
The Music Digest
A listening programme by music journalist Dana Sywala exploring interesting artists and fresh musical contexts. Each month features a new curated selection of lesser-known and established names.
Palác Akropolis is a multifunctional cultural centre in Prague's Žižkov district, built in 1927 by architect Rudolf Václav Svoboda. The basement houses the main hall with a capacity of 700, complemented by a small stage, café, bars and a restaurant. As a hub of independent culture, it hosts over 900 events a year — concerts, theatre, exhibitions and film screenings across genres. At the end of the 20th century it was revived as the home stage of the "Prague Five", the best known of which was the Sklep Theatre.
Kubelíkova 1548/27, 130 00 Praha 3
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A listening programme by music journalist Dana Sywala exploring interesting artists and fresh musical contexts. Each month features a new curated selection of lesser-known and established names.

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A new Laterna magika production inspired by Václav Havel's libretto, exploring courage and resistance against tyranny. Premiering 10 September 2026 at Palác Akropolis.

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Theatre NIE presents a production about two boys from Aleppo journeying to Norway. Performed inside a Mongolian yurt, the show combines physical theatre, music, storytelling and shadow theatre for audiences aged 10 and up.

(2 days)
Concert by Jáma Lvová at Prague's Palác Akropolis.

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Antiwords will perform a concert at Prague's Palác Akropolis. Energetic live music for all rock music enthusiasts.

(2 days)
Australian experimental jazz trio The Necks brings their signature long-form improvisations to Prague, gradually building from quiet origins into rich sonic landscapes.

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An experimental hip-hop concert with producer MOPCUT and MC Dälek, two prominent voices in Czech underground music.

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Ballet performance at Palác Akropolis in Prague.

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Nonverbal physical theatre by Tantehorse featuring S(t)IGMA, a performance blending pantomime, dance, and butoh. Created by acclaimed artists Miřenka Čechová and Radim Vizváry.

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A provocative performance at Palác Akropolis in Prague.

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Russian rock band СОЮЗ and the 505 project with guest Fabio Radermacher perform at Palác Akropolis in Prague.

A themed party with 1920s atmosphere at Prague's Palác Akropolis.

A theatrical performance "Twenty-One" by the SPITFIRE COMPANY at Prague's Palác Akropolis.

Tribute band Banned from Utopia celebrates the legacy of legendary composer and guitarist Frank Zappa with a concert of his most iconic works.

Album release concert for Katarzia with support from Meowlau and Vojtik at Prague's Palác Akropolis.

Polish klezmer ensemble Bester Quartet blends traditional Jewish music with avant-garde experimentation. Debut album released on John Zorn's legendary Tzadik label.

TANTEHORSE concert with special guests Čechová and Vizváry at Palác Akropolis.

TANTEHORSE perform their album Rukojmí (Invisible IV.) at Palác Akropolis in Prague.

Argentine indie-pop band Parra For Cuva performs in Prague as part of their Nacar Tour.

German metal band HÄMATOM performs at Palác Akropolis. High-energy live show for heavy music fans.

German electronic music group Digitalism performs at Palác Akropolis.

Michelle Gurevich brings her slow-burning, lo-fi pop sound to Palác Akropolis, with critics drawing parallels to Leonard Cohen's emotional depth.

Zimmer90 concert at Palác Akropolis.

Cocotte Minute returns to Palác Akropolis with guests Post-it and Anteater. A rock concert featuring an exciting line-up.

Two British indie-rock acts, Heavy Lungs and Knives, perform at Prague's Palác Akropolis. A night of energetic UK rock.

Martin Brunner performs at Palac Akropolis in Prague.

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A concert bringing together Arbanová and Puttnerová with an impressive lineup of guest musicians including Trojan, König, Kemel and Javorský.

Boris Grebenshchikov, the enduring frontman of Russian rock legends Aquarium, brings the band to Palác Akropolis in Prague. Over forty years of music, multiple generations of fans.

Concert by legendary Russian musician Boris Grebenshikov, founder of the band Aquarium.

Legendary Russian rock musician Boris Grebenshchikov and his band BG+ present the programme "Strange News from a Distant Star" featuring classic Aquarium songs and new material.

A ballet performance by dancer Miřenka Čechová and Spitfire Company at Prague's Palác Akropolis.

Monika Načeva celebrates 30 years of the cult album "Red Sky" with a special tour and vinyl release party at Palác Akropolis. The concert features an accompanying band blending experimental music, poetry, and underground energy.

Concert by Bulgarian singer Monika Načeva at Prague's Palac Akropolis.
Slovenian industrial band Laibach performs in Prague.

Legendary Slovenian industrial group Laibach brings their ambitious Musick Tour to Prague.

Slovenian industrial group Laibach returns to Prague with a new programme featuring mostly recent compositions and selections from their archive. Concert at Palác Akropolis.

Slovenian industrial band Laibach brings their distinctive sound to Palác Akropolis with performances of Tanz Mit Laibach, The Whistleblowers, and more.

Slovenian industrial band Laibach performs in Prague.

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Patočka Fest is a music festival held at Palác Akropolis in Prague, featuring a diverse programme for music enthusiasts.

A performance by the Orff Brothers at Palac Akropolis.

Bratři Orffové is a Czech alternative band that has been combining electronics with live music since 2002. Their concerts are rare but always eagerly anticipated events.

Prague breakbeat band U-Prag releases their fourth album with an expanded ensemble, string quartet, and guests. Support: Surf Robbery, followed by an afterparty.

Concert by U-Prag at Palac Akropolis.

A psychological drama by Theatre NIE following five young people as they revisit the breakdown of their friendship and uncover how mental health struggles shaped their relationships. The production blends physical theatre, live music, and striking visual design.

A philosophical performance for children aged 6 and up about loss and memory, combining live music, colours and humour with deeper questions about what we lose in life.

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A theatrical performance by the Divadlo Nie ensemble at Prague's Palác Akropolis.

The theatre collective NIE presents three stories of young people from 1930s Czechoslovakia in a production about darkness, evil, and hope, combining humour, character-driven acting, and live music.

Festival NIE celebrates 25 years of Divadlo Nie with performances by Můra and other artists. A theatre event at Palác Akropolis.

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A poetic performance about loss and memories. The play explores deep human emotions and the search for what no longer exists.

Divadlo NIE celebrates 25 years of international collaborative theatre with a festive opening concert featuring music from their productions and a gathering of artists and audiences.

Divadlo NIE presents the premiere of MŮRA, a new production combining storytelling, clowning, animation and music, as part of the ensemble's 25th anniversary celebration at Palác Akropolis.

Iberian Waves is a three-day festival at Palác Akropolis showcasing the musical diversity of Spain and Portugal. Experimental composers, traditional interpreters, and electronic artists from Iberian regions will perform.

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International theatre ensemble NIE presents "Mucha: A Little Light Still Remains" as part of their 25th-anniversary festival at Palác Akropolis. A showcase of original work blending storytelling, music, and commedia dell'arte.

British drummer and composer Tom Skinner brings his Voices of Bishara project to Prague – an original blend of chamber jazz, post-dub and African music from a member of The Smile and Sons of Kemet.

The 35th edition of THE MUSIC DIGEST music programme features a curated selection of artists and tracks.

Antares is a new jazz project by vocalist Anežka Matouškova that blends jazz, folk music, and original songwriting. Part of the Jazz Nejtek Selection programme.

Czech rock band Antares performs at Prague's Palác Akropolis.

A tour by Korben Dallas, bringing energetic music and entertainment for fans of quality Czech music.

British experimental singer Puma Blue presents his new album Croak Dream with a full band, supported by multidisciplinary artist Tony Njoku.

A music competition showcasing three nominated acts – indie folk band Ida The Young, country-punk ensemble Frankie & The Deadbeats, and electronic producer badfocus. The winner will represent the Czech music scene at Europe's premier Eurosonic Noorderslag festival in January 2027.