Česká centra, Czech Centres

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.

Lecture with historian Vojtěch Kyncl: The Aftermath of WWII in Czechoslovakia

Lecture with archival footage including unique shots from Pilsen, accompanied by recordings from Czech Radio and followed by Q&A.

Pop Rock Concert: MICHAL HRŮZA

Singer, songwriter and lyricist Michal Hrůza will play his debut concert in New York City!

Julie Urbišová: My home in NOLA - temporary address: New Orleans, Louisiana

Friendly gathering with Czech journalist living in New Orleans. In her book "My home in Nola" she not only captures the everyday life of an European woman in the center of American South, but mainly covers typical NOLA and Louisiana topics such as Mardi Gras, jazz or fine cuisine.