The Drug of Art: Ivan Blatný at 100
Ivan Blatný is known as one of the most prominent Czech poets of the 20th century. This poetry evening will pay homage to his work through bringing together poets, translators and scholars along with the publishers of the first bilingual edition of Blatný’s work, The Drug of Art.
Exhibition: The Liberation of Pilsen - Celebrating the 75th anniversary of the liberation by the US Army
The city of Pilsen is considered to be one of the last cities to be liberated by the Allies during the end of WWII. This exhibition will explain the advance of Allied troops from Normandy to Pilsen, the role of General George S. Patton and other historical circumstances.
Swinging to Freedom: Pilsner Jazz Band
To commemorate the 75th anniversary of the liberation of the city of Pilsen, Pilsen Jazz Band will honour the US Army troops who liberated the city at the end of WWII with a concert introducing their wide repertoire, ranging from jazz to swing and blues.
Presentation of the Czech Image project and catalogue launch. December 5, 2019
Opening night with performance at Art in General on November 24, 2019.
Celebrating the 30th anniversary of the Velvet Revolution. November 8, 2019.