The Prague Visitor - July 2016 by The Prague Visitor

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JÚNÍUS MEYVANT

16. 8. 16 • Riegrovy sady, Praha

18. 8. 16 • Forum Karlín, Praha

5. 9. 16 • La Loca, Praha

WOLF ALICE

with special guest Gengahr

US THE DUO

6. 9. 16 • Palác Akropolis, Praha

15. 10. 16 • Lucerna Music Bar, Praha

“PURPOSE”

DANIEL SLOSS

WELCOME TO NIGHT VALE with special guest Disparition

18. 10. 16 • Divadlo U Hasičů, Praha

AVAILABLE PILOTS NOW. TWENTY ONE

with special guest Kai Humphries

THE LUMINEERS

4. 11. 16 • Tipsport Arena, Praha

6. 11. 16 • Divadlo U Hasičů, Praha

20. 11. 16 • Velký sál Lucerna, Praha

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Whether you’re visiting Prague on vacation or you’re a long time resident, we think you’ll find plenty to do this month in the following pages. In addition to our magazine, be sure and check out our website, www.thevisitor.cz, where you’ll find even more information on nightlife, events and restaurants. Speaking of, hop online and visit our friends and contributors including GoOut.cz, Humans of Prague and Taste of Prague, as well as the amazing businesses who have advertised in The Prague Visitor. We hope you enjoy this month’s magazine, and we’ll see you out on the town!

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RODRIGUEZ The legendary American folk-rock singer-songwriter Rodriguez is a self-taught guitarist. In the mid seventies, his music got into radio stations in Australia and New Zealand. During this time he had no idea that in South Africa he gained the status of legendary folk-rock star, but then reports spread that he died on the stage during her concert. It turned out that musicians, as well as South African anti-apartheid activists had found inspiration in his lyrics and helped overthrow apartheid without even knowing it. There was a revelation that Rodriguez was alive and, in the late nineties, he’s career was reborn. His story is told in the movie “Searching for Sugar Man,” which in 2012 won an Oscar. The film prompted further fame Rodriguez in the US and his music today affects the whole world. His story is unique and a true testament of how fickle fame can be. On July 11 he’ll perform exclusively at Prague’s Forum Karlín. Tickets available at Go Out.cz. When: July 11, 2016, 7:00 PM Where: Forum Karlín Address: Pernerova 53, Praha 8 Price: 945 – 3175 CZK

EXCELENT MYSTIC SK8 CUP 2016 The first weekend in July features the Prague skateboard festival which celebrates their 22nd anniversary this year. Skateboarders from all over the world will come to Prague to compete. In adjacent zones you can relax, enjoy bands like Walls of Jericho and The Subways. There’s also DJs and exhibitions, culminating into nightly parties. When: July 1-3, 2016 Where: Mystic Skatepark Stvanice Address: Ostrov Štvanice 944, Praha 7 Price: 250-750 CZK

SCULpTURELINE The new open-air exhibition project Sculpturline is a unique opportunity to present sculptures and art objects to both citizens and visitors of the Czech capital in an attractive setting. Works by leading local & international artists interact directly with the city and invite you for a walk of discovery. The aim of the festival is to enrich the public space, offer a new view of the architectural context and, hopefully, become a new tradition. When: Every Friday at 9:30 PM Where: Various Locations in Prague.

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PRAGUE BURLESQUE AT THE ROYAL THEATRE Go back in time with Prague Burlesque, an exciting show set in a beautifull 1920s theater every Friday night. This Czech equivalent to the Moulin Rouge is sophisticated, has exquisite fashion, satirical humor and stories that men and women can easily identify with. The critically acclaimed show delivers an experience best described as a suspension of time and stereotypes in an unforgettable environment. The closest thing Doors open at 8:00 PM and the show starts at 9:30 PM. VIP and Gold (includes ½ bottle of champagne) tickets are also available. When: Every Friday at 9:30 PM Where: Royal Theatre Address: Vinohradská 48, Praha 2 Price: 590 – 1990 CZK

DIANA KRALL Canadian jazz pianist and singer Diana Krall has sold more than 15 million albums worldwide. With five Grammy Awards and having been at the top of the Billboard Jazz Albums eight times, this is sure to be an amazing show. She returns to Prague as part of her tour to showcase her new album, Wallflower, which was released in early 2015. Krall’s last Czech show at the Prague Congress Centre in 2012 had rave reviews and sold out. Krall will perform with a classic jazz formation with piano, guitar, bass and drums. When: July 3, 2016, 8:00 PM Where: Kongresové centrum Praha Address: 5. května 65, Praha 4 Price: 990 – 2,490 CZK

BEHIND THE DOOR Acrobats, actors, performers as well as musicians will fill the exhibition when the 8th Prague street theatre festival Behind the Door takes place. At the beginning of the festival you can see Swedish punk circus Burnt Out Punks. Their fire show is followed by an Italian clown and performer Matteo Galbusera, who has performed in Cirque du Soleil, or you can see Czech-Italian acrobatic duo Circo Frico. Other performances include legendary Polish company Teatr Osmégo Dnia and unusual musicians from Scena C. The show will start at 9:00 PM on Monday. Tuesday through Thursday the activities start at 5:00 PM with the main show at 9:00 PM as well. When: July 11 - 14, 2016, Mon: 9:00 PM, All other days: 5:00 PM Where: Prague Exhibition Grounds (Výstaviště Praha) Address: Areál Výstaviště, Praha 7 Price: Free admission

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DEVIL MAKES 3 California bluegrass and folk music group The Devil Makes Three brings their unique sound to Prague, with influences of various music styles such as ragtime, country, folk, and rock. The trio consists of guitarist and frontman Pete Bernhard, bassist Lucia Turino, and guitarist Cooper McBean. Despite having no drums, the band is still amazingly powerful - using their vocals to interwine accoustic instruments to bring music to life. Devil Makes 3 will be performing songs from their newest album “I’m a Stranger Here”. When: July 6, 2016, 8:00 PM Where: Futurum Music Bar Address: Zborovská 7, Praha 5 Price: 351 CZK

MIGHTY SOUNDS 2016 Mighty Sounds is a unique three-day music festival, which takes place every July. This festival, in it’s 12th year, with over international 120 bands playing punk and punk rock, rock’n’roll, hardcore, reggae, and more. But it’s not all music. There will be a wide range of other activities on hand as well, such as football, skim board, and workships. There’s food too. Mighty Sounds is an ecofriendly and socially conscious concert and the food offered will be heathly instead of junk food. When: July 22-24, 2016 Where: Letiště u Čápova dvora

IRON MAIDEN If you’re over 30, chances are we don’t need to tell you who Iron Maiden is. But for those of you who might not know, the band (who MTV hails as one of the “Top 10 Greatest Heavy Metal Bands of All Time”) has left their mark on rock history with a 35 year career of headbanging. The band is arrives in Prague as part of their 35 country wold tour. When: July 5, 2016, 7:00 PM Where: Eden Arena Address: U Slavie 1540/2a, Vršovice, Praha 10

TYLER THE CREATOR Tyler The Creator is an alternative rapper of the band Odd Future, songwriter, record producer, musician, graphic designer and music video director from California. The first time he tasted fame was, when The Los Angeles Times mentioned him in an article about “teenage boys in the streets” and a seventeen year old, who loves skateboards, music and fashion. Fast forward to last year he released the album Cherry Bomb, which charted even before the oﬃcial release date and features special guests on the album, such as Kanye West and Lil Wayne. When: July 6, 2016, 9:00 PM Where: Lucerna Music Bar Address: Vodičkova 36, Praha 1 Price: 650 CZK

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If you’ve read our blog before, you know we love breakfast and have written about breakfast in Prague before. We can’t honestly think of a better way to start the day in Prague than just relax, let it all hang out, have a scrumptuous breakfast and prepare for what the day has to offer. And because we like breakfast so much, we do fully realize that the “state of breakfast in Prague” is still not ideal. Just look at the thumbnails of the pictures we’ve taken: eggs, eggs and more eggs. Creative dishes for breakfast in Prague are rare and far apart. But things have been changing, as more people have become used to eating breakfast in Prague out over the weekends. Two years ago, getting breakfast on a Sunday did not require much thought. Today, you are out of luck if you don’t reserve tables ahead in many popular places. (So please do.) We believe and hope that the pictures for the next update of this post will offer

more variety. Fingers crossed. These are our favorite breakfast spots in Prague. (Special thanks go to our friends Honza and Pavla who shared many Sunday breakfasts with us, coming in super hungry and then waiting patiently as we take the perfect picture of each spread.)

Café Savoy

Vítězná 124/5, 150 00 Praha 5 257 311 562

Cafe Savoy still remains a Prague institution when it comes to breakfast, and we return to the Savoy whenever we want to start the day slow…

and have a light dinner later in the evening only. Despite the criticisms, the Savoy has quite a few things going for it: the art deco interior with lots of light inside adds a touch of sophistication to your morning gluttony. The crowd is a fascinating mix of elegantly dressed locals, US college students on study abroad programs and visitors from abroad. The pastry shop/bakery downstairs is an opportunity to watch your favorite Czech pastries in the making. A great selection of wines if you need them. Killer pastries (including the best vetrniks in Prague) and delicious croissants (if you come early) with excellent marmalades made in house. Book a table in advance (especially for weekend mornings) and have the French toast if you feel like sinning, or their brioche bread with ham and Gruyere cheese and a poached egg, or scrambled eggs or omelets any way you like them - all delicious! Jan swears by the “Savoy breakfast”: some breads, ham, cheese, soft-boiled egg, bundt cake and great (and not sweet) hot chocolate - all for very reasonable CZK 200. Not everything is ideal on Planet Savoy: they do have great beans

and equipment, but we are still not huge fans of their coffee. Also, the consistency of their 5-minute eggs can be all over the place. But hey, nobody’s perfect.

Misto

Bubenečská 12, 160 00 Praha Phone:727 914 535

The recently opened cafe (July 2015) near the Hradcanska subway stop closes the Doubleshot trilogy, completing Muj salek kavy and Alza cafe before them. And just like with the previous two cafes, it has become an instant success, and two weeks later, you need a reservation to have a Sunday breakfast at Misto. The breakfasts are similar to what

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you may know from Muj salek kavy: Eggs Florentine, a few other eggbased dishes, granola, pancakes and so on. We actually think that Misto’s food is a bit better than Muj salek kavy’s offering, partly thanks to the larger kitchen. Add to it the barista dream team they have there, and the expertise gathered from the previous two Doubleshot venues, and you got a well-oiled machine from the very start.

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Eska Pernerova 49, 186 00 Praha 8-Karlín Phone:731 140 884

Ever since it opened in late 2015, Eska has become our favorite place for weekend breakfast in Prague. It simply ticks too many boxes. It’s one of the best restaurants in Prague in its own right, and a place where great young chefs take advantage of a modern kitchen to create some solid egg-based breakfasts (including probably the best omelette in town, or the great poached eggs with fermented wheat), crunchy granola with dehydrated red beets and yoghurt, and many nice breakfast sets that take advantage of the bakery downstairs. On top of that, although being much more modern than Cafe Savoy, Eska’s breakfasts are clearly rooted in traditional Czech food, and many breakfast dishes served remind us of our grandmas. (Case in point: our moms love that place for breakfast.) Over the weekend, Eska is the place to eat in Prague if you want to go beyond your standard-issue eggs and bread weekends. During the week, the breakfast is limited to the wide selection of their breads with spreads and toppings, but they will make you an omelette or another egg dish to order. Wish it all down with the solid coffee: they offer both filter coffee and espresso-based drinks, and the coffee is generally pretty good. All in all, this is a winner and the new King of Prague Weekend Breakfast in our book. 10

Getting breakfast on a Saturday farmers market is actually a very fine idea in our book. Our most favorite one, the Naplavka market on Prague’s riverside, offers fantastic coffee from BrewBar and Kavovy klub (that runs Kafe Karlin and Kafe Kolej), yoghurt by the Krasolesi farm if you want one, a hot meal, and more kolachees, donuts and cakes than anyone could handle And eating breakfast al fresco is good for you. The other farmers’ markets in Prague offer good breakfast options too, from the burgers, galettes and Raclette sandwiches at the Dejvice market to the kolachees and sausages at the Jirak market. And good coffee can be had in all of these stops, so they’ve got that covered, too. But the real reason to come is the atmosphere: you get to meet relaxed Prague locals just meeting friends or enjoying the weekend, leaving stress at home. And they’re strategic points for further exploration of the surrounding districts. Prague farmers markets are one of the best things to do in Prague, and the fact that they serve breakfast is a nice bonus.

Muj salek kavy Křižíkova 386/105, 186 00 Praha Phone:725 556 944

Muj salek kavy, the Karlin-based cafe, is, first and foremost, a shrine of coffee, namely coffee by the Doubleshot roasters that own the place. (Just look next door and you’ll see their barista training centre that also houses coffee classes for the public.) That said, over the years, Muj salek kavy has become a very popular meeting spot that

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serves light meals, daily soup and… breakfast. We hate to repeat ourselves but getting a table for Sunday breakfast is nearly impossible so make sure you have a reservation, especially for their wonderful outdoor tables under the leafs on the calm street outside (that are still kept smoking-free, which is great). Muj salek kavy is not a place we visit for high-end cuisine, but the kitchen has improved, the bakery produces arguably the best gluten-free bread we tried in Prague (if you need it), and the value of the cafe really lies elsewhere: it is one of those spots for a trouble-free Sunday breakfast in a lazy atmosphere and with top-notch coffee served by friendly and smiling staff that clearly get along very well together. And you need that on a Sunday morning. (Although they can get busy busy busy, so prepare to wait a bit on Sundays.)

Café Lounge Plaská 615/8, 150 00 Praha 5 - Malá Strana Phone:257 404 020

If coffee is an important part of your breakfast, then Café Lounge, just a few steps off Café Savoy, might tickle your fancy. Again, getting a table on a Sunday morning without a reservation is akin to a miracle, so book ahead, if only for their wonderful backyard tables open during the summer. They have revamped their breakfast menu and shifted their focus on egg dishes, although they also serve sandwiches and bagels for breakfast. Too bad some of our eggs were overdone compared to what we order, so make sure you make it clear how exactly you want your eggs done. Also, their selection of classic Czech baking products is great, so if you want sweet buns or kolachees just like our grandma used to make them, this is a good place to order. Fresh juices and a wide selection of teas are also available for the noncoffee drinkers, but coffee is our choice of drink at the Lounge: both espresso and filter from a variety of European roasters. Breakfast is served until 11am from Monday

to Friday, and until 5pm over the weekend.

Bottegas We are including four places under “Bottegas”: the Bottega di Finestra in Platnerska street, Bottega Bistroteka in Dlouha street, Bottega in Tusarova street in the Holesovice district, and La Gastronomica di Aromi by the TV Tower. All these bistros from Riccardo Lucque’s empire of Italian eateries share a very similar style, demographic and menus. They serve a few breakfast dishes but all off them are of good quality, and they make full use of their shared bakeries and the pastry shop over at Tusarova (although we rarely go for them). You can even buy some prosciutto and cheeses at the counter, or choose some of their salads that are clearly inspired by Yottam Ottolenghi. We also can’t understand why they put confectionary sugar on the fruit salad. What is up with that? However, where they really excel - and what brings us back again and again - is their Eggs Benedict, probably the best in town. They are always good, and the last time we had them over at La Gastronomica, the eggs were made sous-vide, which guarantees they are perfectly cooked. All the Bottegas are high-end and the styling is modern and cool, and most of the places are pleasant enough that you’d want to just continue with their wines and lighter dishes for lunch. We like their newest branch at Tusarova the best, but La Gastronomica has outdoor tables, which is a plus in the summer.

Home Kitchen

Jungmannova 734/8, 110 00 Praha 1 Phone:734 714 227

The “original” Home Kitchen used to be a small and intimate place that

really feels like home. But you won’t get breakfast there anymore, because it has been recently converted to an espresso bar. That said, the three new locations of Home Kitchen, all of them much larger, follow the same formula: nice, cosy, mostly wood-cladded interiors with some comforting food served by friendly staff. And that’s a winning formula. The central location is absolutely stunning, yet “below the radar”: just make sure you check out their “club room” in the back. The Holesovice and Andel locations occupy bigger premises in newly-developed buildings. All of the locations share the same menu: apart from eggs, you can also get pancakes and good bread with several toppings, or choose from a daily selection of three soups served with bread and flavored olive oil. Great egg dishes and sweet breakfasts, too, with lighter meals and salads throughout the rest of the day. All of the venues open really early, too. The only downside is that tap water is not served with your meal, but we still like Home Kitchen a lot.

eclectic mix of loud Czech and foreign businessmen and B-list celebrities who come here after shopping Louis Vuitton and Prada in the nearby Parizska street. It makes for an interesting peoplewatching session, but we love to just get back into their non-smoking section, take a few of the high-end real estate magazines available for reading, and just watch the mansions for sale and the people who probably live in them eating their eggs. (A side note and a big complaint: we don’t understand why the non-smoking section at Vezenska is much smaller and clearly inferior to the smoking section. It should clearly be the other way around.) Both locations offer a nearly identical menu: their breakfast sets are a terrific value and consist of good-quality components. We love the soft-boiled eggs with Parmeggiano cheese or fried eggs with spinach and their granola with fresh fruits, for instance. Later in the day, they focus on lighter, pasta-based dishes and salads. They also offer a nice selection of Czech pastries made over at Cafe Savoy, and some Italian sweets. The mascarpone with raspberries is served in all the Italian venues of the Ambiente group, but their version is the best.

of Italy in Prague: a well-stocked shop with all the hams, cheeses, olive oils and wines you may want, an Italian bakery, a fish shop, a cafe, vegetable and a gelato shop all wrapped around a central “market” area where you can eat it all. And now they started serving breakfast, too. Think lots of egg dishes, some with speck and ham or cheese from the shop, along with Italian croissants (which means they’re too sweet to us) and sandwiches. The place is great if you want to see aﬄuent locals feed their families in a happy, cheery environment. Worth the detour from the city centre? Yes if you love Italian food, and if you are in the Vysehrad fortress area: just walk across the railway bridge, turn left and after a three-minute walk along one of the ugliest streets in Prague, you’re there.

Kodaňská 553/37, 101 00 Praha Phone:604 329 904

Wine Food Market Strakonická 948/1, 150 00 Praha 5 733 338 650

Vodičkova 676/8, Nové Město,110 00 222 231 869

Oh, Pastacaffé. You either love it or you hate it, and we fall into both camps at times. You can choose between two branches: for a bit of normality, choose the branch at Vodickova street near the Wenceslas sq. But for a full-on visual effect and experience, the one at the Vezenska street (in the Spanish synagogue building) is hard to beat: the recently retouched place attracts an

When Jan’s cousin Marienka came to visit from Rome with her boyfriend Giuseppe, she brought “the best Italian food she loves and cannot be had elsewhere” as a gift. So we took her to the Wine Food Market in the Smichov area. She will never be buying anything for us again: they had pretty everything she brought along. Wine Food Market truly is like a bit

The Farm Urban KITCHEN & COFFEE Korunovacni 17, Prague 170 00 773 626 177

Café Jen

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without a reservation is a feat. Their breakfast sets change every weekend but always seem to include some eggs. We like their “Misa” dessert made of sweet curd cheese and chocolate, one of our favorite guilty pleasures in Prague. Add decent coffee from beans sourced mostly from Has Bean and Moravian wines by glass from the Hrdina and dcera winery (incl. their own signature Cuvee Jen), and you’re up for a troublefree start to your Sunday.

Café Jen has recently celebrated their second anniversary. Started as a cute, little cafe near the Grebovka vineyard and the hipster heaven that is the Krymska street by Domca and Hanca, two college students and friends hailing from Brno, Jen has now grown into a young adult: it is still cute but shows signs of maturity, too. It is not a place that will win Michelin stars any time soon. The kitchen is not a truly professional facility by any means. Still, the welcoming, “where-everybodyknows-your-name” spirit and atmosphere and the focus on breakfast served all day has remained. And people have noticed: the place tends to be jam-packed on Sundays and getting a seat outside during the summer

Is the Farm a place we would travel across the city just to have breakfast? Probably not. Still, if you’re somewhere in the area (and by the area, we mean the Letna district in the vicinity of the Sparta stadium) and want to have breakfast in a friendly venue that shows all the symptoms of a hipster cafe (Palettes? Check. Rusty bike on a wall? Check. Refurbished espresso machine in a glass see-through box? Check. We could go on.), this might be a place you might enjoy. The breakfasts menu is a standard affair: some egg dishes, a fruit salad, pancakes and so on. We would skip the French toast: it does not stand up in comparison to the Cafe Savoy version. Still, the owner who never seems to leave the shop in daylight is very nice and accommodates all your quirky requests with a smile. They do try with their coffee and offer better than most, and their outdoor tables are quiet and nice. And if you haven’t had enough, you can continue with tea and cheesecake in the Alchymista cafe around the corner for a filling, and satisfying, Sunday morning that spills into the afternoon.

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Calendar J U LY 2016

Exhibitions Invisible Exhibition

Through December 31, 2016 New Town Hall (Noveměstská radnice) Karlovo náměstí 1/23, Praha 2 Mon – Fri: 12.00 – 20.00, Sat – Sun: 10.00 – 20.00, entrance fee 50 CZK The Invisible Exhibition in Prague is a unique interactive journey to an invisible world, where in total darkness you find your way out only by touch, sounds and scent. You will be led by blind or partially sighted people through 7 different furnished places. Tours start every 15 minutes. Pre-book to avoid waiting.

Blanka Matagi: Timeless/ Return of the Phoenix

Through December 30, 2017 Municipal House (Obecní dům) Náměstí Republiky 5, Praha 1 10.00 – 19.00, entrance fee 260 CZK The world-famous fashion designer, Blanka Matragi, is coming to the Municipal House with a new exhibition, following up on her successful exhibition in 2006. This exhibition is held in the Gaming Parlours and will present primarily dresses and accessories.

Vital Art Nouveau 1900

Through July 31, 2016 Municipal House (Obecní dům) Náměstí Republiky 5, Praha 1 Open daily: 10.00 – 19.00, entrance fee 150 CZK The exhibition will present a selection of the most outstanding works of Czech and European Art Nouveau art from the holdings of the Museum of Decorative Arts in Prague. The display will explore the Art Nouveau aesthetic both in terms of modern artist designers’ creative ambitions and the new zest for life that swept society as a whole. A self-service multimedia tablets presentation will be available to visitors, which will provide further information on selected items on view, their creators and the period context.

Madame Tussauds Prague

Through October 30, 2016 Wax Museum Prague Celetná 6, Praha 1 Open daily: 10.00 – 21.00, entrance fee 160 CZK This special exhibition is the first exhibition by Madame Tussaud’s in Central and Eastern Europe. Visitors have the opportunity to get a glimpse into

the world of film and meet face to face with the most popular stars of the silver screen. The figures are freely accessible – you can get close to your idols, touch them, take a picture with them or perhaps sit in the director’s chair and co-direct with Tarantino.

Titanic

Through July 10, 2016 Exhibition Centre Prague Letňany Beranových 667, Praha 9 Open daily, entrance fee 300 CZK weekdays, 350 CZK weekends The Titanic exhibition truly depicts historical connections, social and political situation in the Czech Republic and the rest of the world during the beginning of the 20th century. You will see hundreds of original artifacts saved from the famous Titanic wreck. Range of exhibits contains parts of ship’s equipment, various furniture pieces, porcelain and passengers’ personal items (such as jewelry, purses or clothing).

Taryn Simon

Through July 10, 2016 Galerie Rdolfinum Alšovo nábřeží 12, Praha 1 Entrance fee 120 CZK New York artist Taryn Simon creates elaborate classifications of obscurities that sometimes hide in plain sight. In a time when we increasingly define ourselves by things, it is mostly objects, not people or situations, that are featured in her photographs. If they ever inhabit her art, humans usually succumb to the role of variables in larger, dominating systems. Simon’s work questions the modes of representation.

Sculpture Line 2016

Through September 30, 2016 Various Locations in Prague The new open-air exhibition project SCULPTURE LINE is a unique opportunity to present sculptures and art objects to both citizens and visitors of the Czech capital in an attractive setting. Prague itself provides the best exhibition place, be it frequented areas or less-expected locations, both in the centre and outskirts of the metropolis. Works of art by leading local & international artists interact directly with the city and invite you for a walk of discovery. .

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Concerto Glassico 2016 / The Czech Art of Glass

Through August 28, 2016 Tuscany Palace Hradčanské nám. 5, Praha 1 Open daily: 10.00 – 18.00, free admission Concerto Glassico 2016 is the name of the project in support of the Czech glass and glass jewelry making industry. There’s a special focus on Prague and the traditional centres of the production.

Richard Koči: Swirling Dust

Through August 31, 2016 Dox Centre for Contemporary Art (Centrum současného umění DOX) Poupětova 1, Praha 7 The Swirling Dust exhibition will feature sculptor Richard Kočí’s most recent work, which in recent years has been moving away from monumental wooden sculptures dominated by architectural rationality, towards shapes distinguished by playful colors and organic polymorphism.

Enacting Stillness: An Exhibition in Nine Parts

Through August 28, 2016 MeetFactory Ke Sklárně 3213/15, Praha 5 Enacting Stillness includes a group of visual and performance artists who are engaged with stillness, stoppage, and slowing down in the context of performance. Artists in the exhibition employ gestures that involve turning away, inward, and upward, upending our expectations for the continuity of dance and theatrical compositions and lines of movement and thought. Enacting Stillness considers the political and emotional potential that these unexpected ruptures might mean to both the artist and the viewer.

Dreams and Reality: 30 Years of Architecture in the Collections of the National Gallery in Prague Through September 19, 2016 National Gallery in Prague – Veletržní Palace Dukelshých hrdinů 47, Praha 7 The exhibition on the occasion of the 30th anniversary of the establishment of the Architecture Collection of the National Gallery in Prague will introduce visitors to how the collection was built up from the very ﬁrst purchases, will capture its division into individual subsections and present its most important ﬁgures.

All Hail Sports!

Through September 19, 2016 Dox Centre for Contemporary Art (Centrum současného umění DOX) Poupětova 1, Praha 7 ALL HAIL SPORT! will be the DOX Centre’s main exhibition of the 2016 summer season. Covering an area of 1230 square meters, it will feature works and projects by over 40 contemporary Czech artists reﬂecting their relationship with sport from 1945 until the present day. The exhibition will feature paintings, drawings, prints, photographs, collages, sculptures, and installations by famous names as well as lesser-known artists.

Opera Festival: The Prague Summer Nights

Through July 10, 2016 Various Locations in Prague The Prague Summer Nights Young Artists Music Festival is returning to Prague for the second time this summer. The main event will be a production of Mozart’s Don Giovanni under the stage direction of American baritone, Sherrill Milnes and the music directorship of John Nardolillo. Festival participants are from the United States, England, Germany, Korea, Canada, China, Mexico, Portugal, Russia, Australia, Chile and Denmark and are from top music conservatories and universities such as the Juilliard School and many others.

Behind the Door

July 11 Through July 14, 2016 Prague Exhibition Grounds (Výstaviště Praha) Areál Výstaviště, Praha 7 Mon: 21.00, All other days: 17.00, Free admission Acrobats, actors, performers as well as musicians will fill the exhibition when the 8th Prague street theatre festival Behind the Door takes place. At the beginning of the festival you can see Swedish punk circus Burnt Out Punks. Their fire show is followed by an Italian clown and performer Matteo Galbusera, who has performed in Cirque du Soleil, or you can see Czech-Italian acrobatic duo Circo Frico. Other performances include legendary Polish company Teatr Osmégo Dnia and unusual musicians from Scena C.

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Excelent Mystic Sk8 Cup    Mystic Skatepark Štvanice

Ostrov Štvanice 944, Praha 7

 Festivals |  Theater

Friday, July 1, 5:00 PM Lucie  Eden Aréna

Friday, July 1, 8:00 PM Maly princ  Nová scéna Národního divadla

Czech rock music group Lucie’s 2016 grand tour to celebrate the 30th birthday of the band. July 1, 2016, 7:00 PM

This production combines acting, dancing, music, song, and film to bring a children’s story, The Little Prince, to life. It will feature German and English subtitles.

La Fabrika

Friday, July 1, 8:00 PM

This show features short comedic and tragic stories created by students.

Rock Café

Komunardů 30, Praha 7

Friday, July 1, 7:00 PM La Traviata  Státní opera Wilsonova 4, Praha 1

La Traviata is one of the most popular titles of the State Opera. It will be staged in Italian with Czech and English subtitles. Friday, July 1, 7:00 PM

Ritchie Blackmore & Candice Night   Velky sál Lucerna

Štěpánská 61, Praha 1

Národní 4, Praha 1

Friday, July 1, 7:00 PM Valmont  Stavovské Divaldo Ovocny trh 1, Praha 1

Valmont is a ballet production that will oscillate between dance theatre and drama. Choreographer Libor Vaculík

Prague Burlesque at the Royal Theatre

Trivium + support  Národní 20, Praha 1

American metal band Trivium will present their latest album, Silence In The Snow, at the club Rock Café. Friday, July 1, 8:00 PM

Zastodeset + Wosa + Cokoliv  Modrá Vopice

K Žižkovu 1, Praha 9

3 different pop/rock bands will perform at Modrá Vopice Music Club. Kč 80 entry. Friday, July 1, 9:00 PM Balkan Bashavel  Tiskárna na Vzduchu Výstaviště 415, Praha 7

Agharta Jazz Centrum

Strife is an American punk band based out of Los Angeles. Suppresser from Slovakia will join them.

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Concert dedicated to the popular swing songs by Czech composers of the 60s and contrasted with popular American jazz songs in English.

Friday, July 1, 7:00 PM

Chaloupeckého 7, Praha 6

Reduta Jazz Club

Balkan Bashavel features different music from gypsy to carribean. Live bands, fortune-telling, and food trucks.

Strife + Suppresser 

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Národní 20, Praha 1

The music of the Middle Ages merges romanticism and mysticism into a unique style. The band will be presenting material from previously released albums.

007 Strahov

Friday, July 1, 7:30 PM

Famous Swing Melodies 

The Best Of Nonverbal Hamu  

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focuses on delicate portrayals of the protagonists’ nature.

The first weekend in July features the Prague skateboard festival which will celebrate their 22nd anniversary this year. In the adjacent zone of relaxation there will be concerts of local and foreign bands, DJs, exhibitions, entertainment partners, and an evening party.

U Slavie 1540/2a, Praha 10

Friday, July 1, 9:00 PM

František Kop Quartet  Železná 16, Praha 1

This Quartet has a wide stylistic range inspired by multiple musical influences including blues, funk and latin. Friday, July 1, 9:00 PM

Lucca + Orbith + Orbith + others  Storm Club

Tachovské náměstí 7, Praha 3

DJ Lucca and Orbith are featured in South Moravian’s largest dance festival, PRIGL. Friday, July 1, 9:00 PM

Pss Pss 

Friday, July 1, 9:15 PM

La Fabrika

Komunardů 30, Praha 7

Simone Fassari and Camilla Pessi escaped from circus performances to create Pss Pss. With 15 international awards, the show reaches the audience in an unique and charming way. Friday, July 1, 9:00 PM

Tonny Blues Band & hosté 

Blues Sklep

Liliová 10, Praha 1

Tonny Blues Band is a group founded in 1997, and consists of experienced musicians of our music scene. Blues fans will certainly enjoy accompanying American singer Kaia Brown. Friday, July 1, 9:00 PM

Blue Box Heroes feat. Petr Dvorsky  Jazz Republic

Jilská 1a, Praha 1

Roman Pokorný is considered one of the most important Czech guitar players of the decade. He is accompanied by Petr Dvorsky on the bass and drums. Friday, July 1, 9:15 PM Charlie Slavík  Jazz & Blues Club Ungelt Týnská ulička 2, Praha 1 Charlie Nightingale is one of the most respected players on the harmonica in the Czech Republic who has soloed in many European and American bands.

Vojtěch Eckert Trio feat. Dana Vrchovská 

Friday, July 1, 9:30 PM

Karmelitska 23, Praha 1

Vinohradská 48, Praha 2

Prague Burlesque Royal 

U Malého Glena

Royal

Vojěch Eckert is a Czech pianist. The Trio has existed since 1982 and will be performing jazz styled music featuring Dana Vrchovská.

Prague Burlesque is an exciting show in a 1920s theater every Friday night. Beautiful costumes, huge props and fantastic music.

Friday, July 1, 9:00 PM Živé kvety  Vagon

Friday, July 1, 10:00 PM

Živé kvety is a Slovak rock group that was established in Bratislava in 1994. It is headed by singer, actress and writer Lucia Piussii.

Andrew Rayel is today’s leading talent in the trance scene which combines melody, harmony, energy and elements.

Palác Metro Národní 25, Praha 1

Andrew Rayel + Mio + others  Retro Music Hall

Francouzská 4, Praha 2

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Friday, July 1,10:00 PM

DJ Luis De Caesar 

Saturday, July 2,7:00 PM

Turandot 

Saturday, July 2,10:00 PM

Dance Exxtravaganza: Michael C + Hrusha + Frank Lucas 

Rock Café

Státní opera

DJ Luis De Caesar is one of the most successful DJs in the contemporary music scene.

The Persian fairy tale of Turandot from the collection of dervish Mokles’ Thousand and One Nights from the 17th century. Staged in Italian with Czech and English subtitles.

Francouzská 4, Praha 2

Saturday, July 2, 8:30 PM Romeo a Julie  Divaldo Hybernia

Saturday, July 2, 0:00 PM Love Hotel Revue ,  Royal

Národní 20, Praha 1

Friday, July 1, 10:00 PM

Maranatha Gospel Choir  Jazz Dock

Janáčkovo nábřeží 2, Praha 5

Maranatha Gospel Choir has been singing gospel music since 2005 and has actively performed all over the Czech Republic. Friday, July 1, 10:00 PM

Wilsonova 4, Praha 1

Náměstí Republiky 3/4, Praha 1

A ballet of Romeo and Juliet, one of the most famous love stories in the history of world drama.

Tom Holič + Click Joe (Disco Møreti)  Cargo Gallery

Národní 20, Praha 1

Andrew Lee Davison comes from the US but has lived in Prague since 1991. He collaborates with many in the jazz circuit. Friday, July 1,12:00 AM Rockotéka  Vagon

Palác Metro Národní 25, Praha 1

Rockotéka is a rock music discoteque that starts at midnight and goes late into the night. Free entry.

Saturday, July 2, 9:00 PM A-Cray  Storm Club

Tachovské náměstí 7, Praha 3

A-Cray is a drum and bass DJ and producer from Slaný. Saturday, July 2, 9:00 PM The Hospital  La Fabrika Komunardů 30, Praha 7

Helga Davis, Jiří Bartovanec: Raise Your Voice 

In a remote hospital, three nurses try to endure the lack of patients by injuring, then treating each other, performing their duties on themselves as an alternative to the real thing. Not a healthy activity, but it passes the time.

Kubelíkova 27, Praha 3

Saturday, July 2, 9:00 PM

Saturday, July 2,10:00 AM

Palác Akropolis

This workshop is led by vocalist Helga Davis and choreographer Jiří Bartovanec. Participants will focus on the relationship between movement and voice, which can be achieved through simplicity. Saturday, July 2, 2:00 PM

Dance Exxtravaganza will feature three different house music artists with variations including trance, electro, and nu-disco.

Eponine is a blending of two bands; Crash Road and Final Fiction. The sound is promised to be the best of both formerly successful bands in the form of new songs.

Vinohradská 48, Praha 2

Love Hotel Revue combines together circus numbers with burlesque, magic and side-shows.

Petra Brabencová & Marek Urbánek Q 

U Malého Glena

Karmelitska 23, Praha 1

Petra Brabencová’s quartet focuses solely on interpreting famous jazz standards, and is accompanied by excellent musicians from the newly emerging generation of Czech jazz.

Videorockotéka is a rock music discoteque that starts at midnight and goes late into the night. Free entry. Sunday, July 3, 3:00 PM

Sunday, July 3, 9:00 PM Acoustic Cabinet  Jazz Republic

La Fabrika

A theater workshop designed for semiprofessionals and theater students. It will be conducted in English.

Modrá Vopice

K Žižkovu 1, Praha 9

DLGNC Promotion presents Endlessly Restless Fest, Extreme Summer Party featuring multiple hardcore and metal bands.

This concert at Vagon will feature two glam rock bands, Psí kšíry and Sweet Leopard, and one indie band called Livingstone. Saturday, July 2, 9:15 PM The Bladderstones  Jazz & Blues Club Ungelt Týnská ulička 2, Praha 1

Czech musical group,The Bladderstones, mix in hard Texas blues with obvious references to the classics of the genre, and possess an intimate knowledge of the specific arrangements of jazz standards.

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Jilská 1a, Praha 1

Sunday, July 3, 5:00 PM

Accoustic Cabinet presents acoustic music in the evening in a soft and intimate setting.

Jazz Dock

Sunday, July 3, 9:00 PM

Nedělní dixie: Revival Swing Band  Janáčkovo nábřeží 2, Praha 5

Revival Swing Band plays Dixieland music along with mainstream, swing, and boogie-woogie. RSB plays music by C. Basie, Ellington E., L. Armstrong, B. Clayton and Czech artists.

Clever Quiz - a fun game club for clever minds. In teams up to 8 players, come up with the best answers to win.

Palác Metro Národní 25, Praha 1

5. května 65, Praha 4

Komunardů 30, Praha 7

Vagon

Psí kšíry + Sweet Leopard + Livingstone 

Sunday, July 3, 8:00 PM Diana Krall ,  Kongresové centrum Praha World jazz star Diana Krall will be performing live versions of songs from her latest album Wallflower.

Performing at Cross Club, multiple artists will be performing techno, house, and electronic music including Loefah, others, DJ Alyaz, and more.

Howl + Neurotic Machinery + others 

Kukui Trio provides spicy, yet digestable jazz music. With an Israeli jazz background and Middle East influences, the trio plays original compositions that are suited for all music lovers.

Jo Strømgren Kompani (Hospital): Workshop 

Saturday, July 2, 9:00 PM

Saturday, July 2,4:00 PM

U Akademie 366/11, Praha 7

Palác Metro Národní 25, Praha 1

Cross Club

Plynární 23, Praha 7

Sunday, July 3, 7:30 PM Kukui Trio  Café Lajka

Saturday, July 2, 12:00 AM Videorockotéka  Vagon

Sunday, July 3, 7:00 PM Kvíz  Café V lese

Deep Beat Avantgarde: Loefah + others 

K Žižkovu 1, Praha 9

Milan Kroka is a band focused around the keyboardist and vocalist Milan Steps. It presents a mix of styles such as soul, pop, gypsy, and rumba with lyrics in Romani.

Friday, July 1,10:00 PM

Reduta Jazz Club

Modrá Vopice

Janáčkovo nábřeží 2, Praha 5

Tom Holić will perform live as well as Czech DJ Click Joe (Disco Møreti). Free Entry.

Vít Fiala X–tet & Andrew Lee Davison 

Retro Music Hall

Saturday, July 2, 10:00 PM Milan Kroka  Jazz Dock

Rašínovo nábřeží, Praha

Sunday, July 3, 7:00 PM

Public Relations + Lili Vilit + Eponine 

Emil Viklicky Trio feat. Miroslav Hloucal 

Jazz Dock

Janáčkovo nábřeží 2, Praha 5

Pianist and composer Emil Viklicky is one of the most prominent figures of the local music scene. His trio plays mainly authorial compositions and arrangements of modern jazz standards.

Krymská 12, Praha 10

Sunday, July 3, 7:00 PM

Prague Proms 2016: Hollywood Night Classic 

Obecní dům

Náměstí Republiky 6, Praha 1

Hollywood Night Classic presents the music of international composers across the centuries appearing in films.

Sunday, July 3, 9:00 PM Loukaband  Blues Sklep Liliová 10, Praha 1

Loukaband is a folk rock band of four experienced and enthusiastic musicians, who have a rich musical history. Their

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Nevereasy + Hectic Cactus 

Vagon

Palác Metro Národní 25, Praha 1

Both Nevereasy and Hectic Cactus are rock/grunge bands. The concert will be at Vagon. Sunday, July 3, 9:00 PM Study  La Fabrika Komunardů 30, Praha 7

This performance depicts the feelings of shame through the expression of dance. Shame is evaluated on a physiological and pyschological basis.

 Festivals |  Theater

Agharta Jazz Centrum

The five members of Swingfonix are already experienced from playing in an Orchestra together for many years. They formed a band together, Swingfonix, which now plays big band styled music. Sunday, July 3, 9:15 PM

Adam Tvrdý Crossover  Jazz & Blues Club Ungelt

Týnská ulička 2, Praha 1

Directed by Adam Tvrdý, one of the best Czech guitarists, along with Jakub Zomer on vocals, Adam Tvrdý Crossover combines blues and jazz to bring together unique qualities of sound.

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St. Johnny is the only band in the Czech Republic playing 1950s jump-blues. His raw vocal expression, guitar and a fondness for old appliances guarantee the authentic blues sound of his band. Monday, July 4, 9:15 PM Los Quemados  Jazz & Blues Club Ungelt Týnská ulička 2, Praha 1

Los Quemados is a jazz quintet, sometimes sextet, that plays fusion - a peppery blend of jazz with elements of funk, Latin, African music and bop. Monday, July 4, 10:00 PM Adam Tvrdý Trio  Jazz Dock

Hugo Toxxx + support: Yeezuz2020 + others 

The Devil Makes 3 The Devil Makes Three , 

Tuesday, July 5, 9:00 PM

Jiří Hála & Jazz Project 

Agharta Jazz Centrum Železná 16, Praha 1 Jiri Hala was born in Prague and leads the music group Jazz Project. Jazz Project is influenced by the contemporary jazz scene in New Orleans, where Jiří Hála recorded his album Make you wanna Hall with top musicians from the Big Easy. Tuesday, July 5, 9:15 PM

Storm Club Tachovské náměstí 7, Praha 3 Storm Club will host Hugo Toxxx + support and Yeezu2020, both rap and hip-hop artists. Also featured are DJs Frank Flames, Huclberry, Durt808, and MDMXBOY.

One of the most successful Czech producers, Forbbiden Society, presents his energetic show to fans of drum & bass worldwide. Monday, July 4, 2016, 9:00 PM Midnight Pilgrims  Jazz Republic

Luboš Andršt Blues Band  Jazz & Blues Club Ungelt Týnská ulička 2, Praha 1 Luboš Andršt is a versatile Czech guitarist and composer who draws his inspiration primarily from the blues and jazz genres. He appears with his Blues Band at the Jazz & Blues Club Ungelt. Tuesday, July 5, 10:00 PM Los Quemados  Jazz Dock Janáčkovo nábřeží 2, Praha 5 Jazz quintet, sometimes sextet, playing fusion - a peppery blend of jazz with elements of funk, Latin, African music, bop. They play mostly songs of their own creation. Wednesday, July 6, 6:00 PM

Tuesday, July 5,7:00 PM Iron Maiden ,  Eden Aréna U Slavie 1540/2a, Praha 10 Heavy-metal band, Iron Maiden, performs in the Czech Republic today as part of their world tour of “The Book of Souls”.

Wednesday, July 6, 9:00 PM

Adam Tvrdý Trio 

Agharta Jazz Centrum Železná 16, Praha 1 Adam Tvrdý is an expressive, multigenre guitarist who plays original compositions and original interpretations of jazz standards. The Trio uses a contract of sounds from the electric guitar and classical nylon string guitar.

Containall On the Road: Rwanda 

Besední úterý: O sběratelství z různých stran 

Topičův Salon Národní 9, Praha 1 Topičův Salon provides a forum with the aim to show that the quality of art and artists is not only about cultural institution but natural appreciation. The Salon is a place where remarkable artwork can be rediscovered.

Futurum Music Bar Zborovská 7, Praha 5 The Devil Makes Three is a bluegrass and folk music group from California. The band will be performing their new album I’m a Stranger Here.

Wednesday, July 6, 9:00 PM

Tuesday, July 5, 6:00 PM

Tachovské náměstí 7, Praha 3

The technical maturity of all members of the quartet, along with their enthusiasm and stylish engagement, cements Midnight Pilgrims as one of the most interesting performing groups of Czech jazz.

Agharta Jazz Centrum

Monday, July 4, 2016, 9:00 PM Forbidden Society  Storm Club

Jilská 1a, Praha 1

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Železná 16, Praha 1

Tuesday, July 5, TBA

Železná 16, Praha 1

Monday, July 4, 9:00 PM

Adam Tvrdý is an expressive, multigenre guitarist who plays original compositions and original interpretations of jazz standards. The Trio uses a contrast of sounds from the electric guitar and classical nylon string guitar.

Swingfonix & Petra Ernyei 

 Live DJ

St. Johnny 

Janáčkovo nábřeží 2, Praha 5

Sunday, July 3, 9:00 PM

Divadelní, filmová a hudební středa , 

Topičův Salon Národní 9, Praha 1 Small club performances linking the history of the Topic salon with contemporary scenes. Wednesday, July 6, 8:00 PM

Containall – Malá Strana Cihelná 4, Praha 1 Containall is a seasonal cultural center. This month’s performance, Rwanda, takes you through the story of Andrew who receives an invitation to a wedding in Rwanda which in turn becomes a two week adventure.

Wednesday, July 6, 9:00 PM Interitus + Kráter rock  Vagon Palác Metro Národní 25, Praha 1 Interitus is a symphony metal band from Pilsen, Czech Republic. Kráter rock will also be performing metal music at Vagon. Wednesday, July 6, 9:00 PM

Milan Svoboda Quartet 

Jazz Republic Jilská 1a, Praha 1 What do three legendary Czech jazz pianists Emil Viklicky, Milan Svoboda and Martin Kratochvil have in common? The question can be answered tonight when the Jazz Republic Milan Svoboda will perform with his quartet.

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Wednesday, July 6, 9:00 PM Tyler The Creator   Lucerna Music Bar Vodičkova 36, Praha 1 American rapper Tyler The Creator will perform for the first time in Prague at Lucerna Music Bar. Wednesday, July 6, 9:00 PM Zvrhlé duo + jeden  Jazz Dock Janáčkovo nábřeží 2, Praha 5 Poetry read along with a concert playlist. In this intimate setting, visitors can enjoy the lyrics and atmosphere. Wednesday, July 6, 9:30 PM

Ruchadze Band - Amsterdam Beyond 

Reduta Jazz Club Národní 20, Praha 1 Group Ruchadze Band was founded in the late sixties and seventies. They have reinvented themselves using their original success with blues and soul, adding spontanaity and energy to the original sound.

Wednesday, July 6, 10:00 PM Lafayette + Mio  Retro Music Hall Francouzská 4, Praha 2 Both being house music artists, Lafayette and Mio will bring exciting music to the Retro Music Hall. Thursday July 7, 6:00 PM

Komentovaná prohlídka vystavy Taryn Simon 

Galerie Rudolfinum Alšovo nábřeží 12, Praha 1 This is a guided tour of the exhibition by Taryn Simon, a New York artist who has worked in photography, text, sculpture and performance. The exhibit brings together six projects produced between 2007 and 2014. Thursday July 7, 6:00 PM Literární čtvrtek  Topičův Salon Národní 9, Praha 1 Interesting readings supplemented by projections as well as a book presentation which will be followed by discussion over the content and form of paintings.

Thursday July 7, 9:00 PM

Ozzy Osbourne Revival & Black Sabbath Revival  Vagon Palác Metro Národní 25, Praha 1 This Czech-Moravian revival of cult singer Ozzy Osborne features hits from Ozzy’s solo albums as well as the most famous songs of the early Black Sabbath. Thursday July 7, 9:30 PM

Milan Svoboda Quartet 

Reduta Jazz Club Národní 20, Praha 1 Milan Svoboda Quartet continues the tradition of modern jazz from the 60s and 70s with influences from rock, folk and contemporary music. The repertoire consists mainly of original compositions of Milan Svoboda and his original arrangements of world jazz literature.

Friday, July 8, 8:00 PM

Tomas Danielis: Suites 

Friday, July 8, 4:00 PM 3D printing basics  Makerslab Dělnická 43, Praha Makerslab is offering an innovative 3D printing workshop to learn how to turn the designs you imagine into physical things. The class goes step by step to show how the machines work and how to work them. This workship will be in English.

Blue Box Heroes 

Friday, July 8, 7:00 PM

Argesh + Nocturnal Pestilence + Errantes  Modrá Vopice K Žižkovu 1, Praha 9 Infernalismus proudly presents: SelfHatred featuring Argesh (black metal), Noctural Pestilence (black metal), Self-Hatred (black metal), and Errantes (death metal).

Thursday July 7, 7:00 PM

Stavovské Divaldo Ovocny trh 1, Praha 1 Prague Summer Nights: Young Artists Music Festival will present a new production of Mozart’s opera Don Giovanni. It will be directed by the legendary American baritone Sherrill Milnes and under the baton of John Nardolilla.

České muzeum hudby Karmelitská 2, Praha 1 Contemporary dance performance to the music of JS Bach Suites. The performance celebrates the fluidity of the music through the Dancer’s body and its ability to create communication between him and the audience. Friday, July 8, 9:00 PM

Jazz Republic Jilská 1a, Praha 1 Front man Roman Pokorný is considered one of the most important Czech guitar players of the decade. The music will portray how inspiring the connection may be between jazz techniques on the guitar and the bluesy feeling of the music. Friday, July 8, 9:00 PM Distant Bells  Vagon Palác Metro Národní 25, Praha 1 Distant Bells was formed in 2003 and has played several dozen concerts throughout Europe. They cover the songs of British band Pink Floyd. Friday, July 8, 9:00 PM Latin Wave  Agharta Jazz Centrum Železná 16, Praha 1 Latin Wave Jazz Band was founded by Alois Hedervarim. The band’s repertoire is mainly jazz music influenced by Cuban musicians. Friday, July 8, 9:00 PM

Neurofunk will never die: Agressor Bunx + others 

Storm Club Tachovské náměstí 7, Praha 3 Czech drum & bass scene is among the largest in the world and Neurofunk is a Czech crowd favorite. Featuring Drum’n’bass and House music artists.

Thursday July 7, 9:00 PM

adventure. Inside our tent you will see a fairy tale where everything is clearer and brighter.

Thursday July 7, 10:00 PM Libor Šmoldas Trio  Jazz Dock Janáčkovo nábřeží 2, Praha 5 From childhood, music enthusiast Libor Šmoldas was fascinated with the recordings of Charlie Parker. Consiquentially, this influenced the rock and blues sound in the jazz music that the Lobor Šmoldas Trio plays.

Don Giovanni 

Chuck’n’Gag Bluesband  Blues Sklep Liliová 10, Praha 1 Chuck’n’Gag Bluesband started in 2003 and has adopted the tendency to show off for the public. They are occassionally accompanied by various literary events and so on.

Tyler the Creator

Friday, July 8, 8:00 PM

Kouzelny cirkus 

Nová scéna Národního divadla Národní 4, Praha 1 Welcome to our miraculous circus where you can join two clowns following the mysterious beauty of Venus on an

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Friday, July 8, 10:00 PM

Jazz čtyř kontinetnů: Pedro Tagliani Quartet feat. Yvonne Sanchez 

Jazz Dock Janáčkovo nábřeží 2, Praha 5

Exceptional Brazilian guitarist with the group consisting of Pedro Tagliani (guitar), Thomas Jochmann (piano), Jan Jakubec (bass) and Marek Urbanek (drums). Friday, July 8, 10:00 PM

Sem Thomasson + Richard Reynolds + others 

Retro Music Hall

Francouzská 4, Praha 2

Retro Music Hall will feature four DJs playing house music including Sem Thomasson, Richard Reynolds, DJane Mejsi, and Hrusha. Saturday, July 9, 6:00 PM

Hudba Hradní stráže a Policie ČR  Španělský sál na Pražském hradě Pražský hrad, III. nádvoří, Praha 1

The final gala concert at the International Conference of Wäsby, the World Association of Wind Symphony Orchestras and Ensembles. Saturday, July 9, 7:00 PM

Oi! Punk Night: Spots + Aculeos + others  Modrá Vopice

K Žižkovu 1, Praha 9

Oi! Punk Nights concert will include hardcore punk artists, Spots and Aculeos, and two punk rock artists, Družba and Diverze. Saturday, July 9, 8:00 PM

ImProART a hudební duo Irena a Vojtěch Havlovi: Na křídlech motýla  České muzeum hudby

Karmelitská 2, Praha 1

Evening with a delicate balance between physicality of dance music and metaphysics with improvisation and live music. Saturday, July 9, 9:00 PM

Dark Side Of Blues Royal 

Jazz Republic

Jilská 1a, Praha 1

Roman Pokorný blues supergroup Dark Side Of Blue Royal combines jazz and blues. The result is enjoyment from immortal blues standards. Saturday, July 9, 9:00 PM

Motörreptile + Iron Made In  Vagon

Palác Metro Národní 25, Praha 1

Iron Made is a cover band for wellknown British band Iron Maiden. The

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revival aims to compliment the living heavy metal legend. Saturday, July 9, 9:30 PM

Groove Dock Jazz To Dance: Mr.Ultrafino + others 

Jazz Dock

Janáčkovo nábřeží 2, Praha 5

Mr.Ultrafino is a jazz / funk DJ with many years of musical experience. He is known for strictly playing vinyl on turntables. His sets mainly combines funk, soul and jazz from the 60s and 70s, but you can also hear disco, hiphop, Latino, reggae and unexpected rare pieces from around the world. Saturday, July 9,10:00 PM

Pietros + Milan Bílek + Hrusha 

Retro Music Hall

Francouzská 4, Praha 2

Three House music artists will play at Retro Music Hall’s dance floor. Sunday, July 10, 10:00 AM

Street Food Jam před Crossem  Cross Club

Plynární 23, Praha 7

Quality street food with 10-15 choices from all over the world. Entry is free. Sunday, July 10, 5:00 PM

Nedělní dixie: Dixieland Messengers  Jazz Dock

Janáčkovo nábřeží 2, Praha 5

The Dixieland Messengers were founded in1998 by trombonist Vaclav Fiala with the intention to build on the concept of jazz and blues music from classical New Orleans period. There are younger generations included which creates a mix of experience and confidence with energy and enthusiasm.

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This hipster punk duo will be performing live at the Street Food Jam on July 10th. Sunday, July 10, 9:00 PM Adam Tvrdý Trio  Agharta Jazz Centrum Železná 16, Praha 1

Adam Tvrdý is an expressive, multigenre guitarist who plays original compositions and original interpretations of jazz standards. The Trio uses a contract of sounds from the electric guitar and classical nylon string guitar.

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performance will take place July 11 at Prague’s Karlín Forum.

Blues Sklep

Monday, July 11, 8:00 PM

Liliová 10, Praha 1

Anna Vaverková invited great violinist Hipox to play in a concert together. Genre of music is pop. Sunday, July 10, 9:00 PM Midnight Pilgrims  Jazz Republic Jilská 1a, Praha 1

The leader of the band Midnight Pilgrims is keyboardist Jan Bálek. His passion for music hypnotizes the audience as well as his jazz improvisation beyond the usual boundaries of the genre.

Portrét benátsky: Les Folies Françoises + Patrick CohënAkenine + Daniela Skorka  Zámek Troja

U Trojského zámku 1, Praha 7

Three different classical artists, Les Folies Francoises, Patrick CohënAkenin, and Daniela Skorka, will be performing at the Troja Château.

Sunday, July 10, 9:15 PM St. Johnny  Jazz & Blues Club Ungelt Týnská ulička 2, Praha 1

St. Johnny is the only band in the Czech Republic playing 1950s jump-blues. The raw vocal expression, guitar and a fondness of this style provides for the authentic blues sound of this band. Sunday, July 10, 9:30 PM Prague Big Band  Reduta Jazz Club

Sunday, July 10, 12:00 AM Videorockotéka  Vagon

Palác Metro Národní 25, Praha 1

Videorockotéka is a rock music discoteque that starts at midnight and goes late into the night. Free entry. Monday, July 11, 7:00 PM Rodriguez ,  Forum Karlín Pernerova 53, Praha 8 The legendary American folk-rock singer-songwriter Rodriguez is known for his story as told in The Academy Award winning documentary called Searching for Sugar Man. His exclusive

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Letní slavnosti staré hudby 2016 ,  Praha – různá místa Praha

The 17th annual Letní slavnosti staré hudby 2016, or Summer Festivities of Early Music, offers the opportunity to explore the old music in new ways and be enchanted by the sounds of historical musical instruments in the interiors of Prague palaces and churches. Tuesday, July 12, 6:00 PM

Topičův Salon

Národní 9, Praha 1

Topičův Salon provides a forum with the aim to show that the quality of art and artists is not only about cultural institution but natural appreciation. The Salon is a place where remarkable artwork can be rediscovered.

Janáčkovo nábřeží 2, Praha 5

The ambitious jazz label Amplion Records issues record after record, and now again comes with the presentation and launch of another exciting project - Phoenix. Creative Producer Alexej Noah invented the Phoenix as a group of well-known musicians who gathered at a two-day session without any major preparations and recorded brand new musical material.

Besední úterý: O sběratelství z různých stran 

Sunday, July 10, 9:00 PM Phoenix  Jazz Dock

A modern Big Band featuring leading Czech jazz soloists. Milan Svoboda is the conductor with more than 30 years of experience. During this time, the orchestra experienced whole generations of great Czech jazz musicians.

Plynární 23, Praha 7

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Sunday, July 10, 9:00 PM

Anna Vaverková + host: Hipox pop 

Národní 20, Praha 1

Sunday, July 10, 8:00 PM Vasilův Rubáš  Cross Club

Monday, July 11, 9:00 PM Acoustic Cabinet  Jazz Republic

Tuesday, July 12,7:00 PM Sny  Nová Akropolis

Acoustic music in an evening concert in a softer, more intimate setting.

Sny is a lecture about what happens when we sleep, the physchology of dreams, and the unconscious experiences and prophesies of dreams.

Jilská 1a, Praha 1

Monday, July 11, 9:00 PM Hot Line  Agharta Jazz Centrum

Tuesday, July 12, 7:30 PM

Železná 16, Praha 1

Hot Line is a Czech jazz fusion band that is led by pianist, composer and arranger Jan Hala. Other members are drummer Michal Hejna, Rostislav Fras on the saxophone, bassist Zdenek “Wimpy” Tichota, and guitarist George Smith. Monday, July 11, 9:00 PM Kopsa & Skalicky  Blues Sklep

Carl Orff – Carmina Burana  Obecní dům

Náměstí Republiky 6, Praha 1

Carmina Burana by Carl Orff is one of the most important choral-instrumental works of the 20th century. Tonight’s unique performance will involve an extraordinary 300 vocalists from the USA and Czech Republic. Tuesday, July 12, 7:30 PM

Liliová 10, Praha 1

Michal Kopsa and Vašek Skalický are together again. They will be playing Modern Rock Blues in a semi-acoustic style. Monday, July 11, 9:15 PM Císař Band  Jazz & Blues Club Ungelt Týnská ulička 2, Praha 1

Císař band is a jazz-blues quartet of outstanding young musicians. It is headed by charismatic singer and bassist John Emperor. Monday, July 11, 10:00 PM Gwyn Ashton  Jazz Dock

Janáčkovo nábřeží 2, Praha 5

Varšavská 19, Praha 2

Gwyn Ashton is a blues living legend. This phenomenal guitarist and singer began his career in Australia for a decade then decided to win the hearts of blues fans elsewhere. He traveled to Europe and settled in England making it easier to play all over Europe.

Gondoly na Seině: Béatrice Martin  Clam-Gallasův Palác

Husova 20, Praha 1

Béatrice Martin is a harpsichordist, and a member and co-founder of the group Les Folies françoises. The concert will feature classical music. Tuesday, July 12, 8:00 PM

Bůh by řekl: bože, vy jste divný  MeetFactory

Ke Sklárně 15, Praha 5

This theatrical performance involves three siblings, after their parents die, looking for a new source of love. Tuesday, July 12, 9:00 PM Emil Viklicky Trio  Agharta Jazz Centrum Železná 16, Praha 1

Pianist and composer Emil Viklicky is one of the most prominent figures of the local music scene. His synthetic approach has long exceeded the boundaries of jazz. His trio will play an arangement of modern jazz standards.

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Tuesday, July 12,9:00 PM Live & Together  Jazz Republic Jilská 1a, Praha 1

The best that a jazz concert can offer its audience is a shared experience of musical improvisation. Concerts under the title LIVE & TOGETHER are a unique concept of meeting top Czech musicians at the club Jazz Republic. Tuesday, July 12, 9:15 PM

Petra Studená & Big Fun Band  Jazz & Blues Club Ungelt

Týnská ulička 2, Praha 1

Big Fun Band is a group of musicians active on the Czech art scene in the pop, rock, and jazz genres. It was founded with the intention to play music that appeals to both audience and band members. The repertoire features the popular songs of different genres, as well as Petra Studená’s own administration jazz standards. Tuesday, July 12,9:30 PM The Blues Story  Reduta Jazz Club Národní 20, Praha 1

The blues has deep roots in American history and this concert takes you through some of the different styles that have been popular throughout time. Some styles include traditional county blues from Mississippi, West Coast blues from Texas musicians, and Chicago blues. Tuesday, July 12, 10:00 PM

Vít Křišťan Trio & Oskar Török & Jiří Slavík 

Wednesday, July 13, 6:00 PM

Divadelní, filmová a hudební středa  

Topičův Salon

Národní 9, Praha 1

Small club performances linking the history of the Topic salon with contemporary scenes. Wednesday, July 13, 7:00 PM

Prague Proms 2016: Angélique Kidjo 

Obecní dům

Náměstí Republiky 6, Praha 1

Forbes Magazine singer and activist for West Africa is a truly enormous moral and artistic authority. Her respectful title of New Mama Africa, named after South African singer Mirian Makeba, connects with the music she will perform. Wednesday, July 13, 7:00 PM

Thirst For Grind: Piss Vortex + Human Cull + others 

Modrá Vopice

K Žižkovu 1, Praha 9

Thirst for Grind is a concert that features grind and grindcore music from artists across Europe.

Vit Kristan is a Czech jazz pianist who studied at the Jaroslav Jezek Conservatory and is currently studying jazz at the Music Institute in Copenhagen. Vít Křišťan presents music full of emotion, perfect harmony and improvisational genius. Wednesday, July 13, 12:00 PM Klamovka  Park Klamovka Park Klamovka, Praha 5

Two-part activity focusing on helping the body relax, and broaden and deepen the perception of all involved. First part is physical activity (regular clothes) from 12:00-14:00 in Park Klamovka. Second part is in restaurant Klamovka. Wednesday, July 13, 3:00 PM Boat 4 Wontanara  Loď Tajemství bratří Formanů

Rašínovo nábřeží u Výtoně, Praha 2

Boat 4 Wontanara is a fundraising event held on the riverside to support the adoption of African children. Wednesday, July 13, 5:00 PM

Best Practice Workshop  Karlín, Křižíkova 91a

Křižíkova 91a, Praha 8

The three-hour workshop focuses on the best practices in the field of startups. Topics of the workshop is based on the challenges, problems, and obstacles faced by the parties.

Wednesday, July 13, 9:15 PM

Mr. Crow Blues Band 

Obecní dům

Step back in time with Mr. Crow Blues Band, a Czech musical group that pays homage to African American musicians and their legacy. Their repertoire consists of old classics all the way up to contemporary blues.

Youth Orchestra of San Antonio, which features the best young musicians from south Texas, plays Symphony No. 8 by Dvorak and other pieces by Liszt and Ewazen.

Týnská ulička 2, Praha 1

Wednesday, July 13, 9:30 PM Jiří Hála – Jazz Project  Reduta Jazz Club

Jazz Republic, featuring musical group Adam Tvrdý with Milan Potocek on acoustic guitar and piano, Vit Svec on bass, and Marek Urbanek on drums and percussion.

Jiří Hála was born in Prague and leads the music group Jazz Project. Jazz Project is influenced by the contemporary jazz scene in New Orleans, where Jiří Hála recorded his album Make you wanna Hall with top musicians from the Big Easy.

Jilská 1a, Praha 1

Wednesday, July 13, 9:00 PM Mrakoplaš  Blues Sklep Liliová 10, Praha 1

Mrakoplaš is moving on the border between genres of blues, boogie and folk. Periodically, you can see them in Prague clubs, pubs and summer festivals. This band plays music spiced with the writer’s world-famous songs during the three-hour long show. Wednesday, July 13, 9:00 PM

Nine Treasures + Hakka Muggies  Vagon

Palác Metro Národní 25, Praha 1

Prague band, Hakka Muggies, established in 2002 combines folk tunes of Ireland, Scotland, and Britain with rock and occasional detours into metal and punk. Sometimes called “celtic rock”, the band has both male and female vocalists. Wednesday, July 13, 9:00 PM

Ondřej Kabrna & Flying Power 

Agharta Jazz Centrum Železná 16, Praha 1

Celebrate jazz with the Ondřej Kabrna Trio, featuring Czech jazz pianist Andrew Kabrna. Known for clean and clear sounds, sensitive work and dynamics, and an almost minimalist focus, the Kabrnovo Trio is markedly different from normal jazz productions.

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Thursday, July 14, 7:30 PM

Youth Orchestra of San Antonio 

Jazz & Blues Club Ungelt

Wednesday, July 13, 9:00 PM Blue Tones Society  Jazz Republic

Jazz Dock

Janáčkovo nábřeží 2, Praha 5

Angélique Kidjo

Národní 20, Praha 1

Wednesday, July 13, 10:00 PM Chris Sadler + Jayyare  Retro Music Hall Francouzská 4, Praha 2

Jayyare (Jozef Rams) is one of the resident DJ’s at Prague club Retro Music Hall, and dj’s every Friday on Expresradio 90.3FM as host of Starmix. He performs together with DJ Frank Lucas. Wednesday, July 13, 10:00 PM MaBaSo Trio  Jazz Dock Janáčkovo nábřeží 2, Praha 5

Mabasa Trio is a unique combination of three talents fusing music in the truest sense. Created in 2010, the band music composer, Bernard Maseliho, emphasizes the excellent skills of bass guitairist Michal Baranski, and the explosive drumming talents of Dano Soltis. Thursday, July 14, 6:00 PM Literární čtvrtek  Topičův Salon Národní 9, Praha 1

Join us for some enlightening and interesting readings by čtvrtek. The presentation will be followed by discussion over the form and content of paintings.

Náměstí Republiky 6, Praha 1

Thursday, July 14, 8:00 PM

Blockchain meetup: Virtual Reality & Blockchain 

Paralelní Polis

Dělnická 43, Praha 7

After the big success of the 2nd Blockchain meet-up in Prague, we want to keep up the momentum. Come and learn about blockchain and its disruptive potential with a look at a lot of real life examples. Virtual reality & blockchain, open mic (where anybody can present ideas), and beers at the ground floor café. Thursday, July 14, 8:00 PM

Mr. Cocoman & The Solid Vibez  Tiskárna na Vzduchu

Výstaviště 415, Praha 7

The most prominent Czech reggae performer, Cocoman, plays one of this year’s Prague concerts alongside the band Solid Vibes. Check out the many styles of music presented from reggae, folk through rap, carnival, and dance music. Thursday, July 14, 8:30 PM Carmen  Divaldo Hybernia

Náměstí Republiky 3/4, Praha 1

Bizet’s Carmen (premiere 1875) has triumphed in opera houses all over the world, and has become one of the most played and staged operas in history. The story of the beautiful and fearless Carmen whose young and carefree life tragically ends at the hands of a spurned lover is a poignant testimony to the passionate atmosphere in Spain at that time. Thursday, July 14, 9:00 PM Agharta Band  Agharta Jazz Centrum Železná 16, Praha 1 As the name implies, this jazz band can be heard in Club Agharta. The drummer

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and club manager Michal Hejna regularly invites musicians with whom he likes to play music with. The repertoire of the group reflects the musical tastes of those involved, especially pianist Ondrej Kabma, bassist Vit Svec, and universal guitarist Adam Tvrdý. Thursday, July 14, 9:00 PM Bluesberry  Blues Sklep Liliová 10, Praha 1

Bluesberry was founded in 1971 by singer, harmonica player, and guitarist Peta Introvic. To this day the group tirelessly performs domestically and abroad, and is known for playing pieces of world blues, as well as classic folk blues, boogie, funk and rock ‘n roll. Thursday, July 14, 9:00 PM Blues & Roots  Jazz Republic Jilská 1a, Praha 1 Front man Roman Pokorný is considered one of the most important Czech guitar players of the decade. The music will portray how inspiring the connection may be between jazz technique on the guitar and the bluesy feeling of the music. Thursday, July 14, 9:00 PM Znouzecnost  Vagon

Palác Metro Národní 25, Praha 1

The group was founded in Pilsen as a punk band influenced by simplicity. Znouzectnost has evolved into a punk band with a reputation and the ability to write pop songs and folk ballads. Thursday, July 14, 10:00 PM

Invisible World Quartet 

Jazz Dock

Janáčkovo nábřeží 2, Praha 5

Sophisticated original music mixes elements of jazz, chamber music and world music from the South Seas and Southeast regions of our continent. Friday, July 15, 7:00 PM

Green Monster + Thunderbirds 

Bajkazyl Náplavka

Rašínovo nábřeží, Praha 2

Green Monster features the perfect image of monsters with sharp guitar and pervasive humor, and the insight of experienced musicians. Thunderbirds is a Prague rock band, which was formed in the fall of 2008 that has the feel of classic AC/DC. Friday, July 15,7:30 PM

Famous Swing Melodies 

Reduta Jazz Club

Národní 20, Praha 1

A concert dedicated to the popular swing songs by Czech composers of the 60’s and later. Enjoy popular jazz songs and their differences in their Czech and American forms. Friday, July 15, 2016, 9:00 PM

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AC/DC Czech Revival 

 Live DJ

 Other Events

Palác Metro Národní 25, Praha 1

The AC/DC Czech Revival aims to honor the band of the same name with renditions of their top songs.

North Czech Philharmonic Teplice is the only professional symphony orchestra from the 19th century. It features regular symphonic orchestra music by the most sought-after conductors and soloists of the time.

Friday, July 15, 9:00 PM

Friday, July 16, 8:00 PM

Agharta Jazz Centrum

K Žižkovu 1, Praha 9

This trio is led by František Uhlíř (bass) along with David Vrobel (vocals) and Adam Tyvdý (guitar.) They are joined by Skip Wilkins, an American jazz pianist, who was born and raised in a musical family in Massachusetts.

Friday, July 16, 8:30 PM Romeo a Julie  Divaldo Hibernia

Vagon

František Uhlíř & Skip Willkins Trio 

The Turpentine Ray + others 

Železná 16, Praha 1

This concert will feature hard rock and folk music by Face Tigers, Soneheat, The Turpentine Ray, and Future Gravity.

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elements of swing and youthful boldness and surprising lyrics.

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Friday, July 16, 10:00 PM

Love Hotel Revue , 

Royal

Vinohradská 48, Praha 2

Náměstí Republiky 3/4, Praha 1

Friday, July 15, 9:15 PM Blues Bond  Jazz & Blues Club Ungelt

Romeo and Juliet is certainly one of the most famous love stories in the history of world drama.

Love Hotel Revue combines circus acts, burlesque, magic and side shows. You will experience an unforgettable night full of wild tales of romance and love.

Bond Blues Band features singing organist and pianist Jakub Zomer. Songs include works by Ray Charles, Eddie ‘Cleanhead’ Vinson and The Meters.

Friday, July 16, 9:00 PM

Friday, July 16, 10:00 PM

Týnská ulička 2, Praha 1

Friday, July 15, 2016, 9:30 PM

Prague Burlesque Royal  Royal

Vinohradská 48, Praha 2

Prague Burlesque is an exciting show in a 1920s theater every Friday night. Beautiful costumes, huge props and fantastic music. Friday, July 15,10:00 PM Bohemia Big Band  Reduta Jazz Club Národní 20, Praha 1

Bohemia Big Band is a classic big band with a rhythm section, five saxophones, four pipes, and four trombones. Includied in its repertoire are swing classics and which are often accompanied by various solo artists. Friday, July 15, 10:00 PM

Bon Finix + Tripmain + Mike Morphine  Retro Music Hall

Francouzská 4, Praha 2

Retro Music Hall will have three performing artists playing House music. Friday, July 15, 9:00 PM

Let It Roll Warm Up: Hedex + Dub Zero , 

Storm Club

Tachovské náměstí 7, Praha 3

Dub Zero started playing as a DJ, but always felt the need to make his own music. Now a writer and a producer, he’s able to present different styles of tracks that will be played at Storm Club. Friday, July 16, 8:00 PM

Severočeská filharmonie Teplice & Seunghee Lee & Gustav Mank 

Obecní dům

Náměstí Republiky 6, Praha 1

Acoustic Cabinet feat. Adam Tvrdý  Jazz Republic

Jilská 1a, Praha 1

Accoustic Cabinet will feature Jaroslav Šindler on the acoustic guitar, Adam Tvrdý on bass, Jaroslav Friedl on guitar, and Jaroslav Helešic on the drums. Friday, July 16, 9:00 PM Bifidus Aktif  Storm Club

Set Tripp’n (Official Single Release Party): Toeknee Tee + Parth 

Vlkova 26

Vlkova 699/26, Praha 3

Set Tripp’n will be taking over Vlkova 26 to host a Single release/ Label launch/ One-year anniversary party. The crew will be starting you off with some groovy house and deep house tracks to set the vibes just right all night. Friday, July 16, 10:00 PM

Tachovské náměstí 7, Praha 3

Bifidus Aktif is a DJ who prefers modern dance sounds. He combines modern dance with luqid funk and tech step. He also plays dreamy, atmospheric and deep tracks. Friday, July 16, 9:00 PM

Jiří Hála & Jazz Project  Agharta Jazz Centrum

Železná 16, Praha 1

Jiří Hála was born in Prague and leads the music group Jazz Project. Jazz Project is influenced by contemporary jazz scene in New Orleans, where Jiří Hála recorded his album Make you wanna Hall with top musicians from the Big Easy. Friday, July 16, 10:00 PM

Audirockers + Frank Lucas + Richard Reynolds  Retro Music Hall

Francouzská 4, Praha 2

This group of remixers and DJs will play at Retro Music Hall featuring House and Electric Music.

Yvonne Sanchez band  Jazz Dock Janáčkovo nábřeží 2, Praha 5 Famous Polish-Cuban vocalist with a honey-smooth voice that captivates audiences worldwide. You will hear jazz standards, Brazilian music and songs from the album My Garden, which was released two years ago by label Warner Music. Saturday, July 17, 5:00 PM

Nedělní dixie: Armin Reich Bigband  Jazz Dock

Janáčkovo nábřeží 2, Praha 5

This orchestra plays contemporary jazz and, in some cases, vocal pop music. The orchestra consists of five tubas, three trombones, one bass trombone, saxophone, two alternating flutes, two tenor saxophones, a baritone saxophone, a guitar, a bass guitar, drums and percussion. Saturday, July 17, 7:00 PM

Friday, July 16, 10:00 PM

Prague Proms 2016: James Morrison 

Reduta Jazz Club

Náměstí Republiky 6, Praha 1

Berenika Meets Jazz  Národní 20, Praha 1

Obecní dům

Berenika Meets Jazz is the name of a new solo album of singer and actress Berenika Kohoutová. Berenika writes lyrics and sings while Emil Viklicky composes and plays the piano. The result is a genuine pop jazz that blends

Australian trumpeter will be featured in Prague Proms 2016. He’s the writer of the introductory song of the Olympic Games in Sydney in 2000.

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Saturday, July 17, 7:00 PM Saturnin  Loď Tajemství bratří Formanů

Rašínovo nábřeží u Výtoně, Praha 2

Based on the writings of Zdenek Jirotka, Saturnin returns! After the extraordinary success of last summer, they will return in a series of exclusive performances.

Sunday, July 18, 8:00 PM

Jull Dajen 

Balbínova poetická hospůdka Balbínova 6, Praha 2

Jull Dajen plays its own electroacoustic composition, based on Brittain, Scandinavian and Irish folklore and influenced by the legendary Jethro Tull. The performance is in Czech, English and French. Sunday, July 18, 8:00 PM Post No Bills  Divaldo v Celetné Celetná 17, Praha 1

The latest solo performance by Danish performer Danish Kitt Johnson, “Post No Bills,” is exploring the transformative powers of crisis. It is here that we meet the broken man without illusions; a man with empty hands. We must go back to zero, and rediscover the beginning. Sunday, July 18, 9:00 PM

Jiří Stivín Jr. & Band  Saturday, July 17, 9:00 PM Lenka Nová  Jazz Dock

Janáčkovo nábřeží 2, Praha 5

Lenka Nová began to sing as early as 14 years old. After working with a band called Laura and Her Tigers for 12 years, she went solo. She sings in the folk and pop genres. Saturday, July 17, 2016, 9:00 PM Noční Optika  Agharta Jazz Centrum Železná 16, Praha 1

Noční Optika is an instrumental quintet composed of musicians whose starting point is partially jazz and partially classical music. The result is a fusion of the jazz mainstream. Saturday, July 17, 9:00 PM

Psí vojáci tribute + Furt rovně  Vagon

Palác Metro Národní 25, Praha 1

Furt rovně is an alternative rock group composed of piano, guitar, bass and drums. It’s an unusual crossover of piano-based rock that’s influenced by underground music. Saturday, July 17, 9:15 PM

Eric Stanglin and The Juke Joint Heroes 

Jazz & Blues Club Ungelt Týnská ulička 2, Praha 1

Eric Stanglin is a blues guitarist and singer from Oklahoma. His current project, Eric Stanglin and The Juke Joint Heroes, is a music band full of great musicians including Jan Cisar (bass), George Maršíček (guitar) and Vojta Fidler (drums). Sunday, July 18, 7:00 PM

Mueran Humanos + Nesbitts 

007 Strahov Chaloupeckého 7, Praha 6 Mueran Humanos describe their music as psychedelic and a post-industrial version of Johnny Cash and June Carter.

Jazz Republic

Jilská 1a, Praha 1

Jiří Stivín Jr. is one of the most talented Czech drummers. Due to his dynamic solos on drums, his performance will remain in your memory. His group presents a perfectly mature musical phrasing, which is laced with imaginative jazz improvisations. Sunday, July 18, 9:00 PM Prime Time Voice  Agharta Jazz Centrum Železná 16, Praha 1

This women’s vocal trio, with a wide vocal range, aims to go after an internal power of music through film tunes. Sunday, July 18, 9:00 PM Záviš  Vagon

Palác Metro Národní 25, Praha 1

Záviš, whose real name is Milan Smrčka, is a Czech singer, songwriter and poet. His work has autobiographical elements. Sunday, July 18,10:00 PM Josef Vejvoda Trio  Jazz Dock

Janáčkovo nábřeží 2, Praha 5

Josef Vejvoda Trio was founded in 1998 by Josef who for many years was involved as a top drummer in many projects in the Czech jazz scene. Monday, July 19, 7:00 PM Shirley Valentine  Divaldo ABC Vodičkova 28, Praha 1

This one woman comedy show about the search for identity is intended for women worried about losing their zest for life and for spectators who enjoy good entertainment. Monday, July 19, 7:30 PM Analog – Finale  Jatka78

Bubenské nábřeží 306/13, Praha 7

International circus show that will capture your heart. You’ll be shown acrobatics, hear live music, and toast to your heath.

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Muff Monday, July 19, 7:30 PM

Clowns’ Houses  Divaldo v Celetné

Celetná 17, Praha 1

Clowns’ Houses contains comic-tragic characters who lead miserable lives, who are not afraid to lose, but they are afraid to live life. Viewers watch their everyday lives in darkness with their fears, obsessions and loneliness. Through the dark room we are shown the loneliness of modern man, people trapped in their stereotypes, and people far from their dreams. Monday, July 19, 7:30 PM

La favorita: Cecilia Bernardini  Rudolfova galerie na Pražském hradě Pražský hrad, III. nádvoří, Praha 1

Dutch–Italian Cecilia Bernardini is widely considered to be one of the most versatile violinists of her generation, performing on both the modern and the baroque violin. She has soloed in many of Europe’s most prestigious concert halls and leads ensembles. Monday, July 19,8:00 PM Chelsea  Modrá Vopice K Žižkovu 1, Praha 9

Chelsea is pop/punk band from London. Their concert at Modrá Vopice falls within their 40th anniversary tour. Monday, July 19, 8:00 PM T’N’T’ Band  Balbínova poetická hospůdka Balbínova 6, Praha 2

T’N’T’ music goes back to the roots of blues, gospel, rock and roll, country and bluegrass. The band is not afraid to use dramatic elements or traditional practices of folk songwriters. Monday, July 19, 8:30 PM

Komorní orchestr pražských symfoniků & Marie Kosinová & Marek Zvolánek 

Obecní dům

Náměstí Republiky 6, Praha 1

Classical renditions in the Municipal House in Prague.

Monday, July 19, 9:00 PM

Led Zeppelin Revival + Afterglow 

Vagon

Palác Metro Národní 25, Praha 1

Led Zeppelin Revival covers songs from Led Zeppelin mainly at club Vagon, and will be joined by hard rock and blues rock band Afterglow. Monday, July 19, 9:30 PM Uroboros  Divaldo v Celetné Celetná 17, Praha 1

Uroboros is a master performance by Debnárová Barbara, a student at the department of pantomime. This story is about perserverance in the realization of what the soul dreams of. Monday, July 19, 10:00 PM Muff  Jazz Dock

Janáčkovo nábřeží 2, Praha 5

Muff music group was founded in 1999 in Prague. The music is composed solely of original compositions which sources of inspiration that can be found in the music of Miles Davis and Wayne Shorter. The band uses psychedelic position, samples and sounds of space. Tuesday, July 20, 12:00 PM Klamovka  Park Klamovka Park Klamovka, Praha 5

Divadelní, filmová a hudební středa , 

Topičův Salon

Národní 9, Praha 1

Small club performances linking the history of the Topic salon with the contemporary scene. Tuesday, July 20, 6:00 PM Evoer Night  Karlín, Křižíkova 91a Křižíkova 91a, Praha 8

Workshop which allows participants

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Wednesday, July 21, 8:00 PM The Dokk  Tiskárna na Vzduchu

Obecní dům

Program Includes: Ben Hur Theory of Everything ,Catch Me If You Can, Animal, Gran Torino, Preacher’s Wife, Love Actually, Django Unchained, Forrest Gump, Happy Feet, Kill Bill and many more.

Výstaviště 415, Praha 7

The Dokk is a musical group whose origin dates back to 2014. The Dokk play their own work based on core folk acoustic base, which is mixed with elements of funk, punk and pop.

July 20, 2016, 7:00 PM Saturnin  Loď Tajemství bratří Formanů

Wednesday, July 21, 8:00 PM Lessons Of Touch  Divaldo v Celetné

Rašínovo nábřeží u Výtoně, Praha 2

Travel to Greece with a housewife from Liverpool, England who needs a change in her life before she starts talking to the walls. Dumped by the girlfriend she travels with, Shirley wanders the island and begins to find joy in life again. Tuesday, July 20,7:30 PM Analog – Finale  Jatka78

Bubenské nábřeží 306/13, Praha 7

Experience an International circus show that will make you sit up and have you mesmerized by its acrobatics, juggling, contortionists, music, dances, and much more. Tuesday, July 20, 8:00 PM Black Regent  Divaldo v Celetné Celetná 17, Praha 1

The duet of Iona Kewney (dance) and Joseph Quimby (musician) creates a fierce and beautiful performance that is a must see. Tuesday, July 20, 8:00 PM

Can of Worms + Mean Messiah + others  Modrá Vopice

K Žižkovu 1, Praha 9

Can of worms is a heavy metal band performing at Modrá Vopice.

Celetná 17, Praha 1

Tuesday, July 20, 9:00 PM

Tuesday, July 20,10:00 PM

Agharta Jazz Centrum

Retro Music Hall

Formed in 2013, Agharta is a 4-piece Technical Death Metal band originating from Northamptonshire, UK.

Bon Finix has played in many important clubs in Prague and performed at many major festivals. He and his party, Kick da Night, tour clubs throughout Czech and Slovakia. He is showcasing his new remix along with Tripmain for the famous Dutch DJ and producer Setrise.

Agharta Band  Železná 16, Praha 1

Tuesday, July 20, 9:00 PM Jiří Stivín Jr. & Band  Jazz Republic Jilská 1a, Praha 1

Jiří Stivín Jr. is one of the most talented Czech drummers who’s dynamic drum solos will remain long in the listener’s memory. He and his his band present the listener with imaginative jazz improvisations and mature stylings. Tuesday, July 20, 9:00 PM Votchi  Vagon

Palác Metro Národní 25, Praha 1

Created around Votchi in July 1999, this band has been evolving in members, but more so in music style. Today, it can be argued that the band’s style has solidified into progressive hard-rock. Tuesday, July 20, 9:15 PM

Petr Zeman Jazz Quintet  Jazz & Blues Club Ungelt

Týnská ulička 2, Praha 1

The Petr Zeman Jazz Quintet has been celebrated over its 15 year duration, and is the foreground for Czech Petr Zeman, one of the leading jazz guitarist who plays many of his own compositions and jazz fusions.

Tuesday, July 20, 8:30 PM Romeo a Julie  Divaldo Hybernia

Tuesday, July 20, 9:50 PM

Follow the most famous of love stories and tragedies in the history of world drama.

Do you know what elevation or forstage is? Or how to hang the horizon? We invite you learn these answers at the backstage theater ABC and Rococo where you will have an opportunity to look into a theatrical background that no ordinary viewer gets.

Náměstí Republiky 3/4, Praha 1

Klášter svaté Anežky České

Program includes works by A. Willaert, Th. Stolzer, H. L. Hassler, H. Schütz, A. Gabrieli, and Cy. de Rore.

Náměstí Republiky 6, Praha 1

Vodičkova 28, Praha 1

Singer Pur 

U Milosrdnych 17, Praha 1

Prague Proms 2016: Hollywood Night XXL 

Tuesday, July 20,7:00 PM Shirley Valentine  Divaldo ABC

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Wednesday, July 21, 7:30 PM

Agharta Band

Tuesday, July 20, 7:00 PM

Based on the writings of Zdenek Jirotka, Saturnin returns! After the extraordinary success of last summer, they will return in a series of exclusive performances.

Prohlídka zákulisí v Divadle ABC  Ábíčko – Malá scéna Divadla ABC Vodičkova 28, Praha 1

DJs Lafayette + Bon Finix  Francouzská 4, Praha 2

Tuesday, July 20, 10:00 PM Petr Kalfus Sextet  Jazz Dock

The director, Mirenka Cechova, together with the choreographer, Jiri Bartovacem, wonders why we are afraid of touching a foreign body and explores the full extent of our internal tolerance. Wednesday, July 21, 8:00 PM SBK & hosté  Balbínova poetická hospůdka Balbínova 6, Praha 2

Performance held in the Balbínka Poetical Saloon. Wednesday, July 21, 9:00 PM Krausberry  Vagon

Palác Metro Národní 25, Praha 1

Janáčkovo nábřeží 2, Praha 5

In his project Sextet, Petr Kalfus gathered excellent instrumentalist to showcase the sound of jazz in all its variety and more importantly, it’s communicativeness. The compositions in the sextet connect the world of art and music, and the remaining part of the repertoire showcases the individual members’ musical compositions. Tuesday, July 20, 12:00 AM Rockotéka  Vagon

Palác Metro Národní 25, Praha 1

Rockotéka is a rock music discoteque that starts at midnight and goes late into the night. Free entry. Wednesday, July 21, 6:00 PM Literární čtvrtek  Topičův Salon

Krausberry is a blues-rock and hard rock band founded by singer Martin Kraus in 1984 after he left the group Bluesberry. Wednesday, July 21, 9:00 PM Mayflowers  Jazz Republic Jilská 1a, Praha 1

The performing artist is Bharata Rajnošek who is a graduate of the Conservatory of Jaroslav Jezek and Berklee College of Music. He a multiinstrumentalist who plays on different types of saxophones, trumpet, flute, trombone and keyboards. Wednesday, July 21, 9:00 PM Petr Kroutil  Agharta Jazz Centrum Železná 16, Praha 1

Národní 9, Praha 1

Interesting readings with supplemented projections, and a book presentations followed by discussion over the content and form of paintings. Wednesday, July 21, 7:30 PM Caveman  Divaldo U Hasičů

Petr Kroutil is multi-talented musician and composer. He studied music from his early youth. He graduated from the Conservatory of Jaroslav Jezek in the field of saxophone and clarinet and studied at the prestigious Berklee College of Music in field performance and jazz composition.

Římská 45, Praha 2

Caveman is a humorous exploration of the differences between men and women, and how these differences often cause misunderstandings.

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Wednesday, July 21, 9:15 PM Prague Connection  Jazz & Blues Club Ungelt Týnská ulička 2, Praha 1

Californian singer Teresa Polk is a new part of the Prague music scene. The group is composed of experienced musicians who bring to the stage authentic soul, spiced blended blues and jazz. Wednesday, July 21, 10:00 PM Ladě  Jazz Dock Janáčkovo nábřeží 2, Praha 5

Ladé will play the blues on the river. The songs are tender, raw, shy and rude and always embellished with the guitarist’s original sound. Thursday, July 22, 4:00 PM 3D printing basics  Makerslab Dělnická 43, Praha

Makerslab is offering an innovative 3D printing workship to learn how to turn the designs you imagine into physical things. The class goes step by step to show how the machines work and how to work them. This workship will be in English.

Front man Roman Pokorný is considered one of the most important Czech guitar players of the decade. The music will portray how inspiring the connection may be between jazz technique on the guitar, and the bluesy feeling of the music. Thursday, July 22, 9:00 PM Guns and Roses Tribute  Vagon Palác Metro Národní 25, Praha 1

Guns and Roses Tribute is a Slovak revival band, whose repertoire consists of, as its name suggests, the songs by American hard rock band Guns N ‘Roses. Thursday, July 22, 9:00 PM

Oonz Vol. 3: Boss Axis + others  Storm Club

Tachovské náměstí 7, Praha 3

German duo Boss Axis will perform at a special summer edition of OONZ club night. Enjoy the melodic and groovy set alongside other artists Jan Brachtl and Adam Cloud.

Thursday, July 22, 9:00 PM

Celetná 17, Praha 1

French performer Cecile Da Costa will be dancing, singing and undergoing extreme physical stress in order to tell the intimate story that many women have with the experience of childbirth, miscarriage, and accidental loss of an unborn child. Thursday, July 22,9:00 PM Blue Box Heroes  Jazz Republic

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Marcel Flemr Band has raw blues sounds full of energy. This band is composed of some of the best players in this genre so there is enormous energy and authenticity of their blues standards.

Roman Pokorný blues supergroup, Dark Side Of The Royal, provides music from immortal blues standards.

This night will feature three DJs with electro, house, and progressive house styles.

Vít Švec Trio  Agharta Jazz Centrum Železná 16, Praha 1

Vít Švec Trio is a classical ensemble (piano, bass and drums) that performs regularly in and outside Prague jazz clubs and festivals. They primarily focus on modern concepts of standards and perform their own songs. Thursday, July 22, 9:15 PM Blues Bond  Jazz & Blues Club Ungelt Týnská ulička 2, Praha 1 Bond Blues Band features singing organist and pianist Jakub Zomer. Songs include works by Ray Charles, Eddie ‘Cleanhead’ Vinson and The Meters.

Thursday, July 22, 12:00 AM Videorockotéka  Vagon

Palác Metro Národní 25, Praha 1

Videorockotéka is a rock music discoteque that starts at midnight and goes late into the night. Free entry. Thursday, July 22, TBA

Mighty Sounds 2016 , ,  Letiště u Čápova dvora

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Mighty Sounds is a unique three-day music festival, which takes place every July. The festival focuses on genres such as punk and punk rock, rock’n’roll, hardcore, reggae, and more. Over 80% of the line-up will be foreign names. Friday, July 23, 3:00 PM

Absolute: DJs Cabanne + Ben Vedren + others   Thursday, July 22, 9:30 PM

Prague Burlesque Royal  Royal

Vinohradská 48, Praha 2

Prague Burlesque is an exciting show in a 1920s theater every Friday night. Beautiful costumes, huge props and fantastic music.

Pokojíček

Mezi Vodami 35, Praha 4

Absolute will feature many DJs playing techno and house music. DJs performing include: Cabanne, Ben Vedren, Eddie Mur, Audiot, DJ David Formi, Konix, and Ark3r.

Jilská 1a, Praha 1

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Jilská 1a, Praha 1

Francouzská 4, Praha 2

K Žižkovu 1, Praha 9

Thursday, July 22, 8:00 PM Vypravěč  Divaldo v Celetné

Jazz Dock

Janáčkovo nábřeží 2, Praha 5

Retro Music Hall

Modrá Vopice

Famous Swing Melodies is a concert dedicated to the popular swing songs by Czech composers of the 60s. Enjoy the show as it contrasts Czech and American jazz formation. You will hear popular and current jazz songs of American jazz in the original language.

Friday, July 23, 9:00 PM

Dark Side Of Blues Royal 

Pietros + Milan Bílek + Hrusha 

Rebel Fest 2016: X-Project + Rasputin + others 

Národní 20, Praha 1

Thursday, July 22, 10:00 PM

Marcel Flemr Band 

Thursday, July 22, 10:00 PM

Thursday, July 22, 6:00 PM

Rotton Rebels Promotion presents multigenre music mini festival Rebel Fest. Bands include grind, punk-rock, metal, and hardcore genres. Thursday, July 22, 7:30 PM Famous Swing Melodies  Reduta Jazz Club

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Friday, July 23, 9:00 PM

Rostislav Fraš Quartet  Agharta Jazz Centrum

Železná 16, Praha 1

Rostislav Fras is a graduate of the Conservatory J. Jezek in Prague and the Jazz Institute of the Academy of Music in Katowice. While studying, he joined the Prague Jazz scene and has become a popular musician. Friday, July 23, 9:00 PM

U2 Stay Tribute Band  Vagon

Palác Metro Národní 25, Praha 1

U2 Stay Tribute Band aims to spread the music of Irish band U2. In the concert, you will hear a cross-section of popular songs from different albums with electrifying rock music and a positive atmosphere.

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July 23, 2016, 9:15 PM

Luboš Andršt Blues Band 

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Luboš Andršt is a versatile Czech guitarist and composer who draws his inspiration primarily from the blues and jazz. Luboš chose to remain artistically independent, keeping his own sound instead of conforming to pop music styles.

Alice Springs is one of the few, if not only, Czech singers who alone can write a hit song. The Quartet includes a pianist and mixes their own songs with pop songs and blues standards.

Vinohradská 48, Praha 2

Love Hotel Revue combines circus acts, burlesque, magic and side shows. You will experience an unforgettable night full of wild tales of romance and love.

Rihanna

Martina Fišerová studied jazz singing at the College of Jaroslav Jezek in Prague. As the singer gained experience she collaborated with jazz-rock, acid-jazz and groove bands to create her own sound.

Saturday, July 24, 9:30 PM Kaunis Five  Reduta Jazz Club Národní 20, Praha 1

Kaunis Five was established in early 2012, and they immediately attracted jazz enthusiasts. The band plays an extensive string of club gigs and festival appearances throughout Europe.

Monday, July 26, 6:00 PM

Sunday, July 25, 8:00 PM

María Espada & Vespres d’Arnadí 

Besední úterý: O sběratelství z různých stran 

Zámek Troja

Topičův Salon

Musical ensemble specializing mainly in Baroque music.

Topičův Salon provides a forum with the aim to show that the quality of art and artists is not only about cultural institution, but natural appreciation. The Salon is a place where remarkable artwork can be rediscovered.

U Trojského zámku 1, Praha 7

Sunday, July 25,9:00 PM Acoustic Cabinet  Jazz Republic Jilská 1a, Praha 1

Evening music played acoustically to create a softer and more intimate setting. Sunday, July 25, 9:00 PM Limited Edition  Agharta Jazz Centrum Železná 16, Praha 1

Limited Edition jazz group, founded by pianist and composer Jan Hala, first played on the Czech jazz scene in 2001. Sunday, July 25, 9:00 PM

Jazz Dock

Vagon

Classic Jazz Collegium is a Czech jazz band. It has been led since 1975 by trumpeter and cornet player known by the nickname Bob Bunny.

Santa Morella Band is a female led Neil Young tribute band. The repertoire is a cross-section of rock, folk, country, and psychedelic music.

Neil Young Tribute (Santa Morella Band) 

Nedělní dixie: Classic Jazz Collegium 

Speed Noise Hell + Mir 

Sunday, July 25, 7:00 PM

Chaloupeckého 7, Praha 6

Modrá Vopice

007 Strahov

Speed Noise Hell is a Japanese hard core band. Also playing is Czech band Mir. Saturday, July 24, 7:30 PM Xavier Baumaxa  Cross Club Plynární 23, Praha 7

Xavier Baumaxa is a songwriter and guitarist. Before he went solo, he worked in bands V.M.H. and Faulnamusic. His style is based on puns, parodies of different musical styles and singers, and pop-culture references.

Misery Index + Terrordome  K Žižkovu 1, Praha 9

Misery Index is an American death grind band that has a mix of death metal, grindcore, and hardcore music styles. They are joined by Polish crossover thrash band Terrordome.

Sunday, July 25, 9:15 PM Blue Mood Band  Jazz & Blues Club Ungelt Týnská ulička 2, Praha 1

Blood Mood Band oscillates between several different genres. The concert will include both original compositions, along with a broad range of favorite tunes from composers like Eric Clapton and BB King.

Enemy Booking Presents Swiss hardcore band Insanity and the Dutch Athena’s Word. These two bands will perform at Klue 007 Stahov on July 26th. Monday, July 26, 7:30 PM 39 stupňů  Divaldo v Celetné Hitchcock’s legendary film masterfully transferred onto the stage by British actor and screenwriter Patric Barlow. The show features classic detective stories and comic situations. Monday, July 26, 8:00 PM Rihanna ,  O2 Arena

Anti World Tour is the seventh concert tour by Barbadian singer Rihanna. The concert will feature her newest album Anti. Openers include Big Sean and DJ Mustard. Monday, July 26, 9:00 PM Jazz Union  Jazz Republic Jilská 1a, Praha 1

Sunday, July 25,10:00 PM

Logarytmy Jazz Group was founded in 2002. Its repertoire represents more classically conceived jazz standards, such as the 30s and 40s, without fear of peppering in other styles.

Despite his young age, twenty-five year old trumpet and flugelhorn player Luke Oravec is the head of his own quartet which features woodwind solos and jazz stylings.

Kaunis Five (křest alba)  Jazz Dock

Janáčkovo nábřeží 2, Praha 5

Insanity + Athena’s Word 

007 Strahov

Českomoravská 17, Praha 9

Sunday, July 25, 8:00 PM Logarytmy Jazz  Balbínova poetická hospůdka Balbínova 6, Praha 2

Monday, July 26, 7:00 PM

Celetná 17, Praha 1

Palác Metro Národní 25, Praha 1

Janáčkovo nábřeží 2, Praha 5

Národní 9, Praha 1

Chaloupeckého 7, Praha 6

Saturday, July 24, 5:00 PM

Saturday, July 24, 7:00 PM

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Janáčkovo nábřeží 2, Praha 5

The Simpson Trio’s soul-blues band has a swing feel to the music. Band founder Ryan Simpson comes from Memphis and has influenced the band’s music with Memphis soul and jazz sounds.

The brand new project around singer and guitarist Jonathan Ramirez is focused primarily on music from the region of soul, funk and pop. A new and fresh look at the genre is slowly establishing itself on the Prague scene.

Saturday, July 24, 9:00 PM Martina Fišerová  Jazz Dock

Týnská ulička 2, Praha 1

Janáčkovo nábřeží 2, Praha 5

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Jilská 1a, Praha 1

Saturday, July 24, 9:15 PM The Simpson Trio  Jazz & Blues Club Ungelt

Friday, July 23, 10:00 PM Skeptemistic  Jazz Dock

Saturday, July 24, 9:00 PM

Jazz Republic

Friday, July 23, 10:00 PM Love Hotel Revue   Royal

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Alice Springs Blues Quartet 

Jazz & Blues Club Ungelt Týnská ulička 2, Praha 1

In the cool of the night you’ll go wild as things heat up with the jazz beat. The voice of the band and the tempo of the music will keep you entranced.

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Tuesday, July 27, 9:15 PM

Eva Eminger Jazz Band 

Tuesday, July 27, 10:00 PM

Zdenka Trvalcová & La Belle Vie 

Jazz & Blues Club Ungelt

Jazz Dock

Experience the sultry song stylings of Eva Emingerova through her repertoire of jazz from the 20s and 40s, Dixieland, Swing, and all the way up to modern compositions. She has performed at numerous European Jazz Festivals, recorded Swing Band CDs, appeared on TV and radio shows, and is a member of the Classic Jazz Collegium.

Zdenka Trvalcová performs traditional French songs mixed with gypsy swing. Accompanied by excellent musicians, Zdenka presents famous French melodies from the 20th century.

Týnská ulička 2, Praha 1

Janáčkovo nábřeží 2, Praha 5

We Are Scientists Monday, July 26, 9:00 PM We Are Scientists ,  Lucerna Music Bar Vodičkova 36, Praha 1

We Are Scientists is a New York based pop group who has just released their fifth album titled Helter Seltzer. The album, featuring slightly dramatic music, will be performed live at Lucerna Music Bar during We Are Scientists’ first concert in Prague. Monday, July 26, 9:30 PM The Blues Story  Reduta Jazz Club Národní 20, Praha 1

The blues has deep roots in American history, and this concert takes you through some of the different styles that have been popular throughout time. Some styles include traditional county from Mississippi, West Coast blues from Texas musicians, and Chicago blues. Monday, July 26, 10:00 PM

Jan Kořínek Soultet ft. Miss Mikey May 

Jazz Dock

Janáčkovo nábřeží 2, Praha 5

Jan Kořínek Soultet ft. Miss Mikey May features an organ player with a blues and soul sound. Their music refers to organ players of the 60s such as Jimmy Smith or Jack McDuff.

Beats Evolution Conference (BEC), is a pure Drum and Bass conference in Prague for industry professionals, artists, and fans. Join us for a first ever focus on combining the drum and bass community with panelists, workshops, and more than 40 performers. Tuesday, July 27, 8:00 PM Neřež  Balbínova poetická hospůdka Performance by Czech folk music group Neřež following in the style of the legendary group Stainless. The group drummer, David Uher, saxaphonist Martin Purple, and guitarist Miroslav Chyška. Tuesday, July 27, 9:00 PM Hot Line  Agharta Jazz Centrum Železná 16, Praha 1

A concert by Czech jazz fusion band, Hot Line, with Jan Hala (composer and lead pianist) will be given in the Agharta Jazz Centrum. Other band members include Michal Hejna (drummer), Rostislav Fras (saxophonist), Zdenek “Wimpy” Tichota (bassist) and George Smith (guitarist). Tuesday, July 27, 9:00 PM

Keywords Jazz Combo 

Jazz Republic

Jilská 1a, Praha 1

Tuesday, July 27, 11:00 AM

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Dlouhá 33, Praha 1

Beats Evolution Conference

Balbínova 6, Praha 2

Keywords Jazz Combo will feature jazz artists, including frontman and keyboardist Pavel Fanta with Davis Kraus- who uses computer programmed sound effects to expand the already rich range of the instruments.

Tuesday, July 27, 9:30 PM Jazz Efterrätt  Reduta Jazz Club

Wednesday, July 28, 7:00 PM Nezatížení  MeetFactory

Discover a multitude of musical styles (including jazz, Dixieland, funk, soul, swing, and Latin-American) from young professional graduates of the Prague Conservatory. Established in 1988, members of the group work in the field of art primarily as musicians.

New York artists, Rendering Calm, stages a reading of the play Rehana Ansari in which a Toronto journalist travels to Karachi to show how we are unable to truly understand what it means to live in a war. The author captures the aspects of our enemy, and we observe the inner struggle of the protagonist through the eyes of a partner communicating feverishly by phone and via Skype.

Národní 20, Praha 1

Tuesday, July 27, 10:00 PM Jayyare + Brian  Retro Music Hall Francouzská 4, Praha 2

Check out popular Czech DJ, DJ Brian of Festival Machac and Dance Extravaganza show on Radio Evropa 2. He has played in more than 30 countries including Club Amnesia and Space in Ibiza, and Paradise Club on Mykonos. He has released several singles and remixes under the names of Soulgangsters, Kid Diesel, or Beatrocker, and played all the music for the big fashion show, Blanka Matragi, in the Municipal House in Prague.

Ke Sklárně 15, Praha 5

Wednesday, July 28, 8:00 PM Sławomir Zubrzycki  Břevnovský klášter Markétská 1, Praha 6

Marvel at the sounds of the unique Viola Organista, a keyboard bowed instrument created by Slawomir Zubrzycki who used the designs of Leornado da Vinci as his inspiration.

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Wednesday, July 28, 8:30 PM Carmen  Divaldo Hybernia Náměstí Republiky 3/4, Praha 1

Bizet’s Carmen (premiere 1875) has triumphed in opera houses all over the world and has become one of the most played and staged operas in history. The story of the beautiful and fearless Carmen whose young and carefree life tragically ends at the hands of a spurned lover is a poignant testimony to the passionate atmosphere in Spain at that time. Wednesday, July 28, 9:00 PM

Blue Tones Society feat. Milan Potoček  Jazz Republic

Jilská 1a, Praha 1

Jazz Republic, featuring musical group Adam Tvrdý with Milan Potocek on acoustic guitar and piano, Vit Svec on bass, and Marek Urbanek on drums and percussion. Wednesday, July 28, 9:00 PM Rhythm Desperados  Agharta Jazz Centrum Železná 16, Praha 1

Jazz group with a large repertoire of songs by Boris Urbanek. These musicians mix elements of funk, Latin music and jazz into a wide genre of music versatility. Wednesday, July 28, 9:15 PM

Kristína Mihalová & Csaba Csendes Trio  Jazz & Blues Club Ungelt

Týnská ulička 2, Praha 1

This international formation of jazz musicians (Czech, Slovak, and Hungarian) play a repertoire of wellknown jazz standards creatively interpreted through the influence of swing, pop, blues, Latin, etc. Wednesday, July 28, 9:30 PM Bill Warfield Quartet  Reduta Jazz Club Národní 20, Praha 1

A dynamic and innovative composer, bandleader and trumpeter, Bill Warfield has energized audiences, performers, and writers for more than four decades. Wednesday, July 28, 10:00 PM Jaromír Honzák Quintet  Jazz Dock Janáčkovo nábřeží 2, Praha 5

A dynamic and sensitive group rooted firmly in the jazz tradition. The bulk of their repertoire are original compositions, but there are also songs from the field of pop and other genres of the contemporary music world. Thursday, July 29, 9:00 PM

Adam Tvrdý & Brian Charette Project  Agharta Jazz Centrum

Železná 16, Praha 1

Brian Charette is organist who was

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previously nominated for a Grammy, and who works or has worked with many renowned artists such as Joni Mitchell, Chaka Khan, Lou Donaldson, and countless others. Thursday, July 29,9:00 PM

Queenie - world Queen tribute band 

Vagon

Palác Metro Národní 25, Praha 1

Originating in Prague in February 2006, this group of young musicians’ tribute to the legendary band Queen has played hundreds of concerts and performances across two continents. Thursday, July 29, 9:00 PM Romeo a Julie  Divaldo v Celetné Celetná 17, Praha 1

This most famous love story is told in a unique arrangement of eight players. It focuses not on the original twenty or more characters, but on characters without anything to detract communicability of the story and the strength of the experiences shared. Thursday, July 29, 9:15 PM The Bladderstones  Jazz & Blues Club Ungelt Týnská ulička 2, Praha 1

This Czech musical group has a mixed repertoire from hard Texas blues, to intimate jazz standards such as Miles Davis, Muddy Waters, John Coltrane, Jimi Hendrix, and many more classics of the genre. Thursday, July 29, 10:00 PM Ergee + Tigi + Jayyare  Retro Music Hall Francouzská 4, Praha 2

Jayyare (Jozef Rams) is one of the resident DJ’s at Prague club Retro Music Hall, and dj’s every Friday on Expresradio 90.3FM as host of Starmix. He performs together with DJ Frank Lucas. Thursday, July 29, 10:00 PM Faela!  Jazz Dock Janáčkovo nábřeží 2, Praha 5

Faela! is a very unorthodox international band founded by musicians from different countries. The group features different styles of tango, latino, rock, gypsy jazz and Balkan music. Friday, July 30,7:00 PM Saturnin  Loď Tajemství bratří Formanů

Rašínovo nábřeží u Výtoně, Praha 2

Based on the writings of Zdenek Jirotka, Saturnin returns! After the extraordinary success of last summer, they will return in a series of exclusive performances. Friday, July 30, 7:30 PM

Famous Swing Melodies 

Reduta Jazz Club

Národní 20, Praha 1

Eric Stanglin A concert dedicated to the popular swing songs by Czech composers of the 60s and later. Enjoy popular jazz songs and their differences in their Czech and American forms. Friday, July 30, 8:00 PM

Severočeská filharmonie Teplice & Jiwon Choi & others  Obecní dům

Náměstí Republiky 6, Praha 1

Enjoy an evening of the classics by Giovanni Bottesini and Antonin Dvorak with special appearances by Jiwon Choi, Yebin Kim, and Alfonso Scarano. Friday, July 30, 8:30 PM Romeo a Julie  Divaldo Hybernia

Friday, July 30, 9:15 PM

Eric Stanglin and The Juke Joint Heroes 

Jazz & Blues Club Ungelt Týnská ulička 2, Praha 1

Originally from Oklahoma, Eric Stanglin moved to Prague and began working and playing with several top blues musicians. His band is heavily influenced and inspired by artists such as Elmore James, Muddy Waters and Hound Dog Taylor. Friday, July 30, 10:00 PM

Latino Saturdays: Santiago Ferreira Band 

Jazz Dock

Janáčkovo nábřeží 2, Praha 5

Náměstí Republiky 3/4, Praha 1

Get captivated by the most famous love story in the history of world drama. Friday, July 30,9:00 PM

Dark Side Of Blues Royal  Jazz Republic

Jilská 1a, Praha 1

See one of the most important Czech guitarist-Roman Pokorny-in a concert by blues supergroup Dark Side Of The Royal Blues.

Brazilian musician of numerous talents who is a guitarist, singer and songwriter. His musical language is largely based on the bossa nova and pop-jazz. Friday, July 30, 10:00 PM Love Hotel Revue   Royal Vinohradská 48, Praha 2

Love Hotel Revue combines circus acts, burlesque, magic and side shows. You will experience an unforgettable night full of wild tales of romance and love.

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Friday, July 30, 10:00 PM

Agharta Jazz Centrum

Retro Music Hall

František Uhlíř & Skip Willkins Trio  Železná 16, Praha 1

Enjoy the musical mastery of jazz pianist, Skip Wilkins. Born and raised in a musical family in Massachusetts, he originally started out as a singer, but the piano has become his main instrument for compositions and concerts.

Francouzská 4, Praha 2

This night will feature three DJs with House music at the Retro Music Hall. Friday, July 30, 12:00 AM Videorockotéka  Vagon

Palác Metro Národní 25, Praha 1

Friday, July 30, 9:00 PM Romeo a Julie  Divaldo v Celetné Celetná 17, Praha 1

Milan Bílek + Sedliv + Lady A. 

Videorockotéka is a rock music discoteque that starts at midnight and goes late into the night. Free entry.

Get captivated by the most famous love story in the history of world drama.

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Special Effects

Learn how Director Karel Zeman changed the world of film forever

Long before today’s big budget hollywood films, Czech filmmaker Karel Zeman pushed the envelope of creativity and special effects with his work, starting in the early 1950s. His films, including Journey to the Beginning of Time and The Fabulous Baron Munchausen, remain definitive examples of special effects in a world before computer animation. Karel Zeman made Czech cinematography world famous in the 20th century with his work winning numerous awards and recognition at prestigious film festivals. His films are still highly valuedand his techniques are still taught at film 26

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schools around the world. Zeman’s aesthetic has influenced a number of world-famous filmmakers. The Karel Zeman Museum is a fun and interative way to learn more about filmmaking hisroy. Try out the ingenious film special effects which made Karel Zeman and Czech film famous in the 20th century and inspired film giants such as Steven Spielberg, Terry Gilliam and Tim Burton. Each room in the museum is conceived as a film studio, complete with small stages and backdrops where you can step on stage and shoot your scenes. You can take a ride on a flying

machine, or walk around the moon like Baron Munchausen, or take the controls of the famous submarine from the Zeman classic “Invention for Destruction”. Also part of the exhibition are previously unpublished photographs, original puppets, and other documentary materials from the life and work of this visionary filmmaker. Karel Zeman Museum

Saský dvůr – Saská 3, 118 00 Prague 1 Malá Strana next to the Charles Bridge www.muzeumkarlazemana.cz

Enter the world of film tricks by genius of 20th century

Karel Zeman Museum Open daily from 10 am to 7 pm

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S a sk รก 3 , 118 0 0 P r ague 1, Mal รก S t r ana next to the Charles Bridge w w w.karel zemanmuseum.org

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CLUB GUIDE

Our Quick Guide to where all the cool kids go AFTER MIDNIGHT Roxy

Dlouhá 33, Prague 1 The Roxy is one of Prague’s oldest and best-known clubs. The venue was an old theatre/ballroom in the 1920’s, and has a great dance floor where you’ll find drum and bass, house, techno, and many other styles. When it’s not a live DJ, there’s great concerts and music festivals.

Lucerna Music Bar

Vodičkova 36 One of the largest and most popular music clubs in Prague, Lucerna hosts a lot of concerts and events. Lucerna Music Bar is hopping on Friday and Saturday night, where the 80’s and 90’s videos come alive on large projection screens in the middle of the disco. The stage in front let’s people dance in front of the screen in addition to the spacious dance floor. People of every age and all walks of life can be seen getting down to the music from Blondie to Nirvana. Ultimately the the sheer volume of people having a good time means it’s hard not to come to Lucerna and not join in the party.

Cross Club

Plynární 23 www.crossclub.cz Cross Club is a labyrinth of small bars and dance rooms pumping different types of music, includiing drum and bass, dubstep, reggae, techno, and house. The Cross Club’s psychodelic décor is also a bit unusual – everything in the club is made from metal and its all moving. The club is broken up into two music stages with many varying sized rooms for you to explore. One of the most unique experiences you’ll have with nightlife in Praha.

Meet Factory

Ke Sklárně 3213/15 www.meetfactory.cz/ Music club, art gallery and theatre/cinema. David Černý – the artist responsible for some of Prague’s most famous modern art – is behind the concept, which is also his studio (as well as home to several other artists). A refurbished warehouse stuffed in-between the motorway and railroad tracks, Meet Factory has become one of the cultural hot spots in Prague and is a must-see for anyone interested in local contemporary art.

M1 Lounge Bar & Club

Masná 1 www.m1lounge.com M1 Lounge stands as one of the most exciting late-night venue in Prague. M1 Lounge is a favorite of locals, expats and a lot of passing-through celebrities. It’s 28

energetic yet laid-back vibe attracts a unique variety of people. The well known team of skilled DJs keeps the place pumping with a mixture of R&B, hip-hop, electro and dance music to the wee hours of morning & the friendly bar staff shake up original signature cocktails that are found nowhere else. If you pre reserve a VIP table you will be treated to first class bottle service. Perfectly located in the very center of the city, you can be sure that all night, every night, it’s always happening at M1 Lounge.

James Dean

V kolkovně 922/1 www.jamesdean.cz/ Okay, it’s kind of kitschy in a cool way. James Dean’s has a classic 1950s American diner feel, complete with checkered floors, red vinyl upholstery and lots of chrome. Famous for it’s larger than life statue of James Dean, it also has some of the best burgers, milkshakes, French fries and everything else good from American you can think of.

Vzorkovna

Národní 339/11, Praha 1, 110 00 www.unetickypivovar.cz This is the Prague underground. This place is something really different & alternative ambient is what you’re going to find here. If you’re sick of all the posh bars around, this is a great option how to escape from all that. Described as a huge, dark, squot-like place, packed with people with beer and lots of interesting individuals. They usually hold live performances there; you can discover really talented people and moreover, attend to a spontaneous jam session right in the hallway. There is no light at the entrance, just walk down the stairs, say hello to the wolfhound who is guarding the entrance and enjoy the evening.

NEONE

Bubenská 1 www.lunchmeat.cz/ Neone started as a pop-up club but has grown into a well-established and respected club in Prague’s electronic music scene. They have superior sound system inside and great gigs. This is a place, where the latest trends in electronic music meet innovative visuals and creative ideas. If you are electronic music fan, you have to visit this venue when you are in Prague. They are organizing excellent parties there and Neone is recognized as one of Prague’s most hipster spots.

Radost FX

Bělehradská 120, Praha 2 radostfx.cz/ Rodost FX was started in early 90s just a few years after the Velvet revolution, the

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club was once Ministry as one of the top 20 clubs in the world! The club is open from Thursday to Saturday and offers the best of House, R&B/Soul and Hip Hop music and fun fact, Rihanna filmed one of her music videos there. Above the club is the Radost Restaurant and Cafe well known as one of the best brunch spots in all of Prague- but get there early because people line out the door for this deliciousness.

Klub 007

Chaloupeckého 7 www.klub007strahov.cz Supporting underground and nonmainstream music since 1969, 007 is a legendary club on the Prague music scene. It’s history is rooted in student dissent, providing a welcoming space to students disenchanted with the former regime. 007 offers a healthy assortment of unique bands, DJs, and other musical acts. Music diversity is an emphasis: electro, indie, hip hop, punk, psychobilly and more can be heard on a weekly basis. One of the best parts of 007 is its size. It is small and intimate with a maximum capacity of 180 people. This is really the perfect opportunity to see awesome bands up close and personal. This is one of the oldest functioning clubs in Prague and if you’re into it take bus no. 176 up to the Strahov hill and enjoy the vibe...

RETRO

Francouzská 75/4, 120 00 , Prague 2 www.retropraha.cz One for the curious bored or brave. Retro has become the Czech home of hard house. Their club nights are full to the rafters until the small hours while go-go dancers whip the energetic clubbers into a house driven frenzy. A very friendly atmosphere with smiling faces and sweating brows as far as the eye can see, there are more locals and fewer tourists here than some of the other large clubs with amazing DJ’s, lasers, and vibes. Dress code is free and easy, flamboyant if you’re feeling daring.

SASAZU

Bubenské nábřeží 306, Prague 7 http://prague.sasazu.com/ SaSaZu is a clubbers paradise with a feel of decadence as soon as you enter & not just an ordinary paradise but one with enough space for 2,000 partygoers. Located in the cool neighborhood of Holesovice, this hip club with it stylish, sleek interior attracts visitors and locals alike and impresses with top quality House, Dance, Funk, Ethno and Pop. Performing artists come from all over the world, Tiesto, Burama, Lilly Allen, Paul van Dyk, to name just a few. Club events mostly start at 22:00 and continue until the wee hours of the morning.

Chapeau Rouge

Jakubska 2, Old Town, Prague 1 www.chapeaurouge.cz Chapeau Rouge is a music clubs that ranks among the biggest in Prague with 3 floors, 4 bars & 3 stages. Chapeau truly has something for everyone! You may even stumble upon it all on your own: it’s in the center right behind Old Town Square and usually has some cool kids smoking a joint right outside its doors. The ground floor of Chapeau is a chill place to meet people from all over the world: travelers and expats alike. Go down one more floor and you’ll come across the dance club where international and local DJs blast out their beats playing pretty much 7 days a week with music in the main bar area being truly eclectic: everything from Balkan rhythms to drum & bass. Keep going down, down, down and you’ll get to the best part of Chapeau, the underground club – a space for indie bands, multimedia projections, and theater.

U Sudu

Vodičkova 10, Prague 1 www.usudu.cz Invisible for those who don’t know where it is and yet in heart of the town. U Sudu is the best of both worlds with a wine bar upstairs and an underground, cave-like labyrinth downstairs. When you walk in, don’t stop on the top level. All that is up here is a normal looking bar. Keep walking until you hit the stairs that descend into one of the coolest places to drink on Earth... It is indeed smoky, but get past that and the place is just mythic. As you go down into different floors, you just find caves and caves that serve you beer for a good price and also give you good music. It is a place to sit down, meet new people and drink until the sin rises with a dark and intimate aura.

HARLEYS

Dlouhá 18, 110 00 , Praha 1 Harleys is described as the coolest hell on earth. Prague’s best Rock bar opens late is always rockin n’ rollin with DJs and bar shows. This American style biker bar is a happening place & is also in a perfect location, just about 2 minutes walk from the Old Town Square. The bar is designed with a motorcycle theme; the entire placed decked out in Rock memorabilia ranging from Harley Davidson gear to Ramones & Jack Daniels posters. “Jack lives here” so you can bet that Jack Daniels is a specialty - as well as family sized bowls of mojitos. Harleys has loads of atmosphere, locals and tourists alike Harleys always guarantees a rockin’ experience.

BEER VS WATER WHICH COSTS LESS IN PRAGUE? As you might expect, The Prague Visitor oﬃces are made up of multiple nationalities, which of course invites internal debate on a multitude of serious subjects. One of the items up for debate has been the cost of beer. Specifically, a challenge to the urban myth that in Prague, beer is actually cheaper than water. To prove it, we sent our man Kevin on a simple fact-finding mission. Go to several bars, order a bottled water and a beer. Drink the one that costs less. Write it down. Kevin returned to the oﬃce slightly waterlogged. It seemed bottled water was consistently cheaper. But, we soon figured out it wasn’t a fair fight. Beer is sold in pints, while water is sold in smaller bottles. So, we had to

use science and math (ugh) to compare it by volume. We sent Kevin back out and received better results. Beer is indeed cheaper than water…by a lot.

A few notes and helpful hints:

We ordered bottled water everywhere we went – which is what is served when you ask for a water at a restaurant or bar. But, starting a few years ago, it became required that all bars and restaurants make tap water available for free if asked. With that said, you do need to ask specifically for tap water. So, technically, tap water does win. But don’t tell Kevin that since he’s spent most of the morning with his head on his desk.

Our ten test locations Where

Results

Wombat Café

Beer is 45,83% Less Than Water

Kozlovna

Beer is 32,65% Less Than Water

Nas Vas Svet

Beer is 30,21% Less Than Water

Prostor

Beer is 137,50% Less Than Water

Pizza Corleone

Beer is 72,73% Less Than Water

Café Vlese

Beer is 53,51% Less Than Water

La Piazza

Beer is 19,05% Less Than Water

U Palecka

Beer is 66,67% Less Than Water

Farmers Market

Beer is 38,10% Less Than Water

Pivovar Narodini

Beer is 49,57% Less Than Water

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ESCAPE!

Mind Maze OFFERS ADVENTURE Mind Maze teams have to escape a prison cell and ﬁnd the submarine plans and sixdigit code to unlock the door within the hour or their secret mission will fail.

At first glance, finding yourself locked in a prison cell in Prague might not sound like the best way to spend an evening, but escape room company Mind Maze has over 1000 positive TripAdvisor reviews that say otherwise. Mind Maze has two rooms currently in operation. Enigma - a WWII themed spy mission that features a military office and prison cell, and The Alchemist’s Chamber - an escape challenge based on sorcery and medieval intrigue. The popular escape room company has been rated number one in Prague. It’s a fun friends activity or team building exercise with two teams in different rooms competing to escape first. Mind Maze is also a great family activity with children 15 years or older. Mind Maze says that to their surprise, their escape room has become increasingly popular not just with tourists, but with locals as well. “The first year when we started, about 90% of our customers were tourists, and only 10% were Czechs. But more and more Czech people know about escape games, nowadays roughly 35% of our customers are local,”

said Andras Gal, a Mind Maze employee. Many first-time participants have different ideas of escape rooms; often picturing trivia based challenges or more physical challenges. Mind Maze focuses on the theme of the room and using logic puzzles and brainteasers. Participants become fully submerged in the theme experience, with rooms that are fully kitted out in period props and occasional sound effects to keep the anticipation building. “It exceeded my expectations in their dedication to the theme. There was a plot line to motivate the escape, sound effects, and historically accurate paraphernalia around the room,” said Sucharita Murkujee, a CIEE study-abroad student who completed the Enigma room. “It gave the experience a really cool vibe.” Murkujee and her teammates said it was tedious and exciting experience. With only a minute and 47 seconds to spare, her team managed to solve the room and make it out. Mind Maze say that only 50% of the teams finish the room before time is up. Gal says that more people

find the Alchemist’s Chamber the more difficult of the two. At only 1200kc for a group of 4-5 people, Mind Maze is a great inexpensive and fun activity. The experience takes around an hour to an hour and half to get through. Reservations are required by booking online at www.mindmaze.cz or by phone at +420 773 044 318

Mind Maze

Tyrsova 9, Praha 2 Opening hours: 10:30 – 22:00 every day Metro: Line C (red), get-off at I.P. Pavlova Tram: 4, 6, 10, 11, 16 and 22, get-off at I.P. Pavlova On foot: 15 minutes walk from Museum (on the top of Wenceslas Square) By car: Limited parking is available on the right side of the street, 40 CZK/hour on weekdays

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PRAGUE STREET POTRAITS INSPIRED BY THE HUMANS OF NEW YORK BLOG | BY TOMÁŠ PRINC FIND MORE HUMANS OF PRAGUE ONLINE AT HTTP://HUMANSOFPRAGUE.IHNED.CZ

“I invited a friend of mine to have a cup of tea

that was not even in my friends list. Moreover

and he seemed to be very open-minded. And he

outside. I packed a tea tray, cups and darjeeling

with a weird profile picture. He said that we

knows how to listen – he perceived everything

and I took it with me to the work. But he wrote

once saw each other at an event and that we have

I said. We talked about Japan, about tea, about

to me during the day that he won’t make it, that

some common friends. I thought about it for five

Prague and Praguers, about hipsters – basically

he has a food poisoning. I’d already boiled water,

minutes – I don’t usually go out with strangers –

small, stupid things. But we laughed. He left few

had everything set so I wrote a Facebook status

but then I thought: Why not? It turned out to be

minutes ago. I thought that I would calmly finish

that I will go with the first person who would

a great, inspiring chat. Really. I wasn’t bored for

up the tea, that somebody else might sit down to

want to join me. And I got a response from a guy

a single minute. He’s a freshman at Psychology

join me. Would you like some darjeeling?”

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