michelle Yeoh (The Brothers Sun) and Hunter Schafer (Euphoria) in two more main roles. While Katelyn Rose Downey (The Nun II), Daniel Rigby (Renegade Nell), Johnny Harris (A Gentleman in Moscow), Amy Lennox (Only Child), Sheila Atim (The Woman King) and Matthew Needham (House of the Dragon) join as guest stars on the series. Blade Runner 2099 follows the acclaimed films “Blade Runner,” directed by Ridley Scott and starring Harrison Ford, and “Blade Runner 2049,” directed by Denis Villeneuve and starring Ryan Gosling and Ana de Armas. Blade Runner 2099 will join several major TV productions recently filmed in Prague, including “Carnival Row,” “The Wheel of Time,” and “Foundation.” Unlike these projects, which used various locations across the Czech...
The Saints Cyril and Methodius Day is a national holiday of the Czech Republic, which is celebrated every year on July 5 to commemorate the anniversary of the arrival of the Slavic prophets Cyril and Methodius in Great Moravia in 863. The date for this holiday used to be March 9, but Pope Pius IX changed the date because July 5 is when St. Cyril and St. Methodius arrived in the Moravia region. In an effort to limit the influence of encroaching Germanic neighbors, Czech Prince Rostislav in 863 invited Byzantine monks and brothers Cyril and Methodius (Constantine and Methodius) of Thessalonica to come to the Czech lands to preach the gospel in the Slavonic language (a predecessor of Czech). To spread the Gospel among the Slavs, they translated the Bible and other religious books and helped to spread the Old Slavonic Language, or staroslověnština [transl. from Czech]. What is more important, the alphabet they created formed the basics of what was later used to establish more than 50 Slavic languages – the Cyrillic alphabet. In many countries like Ukraine, Russia, Belarus, and others, the Cyrillic alphabet remains the foundation for writing. The two brothers are considered the founders of Slavic literature and...
The monumental burial mound dates from the 4th millennium BC – making it one of Europe’s earliest known funerary structures. A team of archaeologists from the University of Hradec Králové (UHK) discovered the prehistoric burial ground during rescue excavations along a highway in the eastern Bohemia region. The “long barrow” structure measures an impressive 190 meters in length, making it one of the longest of its kind in Central Europe – as well as one of the oldest. “Mounds of this type are found mainly in northwestern Bohemia. They have not yet been reliably documented in Eastern Bohemia,” Petr Krištuf, a professor in UHK’s Department of Archaeology, said in a statement. “In addition, the examined specimen represents the longest prehistoric mound not only in our region but probably in the whole of Europe.” Invisible above ground prior to the excavation, two central burials were revealed during the dig: two human skeletons, both laid on their left side facing north, the first accompanied by a ceramic vessel, and the second with five chipped artefacts. Researchers believe the orientation of the skeletons and offerings provides valuable information about the burial customs of the time. The burial mound was partially disturbed by a...
Anastacia, the international pop icon known for her powerful voice, is celebrating the 25th anniversary of her debut album “Not That Kind” with a European tour. The US pop star will perform in Prague on 28 March 2025 at O2 universum. Anastacia’s “Not That Kind” tour marks 25 years since her debut album was released in 2000. She achieved a breakthrough in Europe with the hit “I’m Outta Love” from this album and has enjoyed worldwide success since then. “I am overjoyed to be touring Europe again and performing in so many beautiful places in front of my very special family. I wasn’t able to tour for my first album back then, so this tour makes it extra special for me. I can’t believe it’s been 25 years since ‘Not That Kind’ was released and we’re going to celebrate in typical Anastacia style. It’s going to be a huge anniversary party. I’m really looking forward to seeing you all there,” Anastacia said about her upcoming tour. Anastacia started her career in 1999 and was named the “world’s best-selling new female pop artist” just two years later. She is known for hits like “I’m Outta Love,” “Paid My Dues,” and “Left...
In the middle of Old Town Square stands a large and imposing statue of one of Bohemia’s most important religious reformers and martyrs, Jan Hus (c.1370-1415). In the Czech Republic, July 6th is still celebrated every year as a public holiday in commemoration of the life and work of this great religious leader and advanced thinker who died for his beliefs more than 600 years ago. He advocated church reforms, such as using Czech as the liturgical language, aligning the church’s practices with teachings contained in the Bible, limiting the power of the church to spiritual matters, and stopping the sale of indulgences. Sometime around 1490, he enrolled in the University of Prague (known as Charles University today) where he eventually earned a master’s degree and began teaching, and then earned the position of dean of the philosophical faculty in 1401. During this period, the university was undergoing a time of strife and disagreement between two factions. On the one hand were the German masters who were staunch supporters of the Catholic Church, and who were regarded as standing against any sort of Church reform, and on the other were the Czech masters who were strongly nationalistic, who were...
Prague Airport will be the first airport worldwide to feature a Poesiomat for its passengers. Reminiscent of a submarine periscope, this unique installation activates when you turn its crank, sharing poems, songs, and stories about Czech cultural icons. Poesiomats have been enriching public spaces since 2015, thanks to the Piána na ulici association led by café owner Ondřej Kobza. Starting July 2, travelers at Prague’s Airport can enjoy this new experience. “Airports are gateways to and from the country and modern squares where people have time to stop and reflect. We thought it would be wonderful if people could spend this time listening to a Dvořák symphony or a Seifert poem,” explains Kobza, the project’s creator. The Poesiomat will feature 20 recordings, introducing passengers to notable Czech figures from various fields, including culture, politics, and sports. Visitors will learn about luminaries like Václav Havel, Milan Kundera, Karel Čapek, and Eliška Junková. “English will be the primary language, but the Poesiomat will also recite or sing in French, German, and Spanish. Our goal is to familiarize foreign visitors with Czech culture,” adds Kobza. The poetry machines are made of steel and are about 180 cm tall, consisting of three assembled parts....
After more than thirteen years of activity, the British band Royal Blood will finally visit the Czech Republic to play their first solo concert! It will take place on July 11, 2024, in Ledárny Braník. The duo will bring to Prague not only their latest album, Back To The Water Below, which was very well received by critics, but also a cross-section of their entire work. The band from Worthing, UK was formed in 2011 and almost from the very beginning was based on the long-term friendship of musicians Mike Kerr (vocals, bass guitar) and Ben Thatcher (drums). After the release of their debut album, the until then unknown project reached the top of the British charts almost overnight, played on the stages of festivals such as Glastonbury or Rock Werchter and, last but not least, received a nomination for the prestigious Mercury Prize and the Brit Awards for Best British Band of 2015. Their sound can be compared to bands like The White Stripes, The Black Keys or Muse, with whom they played the Royal Blood tour last year. The combination of bass guitar and drums is originally emphasized by Kerr’s typical style, where his bass guitar sounds like...
On Friday, July 5th, Smetana Hall at the Municipal House in Prague will resonate with the melodies of a special classical music concert dedicated to Ukraine. The event, set to begin at 7:30 PM, promises an evening of musical artistry and cultural solidarity, featuring an exceptional lineup of performers and compositions. The concert will open with the world premiere of “Go where the wind takes you…,” a composition by the acclaimed Ukrainian composer Iryna Aleksiychuk. Known for her multiple international competition wins and national creative awards, Aleksiychuk’s latest work is inspired by the evocative poem of Olena Stepanenko (Prylutska). This piece was commissioned by Classical Movements for the Taki-Alsop Conducting Fellowship, as part of the Eric Daniel Helms New Music Program, highlighting the intersection of poetry and music in a unique creative expression. Following this premiere, the audience will be treated to the Saint-Saëns Piano Concerto No. 2, performed by the highly lauded Ukrainian-American pianist Anna Dmytrenko. A laureate of numerous international piano competitions, Dmytrenko’s career has been marked by her technical mastery, earning her performances at prestigious venues such as Carnegie Hall. The evening will culminate with a performance of Dvořák’s Symphony No. 9, “From the New World” by...
The 58th Karlovy Vary International Film Festival kicks off in the West Bohemian spa town on Friday evening. The festival will open with a screening of the western The Dead Don’t Hurt, written and directed by Viggo Mortensen, who also stars in the film. Themes of “fragile family bonds and explorations of love driven by complex female characters,” Kočárník says, will feature prominently in many of the fest’s films, such as Norway’s “Loveable.” In addition, there are a few period dramas with a contemporary touch, such as Margarida Cardoso’s “Banzo,” Bruno Anković’s “Celebration,” about young men seduced by right-wing ideology, and Iveta Grófová’s 1940s-set “Hungarian Dressmaker.” The festival it’s keeping an eye on a new generation of local directors. One such helmer is Adam Martinec, who is about to make his feature debut with “Our Lovely Pig Slaughter.” “The world is waiting for this film, if I may exaggerate a little,” says KVIFF’s artistic director Karel Och. “You don’t get to see Czech films at the biggest festivals that often, which I hope will change, but I am very confident about this new generation. Unlike some of their older colleagues, they work on themselves. They go to festivals, watch films...
Sir Rod Stewart will bring his Global Hits tour to Prague on July 3rd, 2024 with a special show at the Prague O2 Arena. Rod Stewart is one of the best-selling artists in the history of recorded music, with an estimated 250 million records and singles sold worldwide. His songs including global hits such as “Maggie May,” “Da Ya Think I’m Sexy,” “Baby Jane,” “The First Cut Is The Deepest,” “I Don’t Want To Talk About It,” “Tonight’s The Night,” “You Are In My Heart,” “Hot Legs,” “Forever Young” and “Sailing”. As well as a brilliant live performance, Rod Stewart has been thrilling his fans for five decades. “I’m genuinely excited to get back to perform for my wonderful friends in Prague I’ll give you my greatest hits – and of course there will be many thrilling surprises!” His signature voice, style and songwriting have transcended all genres of popular music, from rock, folk, soul, R&B, and even the Great American Songbook; making him one of the few stars to enjoy chart-topping albums throughout every decade of his career. He’s earned countless of the industry’s highest awards, among them, two inductions into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, the...
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