The National Theatre is the representative stage of the Czech Republic and a symbol of national identity. Its Neo-Renaissance building, known as the "Golden Chapel," was designed by architect Josef Zítek and opened in 1883. The theatre brings together four artistic ensembles — Opera, Drama, Ballet, and Laterna Magika — and manages four stages, including the Estates Theatre and the State Opera. It is a designated national cultural monument.
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Mozart's classic opera about love, betrayal, and the triumph of good over evil.
Bedřich Smetana's beloved Czech opera about love and tradition. A masterpiece of classical theatre performed at the National Theatre in Prague.
Mozart's Don Giovanni performed by the National Theatre during the Prague Summer Nights festival.
Verdi's operatic masterpiece about the tragic love between courtesan Violetta and young nobleman Alfredo. Moving music and vibrant 2006 staging by French director Arnaud Bernard.
A theatrical performance staged at Prague's National Theatre.
Verdi's classic opera about King Nebuchadnezzar, performed by the National Theatre in Prague.
The classic drama Kytice takes the stage at Prague's National Theatre. One of the most celebrated Czech literary works brought to theatrical life.
Antonín Dvořák's legendary opera about a water nymph's love for a mortal prince, performed at the National Theatre in Prague.
A classical opera about the tragic story of Manon, performed at Prague's Národní Divadlo.
A traditional Czech fairy tale about the devil and Káča, performed by the National Theatre for the whole family.
A theatrical adaptation of Gustave Flaubert's classic novel about the tragic life of Madame Bovary.
The legendary opera "Carmen" at Prague's National Theatre. A timeless masterpiece of passion and drama that continues to move audiences worldwide.
Short opera performances presented at Prague's National Theatre, offering accessible operatic entertainment for all ages.
Mozart's "The Magic Flute" at Prague's National Theatre, part of the Prague Summer Nights festival.
Mozart's "The Magic Flute" performed by the National Theatre during the Prague Summer Nights festival.
A performance at the National Theatre Prague.
Goethe's classic tale of a young man in emotional turmoil, adapted as an opera at Prague's National Theatre.
A theatrical performance at the National Theatre in Prague about creation and miracle. The show begins at 5 PM.
Puccini's final opera Turandot returns to the Prague stage after forty years in a new production by director Katharina Wagner. A tale of love and sacrifice set in medieval Peking, featuring an outstanding cast and the National Theatre Orchestra.
Dance performance by students of the Dance Conservatory of Prague at the National Theatre.
A theatrical performance at the National Theatre in Prague. The show begins at 14:00 on May 17, 2026.
The National Theatre's ballet preparatory class presents a performance for children exploring dance and movement.
Janáček's opera exploring love and destiny within a rural family. A cornerstone of Czech opera performed at the National Theatre.
A music festival merging science and art, featuring innovative sound experiences for all audiences.
Meet the director and cast of the National Theatre's Hamlet production. A chance to discuss the creative process behind this classic drama.
Shakespeare's timeless tragedy of a Danish prince confronting guilt, revenge, and madness, staged at Prague's National Theatre.
A classic Czech opera about a nobleman who sets out into the world in search of happiness and love.
Graduation performance by students of the Prague Dance Conservatory at the National Theatre.
Verdi's monumental opera Aida tells the tragic love story of an Egyptian princess and an Ethiopian warrior. One of the most celebrated operas of all time.
A classic fairy tale about love and transformation staged at the National Theatre.
A performance of "Privatizace" at the National Theatre in Prague.
Mozart's masterpiece opera featuring the witty servant Figaro navigating love, intrigue, and marriage in a whirlwind of musical brilliance and comedy.
Traditional Japanese noh theatre performance by the Hóshó school, telling the tale of a spider demon.
Aeschylus's ancient Greek trilogy about redemption and justice, staged at Prague's National Theatre.
A dramaturgical introduction to Aeschylus's trilogy before the Oresteia performance at Prague's National Theatre.
A dramaturgical introduction to the production "Valerie and the Week of Wonders" at the National Theatre in Prague.
An entertaining introduction to opera at Prague's National Theatre, designed to make the art form accessible and enjoyable for all audiences.
A classic French opera, Dialogues des Carmélites, performed at the National Theatre in Prague.
A performance at the National Theatre in Prague.
Shakespeare's beloved comedy of mistaken identity and romance, performed by the National Theatre. A night of laughter, confusion, and unexpected love.
Puccini's classic opera depicting the dramatic fate of the singer Tosca. One of the most popular operas in the world repertoire.
A dramatic staging of Mary Shelley's iconic novel about scientific ambition and its tragic consequences.
A performance at the National Theatre Prague.
A dramaturgical introduction to the Frankenstein performance at the National Theatre in Prague.
Meet the creative team behind the National Theatre's "Our Ruffians" production and discover the story behind this theatrical work.
A classic Czech opera about love, honour and social tensions, performed by the National Theatre.
A theatrical adaptation of Alexandre Dumas's classic novel about the three musketeers and their swashbuckling adventures in Paris.
Theatre performance at the National Theatre in Prague.
A theatrical performance at the National Theatre in Prague.
A festive concert honouring the life anniversary of celebrated Czech opera singer Dagmar Pecková at the National Theatre.
Expert introduction to the opera Dialogues of the Carmelites at Prague's National Theatre, designed to enhance your understanding of the work.
A theatrical production at Prague's National Theatre exploring the story of Mary Magdalene.
A performance at the National Theatre Prague.
Shakespeare's beloved comedy of mistaken identities and romantic entanglements, a timeless tale of confusion and love.
A performance at the National Theatre in Prague on May 24, 2026 at 7:00 PM.
Experimental theatre performance at Prague's Národní Divadlo showcasing contemporary avant-garde artistic approaches.
The classic opera Carmen returns to the stage of the National Theatre with a traditional interpretation of Bizet's famous work.
A theatrical performance at Prague's National Theatre.
Henrik Ibsen's psychological drama about an ambitious woman navigating power, desire, and social constraints in a suffocating marriage.
A theatrical exploration of an alternate history where a Polish-Czech union triumphs in World War III, premiering at the National Theatre in Prague.
A dramaturgical introduction to the performance "In Our Hands" at the National Theatre in Prague.