Classical Theater in Prague | Music, Opera, Plays and Ballet

It is clear when you spot the National Theater in the skyline of Prague, with its famous golden crown and the magnificent trigas with a glorious angel reining in cavorting horses that appear to be storming off the roof; this is one of the most important buildings in the city of Prague. This theater holds a special place in Czech history and in many Czech hearts, as it was one of the first theaters to perform only in Czech and not German. As you enter the main entrance take a second to savor the history of the theater. Its exquisite interior is beautiful in its ornate details. The main concert ...

The Estates Theater, one of the most delightful theaters in Europe, was built thanks to the financial contributions of Count Frantisek Antonin Nostitz Rieneck between 1781-1783. The Count was convinced that Prague needed a theater to further enhance the already wondrous charm it possessed and in accordance with the ideals of the Enlightenment, the need to spread culture and moral values went hand in hand with the theater and with Charles University; it is of no coincidence that the Estates Theater was built next to the Karolinum. When you enter the theater notice the inscription above the por ...

The city of Prague is lucky enough to boast two gorgeous main opera houses, each one possessing its own charm and historic importance. The Prague State Opera House was built in 1888 and was originally called the German Theater; the German artists of Prague had been performing in the Estates Theater, alternating with the Czech company, and wished for their own theater. The theater, designed by the Vienna duo Fellner and Hellmer with Karl Hasenauer and the Czech, Alfons Wertmuller, premiered on January 5th with the performance The Mastersingers of Nurnberg by Wagner and the theater was hailed as ...

The Smetana Hall, located in the Municipal House is a gorgeous example of Art Nouveau design and brilliant acoustics. This famous concert hall has a seating capacity of 1200 seats and features an original Art Nouveau organ and romantic colorful decor from famous Czech painters and sculptors, the finest artists of the high Art Nouveau movement, among them the famous Alfons Mucha. The Municipal House is home to the Czech National Symphony Orchestra and offers excellent, powerful classical concerts in the largest concert hall in Prague. Smetana Hall is also used as a grand ballroom occasionally. ...

The lovely Art Nouveau Vinohrady Theater sits on the side of the grand church of St. Ludmila in the neighborhood of Vinohrady. The dominant Art Nouveau theater, home to one of the main drama scenes in Prague opened on November 24, 1907. Hundreds of popular actors, playwrights, and directors have graced the Vinohrady Theater with their presence and talent. The current talents heading the theater are main director Tomáš Töpfer with artistic director Martin Stropnický. Under their watchful eyes the theater presents more or less known historical and contemporary pieces with popular actors ...

The Rudolfinum is a multi-purpose cultural complex, which houses a gorgeous concert hall, home to the renowned Czech Philharmonic Orchestra, a grand turn of the last century café and a spacious art gallery that displays temporary international contemporary art exhibitions. The cultural complex features four rooms for music performances including Dvořák Hall, which is known for its perfect acoustics, Suk hall and the Kubelík Hall. J. Schulz, who also designed the National Theater in Prague, which is a beautiful example of Historicist architecture in central Europe, designed this neo Renaissance ...

It is clear when you spot the National Theater in the skyline of Prague, with its famous golden crown and the magnificent trigas with a glorious angel reining in cavorting horses that appear to be storming off the roof; this is one of the most important buildings in the city of Prague. This theater holds a special place in Czech history and in many Czech hearts, as it was one of the first theaters to perform only in Czech and not German. As you enter the main entrance take a second to savor the history of the theater. Its exquisite interior is beautiful in its ornate details. The main concert ...

The Estates Theater, one of the most delightful theaters in Europe, was built thanks to the financial contributions of Count Frantisek Antonin Nostitz Rieneck between 1781-1783. The Count was convinced that Prague needed a theater to further enhance the already wondrous charm it possessed and in accordance with the ideals of the Enlightenment, the need to spread culture and moral values went hand in hand with the theater and with Charles University; it is of no coincidence that the Estates Theater was built next to the Karolinum. When you enter the theater notice the inscription above the por ...

The city of Prague is lucky enough to boast two gorgeous main opera houses, each one possessing its own charm and historic importance. The Prague State Opera House was built in 1888 and was originally called the German Theater; the German artists of Prague had been performing in the Estates Theater, alternating with the Czech company, and wished for their own theater. The theater, designed by the Vienna duo Fellner and Hellmer with Karl Hasenauer and the Czech, Alfons Wertmuller, premiered on January 5th with the performance The Mastersingers of Nurnberg by Wagner and the theater was hailed as ...

The Smetana Hall, located in the Municipal House is a gorgeous example of Art Nouveau design and brilliant acoustics. This famous concert hall has a seating capacity of 1200 seats and features an original Art Nouveau organ and romantic colorful decor from famous Czech painters and sculptors, the finest artists of the high Art Nouveau movement, among them the famous Alfons Mucha. The Municipal House is home to the Czech National Symphony Orchestra and offers excellent, powerful classical concerts in the largest concert hall in Prague. Smetana Hall is also used as a grand ballroom occasionally. ...

The lovely Art Nouveau Vinohrady Theater sits on the side of the grand church of St. Ludmila in the neighborhood of Vinohrady. The dominant Art Nouveau theater, home to one of the main drama scenes in Prague opened on November 24, 1907. Hundreds of popular actors, playwrights, and directors have graced the Vinohrady Theater with their presence and talent. The current talents heading the theater are main director Tomáš Töpfer with artistic director Martin Stropnický. Under their watchful eyes the theater presents more or less known historical and contemporary pieces with popular actors ...

The Rudolfinum is a multi-purpose cultural complex, which houses a gorgeous concert hall, home to the renowned Czech Philharmonic Orchestra, a grand turn of the last century café and a spacious art gallery that displays temporary international contemporary art exhibitions. The cultural complex features four rooms for music performances including Dvořák Hall, which is known for its perfect acoustics, Suk hall and the Kubelík Hall. J. Schulz, who also designed the National Theater in Prague, which is a beautiful example of Historicist architecture in central Europe, designed this neo Renaissance ...

If you are a fan of classical music, do not miss the concerts performed by PKF – Prague Philharmonia, one of the best professional orchestras in the Czech Republic. PKF – Prague Philharmonia organizes concerts in Prague, takes part in festivals all around the Czech Republic and performs abroad quite regularly, in the US, Asia and other European countries. The orchestra was founded in 1994 at the initiative of the world-famous conductor Jiří Bělohlávek and under his leadership has developed into one of the most recognized Czech musical ensembles with a worldwide reputation. Today, ...

Experience the magic of the Metropolitan Opera in the comfort of art house cinemas in Prague with Metropolitan Opera Live in HD. Also known as The Met: Live in HD, the spectacular performances that have made New York's Metropolitan Opera a world-famous name are broadcast live in high definition directly to local theaters. Prague's film distributor Aerofilms participates with local art house theaters Kino Aero and Kino Svetozor to bring these world-class performances to the citizens of Prague. The Met: Live in HD is a great way to experience incredible opera from the best seats in the house at ...