Polička/Shelf is an exhibition space within DOX Centre for Contemporary Art in Prague's Holešovice district. DOX, the largest private institution of its kind in the Czech Republic, opened in 2008 and focuses on contemporary art, architecture and design. The Shelf functions as a supplementary gallery space inside the centre's converted industrial complex.
An exhibition by Radka Bodzewicz reflecting on Goethe's Faust through Jung's concept of human desire archetypes, combining classical art techniques with virtual reality and 3D printing.
Lukáš Procházka's exhibition of zines and photographs examines identity as a process of learning and failure, inspired by Judith Butler's theory of gender as repeated performance.
The ANDROS exhibition explores representations of the male body in contemporary Central European art, bringing together over forty artists from the Czech Republic, Germany, Austria, and the Visegrád countries.
Contemporary art exhibition inspired by Géricault's classic "Raft of the Medusa", exploring how a historical masterpiece resonates with today's crises and human resilience.
Three Czech authors present readings on contemporary masculinity within the ANDROS exhibition space, exploring themes of strength and vulnerability through poetry and prose.
A discussion with British artist Tom de Freston and South African visual artist Conrad Botes about their exhibition inspired by Géricault's iconic Raft of the Medusa. Includes exhibition entry.
An open art workshop exploring how stories can be reshaped and experienced through space and form, inspired by Radka Bodzewicz's FAUST exhibition.
A discussion by three prominent figures on societal resilience: philosopher Alice Koubová, writer Martin M. Šimečka, and poet Michal Tallo explore hope and resilience in contemporary society.
An open art workshop where participants create blackout poetry by crossing out text on a small surface, then take home their work as a fridge magnet.
British author Missouri Williams, whose novel made the Booker Prize longlist, presents her work in Prague, moderated by Czech poet Marek Torčík.
Palestinian poet Ghájath Almadhún presents his work in conversation with Czech writer Jonáš Zbořil. This hour-long English-language programme explores poetry that interweaves personal loss with histories of violence and displacement.
A debate on Václav Havel and hope in the modern world featuring Belarusian dissident Maxim Znak, Turkish composer Zülfü Livaneli, and Irish lawyer Bill Shipsey. Moderated by Iranian artist Azadeh Kangarani.
A creative workshop for toddlers aged 2 to 4 at the DOX Centre for Contemporary Art. Children create and play among the colourful works of artist Radka Bodzewicz.
A meditative movement installation where aerialist Eliška Brtnická deconstructs the trapeze into a kinetic sculpture, exploring fragility and the dialogue between body and material.
A creative workshop for toddlers aged 2 to 4 at DOX, inspired by architecture and the FAUST exhibition. Children can play, create and develop their imagination.
An exhibition of visual work by David Tibet, founder of Current 93, presenting his drawings and paintings as independent records of dreams and visions, interwoven with his music and literary practice.
French author Marie NDiaye discusses her magical realist fiction, literary prizes, and novels including a Booker Prize finalist with poet Guillaume Basset.
Turkish composer, writer, and intellectual Zülfü Livaneli discusses his work across music, literature, and film. A 60-minute talk with Czech interpretation.
Ukrainian writer Oksana Zabužko shares her experience of war and a new essay on memory and identity at DOX. The conversation is led by Czech poet Marie Iljašenko.
Writer Marek Šindelka and journalist Jan Němec discuss Šindelka's new novel about systems of tenderness, fragility, and performance pressure in a pianist's life.
An open art workshop where children aged 4+ and adults learn to create layered color compositions and relief art inspired by Radka Bodzewicz's FAUST exhibition.
British author Kiran Millwood Hargrave discusses her novel "Julie and the Shark", a tale of obsession and family on a remote island. A 60-minute talk in English.
A discussion with artists Conrad Botes and Tom de Freston about Géricault's Raft of the Medusa and its relevance to the contemporary world, moderated by DOX curators. Exhibition entry included.
Painter Radka Bodzewicz and poet Radek Malý discuss Goethe's Faust in a dialogue between visual art and literature. Admission to the exhibition is included.
Finnish-Estonian author Sofi Oksanen discusses her latest book on Putin's war against women with literary critic Jitka Hanušová, exploring violence, power, and imperialism.
Norwegian author Oliver Lovrenski discusses his acclaimed debut novel with Czech poet Jonáš Zbořil. A raw, rhythmically inventive story of teenage life in Oslo that became an international bestseller.
Georgian poet Paata Shamugia, an active supporter of pro-democracy protests, discusses poetry and artistic resistance with Slovak writer Michal Tallo in this 60-minute conversation held in English.
A discussion on contemporary Czech prose and poetry featuring three young literary critics, exploring current trends and voices in Czech literature.
A guided tour of the Argus & Medusa exhibition with curators and participating artists exploring themes of hope and artistic practice.
Interactive workshop for teachers and librarians exploring the Narrative 4 methodology of radical empathy and story-sharing, led by Rachel Gleeson.
A family art workshop inspired by Radka Bodzewicz's exhibition about Faust. Participants can paint and draw while reflecting on desire, knowledge, and self-forgiveness.
A guided tour of the ANDROS exhibition examining how contemporary Central European art reflects questions of masculinity and male embodiment, led by curator and writer Vratislav Maňák.
A creative workshop for young children aged 2 to 4 and their caregivers, inspired by a contemporary art exhibition. Together they explore the gallery and then create with various materials.
A solo choreographic work by Viktor Cerny blending dance, physical theatre, and visual art. An internationally acclaimed piece performed on over 120 stages worldwide.
A performance by Betka Tichá using sensors that track her heart rate and synchronize bodily data with sound and light. An exploration of how the body physically and emotionally responds to external and internal stimuli.
The opening of the ANDROS exhibition at DOX Centre for Contemporary Art explores what it means to be a man in contemporary Central European art. This collective project, curated by writer Vratislav Maňák, presents works by over 40 artists from the Czech Republic, Germany, Austria, and the Visegrád countries.
A family art workshop inspired by Radka Bodzewicz's exhibition about Faust. Participants will create their own story on large formats with prepared materials.
A dance-music exploration of presence and disappearance, featuring performer Andrej Štepita and trombonist Štěpan Janoušek in a liminal space between movement and sound.
A debate on the expulsion of Sudeten Germans and its place in Czech memory, education, and culture, featuring experts in the field.
Family art workshop inspired by Jiří Petrbok's exhibition exploring self-portraiture, masks, and ways of revealing or concealing oneself.
A retrospective of Jiří Petrbok's work from the 1990s to today, exploring self-portraiture as a space of transformation and irony. His visual diary presents identity as a fragile, ever-shifting process shaped by institutions, society, and the body itself.
A workshop for young people exploring how digital overload shapes identity and reality perception. Participants create collages from media clippings and screenshots, visit an exhibition, and discuss doomscrolling and information flow.
Family art workshop exploring values and our connection to nature through creative activities inspired by an exhibition on resilience.
A family art workshop exploring the HIT BY NEWS exhibition, where participants use creative techniques to discover positive stories and meaningful moments amid the deluge of negative headlines.
A summer creative programme for families at DOX Centre. Children and their grandparents explore various activities inspired by contemporary art, guided by instructors in a gallery environment.
A summer film festival on the DOX+ rooftop featuring nine acclaimed films exploring journalism, media scandals, and the power of news to shape society.
A creative workshop for toddlers aged 2–4 exploring movement and colour through drawing, painting, and art play inspired by the GA-I-SU-RA exhibition.
Japanese painter Moemi Yamamoto lectures on Japanese aesthetics of darkness and cultural exchange. The programme includes a guided tour of the GA-I-SU-RA exhibition dedicated to Czech Japanologist Petr Geisler.
Two-part educational workshop for teachers exploring the history of media and the role of curators in contemporary art, connected to the HIT BY NEWS exhibition.
A live reading of world literature about airships at DOX. A special evening with the Poesiomat, a poetry machine, whose recordings visitors can enjoy anytime afterward.