Wed 9.9.
Švanda Theatre, Prague
Karel Plíhal - Recital
A recital performance by Czech actor and director Karel Plíhal in Prague.
Karel Plíhal
About
Karel Plíhal (born 23 August 1958 in Přerov) is a Czech folk and jazz singer-songwriter, guitarist, lyricist and poet, self-taught and known for his intricate guitar style and witty, often absurdist Czech verse. He is a four-time winner of the Porta folk festival award and received the Anděl Award in 2012 for his album Vzduchoprázdniny. After a hiatus caused by focal dystonia, he returned to the stage in 2018, now playing mandolin alongside guitarist Petr Fiala.
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Porta award winner (folk festival)
What's new
- 2026-06
Karel Plíhal announced a series of concerts in Slovakia - according to a report from June 15, 2026, he will perform 10 shows.
- 2026-06
The official website publishes the dates of the autumn tour 2026, including two Prague performances at the Švandův Theatre (September 9 and 10) and a concert in Plzen (October 7).
- 2018
After a career break caused by focal dystonia, Plíhal returned to the concert stage in 2018 - he is accompanied on guitar by Petr Fiala, while he himself switched to the mandolin.
- 2012
For the album Vzduchoprázdniny (2012), Plíhal received the Anděl Award in the Folk & Country category.
Tour
ChotěmiceČesticeHradec KrálovéHrad TroskyTelčMníšek pod BrdyVysoké u PříbraměPrahaPlzeňTurnovSvitavy
Tracks
Rada se milujemost listened track on Spotify, over 1.3 million plays
Kluzištětitle track of an album from 2000, over 1.2 million plays on Spotify
Vzduchoprázdninyalbum from 2012, awarded the Anděl prize in the Folk & Country category
Nebe počkáalbum from 2004 with poems by Josef Kainara set to music, collaboration with Zuzana Navarova
Králíci, ptáci a hvězdyalbum from 1996, one of the highest-rated in the discography
Recent shows
- Jun 17, 2026 Slezská plovárna, Hradec Králové
- Dec 9, 2025 Divadlo Drak, Hradec Králové
- Dec 8, 2025 Divadlo Drak, Hradec Králové
Upcoming · 8
Wed 7.10.
20:00
Měšťanská Beseda, Pilsen
Karel Plíhal
Musician Karel Plíhal and guitarist Petr Fiala perform witty songs and poetic numbers, blending humorous verses with emotionally resonant lyrics.
Tue 20.10.
19:00
Fabrika, Svitavy
Karel Plíhal - Recital
A recital by Czech songwriter Karel Plíhal with guitarist Petr Fiala, featuring delicate poetry, intelligent humour, and masterful guitar playing.
Thu 22.10.
19:00
DK Poklad, Ostrava
Karel Plíhal - Recital
A recital by Czech pianist and composer Karel Plíhal at the House of Culture Poklad in Ostrava.
Tue 3.11.
19:00
GONG Theatre, Prague
KAREL PLÍHAL
A concert by Czech folk singer-songwriter and poet Karel Plíhal. Original songs and poetry performed in an intimate setting.
Tue 24.11.
19:00
Cultural Centre VRATISLAVICE 101010, Liberec
450 Kč · ≈ 19 €
Concert: KAREL PLÍHAL - RECITAL
Recital by Czech composer and lyricist Karel Plíhal with guitarist Petr Fiala. An intimate concert in Liberec.
Wed 25.11.
19:00
UFFO, Trutnov
460 Kč · ≈ 19 €
Karel Plíhal: Recital
A recital by renowned Czech pianist Karel Plíhal. An evening of classical music at UFFO in Trutnov.
Tue 15.12.
19:30
Musilka, Brno
from 380 Kč · ≈ 16 €
Karel Plíhal – Recital
A recital by musician, lyricist and poet Karel Plíhal, accompanied by guitarist Petr Fiala. Recommended for adults and older children.
Past · 3
Sat 13.6.
17:00
Čestice Palace, Čestice
from 450 Kč · ≈ 19 €
Karel Plíhal + Robert Křesťan & DRUHÁ TRÁVA + MaMuMa
A music festival at the castle featuring three stars of Czech music: Karel Plíhal, Robert Křesťan & DRUHÁ TRÁVA, and MaMuMa. Children under 12 enter free.
Wed 27.5.
19:00
Municipal Theatre Kladno, Kladno
Karel Plíhal
Composer and musician Karel Plíhal presents his own programme in Kladno.
Wed 20.5.
17:00
Masaryk Cultural House, Židlochovice
from 250 Kč · ≈ 10 €
Karel Plíhal - Recital
A recital by musician and lyricist Karel Plíhal, who sings and plays the mandolin, accompanied by guitarist Petr Fiala. The programme features beloved songs, new compositions, and poetic miniatures with intelligent humour and self-irony.