The Casino Phenomenon

A guided tour of the Casino Community House in Mariánské Lázně, home to the oldest Czech symphony orchestra.

The Casino Community House is one of the most significant buildings in Mariánské Lázně and an integral part of its cultural and social life. Its representative halls and architectural decoration evoke the era when spa society, artists, and notable figures gathered here. The Casino Phenomenon tour introduces visitors to the building's history, its transformation over time, and the story of the West Bohemian Symphony Orchestra, which is still based here, while also offering a glimpse behind the scenes.

What awaits visitors?
- Tour of the main halls (Marble, Mirror, Red)
- Pink salon and rehearsal room of the West Bohemian Symphony Orchestra
- The building's history, architecture, and famous personalities
- A look behind the scenes of the orchestra and its more than 200-year history

Guide: Vladimír Smutný, director of the West Bohemian Symphony Orchestra

When: Thursdays 12 Feb, 19 Feb, 12 Mar, 26 Mar, 9 Apr, 30 Apr, 7 May, 28 May, 4 Jun, 18 Jun, 2 Jul, 16 Jul, 6 Aug, 20 Aug, 3 Sep, 24 Sep, 8 Oct, 22 Oct, 5 Nov, 26 Nov, 3 Dec, 17 Dec, always from 14:00

Practical information:
- Duration: approximately 40 minutes
- Language: Czech
- Start and end: foyer of the Casino Community House