Karel Čapek (1890–1938) was a Czech writer, playwright and journalist, one of the most important figures of 20th-century Czech literature. He is internationally known for works such as R.U.R., War with the Newts and The White Disease. His play Mother (1938) is an anti-war drama exploring maternal love, loss and moral choice in the face of fanaticism and war.
A contemporary staging of Čapek's classic robot play, reimagined for the modern age. This premiere explores what happens when robots become everyday reality and questions humanity's future.
Karel Čapek's classic play about robots who discover their servitude, reimagined with dance, music, and live jazz piano.
MANA Theatre presents Čapek's anti-war drama about a mother losing her loved ones. Directed by Peter Gábor, starring Jitka Smutná.
(34 days)
Theatre performance at Dejvické Divadlo in Prague.
(36 days)
Interactive programme for children aged 5+ combining readings of Karel Čapek's fairy tales with a creative workshop where children craft their own tale-inspired characters and motifs.
