Brno
Divadlo Husa na provázku (Goose on a String Theatre) is a leading Czech experimental theatre in Brno, active since 1967. It was founded around dramaturg Bořivoj Srba by a group of professional theatre-makers, JAMU students, musicians and visual artists, taking its name from a book of libretti by Brno writer Jiří Mahen. Since 1992 it has been based in the House of the Lords of Fanal on Zelný trh and forms part of the Centre for Experimental Theatre (CED). The theatre is known for its irregular dramaturgy, authorial productions and regular participation in international festivals.
Zelný trh 9, 602 00 Brno
Mon-Fri 10:00-18:00, Sat-Sun and public holidays one hour before the performance
An original theatrical production about the Haas brothers, composer Pavel and actor Hugo, separated by the Second World War. The play sets their fates in opposition and moves between history and fiction.
An experimental theatre piece reimagining Karl Marx as a contemporary figure struggling with housing crisis, philosophy, and personal relationships in a surreal journey through his life.
in 2 days (2 days)
A theatrical exploration of sexuality, shame, and social taboos that questions why sex remains forbidden in our culture despite being fundamental to human nature.
in 4 days
An adaptation of Singer's novel about how society collapses under crisis and how people become easy prey for false messiahs. A theatrical production exploring when fear and superstition take hold.
in 6 days (2 days)
Slovak musician Dežo Ursiny and his son Jakub exchanged letters through their apartment hallway as the boy moved in with his dying father. This theatre production interweaves their correspondence with Dežo's diary entries and his songs, full of everyday struggles and yearning for freedom.
in 6 days
An amateur ensemble of seniors presents an original grotesque about life in a care home where all rules collapse and a new order emerges.
An amateur ensemble of seniors presents a production about fear inspired by Milada Rezková's children's book, exploring anxieties through objects and shadows to show that fear is universal across all ages.
(3 days)
A production about hope and resilience that collects audience stories and transforms them into an evening celebrating the courage not to give up. Director Jan Mikulášek and the actors share their own experiences in this show inspired by R.E.M.'s song.
The vocal ensemble Mammas&Mammas from central Bohemia performs original arrangements of Czech, Slovak, and world songs featuring 16 unique voices under the direction of conductor Amálka Třebická.
Monthly morning yoga class at Husa na provázku Theatre with an experienced instructor. Bring your own mat.
A psychological thriller by director Lynne Ramsay starring Jennifer Lawrence. A story about a marriage in crisis, where a mother struggles between family and her own identity.
Jazz trio SAKOBI with Radek Zapadlo, Vilém Spilka, and Martin Kleibl premieres their second album San, featuring guest musicians from multiple generations.
(2 days)
A theatrical production based on the cult blog KKRD Boys, featuring sharp and irreverent humor about contemporary society.
(2 days)
A Czech-Romani collective explores mutual prejudices and coexistence in an original performance combining humor, live music, and an unconventional atmosphere.
(2 days)
A staged concert exploring Czech-Slovak relations, where the Husa na provázku ensemble performs Slovak melodies and Czech stereotypes as a musical conversation between two nations.
Three distinct perspectives on contemporary jazz: Géraldine Cécile Schnyder with her Parley project, experimental Notepecker, and Nguyên Lê Streams Quartet at the Brno Music Marathon.
An intimate road movie about a mother and son traveling through Italy in a caravan. A Czech premiere at Cannes exploring freedom, care, and humanity.
A theatrical gala inspired by the Darwin Award that asks whether humanity can overcome its own stupidity. A dark comedy about evolution, influence, and morality.
A detective comedy about the breakdown of a traditional family. The play asks what is actually normal and how tolerant we truly are of difference.