Culture Events in Prague
30. 9. 2009 - 6. 7. 2010
Story of the Planet Earth
The exhibition, covering 900 m2, is located in the largest space of the main National Museum building on the first floor. The lobby transports visitors into outer space. The highlight of the exhibit is a model of the planet Earth through which visitors enter the interior of the planet. Also, visitors will be able to gaze at the planet`s surface from outer space and fly by other planets.
National Museum
www.nm.cz
7. 11. 2009 - 30. 4. 2010
August Bedrich, Charlotte and Louisa Piepenhagen
The landscape oeuvre of Augusta Bedrich Piepenhagen and his daughters Charlotte and Louisa emerged during the period of Romanticism. The cornerstone of this body of work and its significance is the exceptionally prolific as well as attractive oeuvre of August Bedrich, with Charlotte and Louisa essentially continuing their father`s legacy. Piepenhagen, a foreigner by origin, apprenticed as a button-maker, and as a self-taught painter he evolved from an empirical and descriptive rendering of reality towards a purely Romantic composition in the final mature stages of his creative career. He would produce relentless variations of views of mountain valleys filled with lakes and rivers, ruined castles perched upon rocky promontories, water surfaces reflecting full moons, forest paths illuminated by rays of sun or moonlight, as well as snow-filled landscapes. His friend, the Austrian poet and landscape artist Adalbert Stifter, wrote in 1859 that Piepenhagen`s landscapes were suffused with "the suppleness of natural color."
St George's Convent, Prague Castle
www.ngprague.cz
17. 11. 2009 - 6. 7. 2010
Be Free
Exhibition commemorating the 20th anniversary of the fall of the iron curtain and November 17 showing events from 1950`s to 1990`s.
National Museum
www.nm.cz
from 17. 11. 2009
After Velvet
The reconstructed rooms at the Golden Ring House will again house a permanent exhibition. Through the works of several artistic generations the concept's authors will attempt to reflect pivotal socio-cultural and economic changes that have taken place in the Czech Republic since 1989. This turnaround will be presented by the work of artists that developed their art before 1989 and also by young artists that entered the arts scene after the revolution.
Golden Ring House
www.ghmp.cz
7. 12. 2009 - 1. 7. 2010
Czech Gold - Czech coins and medals made from precious metals
This exhibition presents Czechoslovak, Czech and Slovak coins and medal work.
For the fist time in the history of modern Czech statehood, Municipal House visitors will find such an extensive and comprehensive set of Czech coins and medals of precious metals, comprising works by artists from the independent Czechoslovak state, as well as from the Czech Republic and Slovakia, in one place.
Municipal House
www.obecnidum.cz
16. 12. 2009 - 4. 4. 2010
Art of Czech Reformation
Artworks from the period of Czech Reformation (approx. 1380-1620) - from the Hussites to the battle of White Mountain in which non-catholic beliefs and their protagonists have played an important political and cultural role. On display: almost 100 artworks which were mainly created in a sacral environment, documenting the extent of artistic quality of this period. Many of the unique items have been loaned from church collections and/or directly from churches. Also on display: for a limited time - several exclusive illuminated manuscripts (e.g. the original of the Antithesis Christi et Antichristi and the never before exhibited Klaudián`s Map of the Czech Lands).
Imperial Stables, Prague Castle
www.kulturanahrade.cz
8. 2. - 18. 4. 2010
Pagina aurata
Illuminated fragments of medieval manuscripts. A collection of medieval illuminations of various origins which were, over the course of the centuries, removed from their original manuscripts and preserved as separate one-page sheets or ornate fragments with painted initials. The works are among the oldest and most valuable items in the Graphic Work and Drawing Collection. The exhibition will showcase those illuminations created in the Czech lands and surrounding regions.
Schwarzenberg Palace
www.ngprague.cz
9. 2. - 13. 5. 2010
AghaRTA Prague Jazz Festival 2010
Round-the-year festival presenting world jazz artists.
www.agharta.cz
16. 2. - 23. 5. 2010
The Oldest Silver Treasures
Exhibition showcasing unique Czech and Moravian silver treasures from around 1000 offering a
comprehensive view of the Czech mint of the time. The biggest attraction of this exhibition: The
Podebrady Silver Treasure - the largest treasure from the oldest Czech currency called denier dating back to the 10th century (1400 coins) or the oldest Czech coin type - the Boleslav I Denier from around 960.
National Museum`s new building
www.nm.cz
23. 2. - 15. 8. 2010
Jan Vanek (1891 - 1968) - Civilized Housing for Everyone
Exhibition introducing a unique and modern work from this leading architect from the period between the wars.
The City of Prague Museum
www.muzeumprahy.cz
27. 2. - 18. 4. 2010
St Mathew Fair
the first spring fair in Europe dating back to 16th century offering about 130 rides and other attractions, from swing sets to bumper cars to shooting galleries. A longstanding favorite is the Loch Ness, a large carousel in the shape of the legendary monster, and a roller coaster that runs over water.
Prague Exhibition Grounds in Holesovice (Vystaviste)
www.matejskapout.cz
3. 3. - 23. 5. 2010
Dokoupil 100
Jirí Georg Dokoupil is one out of the few Czech post-war artists who has established himself on the international art scene. Art reviewers mostly consider him to be a part of the postmodern painting, which developed mainly in Germany and Italy in the 80`s and 90`s.
Prague Castle Riding School
www.kulturanahrade.cz
5. 3. - 30. 5. 2010
Zdenek Sklenar
Exhibition commemorating the 100th anniversary of his birth and introducing all spheres of his various work as a painter and illustrator. Sklenar was amongst the first Czech artists to establish important relations with Chinese art. His recent retrospective exhibition in the Beijing National Gallery was extremely popular.
Stone Bell House
www.ghmp.cz
10. - 18. 3. 2010
One World
the 12th edition of One World Human Rights International Documentary Film Festival
www.jedensvet.cz
13. - 20. 3. 2010
Irish Music Festival
St Patrick`s Day celebrations
www.irishmusicfestival.cz
15. 3. 2010
Scorpions
concert
O2 Arena
www.O2arena.cz
15. 3. 2010
Tokio Hotel
concert
www.tesla-arena.cz
16. 3. - 13. 6. 2010
Graphic Cabinet: Woman and Graphic Art in 19th-century Bohemia
Art by women has found a public forum in the Czech milieu since the early 19th century. Graphic art, like painting and drawing, is a genre in which the specific circumstances of early art by women were determined, among other things, by the different opportunities for art education between the genders and by social convention. The Graphic Cabinet will present the woman artist in 19th-century Bohemia as an occasional as well as specialized producer of etchings, lithographs, woodcuts and models for graphic sheets and look at the role of women as owners and operators of graphic workshops. Women's graphic art reflects the traditions of artistic families, contemporary opportunities for women's art education and the activities of women trained as artists abroad. Of further note are artworks by aristocratic dilettanti in the first quarter of the 19th century, as well as the output of the first professional women artists, following from their lesser known and little represented beginnings to the late 19th century, when women's art makes a vital contribution to the graphic art revival.
St George's Convent, Prague Castle
www.ngprague.cz
20. 3. - 10. 4. 2010
Easter market 2010
www.taiko.cz
25. - 28. 3. 2010
young2010prague
popular venue for young people aged 8-26 who have an active interest in music and choir singing
www.youngprague.cz
25. 3. - 2. 4. 2010
Febiofest
the largest non-competition international film festival in the Czech Republic
www.febiofest.cz
31. 3. - 14. 4. 2010
Prague Easter Festival
series of concerts thematically linked to Easter
www.fok.cz
31. 3. - 12. 9. 2010
Being Vietnamese in Prague - the Life of Minorities in the Czech Republic
The exhibition documents the lives of the Vietnamese minority in Prague over the past 50 years. It features artefacts and documentation illustrating typical elements of the culture and everyday lives as seen in Prague (markets, stores, food stands, as well as fashion stores, nail studios, etc.). In addition, the exhibition will tackle cultural phenomena such as "Bloggers, Education, Music and Sport".
The City of Prague Museum
www.muzeumprahy.cz
1. 4. - 29. 6. 2010
Art of Chess
The exhibition shows that many contemporary artists find inspiration in chess. It will consists of designs of chessboards and chessmen by 15 leading international artists such as Damien Hirst, Barbara Kruger, Rachel Whiteread and Jake and Dinos Chapman.
The exhibition will have a rich accompanying program including exhibition chess matches of the legendary chess grandmaster Boris Spassky.
DOX, Centre for Contemporary Art
doxprague.org
3. 4. 2010
Spring Sázavafest
multicultural and multi-genre music festival
www.sazavafest.cz
4. 4. 2010
Saga
concert
Retro Music Hall
www.retropraha.cz
15. - 22. 4. 2010
Days of European Film
Presentation of current European film, especially from the EU member states
www.eurofilmfest.cz
16. - 20. 4. 2010
15th Czech Dance Platform Festival 2010
the best from the dance art created in the Czech Republic
www.tanecniplatforma.cz
16. 4. - 2. 8. 2010
Jan Kaplický
The exhibition will feature the most comprehensive collection of works of this prominent Czech architect, who recently passed away.
He attained fame by two iconic buildings, namely the Media Centre at Lord`s Cricket Ground in London and the Selfridges department store in Birginham, but the Czech public knows him mainly for his winning design of the competition for the National Library and the following controversy.
The exhibition will open simultaneously with the premiere of the film about his life.
DOX, Centre for Contemporary Art
doxprague.org
20. 4. 2010
Sepultura
concert
Modrá vopice
www.modravopice.eu
21. 4. 2010
Bobby McFerrin
concert
Obecní dum
www.strunypodzimu.cz
21. 4. 2010
Duke Ellington Orchestra
concert
Lucerna
www.lucpra.com <www.lucpra.com>
22. 4. 2010
Bobby McFerrin
concert
Kongresové centrum Praha
www.bobbyvpraze.cz
25. 4. 2010
Nada Surf
concert
Lucerna Music Bar
www.musicbar.cz
6. - 9. 5. 2010
Mozart`s Prague
5th international music festival of choirs and instrumental groups
www.choirs.cz
12. 5. - 3. 6. 2010
Prague Spring
International music festival
www.festival.cz
12. 5. - 1. 8. 2010
Prague Castle in Postal Stamp Art
The Prague Castle as a symbol of the past and present has inspired numerous Czech and international artists. The exhibition presents the 90+ year old tradition of Czech stamp art, many of them featuring objects from the castle`s collections.
Prague Castle
www.kulturanahrade.cz
12. 5. - 26. 7. 2010
Ouka Leele
Ouka Leele is an outstanding Spanish artist who was awarded the Spanish State Award in 2005, the Premio Nacional for photography.
Old Town Hall
www.ghmp.cz
13. 5. 2010
Joan Osborne
concert
Modrá vopice
www.modravopice.eu
13. 5. 2010
Dianne Reeves & Friends
concert
Kongresové centrum Praha
www.kcp.cz
14. - 30. 5. 2010
Czech Beer Festival Prague
The largest gastronomic event in the Czech Republic. Expansive offerings of the best products from Czech breweries, Czech pork and beef butchers, delicatessens and confectioners. 10 000 seats and full food and beverage service in traditional Czech folk costumes.
Vystaviste PVA Letnany
www.ceskypivnifestival.cz
16. 5. 2010
Black Eyed Peas
concert
O2 Arena
www.O2arena.cz
20. - 23. 5. 2010
Bambiriáda
The biggest opportunity for Children & Youth Associations and Leisure Time Centers in the Czech Republic to introduce their activities.
www.bambiriada.cz
23. 5. 2010
Kiss
concert
O2 Arena
www.O2arena.cz
24. - 29. 5. 2010
Khamoro
world Roma festival
www.khamoro.cz
24. 5. - 29. 6. 2010
Tanec Praha
international festival of contemporary dance and movement theatre
www.tanecpraha.cz
28. - 30. 5. 2010
Prague Food Festival
three-day celebration of the culinary skills of top chefs in the Czech Republic, the products of food and drink producers, and the beauty of Prague.
Southern Gardens of Prague Castle
www.praguefoodfestival.cz
28. 5. - 5. 6. 2010
Fringe festival Praha
festival of theatre, music, dance and other performances
www.fringe.cz
28. 5. - 19. 9. 2010
Years in Days: Czech Art 1945 - 1955
The exhibition will focus on the period which has been unjustly overlooked. It will consist of two parts, the first detailing the years 1945 to the communist takeover in 1948, the second starting with the communist coup d`etat in 1948 and its consequences for Czech culture. Featured artists include: Vaclav Bostik, Vladimir Boudnik, Alen Divis, Libor Fara, Emil Filla, Frantisek Gross.
Municipal Library, 2nd floor
www.ghmp.cz
29. 5. 2010
Sensation
O2 Arena
www.O2arena.cz
June - October 2010
Prague Districts - Liben
The exhibition aims to introduce the historic and cultural legacy of this Prague district from 1850s-1950s. On display: photographs, postcards, graphic works, paintings, archival documents on history of Liben, 3D items and artefacts.
The City of Prague Museum
www.muzeumprahy.cz
5. - 6. 6. 2010
Mezi ploty - Among Fences
Benefit festival - theatre, music, art workshops. Featuring professional, as well as amateur artists and ensembles of the handicapped.
www.meziploty.cz
6. - 10. 6. 2010
Prague Writers` Festival
one of the most lively cultural events in Prague and one of the most notable literary events in Europe
www.pwf.cz
9. 6. 2010
Chris Isaak
concert
SaSaZu Prague
www.sasazu.com
10. 6. 2010
Elton John
concert
O2 Arena
www.O2arena.cz
12. 6. 2010
Prague Museum Night
unconventional night-time presentation of cultural heritage supplemented by multitude of various accompanying events.
www.prazskamuzejninoc.cz
17. - 20. 6. 2010
Musica Sacra Praga
7th international choir competition of sacred music
www.choirs.cz
17. - 20. 6. 2010
Shantyfest 2010
2nd international festival of shanty choirs - colourful display of costumes, variety of traditional instruments and excellent performances of all shanty participants at the most attractive places in the heart of Prague.
www.ticketsbti.cz
19. - 23. 6. 2010
Golden Prague Festival
international television festival
www.festivalgoldenprague.cz
24. - 26. 6. 2010
United Islands of Prague
international music multi-genre festival
www.unitedislands.cz
24. - 27. 6. 2010
Brass2010Bohemia
the eighth year of the most popular Prague get-together for brass bands and wind orchestras
www.ifbbohemia.cz
26. - 27. 6. 2010
Play Band, Play
15th international festival of Czech and Moravian brass bands
www.krajanka.eu
26. 6. 2010
Mark Knopfler
concert
O2 Arena
www.O2arena.cz
1. 7. 2010
Aerosmith
concert
O2 Arena
www.O2arena.cz
11. - 13. 7. 2010
Teatrotoc
Prague's summer street theatre festival presents puppeteers, stiltwalkers, pole-balancers, storytellers, music makers, pantomimes, jugglers, and jokers from around the world.
www.teatrotoc.eu
13. 7. - 1. 8. 2010
Prague Proms
international music festival
www.pragueproms.cz
29. - 31. 7. 2010
Prague Folklore Days
international meeting of folklore ensembles
www.praguefestival.cz
7. - 17. 8. 2010
The Prague Horn
international music festival
www.praguehorn.cz
18. - 31. 8. 2010
Summer at Letná Park
international festival of new circus, theatre and music
www.letniletna.cz
26. - 29. 8. 2010
Dance2010Bohemia
performances of dance ensembles from different countries of the world
www.ifbbohemia.cz
September - November 2010
Strings of Autumn
15th international music festival - jazz, 'classical` music in both modern and 'authentic` interpretations, 'world music`, crossover projects, and each year one staged production.
www.strunypodzimu.cz
24. - 26. 9. 2010
Vejvoda`s Zbraslav
15th international festival of small wind bands
www.orfea.cz
October 2010
Prague Indian Film Festival
www.bollywood.cz
5. - 10. 10. 2010
Designblok
annual week-long exhibition of new pieces from the world of design.
www.designblok.cz
25. 11. - 1. 12. 2010
French Film Festival
www.festivalff.cz
25. - 28. 11. 2010
ClassinAction
The International Youth Theatre Challenge ClassinAction is a unique opportunity for students and young people to meet, compete, and share inspiration with similar-minded colleagues from many different countries of the world.
www.ifbbohemia.cz
26. - 28. 11. 2010
International Festival of Advent and Christmas Music with Petr Eben`s Prize
20th anniversary international festival competiton of amateur choirs
www.orfea.cz
26. 11. 2010 - 10. 4. 2011
The Times and Work of Karel Skreta (1610 - 1674)
So far the largest display of this significant artist, founder of Czech Baroque painting in Bohemia. Works of his son Karel Skreta jr., his students and workshop collaborators will be presented as well as showcases of works by artists Karel Skreta met during his stays in Germany and Italy.
Wallenstein Riding School Gallery
www.ngprague.cz
27. 11. 2010 - 1. 1. 2011
Christmas Markets 2010
www.taiko.cz
7. - 8. 1. 2011
International Festival of Wind Orchestras Prague 2011
international festival competition of big wind orchestras
National House Smíchov
www.orfea.cz
24. - 27. 3. 2011
young2011prague
popular venue for young people aged 8-26 who have an active interest in music and choir singing
www.youngprague.cz
