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Yeah, baby! Having a baby isn't an easy thing. There's so much to think about during the pregnancy. You start off thinking about the basics, like how the child will fit into the flat, or your car, or your work and social life. But as an ex-pat, it's more complicated than that. As an American and Italian/Czech couple living in Prague and seven months into our pregnancy, this is a special issue for us. When we found out we were pregnant, we thought we should have an issue dedicated to being an ex-pat and becoming a parent. Within a few months, we realized there is too much information to fit into a single magazine. So, we know this issue only scratches the surface. Rest assured, we'll be putting more detailed information on being pregnant in the Czech Republic on the Parenting section of our website. This month we'll tell you about two things we found extremely helpful — an essential guide to the most popular maternity hospitals in Prague plus tips from Prague's English-speaking doulas. We also included some exceptional items to add to your baby registry, with many of them made or designed in
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Front 242 + support: Depressive Disorder
Saturday, January 11 Sunday, January 12 Pioneer Belgian electronic music group Front 242 came into prominence during the 1980s. Pioneering the style they called electronic body music, they were a profound influence on the electronic and industrial music genres. Prague gets not only one show, but two. Palac Akropolis Kubelíkova 27, Praha 3
Jacques Greene Scandi - Nordic Film Festival Thursday, January 9 – Sunday, January 12
The 5th edition of the Nordic film festival will present 20 films, some of them with English subtitles. English speaking audience can look forward to mainly comedies, other genres involved are drama, thriller and satire. Films are English friendly with subtitles Various Locations www.scandi.filmeurope.eu/en/filmy/
Wednesday, January 22, 20:00 Canadian producer Jacques Greene has always been making music “about the club rather than for the club”, which he confirmed on the current set of twelve tracks, ranging from ruminative ambient breaks to low-key r’n’b hits shining through multitexture sound collages. After few sold out album release shows, Jacques is back in Europe. Meet Factory Ke Sklárně 15, Praha 5 - Smíchov, 150 00
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Short Film Festival Wednesday January 22 – Sunday, January 26 The best and most inspiring short films from all over the world head towards the Czech capital again, where they will be presented at the 15th Prague Short Films Festival. This event will take place in the Svetozor cinema and Pilotů cinema between 22rd and 26th January 2020 The audience will have the opportunity to watch dozens of films in traditional sections - the international competition, the overview program of current Czech cinema, the experimental films section Labo and the late night Brutal Relax Show. Various locations www.pragueshorts.com
A gala concert marking the reopening of the State Opera Sunday, January 5 On January 5, 2020, exactly 132 years since it first opened, the State Opera House, one of the most beautiful theatre buildings in Europe, will re-open after an extensive renovation. On this occasion, the program will include selected arias, ensembles, and overtures that symbolize critical moments in Czech operatic history and other significant historical events. Under the baton of music director of the State Opera Karl-Heinz Steffens, renowned soloists, foreign guests, and the State Opera Orchestra and Choir will perform. State Opera (Státní opera) Wilsonova 4, Praha 1 - Nové Město, 110 00
Stomp Several Shows January 21 - 26 Matchboxes, brooms, garbage cans, Zippo lighters and more fill the stage with energizing beats at STOMP, the inventive and invigorating stage show that's dance, music and theatrical performance blended together in one electrifying rhythm. Stomp is a percussion group, originating in Brighton, United Kingdom that uses the body and ordinary objects to create a physical theatre performance using rhythms, acrobatics and pantomime Congress Center 5. května 1640/65, Praha 4
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Anti-Flag January 19, 18:30 Anti-Flag is an American punk rock band from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States. The band is well known for its politically charged lyrics and activism, focusing on human rights and various left-wing causes Roxy Dlouhá 33, Praha 1
Laterna Magika- The Garden January 24, 25, 26 Every one of us had a special place as a kid to experience first adventures and discoveries. Our dancers found such garden as adults and by the means of dance, captivating music and ingenious projections they plunge into their memories of childhood and the world of imagination. You are cordially invited to join them. The Garden symbolises the child that we all were, albeit we sometimes tend to forget about. The Laterna magika production brings that inner child back to our mind. While adults may recall their childhood, children are the ones who fully understand that which unfolds on the stage New Stage of the National Theatre Národní 4, 110 00 Praha 1
The Murder Capital Sunday, January 26, 20:00 The Guardian described Irish punk band The Murder Capital as "reaching back to Joy Division’s drum tattoos, interlocking with surging, wave-break bass. Pixies' quiet-loud-quiet trick is in there, as are Shame and Savages, while PJ Harvey and the Bad Seeds infest tracks such as Green and Blue. For tickets, visit GoOut.cz Underdogs' Ballroom & Bar Nádražní 3
Who Made Who January 28, 19:00
As a live band, WhoMadeWho has played alongside genre bending contemporaries Daft Punk, Soulwax, Hot Chip, Justice and LCD Soundsystem. After touring together Hot Chip asked to remix their single "TV Friend", and Josh Homme of Queens of the Stone Age has covered "Space to Rent". Tickets are CZK 439–488. Roxy Dlouhá 33, Praha 1
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Cosmos Discovery Exhibition Alll Month
The exhibition will guide you through the history of manned spaceflight from its beginnings to current and planned missions. This spectacular exhibition was created in cooperation with NASA, The Cosmosphere Museum and Educational Center and Czech experts. The exhibition contains hundreds of original exhibits from the USA and Russia that were in space, a unique collection of spacesuits and real models of spaceships, shuttles and rockets. Language: English friendly Price: 300kc More info: www.ticketportal.cz Výstaviště Praha Holešovice
"We Are Open" Wednesddy, January 8, 13:00 - 23:00 Prague's self-proclaimed arts district wants to let you know they're open for business. The traditional community festival of of Open Houses in Sedmička lets the public experience some of the great cultural assets in Prague 7. We Are Open for January includes guided tour of the exhibition Living in Art and 1989 Veletržní Palace of the National Gallery Prague and The Scarabeus Gallery and the Alchemist Coffee Museum's guided tour of the Coffee and Coffee Phenomenon exhibition. Arts District 7 Nábř. Kpt. Jaroše 1000\ www.praha7.cz
Terrabazar
Saturday, January 18th, 9 am - 12pm Fancy an exotic pet? Terrabazar is the oldest terrarium marketplace in Prague, founded by the Terrarium Association of Prague. Take your kid here if you want to check out guinea pigs, fish, spiders, snake, turtles, and other pets that fit into a terrarium. Luckily this group meets once per month so you can replace your pet because you know... they sometimes don't last too long. Price: Free Entry More info: www.terrabazar.cz Near Pankrác Metro Station Horáčkova 1100, Praha 4 JANUARY 2020 | PRAGUE RESIDENT
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Kids on the Climbing Wall January 11th, 9:30 - and January 12th, 11:00 Are you kids at home climbing the walls on the weekend? Send them to Boulder Bar's 90-minute kids program (from 9:30 am to 11:00 am) to the Boulder Bar indoor climbing wall. It is a combination of climbing and wall games and outside games. All children, beginners and advanced. Cost: 300kc Boulder Bar U Výstaviště 230/11 170 00 Praha 7 www.boulder.cz
Letenský masopust 2020 Saturday, January 25th, 10am - 8 pm It's close to that time of the year again for the traditional Czech carnival. A procession will begin at 11 am in front of the Church of Sts. Antonín on Strossmayer Square, and led by carnival-goers on stilts and accompanied by the obscure Schlauchband. The parade leads down to Milady Horakova Street to the National Technical Museum. Language: N/A Age: All Price: Free More info: Facebook před kostelem Sv. Antonína na Strossmayerově náměstí
Anishort: Best Short Animated Movies Wednesday, January 22, 7 PM Want to see the best short animated films from around the world? Films awarded at international festivals. Mix of different animation techniques, genres and entertainment. Total of 20 best animations from 11 countries. Over 5,000 films from more than 100 countries applied for this year's 5th edition. We have selected only 20 of them for you, so you really have something to look forward to. For those who wish to vote, the screening will be followed by an evaluation of the best film. So you can help decide which film to win the festival trophy in the "Audience Award for Best Film" category. Kasárna Karlín Prvního pluku 2, Karlín
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Three Kings at Prague Zoo Wednesday, January, 6, 9am The three kings Kašpar, Melichar and Baltazar visit Prague Zoo every year. They walk through the Zoo and distribute small gifts and blessings. Age: 5+ Price: Kids 150,-CZK, adults 200,-CZK More info: zoopraha.cz Zoo Praha U Trojského zámku 3/120, 171 00 Praha 7, Česko
Museum of Senses All Month Long With several new exhibits over the past few months, the Museum of Senses is an educational and fun way to spend the afternoon with your kids, especially during these cold winter days. Exhibits forcus on perception, sound vibrations, touch, smell, the human brain and science. Observe and explore what you feel, and make sense of your senses. Children under 5 are free, 5-15 years of age are just 179 Kč. Musem of Senses, Jindřišská 939/20, Praha 1 www. muzeumsmyslu.cz
Winter Robolympics Sunday, January 19, 3:30-5:30pm Kiddum is all about the robots. In fact, while it's cold outside, instead of hitting the slopes, why not let your 9+ year old buid a downhill skiing robot and organize races against other kids, or if you prefer, build a robot that's ready to play hockey (RoboJagr!). Language: English-friendly Age: 9+ Price: 150,-CZK Kiddum Mánesova 88, Praha 2 Vinohrady
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STROLLERS GO ELECTRIC
CYBEX took the beautifully designed Priam line (which was inspired by famed designers Charles and Ray Eames) even further by introducing the e-Priam. The stroller provides electric assist when needed uphill, downhill and on uneven surfaces. Perfect for those steep Prague street inclines and cobblestone surfaces. The 4 in 1 travel system makes the e-Priam a flexible and comfortable travel companion and the frame will get you from your child's birth through to around four years of age. Even cooler, the technology for the e-Priam was designed right here in Prague. www.cybex-online.com 1.209,95 € (frame)
MEALTIME FUN
Online retailer Lavly.cz has cool stuff. Such as Liewood's practical and really cool bamboo baby sets, placemats, plates and bibs which make eating more fun. They also make some great items for the baby on the go, like stylish water bottles, cups, lunch boxes or cute little water bottles, perfect for long walk with the pram. Use the promo code PRG-FREE for delivery through January. www.lavly.cz 390-920Kč
BABY STARTER KIT
As soon-to-be parents, you'll probably realize you have no idea what the hell you're doing., or what to buy for your newborn. Born In Box makes it easy, taking the guesswork from shopping and providing the perfect newborn starter kits. The two thoughtful beautifully packed boxes have everything you'll need - 45 things to be exact, from clothing and towels to pharmacy items like an aspirator, changing pads, eye drops, baby wash, etc. Personally we think it makes a great baby registry gift as well. www.borninbox.cz 8490Kč JANUARY 2020 | PRAGUE RESIDENT
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BABY HAMMOCK
New mothers know that a tired and crying baby is a nightmare. Luckily Czech company Hojdavak has you covered with baby hammocks, which help simulate the same rocking an infant feels in the womb. The design allows for infants to recline while still giving enough safety and support for good spinal cord development. Plus it lets mommy’s hands be free so she can grab that glass of wine. Order online. www.hojdavak.com 2,330 Kč
NURSING PILLOW
If labor is a sprint, breastfeeding is a marathon. Should you decide to nurse naturally as opposed to using formula, you’re going to need a comfortable cushion to help support your back and neck. The nice thing about Sleep Sheep’s nursing pillows, other than their cute patterns, is that they are multifunctional. Women use them while they’re still pregnant for more comfortable sleep as well as after giving birth. The company also sells eye masks, baby nests and more. www.sleepsheep.cz 650Kč
HANDMADE BABY COT HANDMADE CAROUSELS
One of the best parts of awaiting your family new arrival is decorating the nursery. And what nursery is complete without a mobile over the baby’s crib? Carousels are designed to help babies focus and reach for interesting objects in their field of vision. Kotoloč’s original handmade toys are designed and manufactured in the Czech Republic, and part of the profits go to the Tereza Maxová Foundation to help abandoned children. www.kotoloc.cz 790–2,190Kč
5-IN-1 RAINBOW SWING
Considering the rapid pace at which babies grow out of clothes, toys and so on, any parent will rejoice at something that is multifunctional and can last years. Enter the 5-in-1 Rainbow Swing by Elis Design. This contraption works for 1 to 10 year olds, and can be used as a swing, a seat, a slide and more. It’s made with quality materials and is hand-dyed. Elis Design is known for its natural and elegant aesthetic when it comes to children’s furniture. They only work with EU manufacturers and offer everything from teepee tents to bookshelves to foam pads to much more. They also supply many montessoris and kindergartens with furniture and toys, so you know their products are durable. If you want your child’s bedroom to look like a page from Dwell magazine, be sure to look at their website. www.elisdesign.cz 2699Kč
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Once you bring your newborn home from the hospital, you’re going to want to keep her close by during naps. This attractive handmade baby cots from Soul Bowl allows you to adjust the bed’s height, so your baby can be safely at your eye level next to your bed. After years of working in the corporate world, Soul Bowl’s founder went to Bali, and it inspired her. Indonesian designs and soul are at the heart of Soul Bowl, whose products use thoughful materials like rattan and teak wood. www.soulbowl.cz Cot: 16,350,Kč
RASH-PROOF NAPPIES
One thing you will need to stock up on, and continually stock up on is diapers. With the amount of nappies you’ll go through, it’s inevitable that your baby’s bottom will get irritated. Which is why you need to check out Kolorky’s e-shop. Their diapers are designed to be breathable with aloe vera strips inside the lining to protect against irritation. So if you’re newborn has sensitive skin or suffers from eczema, go stock up now. www.kolorky.cz 340Kč for a small box
BABY CARRIER SCARF
Just because you want to hold your baby close doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice style. Mari Pražská first started Minu as a hobby when she wanted something that was chic but also gave her close contact with her newborn daughter. She eventually branched out into other materials and colors, so you’re sure to find something that catches your eye. www.minu.cz 1,749Kč
OIBO B&W ELASTIC CUBES
Sometimes it’s the simplest things that are the best. While these basic black, white and gray cubes from Černá na bílé might seem simple, they actually help a baby’s hand-eye coordination and eyesight with their contrasting design. They can bounce and stretch, and are pretty much indestructible when it comes to being thrown, chewed or dropped. As a bonus, they’re made of silicone and are easily washed. Perfect for those little germ collectors we call children. www.cernanabile.cz 649Kč
BABY NEST
While it might seem jarring to transition from pregnant woman to new mother, think of how the baby feels after living in a warm womb for nine months. Many babies yearn for the warmth of their mothers’ arms to feel safe, and Mimi’s baby nests are a perfect way to make sure they get enough sleep. These nests can be placed in a pram, in a crib or in the parents’ bed to help with breastfeeding. As a bonus, the baby nests as well as their other accessories have an antibacterial treatment perfect for a baby’s sensitive skin. The company was started by two moms with four children between them, so it’s definitely mom approved. www.mimiconcept.cz 1,500Kč
FRUITY SNACKS
In light of all the processed foods on the market, it can be daunting when selecting food for our children to eat. Luckily, the Ovocňák cider house is dedicated to selling pure fruit ciders, purees and other products that are local and of good quality. Their fruit is harvested from their orchards in the Czech Republic’s White Carpathians where they oversee all the raw materials. Their purees pack in fresh fruits and vegetables, so you know you’re getting a good dose of nutrients. www.ovocnak.cz 22–639Kč JANUARY 2020 | PRAGUE RESIDENT
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Doulas help guide and translate the pregnancy process for expats By Nicole Ely It’s a Friday afternoon and eight women in various stages of pregnancy lounge in a circle on the floor. Some are leaning against pillows to support their baby bumps. Others are fully reclined on cushions. They snack on a bowl of fruit and drink tea as Anna Vrsnik speaks in a soft voice. The women are participating in a doula workshop at A Centrum in Karlin. For the past two hours, Vrsnik and Silvie Rosenova have been guiding the group through what they can expect in the weeks leading up to the birth of their babies. Doulas generally provide additional emotional support and advice to women as they go through pregnancy and eventual labor. They can assist in smaller tasks, like translation or prenatal counseling, and can be present during the birth and the postpartum period. In many ways, they fill in the gaps left by doctors and midwives, who are the typical primary care providers for women when they give birth in hospitals. While the doula profession has been around for almost two decades, the popularity of using doulas during a pregnancy has grown among both Czechs and expatriates in Prague in the past years. “It started as more of an alternative medicine, but nowadays it’s becoming normal and mainstream,” Rosenova says. This rise in popularity came at the same time many hospitals in the Czech Republic were changing their approach to childbirth. Pregnant women were seeking better emotional support during labor and many hospitals were facing harsh criticism for their quality of service, according to Vrsnik. So some hospitals began cooperating with doulas. “Still, I think there is a lot of confusion about what a doula is,” Vrsnik says. Vrsnik and Rosenova break it down. The main people who attend to pregnant women when they go into labor are midwives and doctors. Midwives are the most specialized in the physiological process of labor, while the doctor is usually a pathology expert who helps in cases where surgery might be needed. The relationship between the two is very different depending on the hospital. Often midwives change shifts multiple times during one delivery and are tending to four or more women in addition to taking care of administrative work. This means a woman going through labor might only see her midwife once every hour until she is ready to start pushing. 16
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“If you do not have a partner or someone with you, you can be there alone,” Vrsnik says. Enter the doula, whose main focus is on the mother. Doulas must have at least one to two years of specialized training. In addition to helping prepare parents for their new baby, doulas in Prague also can be a trusted navigator for foreigners making their way through the Czech healthcare system for the first time. Many foreigners having babies in the Czech Republic are often surprised at the low level of English speakers in many hospitals, according to Vrsnik. There are currently six actively working Englishspeaking doulas in the city who can help expecting mothers with everything from translation to registering at a hospital. Rosenova recalls acting as a translator for a client because she was getting so frustrated with her midwife, who didn’t speak English and couldn’t understand her. “We know a lot of hospitals and what the women want, so it’s easier to have a doula rather than deal with strangers,” she says. Doulas are also handy when selecting which maternity hospital to give birth. Every hospital’s approach is different, and doulas are the best experts on where to register. “I see some foreigners register in some of the very well-known hospitals, but they don’t know what it looks like inside,”
Rosenova says. “It’s difficult to tell what the facilities are really like from the websites.” Expats can also hire postpartum doulas, who help the mother in the six weeks following the birth. “It’s very good to think about the period after labor, because sometimes we’re so focused on the labor that we forget about the postpartum,” says Rosenova, who works with many postpartum clients. Many foreigners look to these doulas to fill in for family members or friends who live too far away to provide extra support. “They call it mothering the mother,” Vrsnik says. Finding the right doula is important. The best place to look for one is online through Facebook groups or at workshops like the one at A Centrum. “Every doula is different,” Vrsnik says, “when you are choosing your doula, you must fall in love with that doula.” Since becoming a doula five years ago, Vrsnik has worked with 150 clients. Over the years, she’s had many wonderful memories. One of her recent favorites was of a mother who, after previous traumatic experiences, was able to catch her own baby in her hands during labor. “She said it was the moment of her life!” Vrsnik says, smiling. “I feel like with every labor I have a chance to make better, that baby has a better start to life.”
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Choosing the right hospital With the help of two knowledgeable doulas, we give an overview of what to expect from Prague’s most popular maternity hospitals among expats. PODOLÍ
The Institute for the Care of Mother and Child (ÚPMD) or Podolí maternity hospital is the biggest of all the maternity hospitals in Prague and offers a lot of privacy and comfort to new and returning mothers. Women have single rooms for their delivery and are allowed two visitors at a time, so your partner and your doula can be by your side at all times. However, there are some drawbacks. This hospital has the highest rate of C-sections, so if you want to have a natural birth, this might not be the place to register. They also offer very little when it comes to privacy during the postpartum period, where most mothers are expected to stay in the hospital for 72 hours after labor. However, if you have private insurance from Canadian Medical Care or are willing to pay extra, you can get a private room after your delivery. Their staff usually doesn’t speak that much English, but they do accept doulas, so you can have one there to translate.
APOLINÁŘ
The first thing you’ll notice about the Apolinář hospital is its age. In fact, many expats call it "The Harry Potter Hospital" because of it's architecture. Built in 1875, it is one of the oldest operating hospitals in the world. It focuses on highrisk and pathological pregnancies, including women with diabetes and heart problems. So if that’s a concern of yours, this is a good place to register. Most of the doctors and staff also speak English. One thing that the hospital doesn’t specialize in is privacy. Unless you pay more for a private room, which are limited and not guaranteed since delivery is unpredictable, the birthing rooms are separated by dividers so you can often hear and sometimes see other women giving birth. Women also must share bathrooms and shower facilities, and you only get one support person. So if your partner and your doula is present, they have to switch off being with you during the delivery.
THOMAYOR
Located in Krč in southern Prague, this hospital specializes in care for premature births, typically delivered between 30 and 36 weeks. In one year, they perform 3,000 gynecological surgical procedures and deliver 2,000 babies, with more than 40 percent resorting to surgery. They also hold the title for the most baby-friendly hospital, awarded by the World Health Organization and UNICEF. While they are better with privacy than Apolinář, they also only allow for one support person during the delivery and have shared bathrooms and showers. So be ready to mingle with your newborn.
BULOVKA
Bulovka's reputation as a birth centre has dramatically increased over the past few years as they've upgraded the care offered there. Bulovka is a great place to register for a more individualized experience. Their birthing center, which is part of their hospital, focuses on low-risk pregnancies. You’re allowed two support people and you also have the option to have your own midwife, whom you can meet in advance and have present during the entire labor. In February, they will also be opening family apartments in their birthing center for the postpartum period.
MOTOL HOSPITAL
Although it didn't appear on our doula's list, Motol is a popular option with expats. Not only is the teaching hospital the largest medical facility in the Czech Republic, it's also known for it's English-speaking staff. Motol is also the only comprehensive care centre for newborns with congenital defects in the Czech Republic. Hosting around 3500 births annually, you're pretty likely to get a private room here. But, as a teaching hospital for two different university programs, you may be dealing with staff that have medical students in tow.
Canadian Medical: the private option Although the Czech Republic has a great coverage with VZP and quality medical care, if you’re pregnant and an expat, you may be looking for absolute assurances you’re getting the very best treatment. Canadian Medical offers client’s premium outpatient and inpatient care. Named several times to the annual “Czech 100 Best” rankings. They’re a popular option among expats. In fact, several of their doctors hold the Medical Advisor to the U.S. Embassy in Prague certificate. They’re also the first private clinic in the Czech Republic to have received certification from United Accreditation Committee. The provider says they're also very selective with their staff. Qualifications in the field, a professional approach as well as knowledge of foreign languages is a necessity. Canadian Medical’s doctors, nurses and administrative staff members speak fluent English. Many also speak German, French and Russian.
So what else do you get that you don’t normally get with other insurance? Canadian Medical says superior service which would not be possible with public healthcare in addition to peace of mind. They offer two programs to expecting mothers, Materna Care I and Materna Care II. Both programs also include things like a selected obstetrician, partner attendance at birth, 24-hour emergency telephone service, and contain a free first appointment with their pediatrician for patient’s newborn baby. They also offer packages which directly follow up maternity programs for a mother and her baby. Canadian Medical works in tandem with the maternity hospital in Podolí, which is actually a public healthcare hospital. Canadian Medical chose this partnership due to Podolí’s specialization in gynecology, obstetrics and neonatology. Aside from childbirth, patients can also trust in Canadian Medical for their healthcare needs.
Since January 2018, Canadian Medical began to concentrate on outpatient surgeries at their Walter Building facility. These types of surgeries allow for the patient to spend post-surgery recovery at her home with loved ones, therefore speeding up the overall recovery and return to a normal life. Canadian Medical also specializes in general surgery, plastic surgery, pediatric surgery, orthopedics, gynecology, urology, ENT, angiology and vascular surgery." JANUARY 2020 | PRAGUE RESIDENT
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BABY'S DAY OUT
Prague is a very child-friendly city if you know the right places. There’s museums, kid’s corners, crafts, festivals and so much more. These are our picks for a great baby’s day out on the town any day of the week. 9AM - BREAKFAST
Avant Garde
Who said you can't take kids to a nice restaurant. Avant Garde may be upscale, but it's also family-friendly with a spacious kid's corner and live entertainment for kids. Great for breakfast any day of the week (as well as lunch and dinner), but mom should definitely take note of the Sunday Brunch Buffet that runs until 3pm, and the fact that kids under five eat for free. Perk for the parents, unlimited wine is also part of the Sunday buffet. Avant Garde Evropská 2690/17 160 00 www.avantgarderestaurant.cz
4PM- HAIR CUT
Funny Sassy
It’s never a bad idea to introduce some glam into your life, and this children’s salon is the perfect place to do it. Funny Sassy turns an experience that can be terrifying into something fun and exciting. Fire engines and cool cars stand in for traditional salon chairs, so haircuts feel more like playtime than a chore. The salon also has Xbox if an older sibling comes along. While most of the salon’s clients are at least 1 year old, they can accommodate as young as 6 months. Funny Sassy Gallery Butovice, Radlická 117 158 00 www.funnysassy.cz
10:30AM- WORK TIME
Baby Office
You’ve had a good breakfast and a stylish new haircut. Now it’s time to get some work done. Baby Office is a company dedicated to helping parents maintain a good work life balance. It started in 2013 as a coworking center with a mini-kindergarten, but has expanded to include babysitting in companies, mobile play corners and fun family events. There’s no better place to play with other children under adult supervision while Mommy or Daddy gets those emails sent, files invoices and does other important grown-up stuff. Baby Office Pod Višňovkou 1662/25, Praha 4 www.babyoffice.cz
3PM - ART HOUR
Ateliér Kreativní malování
Work is finished, so it’s time for more fun. Why not bond with Mom over something artistic like painting? The program at Ateliér Kreativní malování allows for children between 2 and 3 to paint with a parent to develop your creatively while also getting in some important bonding time. Plus you could always use some work on those motor skills, am I right? So get into those different colors and create something you’ll be proud to put up on the refrigerator. Ateliér Kreativní malování Koněvova 1905/167 130 00 www.kreativni-malovani.cz
LATE AFTERNOON WORK OUT
7PM- DINNER
FitMAMI
Food Lab
FitMAMI Zlešická 1852/13 148 00 www.fitmami.cz
Food Lab Haštalská 4, 110 00 www.food-lab.cz
Mom’s body went through some huge changes thanks to your arrival, and it’s important that she stay fit. FitMAMI has multiple programs for moms to workout with their children at all ages. You can snooze in your stroller while mom puts in some interval training, balance on her knees while she does crunches, and it doesn’t stop there. There are also options for exercise without children, but where’s the fun in that?
After all that exercise, you and Mommy are famished. Head over to trendy Food Lab to grab a bite and enjoy the supervised kid’s corner. Mommy can enjoy some delicious salmon and a much-deserved glass of wine while you play in the arcade, watch a movie or scale the climbing wall. That’s not all. The kid’s corner has arts and crafts and many toys to discover–the perfect place to explore before going to bed for the evening. .
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PROFILE
MARTIN POS Founder and Chairman of CYBEX and Executive Director of Goodbaby International
By Nicole Ely
Czech entrepreneur and founder of CYBEX, international designer of car seats, baby carriers, kids furniture and strollers, on creating a brand beloved by parents, celebrities and supermodels. You're the child of immigrants. Could you give us a little background about yourself? We came to Austria when I was ten years old and it wasn‘t easy at all. The way people look at immigrants these days, that is the way people were looking at us back then. We didn’t speak the language, and it was even worse at school. I was the kid from the East, the scum. Which in the end was a good thing – it gave me the drive to succeed, to become independent of nothing and no one, and to pursue my goals and visions. What inspired you to go into your field? I was working for a company that produced juvenile and sports products. I started off as a 20
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service technician and gradually worked my way up to a travelling salesman position. At that time I was approached by Concord, a German car seat producer, who offered me a position as their Director of Marketing and Distribution. I was 23, and it was an offer that couldn’t be declined. It turned out the company was in desolate state but I managed to lead it out and back into the spotlight with a brand new distribution network, newly open market in Japan and 400 percent growth in turnover. I can’t talk about inspiration, I was simply drawn into the field by chance. How did you come up with the idea for CYBEX? I was working within the industry and as a father myself, every day I’d see car seats that were overly complicated, heavy, difficult to operate and simply not fitting the lifestyle of a stylish modern parent. Since my position was not allowing me to go further and make a change, I decided to be that change myself. I wanted to create car seats that would be safe, but also easy to operate and suitable in a nice car. All parents care about the well-being and safety of their children, but in the end it’s the parents who stand at the center. They are the ones who install the car seats, push and fold the strollers, and those were the people we wanted to help.
What were some of the challenges you faced when starting CYBEX? We wanted to surpass our competitors in all the important fields–safety, innovation and implementation of new technologies, and combine all that with sleek design. We started off in 2005 with a small team and have rapidly grown in size, gradually moved to multiple markets and time zones. Our business has been met with many challenges, but when you put your mind to it, you can deal with any challenge, no matter how big or small. CYBEX is a good balance between safety and style. Could you talk about how you achieved this balance in the company? Every parent wants a stroller that is 100 percent reliable when it comes down to functionality and safety. But why shouldn’t a stroller also be stylish? For modern parents, a stroller also doubles as an accessory. It’s like a woman’s purse that holds the most precious treasure. We decided to combine all these aspects and implement them into the core of our brand, which aims to provide above-average safety and quality coupled with distinctive design and functionality. We want to make the safest products available, that would also be visually appealing and intuitive. So
there you go, safety, functionality and design all wrapped up in elegance and style. What inspired CYBEX‘s collaboration with designer Jeremy Scott? We were introduced via a mutual friend who worked for Adidas. The brand had a long history of collaboration with Jeremy Scott and I immediately liked his personality and pop artist approach. Since then we’ve released two collections that combine fashion and design, as well as uncompromising functionality and safety. I like Jeremy‘s style of communication. He’s not afraid of irony or dark humour, and all of these motives can be spotted within his work for CYBEX, which is simply fantastic. How did the development of the e-stoller known as the e-Priam come about? I love the combination of design and technology and I get excited when I see engineers coming up with innovative technology and looking to pair it with design. We wanted to have an e-stroller in our portfolio and our engineers had been working on it for a while without success, and then we coincidentally met these two engineers from Prague, who had the technology and were looking for a platform. I had the brand and the infrastructure and I knew we could give it a platform and our iconic design. So we started the collaboration. While you‘re Czech, CYBEX is considered a German company. Could you explain why Germany was the best place for your business? CYBEX is a global company, not a German one. We have bases in Germany, Shanghai, Boston... I don’t like to differentiate between nationalities or
Supermodel Karolina Kurkova with the Cloud Z i-Size from her collection.
countries of origin. In fact, I like to do the opposite – to connect different cultures and abilities of people from all corners of the world, with all kinds of backgrounds. And you can see that within our company. Our products are designed in the Czech Republic, engineered in Germany to be produced in our facilities in China. And I do believe this is the best way to lead a successful business. I don’t judge anyone by their passport, I want to see their abilities. As it’s been almost six years since CYBEX merged with Goodbaby International. What are the biggest changes that have occurred at CYBEX during this time? Teaming up with Goodbaby Internaitonal gave us access to the greatest factories in the industry, as well as the latest technology and production capacity. We wanted our company to grow fast and lacked a vertical supply chain, which we have accessed thanks to the fusion. Goodbaby also has the biggest distribution web in China due to which we have expanded the distribution of CYBEX products massively. Basically overnight we gained access to the most dynamic market in the world. And that’s been very exciting ever since.
all around the world, but through innovation and implementation of the latest technology, we want to get even better at that. We also feel strongly about environmental standards and our goal is to produce our products in eco-friendly environment and use new techniques to meet the latest eco standards. One of our latest deeds in that regard is our collection with super talented Czech supermodel and a good friend of mine, Karolina Kurkova, where we used certified recycled fibers. We want to keep our finger on the pulse at all times. We want to make ourselves available to every parent out there. The future is in innovation and within our industry, we will be the first ones to get there. No more uphill struggles: The CYBEX ePriam the latest "must have" for parents. The technology for the product was developed here in Prague.
What are your hopes for the future when it comes to CYBEX?
Martin Pos with supermodel Karolina Kurkova at the launch of the CYBEX by Karolina Kurkova Collection event in Shanghai.
At this moment we employ over 13,000 people, our turnover is over one billion dollars, but this still is just the beginning of the journey. It’s important for me to set no limits. We focus on constant development, expecially when it comes down to child safety. We’re proud our car seats regularly stand on top ranks of independent safety tests, but we want to push the current safety standards and go even further. Our car seats are already protecting millions of children JANUARY 2020 | PRAGUE RESIDENT
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Řeporyje vs. Russia
In a month of grim Czech news, a Prague suburb’s absurd “war” with the Kremlin provided some light relief By Samuel Beckwith, PraguePig.com There are months when the “real” news is so bleak, you’re grateful for a bit of frivolity. That’s how it was in December, when the mass-shooting at the Fakultní nemocnice Ostrava university hospital was just one of the grim stories grabbing the headlines in the run-up to Christmas. Six days earlier, on December 4, 13 young children were among the 18 people injured when two buses collided in Prague 4-Chodov. The capital also saw two near-fatal stabbings over the same period. On December 19, a 45-yearold woman reportedly stabbed a man in the chest in the Můstek metro station vestibule at the corner of Vodičkova street and Wenceslas Square. And on December 5, a 22-year-old man was arrested following a stabbing in the Atrium Flora shopping mall in Prague 3-Žižkov. (In a curious case of misreporting, the Novinky.cz website initially described the victim of the Atrium Flora attack as a “dark-skinned foreigner”. Later reports referred to him only as a “Czech national” and made no mention of his skin color.)
Saved by Slavia
Sometimes, of course, even shocking stories have their lighter moments. On the night of December 10, a malware attack crippled computer systems at the hospital in Benešov, Central Bohemia, forcing staff to cancel operations and move some patients to other facilities. As well as threatening lives, the cyberattack would also have prevented hospital employees receiving their pre-Christmas pay but for an unlikely savior: soccer. By luck, two managers were out of the country watching Slavia Praha play in Dortmund, Germany, at the time of the attack, and their notebooks, containing vital payroll information, remained uninfected. As of December 19, the hospital’s X-ray machine, CT scanner and MRI scanner were working again but IT experts were still working to bring other departments back online.
The tabloid mayor
One man with a long track record in the frothier side of the news is Pavel Novotný. Not to be confused with the ‘90s footballer or gay porn star of the same name, Novotný is now mayor of PragueŘeporyje, a sleepy suburb (population 4,693) on the western edge of Prague 5. Prior to entering local politics, with the center-right Civic Democrat Party (ODS), he used his family connections--his father is TV entertainer Petr Novotný--to become perhaps the country’s most notorious tabloid journalist, editing the now-defunct Spy magazine then setting up the equally scurrilous eXtra.cz website. Brash and provocative, Novotný is a divisive
Petr Novotný figure but he’s a skillful player of the media game, often genuinely funny, and certainly not a man to be underestimated. But perhaps even he couldn’t have imagined the almighty row he’d kick off when he proposed erecting a memorial to General Andrey Vlasov’s anti-Communist Russian Liberation Army (ROA) in Řeporyje. Regarded as traitors in their homeland, the Vlasovtsy collaborated with the Nazis before switching sides and fighting alongside the Czechs, against the Germans, during 1945’s Prague Uprising.
All-out war
Novotný was sharply criticized by the Russian ambassador to Prague over the memorial, and was then invited to appear on state-owned TV station Russia-1 to defend his position. Mocked as a “drunk” and a “drug-user”, the mayor gave as he good as he got, reminding viewers at one point of the Soviet massacre of Poles in Katyn in 1940. In a subsequent Russian TV interview, with the Zvezda channel, Novotný went even further, warning the Kremlin that if he wins his “war” with Russia, he will hang Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, release all Russian political prisoners, and return Crimea to Ukraine.
Behind the self-publicity and clownish posturing, there’s a serious point, of course. Novotný’s proposal deliberately draws parallels between the ROA and the Soviet Red Army, who also collaborated with the Nazis before switching sides, and whose own memorials -- particularly a statue of Marshal Ivan Konev in Dejvice -- are increasingly controversial in Prague.
Show of love
There was also a hint of self-publicity to the good news story of the month: reports that Jaromír Jágr is dating retired Slovak tennis star Daniela Hantuchová. According to the Expres.cz website, the 47-year-old ice hockey legend accompanied Hantuchová to an event at Prague 5-Smíchov’s Botel Admiral, held to mark the anniversary of marketing agency VDN Promo. Perhaps PraguePig.com is being cynical but is it more than just a coincidence that VDN Promo is organizing major public appearances by Jágr, in Prague and Bratislava, in June? (Tickets on sale now.)
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DINING GUIDE Here's a few of our of places where we're eating. No one paid to be on this list. Are there places we missed or you think we should try? We'd love to hear about it! Email us at editor@praguevisitor.eu.
Vinohrady, Vršovice & Žižkov Bad Jeff’s
American BBQ
Americká 32, Prague 2
badjeffs.cz Classic American barbecue, mac and cheese, burgers and fries. T: Náměstí Míru L D
Café Pavlač Czech
Francouzská 13, Prague 2
marthyskitchen.cz Rustic bistro with excellent French-inspired brunches. Often hard to get a table for breakfast or lunch, but the food speaks for itself. T: Jana Masaryka BLD
Monolok cafe Café & Bar
Moravská 18, Prague 2
cafepavlac.cz Family café that’s connected to the gallery next door. Nice daily lunch menus, plus burgers and a range of breakfast options, including waffles. Drinks and hearty dinners in the evening. T: Husinecká B L D
monolok.cz Bright, minimalistic interior that complements the all-day breakfast and coffee from local roastery, Coffee Source. Don’t miss the crunchy waffles and fresh sandwiches. T: Šumavská, Jana Masaryka BL
The Craft
Peter’s Apartment
Náměstí Míru 4, Prague 2
Slavíkova 24, Prague 3
V. Nejedlého 23, Prague 3
Burgers, American
Café, Cocktails
Dish Fine Burgers
petersapartment.cz The perfect stop for a light bite after a walk through Riegrovy Sady. Features breakfast until 2 PM and coffee from local roasters, plus wine and classic cocktails in the evenings. T: Husinecká B L D
Římská 29, Prague 2
Sova
thecraft.cz Burgers, wings and a rotating selection of six beers on tap in a trendy space. T: Náměstí Míru M: Náměstí Míru L D Burgers
dish.cz Comfort food and delicious burgers. Be sure to make a reservation! T: Náměstí Míru L D
Bistro Hezky Cesky Bistro
Anglická 21,Prague 2
bistrohezkycesky.cz Family owned and fresh, this local bistro serves up breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Laid back and lovely atmosphere, we love it. T: Náměstí Míru B L D
Las Adelitas Mexican
Americká 8, Prague 2 Lucemburská 6, Prague 3
lasadelitas.cz Authentic Mexican food, Las Adelitas is owned by four Mexican friends who brought a menu of family recipes to the Czech Republic. Oh, and the drinks? Margarita heaven. Four locations. T: Jana Masaryka L D
Lasagneria Lasagna
Korunní 35, Prague 2
lasagneria.cz Italian-owned restaurant with all the lasagna you could ever want, from Bolognese and piccante to specialties like pumpkin or salmon and asparagus. T: Šumavská L D
Momoichi
Japanese Bistro
Římská 35, Prague 2
momoichi.cz Beautiful Japanese dishes paired with specialty coffee, teas, wine and cocktails. T: Náměstí Míru B L D
Marthy's Kitchen Bistro
Restaurant SOVA
location in Žižkov! T: Náměstí Míru, Husinecká LD
Affordable upscale
Jam and Co.
rest-sova.cz Their award winning chef creates affordable dishes with a mission to bring Michelin quality food to everyone. These beautiful dishes are generous in size while still kind on the wallet. T: I.P. Pavlova L D
Krymská 1, Prague 10
Balbínova 4, Prague 2
Sweet & Pepper Days Bistro
Anglická 19, Prague 2
sweetandpepperdays.cz Cozy vintage bistro with delicious daily specials ranging from Middle Eastern and Mexican to American diner. T: Náměstí Míru BLD
The Tavern
Burgers, American
Chopinova 26, Prague 2
thetavern.cz Amazing burgers with a broader menu of American classics and an extensive cocktail selection. T: Husinecká LD
Vinohradský Pivovar
Asian Fusion
jamandco.cz We say fusion, we mean fusion - like sweet potato fries and pork buns. T: Krymská LD
Plevel
courtyard of the old army barracks. M: (B, C) Florenc
Florenc BL
Sokolovská 55, Prague 8
Nejen Bistro
Proti Proudu
Křižíkova 24, Prague 8
Březinova 22, Prague 8
Brewery
dvakohouti.cz The man behind the Matuška microbrewery and Lokál's brewmaster teamed up for this brand new hangout spot focusing on pouring craft beers right - not a common skill in Prague. T: Karlínské náměstí M: (B) Křižíkova
Vegetarian
Eska
restauraceplevel.cz Raw vegan restaurant with favorite local microbrewery Polička on tap. Literally meaning “Weeds,” this was one of Prague’s first vegetarian restaurants. T: Krymská LD
Pernerova 49, Prague 8
bistroprotiproudu.cz Inspired by inventor František Křižík, the bistro’s unique electric cable-decorated interior adds to the delicious all-day breakfast and sandwiches. T: Urxova M: (B) Křižíkova BLD
Spojka Karlín Pernerova 697/35, Prague 8
Restaurace Satsang
eska.ambi.cz Bib-winning bakery and restaurant, Eska’s contemporary atmosphere is a destination in itself. Specialty coffee paired with freshly baked breads, homemade soups and seasonal dishes. Luxurious dinners in the evening. M: (B) Křižíkova B L D
Pernerova 32, Prague 8
Krymská 24, Prague 10
Garage
Vegetarian
Cozy brick walls line this stylish vegetarian restaurant with offerings ranging from Americanstyle pancakes to delicious quinoa salads, plus an extensive selection of natural wines. T: Ruská BLD
vinohradskypivovar.cz Recently named one of Prague’s best breweries by The Guardian. Rotating seasonal menu of Czech specialties paired with some of the best unfiltered beer brewed in Prague. T: Perunova, Orionka L D
Čestmírova 5, Prague 4
Brewpub
zlycasy.eu Mother of all craft beer bars. Three floors, plus pub food. T: Náměstí Bratří Synků, Otakarov
Karlín
Pivo Karlin
Pork and Beer
Pernerova 691/42, Prague 8
pivokarlin.cz New and giant, located in the new Buttefly building, Pivo Karlin offers a variety of pork specialties poutine.cz including steaks and ribs. On Canadian deli serving Poutine – a hearty meal of meat, cheese curds, site butcher and brewery, and in a moden upscale settingM: (B) gravy and fries. The best guilty Křižíkova pleasure for lunch or a dinner on the go. LD T: Urxova M: (B) Křižíkova Pivovarský klub LD Brewpub, Czech
Grils
Bistro
U Nádražní lávky 2, Prague 8 grilskarlin.cz The place for delicious rotisserie chicken. T: Karlínské náměstí M: (B) Křižíkova L D
Kasárna Karlín
Vinohradská 32, Prague 2 Cimburkova 10, Prague 3
Karlínské náměstí 11, Prague 8
Prvního pluku 2, Prague 8
cafefrida.cz Burgers and Mexican-inspired cuisine, artsy atmosphere for a late-night beer. T: Karlínské náměstí M: (B) Křižíkova B L D
burgerpub.cz Burgers, wings, salads and of course amazing Czech beer. M: (B) Křižíkova LD
Křižíkova 58, Prague 8
Café Frida Bistro
Burgers, American
Canadian
WingHaus winghaus.cz From sweet to spicy and flavors like Mango Habanero and Sriracha BBQ, this place hits the spot every time. Brand new sports bar
nejenbistro.cz Refreshing industrial-style bistro with a Josper grill as the centerpiece of the open-plan kitchen. T: Karlínské náměstí M: (B, C) Florenc LD
Bistro
Peter’s Burger Pub
Zlý časy
Wings
Bistro
Bakery, Czech
Krymská 2, Prague 10
Brewery, Czech
Korunní 106, Prague 10
Dva kohouti
Café & Bar
kasarnakarlin.cz Cultural space that ranges from an art gallery and cinema to a volleyball court. Grab a beer from a drink stand carved out of a tree and hang out in the repurposed
Bistro
restu.cz From the team that brought you Etnosvět , this new concept serves meat as well, but there are vegetarian, vegan and gluton free options. Stunning interior. T: Urxova M: (B) Křižíkova BLD
Letná & Holešovice Bistro 8 Bistro
Veverkova 8, Prague 7
bistro8.cz Friendly and open neighborhood bistro with daily seasonal menus. They produce their food in-house or buy quality ingredients from local growers. T: Kamenická, Strossmayerovo Křižíkova 17, Prague 8 náměstí pivovarskyklub.com Rotating beer from local B L D microbreweries, plus a massive bottle selection all paired with Cobra hearty Czech dishes. Café & Bar M: (B, C) Florenc Milady Horákové 8, Prague 7 barcobra.cz LD Neighborhood favorite with giant open windows, great cocktails and Presto Meat Market a trendy but down-to-earth, relaxed Bistro vibe. Hearty breakfasts, daily Vítkova 11, Prague 8 menus and good coffee. Open late meat-market.cz with nightly DJs. Modern-day butcher shop where T: Strossmayerovo náměstí you can not only buy premium meats to take home but also eat a BLD tasty lunch there. T: Karlínské náměstí M: (B, C)
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The Eatery
Upscale Czech
U Uranie 18, Prague 7
theeatery.cz New, open-concept, minimalist fine dining from a michelin-star chef. Seasonal produce and lunch menus that won't break your bank. T: Ortenovo náměstí LD
vnitroblock.cz Multi-functional cultural space with galleries, pop-up stores and food carts. The Café serves quality coffee and classic Czech chlebíčky. T: Dělnická BLD
Smíchov & Malá Strana
The Farm Bistro
Korunovační 17, Prague 7
Rustic cozy bistro with all-day brunch featuring eggs benedict and mimosas, plus seasonal lunch dishes made with produce from farmers’ markets. T: Sparta, Korunovaćní BLD
Bejzment
Fraktal
Burgers Lesnická 1155/8, Praha 5 www.bejzment.cz Award winning burger bar and founding restaurant of burgerfest serves up some of the best American style burgers in town. T: Andel LD
Šmeralova 1, Prague 7
Cafe de Paris
Mexican, American
a staple of the jazz scene since the 90s. Dishes range from Czech cuisine to Tex Mex - even bagels! T: Malostranské náměstí LD
Staré & Nové Město Agave
Mexican Food Masná 620/2, Prague 1 agaverestaurant.cz Fresh ingredients, authentic Mexican recipes, and amazing signature cocktails, all in a beautiful setting.. T: Dlouhá třída M: (B) Nám. Republiky
Buddha Bar
Kavárna Pod Lipami
French Velkopřevorské nám. 4, Praha 1 www.cafedeparis.cz A Prague institution, serving classic and modern French bistro style dishes. Quite famous for their Entrecôte with frites. T: Malostranske Namesti LD
Asian Fusion Jakubská 8, Prague 1 buddha-bar.cz Asian and Pacific-Rim fusion cuisine, inspired by the now legendary Buddha-Bar Paris signature dishes. T: Dlouhá třída M: (B) Nám. Republiky L D
Čechova 1, Prague 7
Jo’s Bar & Restaurant
CAFE ELEKTRIC
fraktalbar.cz Fresh Mexican and Americaninspired dishes, plus endless drinking options and brunch on the weekends. T: Letenské náměstí LD Café & Bar
Part of mamacoffee’s café empire, with their usual amazing coffee, local craft brews and daily menus. T: Letenské náměstí, Korunovační BL
La Bottega Italian
Tusarova 39, Prague 7
labottega.cz Authentic Italian on an everchanging menu with fresh pasta made in-house and a wide selection of cheeses. Also in Žižkov and Old Town. T: Dělnická BLD
Mr. HotDog
Hot Dogs, Burgers
Kamenická 24, Prague 7
mrhotdog.cz Loaded hot dogs, sliders and fries. T: Kamenická LD
Burgers & Cocktails
Malostranské náměstí 7, Prague 1
josbar.cz Our favorite burger place near the castle, with a selection of gourmet burgers, plus a build your own burger menu. Bespoke cocktail menu. Affordable as well. T: Malostranské náměstí LD
Kuchyň Czech
Hradčanské náměstí 1, Prague 1
kuchyn.ambi.cz Enjoy Czech food inspired by aristocratic cookbooks on a terrace with a gorgeous view of Prague. This new restaurant is located right at Prague Castle. T: Malostranské náměstí LD
Modrý zub Thai
Stroupežnického 14, Prague 5
Phill's Corner Bistro
Komunardů 32, Prague 7
phillscorner.cz Bright and trendy space with premium coffee, Moravian wines, cocktails and dishes made with raw materials. Connected to a design shop next door. T: U Průhonu B L D
modryzub.com This Thai noodle bar has a variety of meats, vegetables, sauces, and of course—noodles. T: Anděl M: Anděl LD
Piknik Park Italian
International Ovocný trh 6, Prague 1 Inspired by the 1927 film, this bistro and bar is a perfect blend of nostalgia and modern-day elegance. All day breakfast and extensive drink list. Hang out in the lounge at night. M: (A, B) Můstek BLD
Café Palanda
Burgers Zlatnická 11, Prague 1 cafepalanda.cz Consistently ranked as one of the best burger joints in Prague with beef from local farms and handmade brioche buns. T: Náměstí Republiky M: (B) Náměstí Republiky LD
The Dutch Pub
Steak & Burgers Vladislavova 17, Prague 1 dutchpub.cz Typical sports bar also serving vegetarian options. With their two projection screens, they’re also our pick for watching sports. T: Národní třída M: (B) Národní třída BLD
Etnosvět
piknikpark.cz We discovered Piknik Park on an afternoon stroll through Kampa. Gorgeous views and beautiful food. T: Hellichova LD
International Vegetarian Legerova 1832/40, Praha 2 etnosvet.cz Award winning restaurant serving interntational vegan and vegetarian cuisine. T: IP Pavlova LD
Salt'n'Pepa Kitchen
Roesel Beer & Cake
Food Lab
Milady Horákové 22, Prague 7
Mostecká 20, Prague 1
Pipca
Nosticova 8, Prague 1
Bistro
Milady Horákové 28, Prague 7 pipca.cz New rotisserie burger bistro. T: Kamenická LD
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Burgers, Breakfast
Everyone's favorite burger food truck in restaurant form. Brunch dishes plus staples like the duck confit burger and a Slovak version of mac and cheese. T: Kamenická BLD
Vegtral
Vegetarian, International
Čechova 12, Prague 7
vegtral.cz Cozy vegan restaurant with delicious burgers and wraps and an extensive drink selection. T: Letenské náměstí, Korunovační LD
Vnitroblock Café & Bar
Tusarova 31, Prague 7
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Café & Bar
Charming little café hidden away from the chaos of Charles Bridge. Perfect for brunch, light lunches and a craft brew. T: Malostranské náměstí BLD
Taro
Asian Fusion Nádražní 100, Prague 5 taro.cz Our favorite upscale dining, open-kitchen concept. T: Anděl M: Anděl LD
U Malého Glena
International, Jazz Club Karmelitská 23, Prague 1 malyglen.cz This bar and restaurant has been
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International Haštalská 4, Prague 1 food-lab.cz Food Lab has pretty much everything (including good thoughful food). The high-end family style meal restaurant is giant, and includes a childrens area complete with a cinema and PS4 stations to keep the kids busy. Perfect for parties. T: Dlouhá třída B L D
Globe Bookstore & Café Literary Café Pštrossova 6, Prague 1 globebookstore.cz English bookstore with an American-inspired menu, from waffles and breakfast burritos to burgers and wings. Weekly
events include book club and trivia nights. T: Karlovo náměstí, Myslíkova BLD
Grand Cru
International Lodecká 4, Prague 1 grand-cru.cz Great Mediterranean and international dishes in a beautiful baroque house. T: Dlouhá třída M: (B) Nám. Republiky LD
Kantýna
Czech Politických vězňů 5, Prague 1 kantyna.ambi.cz Come here for meat fresh off the grill and cooked to perfection. Visit the restaurant's butcher shop just next door. T: Václavské náměstí M: (A) Můstek, (C) Muzeum LD
Hoffa
Bar & Restaurant Senovážné nám. 980/22,Praha 1 hoffa.cz Situated just off of Wenceslas Square, Their drink menu boasts a wide selection of wines from all over Europe as well as cocktails, some homemade recipes as well as classics. They have a daily lunch menu which offers international cuisine and even vegetarian plates. T: Jindřišská BLD
KraftDog
Hot Dogs Spálená 90/19, Prague 1 www.kraftdog.cz Who said you can't make a hotdog fancy? The guys at KraftDog have handcrafted hotdogs like the French Fromage and British Buffet, and they even have vegetarian options, too. If you're not feeling dog inspired, they also have strips and burgers - plus their own beer. T: Lazarska LD
Fat Cat
Bistro & Burgers
Karlova 44, 110 00 Staré Město
fat-cat.cz With an extensive international menu, as well as over ten Czech craft beers on tap, Fat Cat Pub & Brewery is the place to be in Old Town Prague. The restaurant boasts 300 seats, as well as a beautiful beer garden right on the famous Charles Street. T: Národní třída M: Národní třída LD
Gallery 44 Fine Dining
Karlova 44, 110 00 Staré Město
gallery44.cz Gallery 44 is a unique dining experience which brings together the beauty of fine food and fine contemporary art. Four times per year Gallery 44 presents a new world-renowned chef to its guests, and the forthcoming chef for Autumn 2019 is the international awardwinning maestro from Belgium, OLIVIER DE VINCK T: Národní třída M: Národní třída LD
K The Two Brothers
Indian Petrská 12, Prague 1 indian-restaurant-prague.com Famous not just for the food but also the atmosphere, K The Two Brothers is a favorite for everyone. T: Dlouhá třída M: (B) Nám. Republiky LD
La Degustation
International Haštalská 18, Prague 1 ladegustation.cz Wine pairings and a choice of 6 or 11 Michelin Star courses. T: Dlouhá třída M: (B) Nám. Republiky D
Las Adelitas
Mexican Malé náměstí 13, Prague 1 Petrská 23, Prague 1 lasadelitas.cz The same authentic Mexican cuisine as its counterparts. Brand new location near Náměstí Republiky. T: Národní třída M: (A) Staroměstská T: Dlouhá třída M: (B) Florenc LD
Lemon Leaf
Thai Myslíkova 14, Prague 2 lemon.cz Upscale Thai restaurant with innovative recipes, traditional favorites and a great wine list. Our go-to for Thai Cuisine. T: Karlovo náměstí, Myslíkova LD
Marina
Italian Alšovo nábřeží, Prague 1 marinaristorante.cz Italian cuisine with one of the best views in Prague - an elegant floating restaurant. T: Staroměstská M: (A) Staroměstská LD
Meat Eater
Steaks Vejvodova 8, Prague 1 meateater.cz These guys take their meat seriously. With over 7 varieties of beef to choose from all over the globe, vegetarians beware. T: Národní třída M: (B) Národní třída LD
Naše maso
Bistro Dlouhá 39, Prague 1 nasemaso.ambi.cz Fresh meats, including dry aged beef and pork sausages. T: Dlouhá třída M: (B) Nám. Republiky LD
PokeHaus
Hawaiian Poke Odborů 2, Prague 2 poke.haus Endless bowl and salad options filled with quality salmon, shrimp, octopus and sweet or spicy sauces. T: Jiráskovo náměstí, Karlovo náměstí LD
Sad Man’s Tongue Kavárna Cafioca
Bistro Cafe Revoluční 18, Prague 1 Get your breakfast fix at any time of the day at Kavárna Cafioca, plus a lunch menu and cocktails and wine. T: Dlouhá třída BLD
Burgers Konviktská 7, Prague 1 sadmanstongue.net This rockabilly bar and bistro has amazing burgers for equally amazing prices and onion rings that are to die for. Open all night until 6am. T: Národní divadlo LD
Sansho
Asian Fusion Petrská 25, Prague 1 sansho.cz Asian fusion restaurant offering a six course menu of seasonal dishes. T: Dlouhá třída M: (B) Florenc LD
Sisters Bistro
Sandwich Bistro Dlouhá 39, Prague 1 Beautiful bistro making modern Czech chlebíčky sandwiches. They also serve soups, tea and coffee. T: Dlouhá třída M: (B) Nám. Republiky BLD
Špejle
Bistro Jindřišská 16, Prague 1 spejle.eu Diners select beautifully prepared items À la carte, choosing different skewers of various genres of food. T: Václavské náměstí M: (A) Můstek BLD
Styl&Interier
Bistro Vodičkova 35, Prague 1 stylainterier.cz Beautifully whimsical bistro located in a gorgeous courtyard that’s heated throughout the winter. T: Václavské náměstí M: (A) Můstek BLD
Vinograf
Wine Bar & Restaurant Senovážné nám 23, Prague 1 vinograf.cz Ever-changing wine selection, knowledgeable staff. Enjoy your wine with a delicious lunch or dinner. T: Jindřišská, Masarykovo nádraží LD
Yori
Vietnamese Masarykovo nábřeží 12, Prague 1 yorirestaurant.cz Authentic Vietnamese in a casual atmosphere with moderate prices and a friendly staff. T: Jiráskovo náměstí LD
Dejvice Area Bistro à Table
French, Czech Bistro Mařákova 10, Prague 6 The owner and chef brought France with him to Prague, from snails and oysters to classic Czech dishes with a French twist. T: Hradčanská M: Hradčanská BLD
Bistro Váleček
Dumpling Bistro Jaselská 20, Prague 6 bistrovalecek.cz Small family bistro with amazing homemade stuffed dumplings. T: Hradčanská M: Hradčanská LD
Nahoře a Dole
Café & Bar, International Na Hutích 9, Prague 6 nahoreadole.cz International menu ranging from Vegan to Mexican and American, plus an extensive drink selection including local craft brews. T: Vítězné náměstí M: Dejvická BLD
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Meat Eater
Award-winning grillmaster Daniele Govoni's new restaurant is the new destination for meat lovers By Nicole Ely At the time of this interview, the employees of Meat Eater Steak & Wine were busy getting ready for opening. The staff were still in the process of training. The menu was being finetuned. The restaurant’s last final touches were being installed. “Rome wasn’t built in a day is the motto,” says David Cerny, the man working behind the scenes. He had been spending 12-hour days at the new restaurant making sure every detail is just right. Meat Eater is hoping to become a capital for Prague’s carnivores. Located in Old Town, this small but elegant establishment serves high-quality meat and wine to patrons looking for a fine dining, meat-filled experience. The concept comes from the mind of European barbecue master and food expert Daniele Govoni. “Our customers’ experience needs to be unique,” Govoni says. “We study the temperature and timing to be sure that every client will have a new sensation with each bite.” Govoni is internationally known for his barbecue skills. In October he participated in the Steak Cookoff Word Championship in Texas, and has earned the title of Grand Champion for the Czech Republic in 2015 and Reserve Grand Champion in 2019. He has also served as a judge for the Kansas City Barbecue Society. Although Govoni comes from a family with a long cooking tradition, he actually started his career as an architect. Originally from Bologna, the Italian journeyed to the Czech Republic years ago and decided to pursue his passion for barbecue instead. He taught himself to grill and eventually his talents were noticed. The idea for a place like Meat Eater first came to Govoni more than two years ago. Located on the narrow Vejvodova street, the steakhouse is a quiet spot just around the corner from the bustle of Old Town. Thanks
to Govoni’s connections, they are able to provide some of the finest and rarest meats you can find in the Czech Republic. While they do serve one vegetarian dish, the focus is of course on the beef. And the choice is excellent. They offer cuts of a variety of breeds, and even have wagyu from the United States, Australia and Japan. Their wine selection is also top-notch with mostly red Italian wines, perfect to pair with a juicy steak. Govoni employs two chefs with previous experience in Michelin restaurants to carry out the menu. Using ceramic grills, the steaks are cooked to pink perfection as they don’t allow for overcooking. Each steak also comes with a small dollop of mashed potatoes. If patrons decide to forgo a steak, the menu features a good selection of starters and a few non-steak entrees.
You can try their buttery foie gras with pistachios and apples. Their beef tartare shouldn’t be missed with hand cut, not ground, meat from the Italian Marchigiana breed. The Meat Eater pie with beef ragu, demi-glace and vegetables was also a standout. Govoni, Cerny, the chefs and everyone else work extremely efficiently despite the restaurant’s small size. At about 70 square meters, including the kitchen, every nook and cranny is utilized without making the space feel cramped. A window into the kitchen allows diners to get a glimpse of the culinary artistry while still enjoying a calm, intimate meal. Although located in the tourist quarter, Govoni would like to build a good following among locals. The dining room sits 22 people total, and so reservations are recommended and can only be made up to 14 hours in advance. This will help make sure that
expats and Czechs who live in Prague still get the opportunity to eat there. Meat Eater has the potential to become a destination steakhouse for Prague’s vibrant food scene, and Govoni’s ambitions don’t stop there. After they get the Czech location running smoothly, he plans to open several restaurants in several major European cities, including Monte Carlo, London and Brussels. Until then, Govoni and the crew are focusing on giving the meat lovers of Prague something tender and delicious to sink their teeth into. Looking back on the opening of Meat Eater, he feels like he’s leaving a dream. “At night I think about every moment of seeing the dream come true.” Meat Eater Vejvodova 8, Prague 1 meateater.cz
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RESTAURANT OPENINGS
Meat Eater Vejvodova 8, Prague 1 +420 220 513 133 meateater.cz Yes, it's making our openings list even though we've written a story in this issue already. The brain chid of Italian chef and grillmaster Daniele Govoni, Meat Eater is not for you vegans and vegetarians. Offerings aren't limited to steak. The meat pies are delicious, and they present a pastrami sandwich appetizer that's the best we've ever had.
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Le Pizze di Frankie
Otakarova 5, Prague 4 www. facebook.com/lepizzedifrankie Francesco Gallucci, a.k.a. Frankie, has run a Neapolitan pizza haven out of his fourth floor flat near Karlovo náměstí for the past few years and gained an almost cult-like status with pizza lovers. Now he's finally moved into a more traditional restaurant spot in Nusle, which is great news for those of us who love his pizza but hated those stairs.
Avocado Bistro
Sisters Bistro
Spytihněvova 168/5 , Praha 2 128 00 Nusle +420 721 632 523 www.avocadobistro.cz
Spalena 75/16, Praha 1 +420 220 960 499 www.sistersbistro.cz
We don't much care for vegetables. Fruits are okay. But avocado, that's just different. Avocado Bistro has been a popular destination for a while now at popups and festivals appearing around Prague. So, it makes sense that they're finally moving to a permanent home. These guys are passionate about avocados, and maybe that's why they've developed such a big following with vegetarians and health food lovers.
There's a new sibling to Sisters Bistro on Spalena Street, which opened at the start of December. Like the other location (on Douhla), Sisters is all about the chlebíčky – in modern form. The opened faced sandwiches are always fresh and make for a quick quality meal.
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Parent company Together Group also owns Vinohradský Parlament, Bruxx, Sia, Cukrář Skála and the original Sisters.
FOOD & DRINK
Bejzment goes green
Vegetarians Get a Taste of the ‘Nasty’ By Nicole Ely If you were wandering down Lesnicka, you could pass by without noticing Bejzment. At first glance, the nondescript burger joint looks very similar to a lot of the restaurants you see in Prague 5. Inside, the brick interior resembles a college bar you would stumble upon in the United States with license plates, American flags and Jack Daniels posters adorning the walls. Specializing in gourmet burgers, Bejzment is a destination for many meat eaters. Waitresses shuffle through tables wearing black t-shirts decaled with In Beef We Trust. But now, vegetarians have a reason to partake. Since late November, the restaurant has been offering their customers the option to substitute any menu item for a vegetarian alternative. Why? “Because I’m crazy enough to do it,” says owner Zed Střížek. While many Prague restaurants are embracing the vegetarian trend by adding a few non-meat items to their repertoire, none are offering their entire menu. At Bejzment, patrons can order a veggie version of anything, from their burgers to their chicken wings to their hotdogs. Střížek is self-professed a meat lover to his core. The husky burger master sports sleeves of tattoos that blend burger imagery with the works of Salvador Dali and the famous photograph of Rockefeller Center construction workers. He opened Bejzment in 2010 when he noticed a lack of craft burgers on Prague’s food scene, and then he founded Burgerfest in 2012, which quickly grew to be Europe’s largest burger and barbecue festival. Once Střížek saw the growth in demand for vegetarian options at food festivals like Burgerfest, he realized he could offer something more than just the typical soups and salads. If vegetarians had more than just a few starters and one entree, they would come back to try new things. To him, going vegetarian made good business sense. “These days everyone wants to be cool and green,” he says. “So I decided to do everything vegetarian. But not vegan. Vegans are a pain in the ass.” The trick with veggie burgers is getting the texture and taste of the meat substitute just right. To do this, Střížek and his team create all their products in-house as opposed to ordering premade patties. Their recipe consists of around 14 ingredients, including chickpeas, beetroot, yeast
and much more. No chemicals are added. “It’s also about getting the veggie stuff to taste good,” he says. Fortunately, Střížek has a fan of vegetarian food in his daughter, who often taste tests his new recipes. “She’s my guinea pig,” he says. Whenever Střížek is experimenting with new vegetarian recipes, he often finds himself looking at American websites, fitting in with the restaurant’s overall vibe. Before opening Bejzment, he spent several years in Atlanta, Georgia where he learned about traditional southern cuisine and barbecue. He continued this passion when he returned to Prague and got a job as a kitchen manager at Hard Rock Cafe. Not caring for the corporate world, he left Hard Rock after a little over a year and went out on his own. His exploits in the United States planted the seed for his deep love of American culture, shown in Bejzment with Route 66 posters, Mel’s DriveIn ads and other memorabilia from Střížek’s own personal collection. There are 15 different burgers on the menu,
and even more barbecue and starters. According to Střížek, every burger has a story. One that might catch your eye is the Porn de Jeremy. Střížek got the idea for the burger when a brand ambassador for Ron Jeremy’s rum visited the restaurant a while back. Střížek and his baker came up with a, um, suggestively shaped bun and pitched the burger to the adult film star’s people. “We are the only certified burger joint that can use his name,” Střížek says. And yes, you can order a veggie version. Just be warned. It is a lot to put in your mouth. In the future, Střížek plans to introduce more veggie burgers at events like Burgerfest. His ultimate goal is to provide healthier options without sacrificing that mouth-watering taste. “I eat meat and I can eat the veggie burger no problem.” the meat lover says. “I want to give vegetarians the feeling of that dirty, nasty barbecue taste.” JANUARY 2020 | PRAGUE RESIDENT
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THE COCKTAIL GUIDE The best cocktail bars in Prague (like the ones listed here) get pretty busy, even during the week. It’s always good to make a reservation just to make sure you get a seat (even at the bar).
ALCHEMIST BAR
Provaznická 1, Prague 1 thealchemistbar.cz Alchemist is turning out quality prohibition style drinks in their ornate classically decorated upstairs location at the bottom of Wenceslas Square. +420 251 510 940 for Reservations.
ANONYMOUS
over 130 brands of champagne and prosecco, as well as over 90 single malt whiskeys and 100 types of rum. +420 224 810 287 for Reservations. Bořivojova 86, Prague 3
Named after poet and professional drunk Charles Bukowski, the philosophy of the bar would make him proud with a down-to-earth atmosphere, eclectic decorations and solid drinks. +420 774 530 680 for Reservations.
BULLERBYN
Chodská 17, Prague 2
anonymousbar.cz It’s nearly impossible to go into the AnonymouS Bar and not smile, the bar is clever at every turn. You can tell the bartender your likes and they’ll make suggestions, or choose from the secret drink menu printed in UV ink and read with a small blacklight. Reservations are taken only until 9pm. +420 608 280 069 for Reservations.
SHRINK’S OFFICE
CASH ONLY BAR
shrinksoffice.cz AnonymouS’s smaller, more intimate sister. This cocktail therapy bar comes in the form of a hidden, calming cellar inbetween the bustling Wenceslas Square and Národní třída areas. After ringing a bell to get in, you will be given a Rorschach test which the mixologists will use to prepare your drink. +420 608 911 884 for Reservations.
cashonlybar.cz Just around the corner from its older sibling Hemingway’s, this little gem is making its own name with cocktails like PinUp Martini, made with passion fruit, vanilla and champagne. It’s an intimate bar, and they don’t take reservations. There’s also no smoking and, you guessed it—the bar doesn’t take credit cards. Oh, and by the way, they do serve amazing hot dogs.
Jungmannova 11, Prague 1
BAR AND BOOKS
Hendricks gin cup
BUKOWSKI’S BAR
bullerbyn.cz Inspired by Astrid Lundgren’s Bullerbyn stories, this unique bar takes you on a trip down memory lane. The signature cocktail selection is accompanied by whimsical sketches that remind you of your childhood fairytales. On top of cocktails they serve amazing lunch and dinner dishes, and brunch on the weekends. +420 723 970 761 for Reservations.
Michalská 12, Prague 1
Zanzibar
Liliová 3, Prague 1
EDISON LETNÁ
L’FLEUR
SCHODY HOME BAR
edisonletna.cz Newcomer to the scene, Edison’s serving up custom cocktails with a full menu of delicious international dishes. +420 223 002 503 for Reservations.
lfleur.cz L’Fleur is just a few doors down from Tretter’s. Even before our first drink, we fell in love with the 1920’s feel of the interior, complete with a Muchainspired stained glass window towards the back of the bar. The signature drinks all come with their own history, which the bartender is always happy to explain. If you’re feeling a bit more bubbly, try a selection from L’Fleur’s expansive champagne list. +420 734 255 665 for Reservations
Recently opened bespoke cocktail bar and sister to Parlour. Located right on the stairs (schody) leading to the Prague Castle, like Parlour it’s also hard to find but well worth the search. Once you’re inside, tell the mixologist what flavors you like and he’ll fix up your dream cocktail.
Šmeralova 5, Prague 7
ELBOW ROOM
Veletržní 40, Prague 7
This unmarked bar is a hidden favorite for a relaxing evening in Letná. With an extensive list of signature cocktails, the subtle Latino music adds to the intimate vibe. From the same owner as the legendary Bukowski’s.
HEMINGWAY BAR
Karolíny Světlé 26, Prague 1
Mánesova 64, Prague 2
CAFÉ BAR PILOTŮ
barandbooks.cz Bar & Books is the first overseas extension of the famous New York family of bars, with two locations in Prague (the casual hangout in Mánesova and slightly more formal experience in Týnská). Like its New York counterpart, the bar evokes the feeling of a gentleman’s library. Dim lighting, heavy woods, ornately framed paintings, and of course books (mostly for visual aesthetics). Reservations online.
The spacious Café Pilot feels like your grandad’s study with leather upholstery, tables modeled after billiards and floor to ceiling bookshelves. Relax with the sounds of blues and jazz and enjoy heavenly cocktails from the bar’s mixologist – the best Vršovice has to offer. +420 739 765 694 for Reservations.
hemingwaybar.cz Chances are, if you’ve asked around, Hemingway’s Bar has already been recommended. The Old Town hotspot just made the “World’s Top 50 Bars” for the third time, and with good reason. The bar’s philosophy is that every customer must have a seat, so you won’t feel overcrowded here. Reservations are highly recommended. +420 773 974 764 for Reservations.
CRAZY DAISY
LA BODEGUITA DEL MEDIO
crazydaisy.cz Almost a club, not quite a club hotspots. First Republic style interior, bar staff dressed the part and videomapping on the walls for that Great Gatsby vibe. +420 273 130 486 for Reservations.
labodeguitadelmedio.cz With it’s colonial-style interior straight from Old Havana, La Bodeguita is on point. Craft regional drinks, from the Cuba Libre to the Mojito. And if you’re looking to go full Cuban, it happens to be located underneath Cohiba Atmosphere cigar bar. +420 224 813 922 for Reservations.
and Týnská 19, Prague 1
BUGSY’S
Pařížská 10, Prague 1
bugsysbar.cz Bugsy’s is another bar with a great history, popping up just after the Velvet Revolution. Their one constant has been attention to detail and passion for good cocktails. Bugsy’s also loves their bubbly, and boasts 30
Donská 19, Prague 10
Václavské náměstí 4, Prague 1
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Kaprova 5, Prague 1
V kolkovně 5, Prague 1
MALKOVICH
Bořivojova 100, Prague 3
With wallpaper that looks like your grandmother’s sofa, Malkovich is a comfy Bohemian paradise and beloved by locals. Just a few doors down from Bukowski’s, come for good music, signature cocktails and arguably the best Long Island you’ll ever taste. +420 721 311 021 for Reservations.
PARLOUR
Krakovská 15, Prague 1
parlour.cz Maybe Parlour doesn’t want to be found – and that’s fine with us. The tiny little bar at the top of Wenceslas Square has a delightful speakeasy vibe to it, though it’s quickly becoming a popular secret. If you should luck out and discover the nearly unmarked entry, inside you’ll find an intimate, dimly lit bar with old jazz and R&B records playing and amazing craft cocktails served in antique glassware. +420 777 200 015 for Reservations.
Zámecké schody 8, Prague 1
TRETTER’S
V kolkovně 3, Prague 1
tretters.cz The Tretter family has been in the bar business for more than 90 years, so it’s no wonder this place feels like walking into a 1930’s Paris or New York cocktail bar. With soft lighting, clas
MARTINEZ BAR
Budečská 773/19 Praha 2
www.martinezbar.cz Our new favorite neighborhood bar has a surprisingly urban feel for being tucked away on a Vinohrady side street. Cozy and dark at night, serving up bespoke and classic martinis, and if you're hungry, dim sum. +420 702 123 040 for reservations.
ZANZIBAR
Anglická 42/7, 120 00 Vinohrady
www.zanzi.cz Zanzibar's reputation as one of the oldest cocktail bars in Prague proceeds it. It's still relevant, vibrant, fun, and friendly, serving up great cocktails under the canopy of Zanzibar's lovely curved bricklined ceilings. +420 608 554 433 for reservations.
CALENDAR
NIGHT+DAY NIGHT+ DAY
Wednesday, January 1 Wonderful Circus
14:00 @ The New Stage - Narodni
Divadlo Národní 1393/4, 110 00 Nové Město
Wonderful Circus had its premiere way back in 1977(!), and since that time has been the most-performed title of Laterna magika with over 6 400 re-runs. In the current repertoire it is also the most typical sample of the art of Laterna magika: a work by a great creative team that synthesizes various components of theatre.
D – W. A. Mozart: Divertimento D dur KV 136 ( Allegro, Andante, Presto ) – A. Vivaldi: Four Seasons ( Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter )For Tickets, Visit GoOut.cz 650 to 1050 CZK
Christmas Concert
17:00 @ Church of St. Martin in
the Wall Martinská 8
Modry pták
*Programme:* – J. S. Bach: Toccata and Fugue in D minor – J. J. Ryba: Slavíček (The Nightingale) – J. J. Ryba: Czech Christmas Song – G. F. Handel: Sonata in D Major – F. Schubert: Mille cherubini in coro – F. Schubert: Ave Maria – T. Albinoni: Adagio – J. N. Seeger: Pastorela in D Major – P. Mascagni: Ave Maria – A. Dvořák: Humoresque – A. Dvořák: Biblical songs No. 4, No. 10 – Medley of Czech Carols – World Carols: Gloria, Stille Nacht, Adeste fideles For Tickets, Visit GoOut.cz 500 to 700 CZK Concert, Christmas
Ovocny trh 1
Cancioneta Praga
he Nutcracker
15:00 @ Hybernia Theatre
Náměstí Republiky 3/4
For Tickets, Visit GoOut.cz Drama, Ballet
16:00 @ Estates Theatre A fairy tale for children, a symbolic story for adults. A play about seeking happiness, which may be surprisingly nearby. Blue Bird as the desire for ephemeral, ungraspable happiness. An adventurous voyage towards the soul of the things and beings around us, the seeking itself being the destination – only during this seeking can the two central characters come to comprehend that human relations and compassion are that which can bring us the Blue Bird of Happiness. The bestknown text written by the Flemish symbolist Maurice Maeterlinck, a Nobel Prize-winner, is one of the most impressive allegories of global literature, reaching out both to adults and children. The author’s fertile imagination, reviving the world around us, inspires theatre-makers to opulent staging and affords a great spectacle to everyone who likes being enchanted. *Performance with english subtitles.* Happiness, Drama, Desire, Fairy tale
Pachelbel – Mozart – Vivaldi 16:30 @ St. George’s Basilica
Pražský hrad
*Programme:* – J. Pachelbel: Canon in
Z Key
17:00 @ Church of St. Nicholas
Staroměstské náměstí
Thursday, January 2 Christmas Concert
16:30 @ St. George’s Basilica
Pražský hrad
*Programme:* – M. Charpentier: Prelude from Te Deum – G. Tartini: Air from Sonata in G – C. Franck: Panis Angelicus – G. F. Händel: Largo from Xerxes – Music for the Royal Fireworks – Allegro – G. Caccini: Ave Maria – J. Pachelbel: Canon in D – W. A. Mozart: Alleluja from Exsultate Jubilate – W. A. Mozart: Ave verum – W. A. Mozart: Laudate Dominum – Vivaldi: Gloria – Domine Deus – A. Corelli: Christmas Concerto Grosso – G. Bizet: Agnus dei – Adeste Fideles – O Holly Night – Silent Night For Tickets, Visit GoOut.cz 650 to 1050 CZK Concert, Christmas
Christmas Concert
17:00 @ Church of St. Martin in
the Wall Martinská 8
*Programme:* – J. S. Bach: Toccata and Fugue in D minor – J. J. Ryba: Slavíček (The Nightingale) – J. J. Ryba: Czech Christmas Song – G. F. Handel: Sonata in D Major – F. Schubert: Mille cherubini in coro – F. Schubert: Ave Maria – T. Albinoni: Adagio – J. N. Seeger: Pastorela in D Major – P. Mascagni: Ave Maria – A. Dvořák: Humoresque – A. Dvořák: Biblical songs No. 4, No. 10 – Medley of Czech Carols – World Carols: Gloria, Stille Nacht, Adeste fideles For Tickets, Visit GoOut.cz 500 to 700 CZK Concert, Christmas
Vivaldi Orchestra Praga 17:00 @ Church of St. Nicholas
Staroměstské náměstí
Vivaldi Orchestra Praga is a chamber orchestra, which deals with the authentic interpretation of Baroque music on period instruments. Members of the ensemble playing on original instruments or copies of them, use baroque bows in the shape of a bow and unwound gut strings. These technical means provide a unique sound of the orchestra a touch of rawness and ferocity, causing the illusion perfect expressive richness of baroque style.
Marek Buble & Michal Doležal
20:00 @ U staré paní Jazz Club
Michalská 9
Friday, January 3 The Nutcracker
15:00 @ Hybernia Theatre
Náměstí Republiky 3/4
For Tickets, Visit GoOut.cz Drama, Ballet
Pachelbel – Mozart – Vivaldi 16:30 @ St. George’s Basilica
Pražský hrad
*Programme:* – J. Pachelbel: Canon in
D – W. A. Mozart: Divertimento D dur KV 136 ( Allegro, Andante, Presto ) – A. Vivaldi: Four Seasons ( Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter )For Tickets, Visit GoOut.cz 650 to 1050 CZK
Consortium Pragense Orchestra
17:00 @ Church of St. Nicholas
Staroměstské náměstí
Christmas Concert
Orchestra
the Wall Martinská 8
Famous Swing Melodies
17:00 @ Church of St. Martin in
*Programme:* – J. S. Bach: Toccata and Fugue in D minor – J. J. Ryba: Slavíček (The Nightingale) – J. J. Ryba: Czech Christmas Song – G. F. Handel: Sonata in D Major – F. Schubert: Mille cherubini in coro – F. Schubert: Ave Maria – T. Albinoni: Adagio – J. N. Seeger: Pastorela in D Major – P. Mascagni: Ave Maria – A. Dvořák: Humoresque – A. Dvořák: Biblical songs No. 4, No. 10 – Medley of Czech Carols – World Carols: Gloria, Stille Nacht, Adeste fideles For Tickets, Visit GoOut.cz 500 to 700 CZK Concert, Christmas
Concert For Organ and Orchestra
17:00 @ Church of St. Nicholas
Staroměstské náměstí
Sonata, Symphony orchestra, Concert, Orchestra
Saturday, January 4 Christmas Concert
17:00 @ Church of St. Martin in
the Wall Martinská 8
*Programme:* – J. S. Bach: Toccata and Fugue in D minor – J. J. Ryba: Slavíček (The Nightingale) – J. J. Ryba: Czech Christmas Song – G. F. Handel: Sonata in D Major – F. Schubert: Mille cherubini in coro – F. Schubert: Ave Maria – T. Albinoni: Adagio – J. N. Seeger: Pastorela in D Major – P. Mascagni: Ave Maria – A. Dvořák: Humoresque – A. Dvořák: Biblical songs No. 4, No. 10 – Medley of Czech Carols – World Carols: Gloria, Stille Nacht, Adeste fideles For Tickets, Visit GoOut.cz 500 to 700 CZK Concert, Christmas
20:00 @ U staré paní Jazz Club
Michalská 9
Sunday, January 5 Nedělní škola umění hrou s Kateřinou Švejdovou 15:00 @ Villa Pellé
Pelléova 10
For Tickets, Visit GoOut.cz 135 CZK
Koncert Tříkrálový: Bratři Ebenové & Jiří Schmitzer 16:00 @ Hybernia Theatre
Náměstí Republiky 3/4
Jiří Schmitzer is one of the most significant Czech songwriters. In the Republic is not music fans, who does not know his “songs” as Bynďa, Japanese, you have to do it?, the neck of the prdlo ... His concerts are always a great experience, though he complains that many fans does not play the song live, you have to do it?. Two years ago, in an interview on radio BEAT has promised to build a band and played at several festivals part performances with the band behind him. The band consists of rhythm bands ETC--Paul Rock (guitars), Jiří Veselý (bass) and Jiří Zelenka (drums).For Tickets, Visit GoOut.cz 640 to 690 CZK Songwriter, Czech, Clarinet, Rock, Play, Folk, Band, Music scene
Christmas Concert
17:00 @ Church of St. Martin in
the Wall Martinská 8
*Programme:* – J. S. Bach: Toccata and Fugue in D minor – J. J. Ryba: Slavíček (The Nightingale) – J. J. Ryba: Czech Christmas Song – G. F. Handel: Sonata in D Major – F. Schubert: Mille cherubini
Live Music | Festivals | Theater | Clubbing | Other JANUARY 2020 | PRAGUE RESIDENT
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in coro – F. Schubert: Ave Maria – T. Albinoni: Adagio – J. N. Seeger: Pastorela in D Major – P. Mascagni: Ave Maria – A. Dvořák: Humoresque – A. Dvořák: Biblical songs No. 4, No. 10 – Medley of Czech Carols – World Carols: Gloria, Stille Nacht, Adeste fideles For Tickets, Visit GoOut.cz 500 to 700 CZK Concert, Christmas
Prague Brass Ensemble 17:00 @ Church of St. Nicholas
Staroměstské náměstí
Christmas
Christmas Concert
17:30 @ St. George’s Basilica
Pražský hrad
*Programme:* – M. Charpentier: Prelude from Te Deum – G. Tartini: Air from Sonata in G – C. Franck: Panis Angelicus – G. F. Händel: Largo from Xerxes – Music for the Royal Fireworks – Allegro – G. Caccini: Ave Maria – J. Pachelbel: Canon in D – W. A. Mozart: Alleluja from Exsultate Jubilate – W. A. Mozart: Ave verum – W. A. Mozart: Laudate Dominum – Vivaldi: Gloria – Domine Deus – A. Corelli: Christmas Concerto Grosso – G. Bizet: Agnus dei – Adeste Fideles – O Holly Night – Silent Night For Tickets, Visit GoOut.cz 650 to 1050 CZK Concert, Christmas
Laďa Kerndl
19:00 @ U Hasicu Theatre
Římská 45
Vladimir Láďa is a popular Czech singer who graduated from the Central School of Mechanical Engineering. In addition, he studied at the School of Music, where he chose piano. In 1960 founded the musical group Tomahawk. His daughter Tereza Kerndlová is also a singer. In 1970 he moved on to play professionally singer in the orchestra conductor Jaroslav Termites Řehánka. Later he moved away from the band Leona Slezáka. In the years 19711984 rode along with the orchestra Leona Slezáka to Norway. Then went on American cruise ships. For Tickets, Visit GoOut.cz 380 CZK Singer, Orchestra
Koncert Tříkrálový: Bratři Ebenové & Jiří Schmitzer 20:00 @ Hybernia Theatre
Náměstí Republiky 3/4
Jiří Schmitzer is one of the most significant Czech songwriters. In the Republic is not music fans, who does not know his “songs” as Bynďa, Japanese, you have to do it?, the neck of the prdlo ... His concerts are always a great experience, though he complains that many fans does not play the song live, you have to do it?. Two years ago, in an interview on radio BEAT has promised to build a band and played at several festivals part performances with the band behind him. The band consists of rhythm bands ETC--Paul Rock (guitars), Jiří Veselý (bass) and Jiří Zelenka (drums).For Tickets, Visit GoOut.cz 640 to 690 CZK Songwriter, Czech, Clarinet, Rock, Play, Folk, Band, Music scene
Monday, January 6 Vivaldi Orchestra Praga 17:00 @ Church of St. Nicholas
Staroměstské náměstí
Vivaldi Orchestra Praga is a chamber orchestra, which deals with the authentic interpretation of Baroque music on period instruments. Members of the ensemble playing on original instruments or copies of them, use baroque bows in the shape of a bow and unwound gut strings. These technical means provide a unique sound of the orchestra a touch of rawness and ferocity, causing the illusion perfect expressive richness of baroque style.
Prague Radio Symphony Orchestra: Tchaikovsky’s Pathetique 19:30 @ Rudolfinum
Náměstí Jana Palacha 1
Radio Symphony Orchestra is one of the leading and oldest Czech orchestral ensembles. His imaginative programming choices and still rising artistic standards has
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gained a significant position in the Czech concert life. Also belongs to welcome foreign guests concert halls. The tradition starts in 1926 and is associated with the beginnings of broadcast Radiojournal. 150 to 900 CZK Czech, Orchestra, Classical, Concert, Tchaikovsky, Symphony orchestra
10:00 @ Kampa Theatre
Front 242 + support: Depressive Disorder
Concert For Organ and Orchestra
Be honest, how many of you dislike how you look? Imogene does. And now she is in the grip of anorexia. This once openhearted girl is now heartbreakingly thin. And deeply unhappy. Why does this keep happening? Why do healthy girls make themselves ill trying to lose weight? Some girls do heal. Will she? For Tickets, Visit GoOut.cz 250 CZK
Front 242 is a Belgian electronic music group that came into prominence during the 1980s. Pioneering the style they called electronic body music, they were a profound influence on the electronic and industrial music genres.For Tickets, Visit GoOut.cz 960 CZK Electronic
Staroměstské náměstí
Vivaldi Orchestra Praga
Tuesday, January 7
17:00 @ Church of St. Nicholas Sonata, Symphony orchestra, Concert, Orchestra
Bigband VOŠ KJJ
20:00 @ U staré paní Jazz Club
Michalská 9
Modern jazz big band made up of students from the jazz department at College of Jaroslav Jezek Conservatory he joined in 2005 under the leadership of Professor Milan Svoboda. He specializes in original songs, which predominate in the composition of Milan Svoboda and members of the orchestra. In 2006, with a large Uspeh played at the international festival of big bands in Litvinov and was the main protagonist of festive concerts at the 100th anniversary of the birth of Jaroslav Jezek. Big band, Jazz, Band, Modern jazz
Wednesday, January 8 Consortium Pragense Orchestra
17:00 @ Church of St. Nicholas
Staroměstské náměstí
Orchestra
Tribute to Kenny Burrell: Libor Šmoldas & Christian Eckert 20:00 @ U staré paní Jazz Club
Michalská 9
Libor Šmoldas was born in 1982 in Olomouc, from childhood but lives in Prague. Devoted himself to music since childhood, played the flute and trumpet, and in 12 years began with a guitar. Mainly due to a fascination with recordings of Charlie Parker with the beginnings of rock and blues bands became interested in jazz. Funk, Blues, Jazz, Blues band, Soul
Thursday, January 9 Prague Brass Ensemble 17:00 @ Church of St. Nicholas
Don’t(.) Eat. Nosticova 2a
17:00 @ Church of St. Nicholas
Staroměstské náměstí
Vivaldi Orchestra Praga is a chamber orchestra, which deals with the authentic interpretation of Baroque music on period instruments. Members of the ensemble playing on original instruments or copies of them, use baroque bows in the shape of a bow and unwound gut strings. These technical means provide a unique sound of the orchestra a touch of rawness and ferocity, causing the illusion perfect expressive richness of baroque style.
Petr Beneš Quartet
20:00 @ U staré paní Jazz Club
Michalská 9
Quartet clustered around significant pianists posledníc years Petr Beneš was a notable collaboration with Libor Šmoladsem chief and other players. Petr Beneš Quartet offers an original repertoire in an exclusive combination of exceptional musicians. The group plays in the assembly Petr Beneš - piano, Andrew Štveráček - tenor saxophone, Tomas Baros - bass, Mark Urbanek - drums. Jazz, Saxophone, Quartet
Wonderful Circus
20:00 @ The New Stage - Narodni
Divadlo Národní 1393/4, 110 00 Nové Město
Wonderful Circus had its premiere way back in 1977(!), and since that time has been the most-performed title of Laterna magika with over 6 400 re-runs. In the current repertoire it is also the most typical sample of the art of Laterna magika: a work by a great creative team that synthesizes various components of theatre.
Saturday, January 11 The Best of Czech and World Music
17:00 @ Church of St. Martin in
the Wall Martinská 8
Staroměstské náměstí
For Tickets, Visit GoOut.cz 500 to 700 CZK Dvořák, World
Magic flute (Die Zauberflöte)
Wozzek
Christmas
19:00 @ Estates Theatre
Ovocny trh 1
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s final stage piece was intended for the common people visiting the Theater an der Wien, where it was premiered on 30 September 1791. The creators drew upon the tradition of the old Viennese magic opera, one of the types of singspiel, a popular genre combining sung and spoken passages in which alongside human characters appeared various supernatural beings and animals and stage machinery effects were employed. Die Zauberflöte has become the best-known example of this genre not only owing to the fairy-tale story in which by means of a magic flute and his comical companion, Papageno, Prince Tamino seeks the way to Princess Pamina, daughter of the Queen of the Night, but also thanks to the references to Masonic symbolism and, naturally, Mozart’s engrossing music. A year after its premiere in Vienna, the singspiel was presented in Prague at today’s Estates Theatre on 25 October 1792. The new production, staged by the renowned Czech director Vladimír Morávek, is a spellbinding spectacle providing a remarkable artistic experience. *Sung in German, Czech and English surtitles.* Magic, Opera, Flute
Friday, January 10
PRAGUE RESIDENT | JANUARY 2020
18:45 @ Cinema Aero
Biskupcova 31
Yannick Nézet-Séguin conducts William Kentridge’s new production of Alban Berg’s expressionistic masterpiece Wozzeck, regarded for its intense emotional power and brilliant score as one of the most significant operas of the 20th century. Composed during and in the aftermath of World War I, Berg’s dark exploration of a soldier besieged by the evils of society, is staged by Kentridge in a ramshackle warren of stairs, ramps, discarded furniture, and debris. His own theatrically animated charcoal drawings, along with other projected drawings, maps, and film clips, evoke a nightmarish world of crashed planes, searchlights, ghostly gas masks, and battlefields. Peter Mattei makes his role debut as Wozzeck opposite Elza van den Heever as Marie, the mother of his child. Singing the roles of Wozzeck’s tormentors are Christopher Ventris as the DrumMajor, Gerhard Siegel as the Captain, and Christian Van Horn as the Doctor. Andrew Staples makes his Met debut as Andres. Kentridge, who previously directed Berg’s Lulu and Shostakovich’s The Nose at the Met, unveiled the new production at the 2017 Salzburg Festival, where it received critical acclaim. Kentridge’s production is a co-production of the Met, Canadian Opera Company, Opera Australia, and Salzburg Festival. Opera
19:00 @ Palac Akropolis
Kubelíkova 27
Tamaryn + support: Some Ember 20:00 @ Café V lese
Krymská 12
For Tickets, Visit GoOut.cz 270 CZK Duo
Blue Hats
20:00 @ U staré paní Jazz Club
Michalská 9
Wonderful Circus
20:00 @ The New Stage - Narodni
Divadlo Národní 1393/4, 110 00 Nové Město
Wonderful Circus had its premiere way back in 1977(!), and since that time has been the most-performed title of Laterna magika with over 6 400 re-runs. In the current repertoire it is also the most typical sample of the art of Laterna magika: a work by a great creative team that synthesizes various components of theatre.
Sunday, January 12 The Devil and Kate 11:00 @ National Theatre
Národní 2
Antonín Dvořák’s two most successful operas, The Devil and Kate , and Rusalka , are based on fairy-tale motifs. Blending folk and humorous with lyrical and fantasy elements is one of the typical (and still very popular) traits of Czech dramatic creation. The theme of this charming fairy-tale opera is taken over from Božena Němcová’s folk tale of the same name about the brazen and fearless Kate, the wily shepherd Jirka and the duped devil Marbuel. Dvořák created a masterly patchwork of contrasting scenes – folksy, breezy, fiendishly fervent and courtly noble. Adolf Born’s exquisite sets and costumes bear the hallmark of this original and popular artist. *The opera is staged in Czech original version and English surtitles are used in the performance.* Czech, Antonín dvořák, Opera, Folk, Devil
The Nutcracker
18:00 @ Hybernia Theatre
Náměstí Republiky 3/4
For Tickets, Visit GoOut.cz Drama, Ballet
Front 242
19:00 @ Palac Akropolis
Kubelíkova 27
Front 242 is a Belgian electronic music group that came into prominence during the 1980s. Pioneering the style they called electronic body music, they were a profound influence on the electronic and industrial music genres.For Tickets, Visit GoOut.cz 960 CZK Electronic
As Far As I See
19:00 @ The New Stage - Narodni
Divadlo Národní 1393/4, 110 00 Nové Město
Playful piece for the whole family opens up door to the world of imagination
Národní 1393/4, 110 00 Nové Město Playful piece for the whole family opens up door to the world of imagination
The Brains + The Rocket Dogz 19:00 @ 007 Strahov
Chaloupeckého 7
Sharp and wild rock and roll performed by the infernal trio Rocket Dogz within a few years literally catapulted by rocket speeds between domestic top psychobilly band. They have a hard rock punch, lightness of rock and roll and the special grave chilliness of classic psychobilly. All released album garnered immediate success, which reflects the ever increasing number of fans! Rock, Punk, Psychobilly
Cannabis Corpse + Withered
20:00 @ Underdogs’ Ballroom &
Bar Nádražní 3
For Tickets, Visit GoOut.cz 320 CZK
Tuesday, January 14 Leonce & Lena.
19:00 @ The Estates Theatre
Železná, 110 00 Staré Město
The renowned German choreographer Christian Spuck’s 2008 ballet Leonce and Lena, created for the Aalto Theater in Essen, is based on Georg Büchner’s 1836 play.
Bárta Nemesis trio
20:00 @ U staré paní Jazz Club
Michalská 9
For Tickets, Visit GoOut.cz Czech, Jazz, Band
Wednesday, January 15 Leonce & Lena.
19:00 @ The Estates Theatre
Železná, 110 00 Staré Město
The renowned German choreographer Christian Spuck’s 2008 ballet Leonce and Lena, created for the Aalto Theater in Essen, is based on Georg Büchner’s 1836 play.
Lazarus
19:30 @ Theatre Comedy
Jungmannova 1
Prague City Theatres have a rich history dating back to 1950. Beginning in 2018, with a new management headed by Daniel Přibyl as managing director and Michal Dočekal as artistic chief, Prague City Theatres are comprised of three main venues: Rokoko, ABC, and Komedie Theatre. In addition to those venues, activities and productions in the open air or in various non-theatrical buildings are planned. The aim is to transform Prague City Theatres into a theatre institution with international connections, one that will tackle deep issues of the modern day and play an active role in the development of Czech and European theatre and society. Theatre, Date
Human Locomotion
20:00 @ The New Stage - Narodni
Divadlo Národní 1393/4, 110 00 Nové Město
Visually bold images, speaking through dance and movement, engrossing music and lighting design, scenographic details – we tell Eadweard Muybridge’s story in a singular way, recasting 19th-century America into 21st-century theatre.
Thursday, January 16 Taneční ateliér pro děti od 4 do 6 let 00:00 @ Archa Theatre
Na Poříčí 26
For Tickets, Visit GoOut.cz
Monday, January 13 As Far As I See
Taneční ateliér pro děti od 7 do 12 let
Divadlo
Na Poříčí 26
10:00 @ The New Stage - Narodni
00:00 @ Archa Theatre
For Tickets, Visit GoOut.cz 2000 CZK
Adam Plachetka 20:00 @ O2 Arena
Českomoravská 17
Adam Plachetka was born in 1985 in Prague, where he attended the Prague Conservatory under Professor Luďka Löbl. He is a laureate of competitions, such as the MPS Antonin Dvorak. In 2005 he made his debut at the National Theatre in Prague. In the following years he studied figures like Don Giovanni, Publius (La clemenza di Tito), Figaro (Le nozze di Figaro), Nardo (La finta giardiniera), Argante (Rinaldo) and Guglielmo (Così fan tutte). The Prague State Opera he appeared as Don Basilio (Il Barbiere di Siviglia) and Papageno (Die Zauberflöte). 1190 to 4990 CZK Classical
Allison Wheeler Quartet 20:00 @ U staré paní Jazz Club
Michalská 9
The Sleeping Beauty 20:15 @ Bio Oko
Františka Křižíka 15
This production of The Sleeping Beauty has been delighting audiences in Covent Garden since 1946. A classic of Russian ballet, it established The Royal Ballet both in its new home after World War II and as a world-class company. Sixty years later, in 2006, the original staging was revived, returning Oliver Messel’s wonderful designs and glittering costumes to the stage. Pyotr Il’yich Tchaikovsky’s enchanting score and Marius Petipa’s original choreography beautifully combine with sections created for The Royal Ballet by Frederick Ashton, Anthony Dowell and Christopher Wheeldon. This ballet is sure to cast its spell over anyone who sees it. Live from The Royal Opera House. Tchaikovsky, Ballet
Friday, January 17
the Wall Martinská 8
For Tickets, Visit GoOut.cz 500 to 700 CZK Dvořák, World
Leonce & Lena.
19:00 @ The Estates Theatre
Železná, 110 00 Staré Město
The renowned German choreographer Christian Spuck’s 2008 ballet Leonce and Lena, created for the Aalto Theater in Essen, is based on Georg Büchner’s 1836 play.
Nejslavnější české muzikály 20:00 @ O2 Arena
Českomoravská 17
Lucie Bila has long been our absolutely most popular singer with a wide range of its focus. From the very beginning of the nineties we can observe in most major Czech musical scene. In musical theater featured in Excalibur, where she played two roles at once: Queen Guinevere and the witch Morgana. In the field of pop music released Lucie Bila many solo albums, which are successfully conquering the charts domestic charts, and her hits such as Ave Maria, Love is love, Oven, eSeMeS I love you and knows almost everyone. 490 to 1290 CZK Czech, Rock, Singing, Musical, Pop, Opera, Conservatory, Slovakia
Dub Club Prague: King Alpha + Fikir Amlak
14:00 @ The Estates Theatre
Železná, 110 00 Staré Město
The renowned German choreographer Christian Spuck’s 2008 ballet Leonce and Lena, created for the Aalto Theater in Essen, is based on Georg Büchner’s 1836 play.
The Best of Czech and World Music
17:00 @ Church of St. Martin in
The Nutcracker
18:30 @ Hybernia Theatre
Náměstí Republiky 3/4
For Tickets, Visit GoOut.cz Drama, Ballet
Anti-Flag Anti-Flag are an American punk rock band from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The band is well known for political activism, focusing on anti-war activism, anti-imperialism, class struggle, human rights, and various sociopolitical sentiments. The line-up includes singer/guitarist Justin Sane and drummer Pat Thetic, who founded the band; later members are guitarist Chris Head, and singer/bassist Chris Barker (#2) who replaced Jamie “Cock” Towns, who had replaced original bassist Andy Flag in 1997 following his departure one year prior. Anti-Flag is known also for their advocacy of progressive political action groups such as Greenpeace and Amnesty International. Most recently, the band has declared solidarity with the global Occupy Together movement.For Tickets, Visit GoOut.cz 567 CZK Punk, Rock band
Sunday, January 19 Nedělní škola umění hrou s Kateřinou Švejdovou 15:00 @ Villa Pellé
Pelléova 10
Wozzek
Leonce & Lena.
Ovocny trh 1
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s final stage piece was intended for the common people visiting the Theater an der Wien, where it was premiered on 30 September 1791. The creators drew upon the tradition of the old Viennese magic opera, one of the types of singspiel, a popular genre combining sung and spoken passages in which alongside human characters appeared various supernatural beings and animals and stage machinery effects were employed. *Sung in German, Czech and English surtitles.* Magic, Opera, Flute
For Tickets, Visit GoOut.cz 290 to 330 CZK Club, Dub
Michalská 9
Saturday, January 18
17:00 @ Estates Theatre
19:00 @ Roxy
ostrov Štvanice 1125
For Tickets, Visit GoOut.cz 135 CZK
A new Prague-based international lineup dedicated to classic recordings but especially neglected gems from the Bebop Revolution of the 1940s through to early 1950s cool jazz and hard bop, based on the career and discography of pioneering jazz drummer Kenny Clarke. Bohemia, Jazz
Magic flute (Die Zauberflöte)
22:00 @ Fuchs2
Bohemia After Dark
20:00 @ U staré paní Jazz Club
Staples makes his Met debut as Andres. Kentridge, who previously directed Berg’s Lulu and Shostakovich’s The Nose at the Met, unveiled the new production at the 2017 Salzburg Festival, where it received critical acclaim. Kentridge’s production is a co-production of the Met, Canadian Opera Company, Opera Australia, and Salzburg Festival. Opera
15:00 @ Bio Oko
Františka Křižíka 15
Yannick Nézet-Séguin conducts William Kentridge’s new production of Alban Berg’s expressionistic masterpiece Wozzeck, regarded for its intense emotional power and brilliant score as one of the most significant operas of the 20th century. Composed during and in the aftermath of World War I, Berg’s dark exploration of a soldier besieged by the evils of society, is staged by Kentridge in a ramshackle warren of stairs, ramps, discarded furniture, and debris. His own theatrically animated charcoal drawings, along with other projected drawings, maps, and film clips, evoke a nightmarish world of crashed planes, searchlights, ghostly gas masks, and battlefields. Peter Mattei makes his role debut as Wozzeck opposite Elza van den Heever as Marie, the mother of his child. Singing the roles of Wozzeck’s tormentors are Christopher Ventris as the DrumMajor, Gerhard Siegel as the Captain, and Christian Van Horn as the Doctor. Andrew
Dlouhá 33
A Midsummer night’s dream 19:00 @ National Theatre
Národní 2
Hermia is to marry Demetrius, yet she loves Lysander. The two lovers plan to elope, but they reveal their intention to Helena, who feels affection for Demetrius and convinces him to pursue them. The action is entered by Oberon, who receives from Puck a magic flower, evoking love in people… The chaotic story takes place during a midsummer night, when every slumber may bring forth a new dream. But where do such dreams end up – what do we actually remember from them? When the world
around us begins spinning, it is hard to say where its boundaries are. The Bard’s classic comedy, which returns to the stage with each generation; a fantastic show of motifs, plots, mysteries and secrets, which true theatre-goers must see at least once in their lifetime. Drama, Dream
Velká swingová noc 19:30 @ Lávka Club
Novotného lávka 21
For Tickets, Visit GoOut.cz 220 to 650 CZK Solo, Orchestra, Blues, Jazz, Singer, Swing, Musician, Big band, Band
Monday, January 20 Velká swingová noc 19:30 @ Lávka Club
Novotného lávka 21
For Tickets, Visit GoOut.cz 220 to 650 CZK Solo, Orchestra, Blues, Jazz, Singer, Swing, Musician, Big band, Band
Baborák and Spence under the baton of Anu Tali 19:30 @ Rudolfinum
Náměstí Jana Palacha 1
Radio Symphony Orchestra is one of the leading and oldest Czech orchestral ensembles. His imaginative programming choices and still rising artistic standards has gained a significant position in the Czech concert life. Also belongs to welcome foreign guests concert halls. The tradition starts in 1926 and is associated with the beginnings of broadcast Radiojournal. 150 to 900 CZK Czech, Orchestra, Classical, Concert, British, Symphony orchestra
Stomp
19:30 @ Prague Congress Centre
5. května 65
Stomp dance and music ensemble founded in summer of 1991 in Great Britain. Its founders are a drummer and advertising director in one person Luke Cresswell and his friend, also an actor and director, Steve McNicholas. Stomp is a thrilling combination of breathtaking rhythm and dance in a unique show. Members of the ensemble create music using random things that surround us in everyday life - garbage cans, brooms, kitchen sinks, lighters, boxes of matches, cans, chairs ... So you can just briefly describe the unique spectacle offered by each performance. Show, which blurs language barriers and cultural differences and celebrate twenty years of tremendous success worldwide. 890 to 1290 CZK Summer, Dance, Director
Tuesday, January 21 Benjamínci a mistři
19:30 @ Pražská konzervatoř
Dvořákovo nábřeží 2
Václav Hudeček is a permanent fixture of the Czech concert art. At the age of fifteen years, performed at a concert in London with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra. A day later, he heard the legendary David Oistrakh, who predicted a great future
and offered him a teaching aid. From 1970 until Oistrach death in 1974 he was a pupil of the great master. At the same time he studied at the Prague Academy of Performing Arts in the class of prof. Vaclav Snítil. Since his London debut featured around the world on the most prestigious stages (Carnegie Hall, Royal Festival Hall, Suntory Hall, Osaka Festival Hall, Sydney Opera), the world’s best orchestras. 250 to 300 CZK Czech, Festival, Classical, Concert, Musician, International, Foreign, Young
Big Band Trumpets
20:00 @ U staré paní Jazz Club
Michalská 9
Orchestra Big Band Trumpets was 22. 2. in 1994, and its founding members, Manager Charles P.r and Jiri Volf, they had a model of an orchestra of Bill Chase. Since the activity of the Orchestra b. Chase was tragically ended the air disaster, the Orchestra Big Band Trumpets (BBT) probably the only Orchestra in the world that consistently performs in the composition of the trumpetová and the rhythm section, supplemented by the female vocal. However, the BBT genre ranks among the big bands for his propensity to velkokapelovému the swing. Everyone has heard the song sometimes like In The Mood, Summertime, Georgia, Rat Race, Cave Canem, Opus One or Flying Home with classic cast of saxophones, trombones, trumpets and rhythm. But to hear the same thing only in trumpetách, this is an overwhelming experience. In the band play Zbyněk Bartos, Karl, Polách Miroslav Volf, Zembala and Radek, on Stamenov Slavomír 406, Decent, Pavel Plašil and Kateřina Němcová. Big band
Velvet Comedy Show 20:00 @ Czech Inn Bar
Francouzská 76
https://goout.net/en/tickets/velvet-comedyshow/dllf/ 100.0 CZK Comedy
Wednesday, January 22 15. Festival krátkých filmů Praha 00:00 @ Praha – various venues
The Greatest Show – Live in Concert 17:00 @ Hybernia Theatre
Náměstí Republiky 3/4
Jan Kříž is a Czech musical singer, which is recognized by the wider public came by his work as a talent contest called Robin Hood - The path to glory, or how to make a musical. The critics is repeatedly described as one of the most talented young Czech musical scene. Has made a major role in many musicals. Freshly appeared in Prague in the role of Danny Zuka in a new production of the legendary Grease, for which he was nominated in 2012 for the prestigious Thalia. Czech, Prestigious, Musical, Concert
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IV. Abonentní koncert 19:30 @ Municipal House
Náměstí Republiky 6
For Tickets, Visit GoOut.cz 500 to 1000 CZK Symphony, Concert, Orchestra
Stomp
19:30 @ Prague Congress Centre
5. května 65
Stomp dance and music ensemble founded in summer of 1991 in Great Britain. Its founders are a drummer and advertising director in one person Luke Cresswell and his friend, also an actor and director, Steve McNicholas. Stomp is a thrilling combination of breathtaking rhythm and dance in a unique show. Members of the ensemble create music using random things that surround us in everyday life - garbage cans, brooms, kitchen sinks, lighters, boxes of matches, cans, chairs ... So you can just briefly describe the unique spectacle offered by each performance. Show, which blurs language barriers and cultural differences and celebrate twenty years of tremendous success worldwide. 890 to 1290 CZK Summer, Dance, Director
The John de Jong Trio 20:00 @ U staré paní Jazz Club
Michalská 9
For Tickets, Visit GoOut.cz 100 to 250 CZK
Vinnie Moore Band 20:00 @ Nová Chmelnice
Koněvova 219
lighters, boxes of matches, cans, chairs ... So you can just briefly describe the unique spectacle offered by each performance. Show, which blurs language barriers and cultural differences and celebrate twenty years of tremendous success worldwide. 890 to 1290 CZK Summer, Dance, Director
Jamaron (album release) 20:00 @ Lucerna Music Bar
Vodičkova 36
For Tickets, Visit GoOut.cz 190 to 230 CZK
Emil Viklicky Trio
20:00 @ U staré paní Jazz Club
Michalská 9
Trio významného českého jazzového pianisty Emila Viklického. Legendární jazzový pianista a skladatel Emil Viklický se svým klasickým jazzovým triem. Těžko najít v tuzemsku výraznějšího hudebníka, než jakým je Emil Viklický. Není jen jazzmanem nejvyšších kvalit a mistrovským klavíristou, ale též skladatelem vážné i folklorní hudby a světovou osobností, kterou obdivuje i slavný japonský spisovatel Haruki Murakami. Emil Viklický hraje již dlouhou dobu s Petrem Dvorským na kontrabas a Cyrilem Zelenakem či Tomášem Hobzekem na bubny. Světově proslul též spoluprací s kontrabasistou Georgem Mrazem. Jazz, Trio
Friday, January 24 Bastard Grave + Assumption + Sněť
For Tickets, Visit GoOut.cz 650 CZK
17:00 @ 007 Strahov
The Greatest Show – Live in Concert
Timeless
Náměstí Republiky 3/4
Wilsonova 4, 110 00 Praha 1-Vinohrady
20:00 @ Hybernia Theatre
Jan Kříž is a Czech musical singer, which is recognized by the wider public came by his work as a talent contest called Robin Hood - The path to glory, or how to make a musical. The critics is repeatedly described as one of the most talented young Czech musical scene. Has made a major role in many musicals. Freshly appeared in Prague in the role of Danny Zuka in a new production of the legendary Grease, for which he was nominated in 2012 for the prestigious Thalia. Czech, Prestigious, Musical, Concert
Thursday, January 23 Double Crush Syndrome 19:00 @ 007 Strahov
Chaloupeckého 7 590 CZK
Timeless
19:00 @ The State Opera
Wilsonova 4, 110 00 Praha 1-Vinohrady
This performance goes beyond the limits of time not only with its name but also with its perfect ballet forms, pure beauty and breathtaking effect of contemporary dance.
Beata Hlavenková (album release) 19:30 @ Palac Akropolis
Kubelíkova 27
Beata Hlavenková is a leading Czech pianist and composer, who is, in addition to her trio formation, also known for her collaborations with Ingrid Jensen, Rich Perry and Lenka Dusilová.For Tickets, Visit GoOut.cz 250 to 380 CZK Jazz, Composer
Stomp
19:30 @ Prague Congress Centre
5. května 65
Stomp dance and music ensemble founded in summer of 1991 in Great Britain. Its founders are a drummer and advertising director in one person Luke Cresswell and his friend, also an actor and director, Steve McNicholas. Stomp is a thrilling combination of breathtaking rhythm and dance in a unique show. Members of the ensemble create music using random things that surround us in everyday life - garbage cans, brooms, kitchen sinks,
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Chaloupeckého 7
19:00 @ The State Opera
13:00 @ Estates Theatre
Ovocny trh 1
Stomp
15:00 @ Prague Congress Centre
5. května 65
Stomp dance and music ensemble founded in summer of 1991 in Great Britain. Its founders are a drummer and advertising director in one person Luke Cresswell and his friend, also an actor and director, Steve McNicholas. Stomp is a thrilling combination of breathtaking rhythm and dance in a unique show. Members of the ensemble create music using random things that surround us in everyday life - garbage cans, brooms, kitchen sinks, lighters, boxes of matches, cans, chairs ... So you can just briefly describe the unique spectacle offered by each performance. Show, which blurs language barriers and cultural differences and celebrate twenty years of tremendous success worldwide. 890 to 1290 CZK Summer, Dance, Director
This performance goes beyond the limits of time not only with its name but also with its perfect ballet forms, pure beauty and breathtaking effect of contemporary dance.
The Best of Czech and World Music
Stomp
the Wall Martinská 8
19:30 @ Prague Congress Centre
5. května 65
Stomp dance and music ensemble founded in summer of 1991 in Great Britain. Its founders are a drummer and advertising director in one person Luke Cresswell and his friend, also an actor and director, Steve McNicholas. Stomp is a thrilling combination of breathtaking rhythm and dance in a unique show. Members of the ensemble create music using random things that surround us in everyday life - garbage cans, brooms, kitchen sinks, lighters, boxes of matches, cans, chairs ... So you can just briefly describe the unique spectacle offered by each performance. Show, which blurs language barriers and cultural differences and celebrate twenty years of tremendous success worldwide. 890 to 1290 CZK Summer, Dance, Director
Jana Koubková Quartet 20:00 @ U staré paní Jazz Club
Michalská 9
Czech, Blues, Jazz, Choir, Soloist, Vocal
The Garden
20:00 @ The New Stage - Narodni
Divadlo Národní 1393/4, 110 00 Nové Město
Magical dance performance for the whole family by Laterna magika. An original dance visual project marking the anniversary of the foundation of Laterna magika, a performance inspired by Jiři Trnka’s book of illustrations and the staging team members and dancers’ reminiscences of the gardens of their childhoods.
Drop That Winter Madness 2020 21:00 @ Křižíkovy pavilony
Areál Výstaviště 67
For Tickets, Visit GoOut.cz 319 to 539 CZK
Saturday, January 25 Modry pták
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The Murder Capital
A fairy tale for children, a symbolic story for adults. A play about seeking happiness, which may be surprisingly nearby. Blue Bird as the desire for ephemeral, ungraspable happiness. An adventurous voyage towards the soul of the things and beings around us, the seeking itself being the destination – only during this seeking can the two central characters come to comprehend that human relations and compassion are that which can bring us the Blue Bird of Happiness. The bestknown text written by the Flemish symbolist Maurice Maeterlinck, a Nobel Prize-winner, is one of the most impressive allegories of global literature, reaching out both to adults and children. The author’s fertile imagination, reviving the world around us, inspires theatre-makers to opulent staging and affords a great spectacle to everyone who likes being enchanted. *Performance with english subtitles.* Happiness, Drama, Desire, Fairy tale
17:00 @ Church of St. Martin in
For Tickets, Visit GoOut.cz 500 to 700 CZK Dvořák, World
Devendra Banhart + support: Vetiver 19:30 @ Palac Akropolis
Kubelíkova 27
Devendra Banhart is an American singer, guitarist and songwriter. With his music, he represents genres including psych folk, freak folk, psychedelic music or neofolk. In most of his music pieces, he uses the classical guitar as the only instrument. Banhart’s work comes from a combination of Indian, Venezuelan and American pop music of the 1960s. Most of his songs are atmospheric, dark or melancholic compositions, although the album Cripple Crow has been kept in the atmosphere of pop and glam rock. A characteristic feature of Banhart is a careless, “narcotic”, slightly unreal vocal. His debut album The Charles C. Leary was released in 2002, and his latest album, Ma , in 2019.For Tickets, Visit GoOut.cz 820 CZK Folk, Band, Lo-fi, Pop
Michael Malarkey 19:30 @ Roxy
Dlouhá 33
For Tickets, Visit GoOut.cz 490 CZK Singer, Actor, Studio
Stomp
19:30 @ Prague Congress Centre
5. května 65
Stomp dance and music ensemble founded in summer of 1991 in Great Britain. Its founders are a drummer and advertising director in one person Luke Cresswell and his friend, also an actor and director, Steve McNicholas. Stomp is a thrilling combination of breathtaking rhythm and dance in a unique show. Members of the ensemble create music using random things that surround us in everyday life - garbage cans, brooms, kitchen sinks, lighters, boxes of matches, cans, chairs ... So you can just briefly describe the unique spectacle offered by each performance.
Show, which blurs language barriers and cultural differences and celebrate twenty years of tremendous success worldwide. 890 to 1290 CZK Summer, Dance, Director
The Garden
20:00 @ The New Stage - Narodni
Divadlo Národní 1393/4, 110 00 Nové Město
Magical dance performance for the whole family by Laterna magika. An original dance visual project marking the anniversary of the foundation of Laterna magika, a performance inspired by Jiři Trnka’s book of illustrations and the staging team members and dancers’ reminiscences of the gardens of their childhoods.
Sunday, January 26 Stomp
15:00 @ Prague Congress Centre
5. května 65
Stomp dance and music ensemble founded in summer of 1991 in Great Britain. Its founders are a drummer and advertising director in one person Luke Cresswell and his friend, also an actor and director, Steve McNicholas. Stomp is a thrilling combination of breathtaking rhythm and dance in a unique show. Members of the ensemble create music using random things that surround us in everyday life - garbage cans, brooms, kitchen sinks, lighters, boxes of matches, cans, chairs ... So you can just briefly describe the unique spectacle offered by each performance. Show, which blurs language barriers and cultural differences and celebrate twenty years of tremendous success worldwide. 890 to 1290 CZK Summer, Dance, Director
The Garden
17:00 @ The New Stage - Narodni
Divadlo Národní 1393/4, 110 00 Nové Město
Magical dance performance for the whole family by Laterna magika. An original dance visual project marking the anniversary of the foundation of Laterna magika, a performance inspired by Jiři Trnka’s book of illustrations and the staging team members and dancers’ reminiscences of the gardens of their childhoods.
František Nedvěd
19:00 @ U Hasicu Theatre
Římská 45
Musician playing mostly folk and country music. Together with his brother John Nedved was founded in 1972 by a group of hikers Toronto, which was later renamed Brontosauři. After their dissolution goes to Francis Sprirituál Quintet. Later, the group Brontosauři again put together and published a very successful album to rock stone. Since 1997 Francis has a freelance writer and works on his own projects.For Tickets, Visit GoOut.cz 380 CZK Country
Sabaton + Amaranthe +
Apocalyptica 19:00 @ O2 Arena
Českomoravská 17
Swedish band Sabaton have been a major force in the power metal field since the mid‘00s, but had to battle through significant difficulties to get there, which may explain their eventual creative obsession with everything war-related. Originally founded in 1999 and comprised of Joakim Brodén, Rickard Sundén, Oskar Montelius, Daniel Myhr, Pär Sundström, and Richard Larsson, the enterprising group quickly produced two demo tapes that were later released in a limited edition as Fist for Fight in 2002. But after inking a deal with Italian label Underground Symphony, Sabaton saw their first would-be official album, Metalizer, inexplicably held out of the marketplace for a full two years. Tired of waiting, the members of Sabaton, once again took matters into their own hands, and financed the recording of another album, Primo Victoria, which was officially released in 2005 by the Black Lodge label. It also opened the floodgates for a slew of popular singles and battle metal LPs to follow, including 2006’s Attero Dominatus, 2008’s The Art of War, and 2010’s Coat of Arms, all of them bursting at the seams with historic and mythical chronicles of battle set to anthemic power metal. ~ Eduardo 790 to 1390 CZK Metal
The Murder Capital + support: Junior Brother 20:00 @ Underdogs’ Ballroom &
Bar Nádražní 3
.For Tickets, Visit GoOut.cz 320 CZK
Friday, January 31 Timeless
19:00 @ The State Opera
Wilsonova 4, 110 00 Praha 1-Vinohrady
This performance goes beyond the limits of time not only with its name but also with its perfect ballet forms, pure beauty and breathtaking effect of contemporary dance.
The Little Prince
20:00 @ The New Stage - Narodni
Divadlo Národní 1393/4, 110 00 Nové Město
One of the best known stories of global modern literature on stage
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