Žižkovské divadlo Járy Cimrmana (ŽDJC) is a theatre in Prague's Žižkov district, home since 1992 to the celebrated Divadlo Járy Cimrmana ensemble performing the comic plays of Ladislav Smoljak and Zdeněk Svěrák. It occupies a Neo-Renaissance building from 1875 (Masarykův dům) with a 230-seat auditorium. Alongside DJC, the venue hosts Divadlo AQUALUNG, 3D Company, Cimrman English Theatre and touring companies. In summer, an intimate courtyard stage operates from June to September.
Štítného 520/5, 130 00 Praha 3
Mon–Thu 16:30–19:30, other days one hour before the performance
Quarterly theatre subscription offering a curated programme of performances at Prague's Žižkovské Theatre Járy Cimrmana from autumn through the end of 2026.
A Cimrman theatrical piece about Prince Jason's quest to defeat the evil giant Kolodej, who has cursed Princess Goldilocks. The performance combines a lecture on Czech fairy tales with a humorous play full of absurd situations and unexpected twists.
Three generations of women gather in a hotel room on the eve of a wedding, sparking sharp exchanges and honest confessions in this witty British comedy.
Theatrical adaptation of Čapek's classic novel about conflict between humans and newts, performed at Žižkovské Divadlo Járy Cimrmana.
A comedic play about the Hussite military commander Jan Žižka, presented by Divadlo Járy Cimrmana. A witty exploration of Hussite history that questions whether Žižka was a villain or a hero.
A classic Czech theatre production at Žižkovské Divadlo Járy Cimrmana, a renowned Prague venue.
Theatrical performance The Act at Žižkovské Divadlo Járy Cimrmana in Prague.
A fun performance for children aged 5 and up about the Hussite era with two actors, full of battles, songs and surprises.
A theatrical adaptation of George Orwell's dystopian novel, presented by Žižkovské Divadlo Járy Cimrmana.
A theatrical performance at Žižkovské Divadlo Járy Cimrmana in Prague on September 24.
A classic Jára Cimrman Theatre production - an absurdist comedy about the conquest of the North Pole.
A classic Czech comedy Mute Bobes performed by the Jara Cimrman Theatre - a funny show with elements of absurdity.
A moving play about a mother and her son with intellectual disability, exploring the boundaries between self-sacrifice and the right to one's own life.
A staging of a classic Czech dramatic work at Žižkovské Divadlo Járy Cimrmana.
Theatrical performance "Afrika" at Žižkovské Divadlo Járy Cimrmana in Prague.
A classic Czech theatrical comedy featuring the iconic Járy Cimrman ensemble at their home theatre in Prague.
A theatrical performance at the Žižkov Theatre of Járy Cimrmana. A comedy show in the spirit of the famous Czech theatrical tradition.
A classic Jára Cimrman comedy about the mystery of a vanished class register, featuring the playwright's signature wit and absurdist school-setting humor.
A theatrical performance of "Parchanti" at Žižkovské Divadlo Járy Cimrmana. The show takes place on Friday, 23 October at 19:00.
An absurd comedy at Žižkovské Divadlo Járy Cimrmana that plays with masks and identity.
A contemporary staging of the classic robot drama R.U.R., exploring humanity's future through the lens of artificial creation.
A classic British comedy about a mysterious woman in black who appears in a house and causes chaos.
A retro sci-fi aviation adventure featuring the airship Imperial LS-1 launching from Žižkov airfield toward the Moon.
A classic Czech theatrical performance with humorous flair at Prague's Žižkovské Divadlo Járy Cimrmana.
A traditional seminar about Jára Cimrman followed by a one-act play with songs and dance, originally written in 1910–1911 and first performed in Tanvald.
A theatrical performance by the Jára Cimrman Theatre where music becomes the central character of a comedic spectacle.
The fourteenth Cimrman play about Czech travelers in Africa who encounter a peculiar cannibal tribe. An absurd comedy packed with linguistic wordplay and unexpected twists.
A playful fairy-tale production showing how classic stories meet modern technology. The show highlights the dangers of the cyber world and is designed for children from 4 years old.
English-language stand-up comedy performance at Žižkovské Divadlo Járy Cimrmana.
Classic Czech comedy performed at Žižkovské Divadlo Járy Cimrmana in Prague.
A theatrical performance at the iconic Žižkovské Divadlo Járy Cimrmana in Prague.
A classic Czech comedy by the Járy Cimrman Theatre, known for its distinctive humor and absurdist logic.
A performance with Finda at the Žižkov Theatre of Járy Cimrmana, featuring an entertaining programme in the spirit of Czech theatrical tradition.
A Jára Cimrman theatre production featuring the absurdist comedy "Men in Armor, or All the Flatland is a Stage!".
A fairy tale performance for children with a guided tour of the theatre afterwards.
The thirteenth Járy Cimrman Theatre production examines how aging transforms the human soul and mind. Scattered dialogues and dulled wit create a portrait of maturation.
Stephen Mallatratt's cult horror play about a young lawyer uncovering dark secrets in a fog-shrouded mansion. A two-actor performance featuring Petr Florián and Ondřej Novák.
An original adaptation of Chekhov's classic moves the story of three sisters to Žižkov. Summer reprises in the Žižkov Theatre Courtyard.
An immersive detective mystery set in a First Republic-era hotel, where audiences explore the theatre and become part of the unfolding crime story.
The second part of Járy Cimrman's beloved sketch comedy series, performed at his iconic Žižkov theatre. An evening of absurdist humour and theatrical wit.
A summer theatre workshop for children featuring practical exercises, theatrical games, and the chance to experience acting firsthand.
A theatrical performance at Žižkovské Divadlo Járy Cimrmana featuring the Kolík 26: KUKairlines production.
A theatrical performance at Žižkovské Divadlo Járy Cimrmana featuring classic Czech comedy.
A theatrical performance inspired by the works of Franz Kafka, presented at Žižkovské Divadlo Járy Cimrmana.
A theatre festival celebrating Czech humanist and educator Premysl Pitter, held in his native Žižkov district. School and theatre groups perform productions inspired by his life and social legacy.
A theatrical performance exploring the conquest of the North Pole, presented at Prague's iconic Cimrman theatre.
An English-language production of the classic Czech comedy about a polar expedition, performed by British professional actors based in Prague.
Jára Cimrman, as a pedagogue, wrote an absurd geographical description of Bohemia for a military manual, full of nonsense and invented places. This theatrical investigation explores whether it was ignorance or deliberate sabotage.
A psychological thriller about two incompatible personalities trapped in a single space. The play explores the boundaries between love and violence, between kidnapper and hostage.
A theatrical performance about the legendary Czech military leader Jan Žižka, staged at Prague's Žižkovské Divadlo Járy Cimrmana.
A classic detective play based on Conan Doyle's novel about a mysterious hound terrorizing the Baskerville family.