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KomponistSmetana, Bedřich (1824-1884)
PeriodeRomantik
Jahr1872
GattungOper / Oratorium
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PragueLibuše

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Smetana: Libuše
Robert Jindra; Jan Burian; Prague National Theatre Opera; Jaroslav Kyzlink; Petr Zuska; Kateřina Štefková; Daniel Dvořák
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An intravenous dose of Czech patriotism: Libuše in Litomyšl

Kateřina Kněžíková (Libuše) © František Renza
Jakub Hrůsa, the Czech Philharmonic and a superb cast of singers give the full treatment to Smetana’s celebratory paean to the Czech nation.
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A cultural touchstone takes centre-stage at Prague's National Theatre

Smetana's Libuše makes a timely reappearance in Prague.
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Bohemian groves: a walk through Smetana’s homeland

Gardens at Benátky nad Jizerou Castle © Dagmar Malinová | Central Bohemia Tourist Board
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Prophet and mother to the Czechs: Smetana’s Libuše

Libuše at Prague National Theatre, 2018 © Hana Smejkalová
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The Bartered Bride at Ostrava © Martin Popelář
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