National Theatre

Fans of high art have to visit Prague National Theatre. It is a one of the symbols of the Czech
capital. The National Theatre is located on the bund of Vltava, close to the famous Charles
Bridge. The building of the theater is decorated with a golden roof with statues of the muses and
Apollo on the front and bronze statue of Winged Victory, managing frantic horseson, on the sides
cast. From the waterfront theater is decorated with statues of Wagner and Myslbek. The side
entrance is decorated with allegories of Drama and Opera. Of course you know that Prague is
European Capital of Culture, there are more than 2,000 theaters, but the National Theatre has a
special place. Play in the National Theatre in Prague this is a pride for any actor in Europe, not
just the Czech Republic, so the staging of performances is always held on the highest level.Here
are placed mostly classical works such as "Carmen", "Swan Lake", "Uncle Vanya" atd. In the
theatre stage operas, ballet, theatrical drama. There are actors from Vienna State Opera
sometimes play on the stage of Prague National Theatre, also often comes here the Mariinsky
Ballet of Moscow.

The program of the National Theatre is very versatile. Tickets you can buy in advance at the
official site www.narodni­divadlo.cz or in the theater box office on the spot. However, on the day
of the premiere of a very popular show may not have tickets, so we recommend a pre­view
availability on the site. Prices range from 120 to 1200 crowns for the ballet, and from 150 to 1,500
crowns for the opera.
The theater has always its a unique festive atmosphere. In the theater, there are exist the so-
called guide tours for tourists, which take place in English, Russian, Czech, French and German
languages. During the tour you will hear the story of the theater from your personal guide. He also
will show the most secret corners of the Old and New scenes, as well as he accompany you to
the ballet or opera performances.
Next to the old building of Old Stage is located "New Stage", it is made in the Modern Style, here
are conducted performances by young directors and young actors, it's more popular among the
youngest audience. Basically, on the "New Stage" plays the troupe of "Magic Lantern» (Laterna
magica) theatre.

If you look in the direction of the theater from all over the city, you will immediately see it because
of this sparkling golden roof. It is constantly being renovated, so perfectly preserved its original
appearance. National Theatre is one of the most beautiful buildings that embody the beauty of
Prague, its glory and history. Huge stars and blue dome is crowned with a golden crown, which
attracts eyes with its brilliance.

How to get to the National Theatre?

You can get here by tram numbers 6, 9, 17, 18, 21, 22, 23, 91, you go to the tram stop Národní
divadlo, or take the metro to the metro station Narodni trida.