
The Expulsion of Gerty Schnirch
A dramatization of Kateřina Tučková's novel about Gerty Schnirch, exploring the Brno death march and questions of guilt, forgiveness, and reconciliation between Czechs and Germans.
HaDivadlo (originally Hanácké divadlo – Haná Region Theatre) is an alternative repertory theatre that has been based in a former cinema in Brno's Alfa Passage since 2004. Founded in 1974 in Prostějov, it moved to Brno in 1985 as a professional ensemble and has been part of the Centre for Experimental Theatre since 1992. The theatre is known for its demanding dramaturgy and distinctive artistic vision, associated with directors such as Arnošt Goldflam and Jan Antonín Pitínský.
Poštovská 455/8, 602 00 Brno
Mon-Fri 10:00-18:00

A dramatization of Kateřina Tučková's novel about Gerty Schnirch, exploring the Brno death march and questions of guilt, forgiveness, and reconciliation between Czechs and Germans.

A theatrical performance exploring the fate of Gerta Schnirch, presented at HaDivadlo in Brno.

A theatrical adaptation of an autobiographical novel about coming of age in a small Moravian town, where loneliness, family trauma, and the desire to escape collide. Director Ondřej Štefaňák and author Marek Torčík share a similar story and created an intimate exploration of identity and the fear of return.

Live session with #baddiessobě at Brno's HaDivadlo theatre. Evening concert with free entry.

An evening of bold and playful drag performances, acrobatics, and dance that caps off a three-week celebration of drag culture.

A playful theatrical experiment inspired by Einstein's theory of relativity, where a train journey becomes a witty exploration of space, time, and everyday paradoxes.

A collectively created HaDivadlo production about Joan of Arc, who sets out into battle to stop the Hundred Years' War. The play questions gender norms and explores faith, activism, and confronting power structures.

A theatrical production about the life and fate of Joan of Arc on the stage of Brno's HaDivadlo theatre.

A sarcastic comedy about Hitler in his private life, where his story unfolds in the kitchen and domestic scenes filled with grotesque humour and absurdity.

An autobiographical prose by French anthropologist Nastassja Martin about a bear attack in Kamchatka and the subsequent process of healing from physical and psychological wounds.

An original HaDivadlo production exploring ancient women competing in a reality show format for power and voice. A contemporary take on Helena, Clytemnestra, Penelope, Medea, and Cassandra through the lens of modern female identity.

Theatre performance Indian in Danger at HaDivadlo in Brno.

A Swiss satire on middle-class conformism: when businessman Biedermann invites strangers into his home, a chain of grotesque situations unfolds. Max Frisch's classic play featuring Jiří Miroslav Valůšek in the lead role.

Theatre performance Memory Burn at HaDivadlo in Brno on 16 October 2026 at 19:30.

An adaptation of Ludvík Vaculík's iconic novel about finding one's place in a polarized society. Director Břetislav Rychlík and dramaturg Cyril Drozda bring the story of a father, family, and memory to the stage of HaDivadlo.

An original theatre production about walking, departure, and journeys, interwoven with passages from Olga Tokarczuk's novel Runners.

Theatre performance Jane of Arc at HaDivadlo in Brno.

A dark comedy about three retirees spending time at a table discussing life, freedom and society. An award-winning 2020 production.

HaDivadlo's production of "The Seagull" explores desire and its denial, love and stagnation in the lives of four characters seeking inspiration and happiness amid summer heat.

A Christmas tale of miracles and hope, traditionally staged by HaDivadlo during Advent. The original puppet play has been adapted and directed by Ján Sedal, with Pavel Liška in the lead role. For audiences aged 4 to 99.

A witty adaptation of Angela Carter's novel about two retired musical theatre stars reminiscing on their dramatic lives during their father's centennial birthday party. Directed by Kamila Polívková.

A generational statement about freedom and identity combining physical theatre with performance. Through humour and music, the creative team explores feminism, stereotypes, and the search for stability in a polarized world, followed by a post-show debate.

A minimalist dance-theatre piece for a single performer, inspired by Kafka's The Metamorphosis. A semi-naked body on a table beneath a single light explores the fragility of human existence.
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A theatrical performance with Honza Malík and Markéta Stránská at HaDivadlo theatre.

A raw and personal confession about growing up in a family marked by drugs and crime, conveyed through dance, music, and performative storytelling.

A festival celebrating creative courage and experimentation in theatre and the arts. Featuring meetings of artists, discussions, and performances at HaDivadlo in Brno.

Memorial evening for Michal Ženíšek at HaDivadlo in Brno. A tribute to his life and artistic contributions.

A gathering for seniors at HaDivadlo featuring moderated discussion, shared reflection on the evening's programme, and space to exchange experiences. Starts at 16:00, admission 50 CZK.

Theater Class CED (Strong Coffee) presents "On the Table", a theatrical performance at HaDivadlo in Brno.

A theatrical performance about Brno's peculiar atmosphere that seeps under the skin of everyone who lives there or finds themselves in the city.

The band Sekyra will perform in Šumperk as part of their tour.

Chekhov's masterpiece about the loss of certainties and the search for truth in life. HaDivadlo's production presents realistic drama as a hymn to ecology.

Educators gather in Brno to prepare for the upcoming season. Free entry.

HaDivadlo theatre opens its 52nd season with the production "Then Came a Kiss on the Lips". A theatrical premiere in Brno.

A casual meeting for journalists and theatre enthusiasts at HaDivadlo. Discussion about theatre and culture over coffee.

Live session with musician seafur (Dorota Brázdovičová) at HaDivadlo in Brno. Free entry.

A staged reading of a new play by Jana Vaverkova and Robin Mayer at HaDivadlo theatre. The play unfolds in a radio studio and explores the clash between dramaturgical control and the chaos of reality.

Jean-Luc Lagarce's autobiographical play about a man returning home with his secret. A hypnorealist drama exploring family, silence, and the yearning for acceptance.

An original production by the CED Theatre Studio about six characters at a house party trying to resolve their personal issues in 45 minutes. Experimental theatre featuring elements of object theatre.