Prague events » September 2013:

Antonín Dvorák's Symphony No. 9, Op. 95, “From the New World” is the Czech composer's best known symphony. Dvorák composed it shortly after arriving in New York in 1982, where he was invited to become the Director of the National Conservatory of Music. This small exhibition at the Antonín Dvorák Museum features music scores, pictures and autographs, and reveals the connection between the symphony and ancient American-Indian legends.

The Mattoni Prague Grand Prix is the last major running event of the year through Prague's city centre. Participants run the course at night, through the illuminated historical streets. The atmosphere at the Old Town Square is enhanced by live music and dancing. The event comprises a 10km Men's Race, 5km Women's Race, and 10km Men's and 5km Women's team races.

This major series of concerts celebrates Antonín Dvořák, the great Czech composer. Concerts feature the works of Dvorak and International composers, performed by Czech and International orchestras. Most take place in the magnificent main hall at the Rudolfinum. One concert, on the 15th September, is performed at St. Vitus Cathedral at Prague Castle.

Public holiday. Prague sightseeing & entertainment operate as normal. Shops have limited opening times.

Prague is famous for opera, ballet and classical concerts. Performances take place in three magnificent opera houses, in stunning concert halls and in an array of beautiful historic churches. Tickets are reasonably priced, so shows often sell out. Advance reservations are therefore highly recommended.

Visit the Prague theatre for a typically Czech experience.
Black light theatre is a highly charged mix of dynamic dance, mime, singers, film, and state-of-the-art visual and sound effects.
Marionette theatre features giant puppets dressed in 18th century costumes. Shows are highly visual, so suitable for adults and children of all ages and nationalities. And as with opera and concerts, advance reservations are highly recommended.