Culture
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Božena Němcová’s home restored for bicentennial of “Babička” author’s birth
The central Bohemian home of writer Božena Němcová, known today as the “mother of Czech literature”, has been restored to its full glory to mark the 200th anniversary of…
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Czech musicians among cultural sectors most affected by coronavirus measures, DAMU/VŠE says
A research project mapping the effect of the coronavirus pandemic on the Czech cultural sector – from the fine arts, to music and theatre – has just published its initial…
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Prague’s Loreto gets new bell chime for first time in more than century
After more than a hundred years, the historical bell chime at Prague’s Loreto Church is getting a new melody. The song, a Baroque Hymn, will be played on the 27-bell…
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Czech Comics from Ferda the Ant to Zátopek and Cecil’s Quest
For many years, comics in the Czech Republic was regarded as a genre for children. To this day, most people will probably associate it with the Four-leaf Clover, a popular…
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“A love letter to the city”: Amos Chapple on his stunning rooftop photos of Prague
High above street level, scores of magnificent statues gaze down over the historical centre of Prague. These rooftop figures – which normally go virtually unnoticed – are…
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Dvořák & Martinů Piano Concertos by Czech pianist Ivo Kahánek and the Bamberg Symphony Orchestra
Czech pianist Ivo Kahánek and the Bamberg Symphony Orchestra have received the highly acclaimed BBC Music Magazine’s Concerto Award for 2020. Their CD featuring the piano…
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Prague Masaryk train station project under fire by conservationists
The National Heritage Institute is seeking to annul a zoning decision allowing for a massive mixed-use building complex around Masarykovo nádraží, Prague’s oldest…
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New book answers questions most frequently asked in galleries
Why should I go to galleries, when everything is on the Internet? Do I have to study to become an artist? And how do I recognize a work of art? These are just some of most…
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“I always try to tell stories with the piano” – Ivo Kahánek and Bamberg Orchestra receive BBC Music…
Czech pianist Ivo Kahánek and the Bamberg Symphony Orchestra have received the highly acclaimed BBC Music Magazine’s Concerto Award for 2020. Their interpretations of…
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“It means a lot – our ticket sales were zero for two months”: Operator welcomes reopening of cinemas
Among the many businesses and organisations allowed to reopen in the Czech Republic on Monday have been cinemas. Strict restrictions aimed at curbing Covid-19 are in place…
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“Keep your fingers crossed” – Prague Spring to take place online for first time over Covid-19
The Prague Spring, the biggest classical music event in the Czech Republic, attracts top international orchestras and soloists every year. The 75th edition gets underway…
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Dan Bárta and Illustratosphere release new album
After a break of six years, Dan Bárta, one of the country’s most versatile singers, is back with a new album. The LP, called Kráska a zvířený prach or Beauty and Blowing…
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