The 28th edition of ''Made in Prague'' is taking place across many locations in London, including at the Czech Centre in Notting Hill.
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The organisers of ”Made in Prague” describe it as a vital bridge connecting Czech culture and creativity with the British public.
This is the biggest Czech culture festival in the capital and has a long-standing tradition. This year marks its 28th edition. The month-long programme brings together Czech music, film, literature and visual arts.
Organised by the Czech Centre in London, the festival provides a platform for cultural dialogue and exchange. The organisers say cultural dialogue matters.
I think culture is the aspect that brings people together. It is definitely the thing that broadens everyone’s horizons, so I think it’s got its place in London.
Veronika Blues, Communications Manager
This year, the programme opened with a classical music concert at the Barbican on 31 October, and will close at the Queen Elizabeth Hall on 30 November, when Czech violinist Pavel Šporcl will play alongside the English Chamber Orchestra.
One of this year’s cinematic centrepieces is Adam Martinec’s directorial debut, which was screened at The Garden Cinema last week. ”Our Lovely Pig Slaughter” is a comedy drama which depicts an annual Czech ceremony, exploring family dynamics in the process. It’s rooted in national tradition, but Martinec says everyone can relate to some elements of the film.
Even people who are not from the Czech Republic can relate to these family relationships […] I did the movie because I am afraid of loneliness and I believe this fear is universal.
Adam Martinec, Film Director
Leading the art section of the programme is ”A Shocking Experience behind the Curtain” by Jakub Matuška. The exhibition has taken over both of the Czech Centre’s galleries in Notting Hill. It’s is open to the public between Tuesday and Friday until January 2025.
”Individuals” by Czech artist Jakub Matuška is part of an exhibition at the Czech Centre’s gallery in Notting Hill.
”Made in Prague” events are taking place in partner venues across London, including the Barbican, British Library, the Czech Embassy and Regent Street Cinema. The festival runs until 30 November, and many of the events are free to attend.
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The organisers of ”Made in Prague” describe it as a vital bridge connecting Czech culture and creativity with the British public.
This is the biggest Czech culture festival in the capital and has a long-standing tradition. This year marks its 28th edition. The month-long programme brings together Czech music, film, literature and visual arts.
Organised by the Czech Centre in London, the festival provides a platform for cultural dialogue and exchange. The organisers say cultural dialogue matters.
I think culture is the aspect that brings people together. It is definitely the thing that broadens everyone’s horizons, so I think it’s got its place in London.
Veronika Blues, Communications Manager
This year, the programme opened with a classical music concert at the Barbican on 31 October, and will close at the Queen Elizabeth Hall on 30 November, when Czech violinist Pavel Šporcl will play alongside the English Chamber Orchestra.
One of this year’s cinematic centrepieces is Adam Martinec’s directorial debut, which was screened at The Garden Cinema last week. ”Our Lovely Pig Slaughter” is a comedy drama which depicts an annual Czech ceremony, exploring family dynamics in the process. It’s rooted in national tradition, but Martinec says everyone can relate to some elements of the film.
Even people who are not from the Czech Republic can relate to these family relationships […] I did the movie because I am afraid of loneliness and I believe this fear is universal.
Adam Martinec, Film Director
Leading the art section of the programme is ”A Shocking Experience behind the Curtain” by Jakub Matuška. The exhibition has taken over both of the Czech Centre’s galleries in Notting Hill. It’s is open to the public between Tuesday and Friday until January 2025.
”Individuals” by Czech artist Jakub Matuška is part of an exhibition at the Czech Centre’s gallery in Notting Hill.
”Made in Prague” events are taking place in partner venues across London, including the Barbican, British Library, the Czech Embassy and Regent Street Cinema. The festival runs until 30 November, and many of the events are free to attend.
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