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Trojan’s Carousel: a magical night of dreams come true in Prague
A vintage opera at the National Theatre offers charming adventures for children and musical sophistication for adults.
Revival of Ostrčil’s The Legend of Erin misses the mark in Prague
An ambitious effort to honor hometown hero Otakar Ostrčil sags under its own weight at the Prague National Theatre.
A bleak Jenůfa from Calixto Bieito
The director drains the life out of an impassioned opera with a staging devoid of authenticity and ideas.
At Prague’s National Theatre, a witty, well-kept Smetana Secret
Aided by spirited singers and enthusiastic musicians, director Ondřej Havelka brings an imaginative, ironic touch to a lesser-known Smetana opera.
A torrid Lady Macbeth in Prague
Shostakovich's murderess comes to terrifying life in Martin Čičvák's smart, sensational production for the Prague State Opera.
A disappointing new Dvořák Armida at the Prague National Theatre
Armida offers a compelling story, resonant issues and the spectacle of dueling wizards – but unfortunately, not in this production.