Opera

Director Stanislav Moša is staging Nezval's text for the second time, having first done so in 1995, when the theatre celebrated its fiftieth anniversary with this production in the newly renovated hall on Lidická Street. At the time, the director and manager wrote about Nezval's text: "There is little Czech theatre literature that can be said to be a poem. Through it speaks a true passion bound by an amazing form enchanted in the beauty of the Czech language." Moša's adaptation of Manon Lescaut, which was subtitled "lyrical drama-confession", broke away from the linear narrative of the well-known story and created a timeless parable. The old abbé de Grieux recalls his fateful relationship with a sinful saint, which gives the originally lyrical story dramatic dimensions and brings to life long-ago secrets, hints and loves in the memories of a man at the end of his life.

Daddy, how is a bride sold? How did you come to know that someone would sell a bride, Hurvínek? Well, I read here: The National Theatre in Brno is performing Bedřich Smetana's opera The Bartered Bride. So how is it, Daddy? Well, you know, it's just like... how should I put it to you... it's a trick to buy a bride for yourself. So now I'm a fool - is it being sold or bought? You know what, Hurvajz, take Žeryk and Mánička and we'll go to the opera, it'll be easier than explaining it to you!

The choreography Serenity will bring the calm power of minimalism to the stage, inviting the audience to silence and deeper perception. The theme of the choreography is based on the contrast of movement and stillness. The dancers will move on the border of dynamic movement until the moment of absolute stop. These moments of stillness evoke living sculptures that create space for a meditative experience and a pause in a busy world. With this work, the choreographer, Barbora Rašková, tries to offer the audience a unique opportunity to slow down and let themselves be carried away by the depth of the moment.

Program: Mr de Sainte-Colombe le père Chaconne en ré minor Richartz de Berbesieu Atressi com l'olifanz Mr de Sainte-Colombe le fils Prelude in E minor Philippe Hersant Le Chemin de Jérusalem Henry Purcell About Solitude Tobias Hume Good againe Catalan anonymous Soleta with soy sauce Barbara (Monique Andrée Serf) La Solitude

Director Stanislav Moša is staging Nezval's text for the second time, having first done so in 1995, when the theatre celebrated its fiftieth anniversary with this production in the newly renovated hall on Lidická Street. At the time, the director and manager wrote about Nezval's text: "There is little Czech theatre literature that can be said to be a poem. Through it speaks a true passion bound by an amazing form enchanted in the beauty of the Czech language." Moša's adaptation of Manon Lescaut, which was subtitled "lyrical drama-confession", broke away from the linear narrative of the well-known story and created a timeless parable. The old abbé de Grieux recalls his fateful relationship with a sinful saint, which gives the originally lyrical story dramatic dimensions and brings to life long-ago secrets, hints and loves in the memories of a man at the end of his life.

Utopia Ensemble Michaela Riener / mezzo-soprano Bart Uvyn / countertenor Adriaan De Koster / tenor Lieven Termont / baritone Guillaume Olry / bass Jan Van Outryve / lute

Program: Bill Molenhof One Notch Higher Keiko Abe Wind in the Bamboo Grove Casey Cangelosi Meditation No. 2 Philip Glass Mad Rush Nicolas Martynciow Chik Bart Quartier From the Cradle / Merry Go Round / Slip'n'Slide Benjamin Holmes Crossing

Come play. Drums, keyboards, guitar and microphones will be on site. Bass combo too. We will be happy to connect and name other instruments.

Director Stanislav Moša is staging Nezval's text for the second time, having first done so in 1995, when the theatre celebrated its fiftieth anniversary with this production in the newly renovated hall on Lidická Street. At the time, the director and manager wrote about Nezval's text: "There is little Czech theatre literature that can be said to be a poem. Through it speaks a true passion bound by an amazing form enchanted in the beauty of the Czech language." Moša's adaptation of Manon Lescaut, which was subtitled "lyrical drama-confession", broke away from the linear narrative of the well-known story and created a timeless parable. The old abbé de Grieux recalls his fateful relationship with a sinful saint, which gives the originally lyrical story dramatic dimensions and brings to life long-ago secrets, hints and loves in the memories of a man at the end of his life.

Tom Van Der Plas / organ Oona Van Aken / dance Program: John Dunstable Sub Tuam Protectionem (Buxheimer Orgelbuch) Peter Cornet Fantasia Primi Toni (MMN 2, organ solo) Johann Sebastian Bach Sonata in d BWV 964 Fugue Georg Böhm Jesu, du bist allzu schöne (organ solo) Philip Glass Mad Rush

Jolie fille is the stage name of Jolana Svobodová. At the concert, she will sing her own songs and for the first time you can look forward to the composition of vocals, flute, piano and guitar. Her songwriting lyrics are somewhere on the border of folk and pop. They are based on what the heart sees and not the eyes. If you want to see into someone's soul, the easiest way to do it is through music.

Director Stanislav Moša is staging Nezval's text for the second time, having first done so in 1995, when the theatre celebrated its fiftieth anniversary with this production in the newly renovated hall on Lidická Street. At the time, the director and manager wrote about Nezval's text: "There is little Czech theatre literature that can be said to be a poem. Through it speaks a true passion bound by an amazing form enchanted in the beauty of the Czech language." Moša's adaptation of Manon Lescaut, which was subtitled "lyrical drama-confession", broke away from the linear narrative of the well-known story and created a timeless parable. The old abbé de Grieux recalls his fateful relationship with a sinful saint, which gives the originally lyrical story dramatic dimensions and brings to life long-ago secrets, hints and loves in the memories of a man at the end of his life.

An educational concert by the Moravia Brass Band chamber ensemble popularizes brass instrument playing among young listeners.

Two worldviews, one border between them – one embodies reason and light, the other is elemental, dark and irrational. One night, a charismatic shepherd arrives at the Christian court of King Roger, disrupting the established order of Christian values ​​and worldview. Does his teaching bring joy and goodness or only destruction and chaos? The opera King Roger by Polish composer Karol Szymanowski does not offer a clear answer; he himself described it as a mystery whose theme is man’s self-knowledge, his sexuality and spirituality.

This year's Brno Brass Fest will traditionally be opened by the resident orchestra Moravia Brass Band under the direction of Robert Kružík. This year with the program The Original - brass music in its purest form. No arrangements, no modifications. Only authentic, original compositions composed directly for brass band as the composer intended. In addition, the world premiere of compositions for brass band by Ondřej Moťka will be performed.

We decided to organize a concert for the master in front of the club. Expect a huge outdoor party, outdoor bars, simply OPEN AIR!

Currende Emilie de Voght, Renate Weytjens / soprano Kerlijne Van Nevel, Clare Wilkinson / mezzo-soprano Han Helsen, Roel Van Sevenant / tenor Reinhard Andries, Arnout Malfliet / bass Erik Van Nevel / program concept, artistic director

For the second grade of elementary schools, high schools and secondary vocational schools Introduce students to theater genres in a different way! What do opera and ballet have in common and how do they differ? What does the process of creating a production look like from the first idea to the finished performance? What professions work in the theater and what do we actually need them for? What do a choreographer, director, costume designer or set designer have to think about to make a performance successful? We will find the answer to these and many other questions together at the workshop – How is opera made x How is ballet made? The workshop also includes a short tour of the Janáček Theater.

For the second grade of elementary schools, high schools and secondary vocational schools Introduce students to theater genres in a different way! What do opera and ballet have in common and how do they differ? What does the process of creating a production look like from the first idea to the finished performance? What professions work in the theater and what do we actually need them for? What do a choreographer, director, costume designer or set designer have to think about to make a performance successful? We will find the answer to these and many other questions together at the workshop – How is opera made x How is ballet made? The workshop also includes a short tour of the Janáček Theater.

Masters of catchy lyrics and swinging melodies, Mňága and Žďorp, are once again preparing for Špilberk.

Sometimes a single second is enough… Black and White is essentially a modern version of the flagship of the classical repertoire – Swan Lake. It is a title that is one of the most performed ballets in the world. Our version, which was a great success in the USA, represents today. It is an attempt to approach this work to the younger generation from a different perspective, by denying all traditions and visually transforming Swan Lake as such. In the classical version of the ballet, the dominant characters are ballerinas (the main double roles of Odette – Odile), so it is mainly a statement of the female element. In our version, we offer a view of Swan Lake through the main character, Prince Siegfried, who is going through a difficult life situation associated with the treatment of a serious illness – cancer. Sometimes a second is enough – and life is turned upside down.

Two worldviews, one border between them – one embodies reason and light, the other is elemental, dark and irrational. One night, a charismatic shepherd arrives at the Christian court of King Roger, disrupting the established order of Christian values ​​and worldview. Does his teaching bring joy and goodness or only destruction and chaos? The opera King Roger by Polish composer Karol Szymanowski does not offer a clear answer; he himself described it as a mystery whose theme is man’s self-knowledge, his sexuality and spirituality.

The musical production Golden Lyre will reveal the backstage and present the Bratislava Lyre Festival as a phenomenon of the time, without nostalgia, without idealization, but with perspective, humor and naming the defects of the former regime, which presented this exceptionally watched and popular event as a showcase of the culture of socialist Czechoslovakia. Lyre – golden, silver or bronze… In a single night, it created stars out of performers and hits out of songs. However, one inappropriate verse from the Lyre Stage caused a ban on creation and public performance, and managed to destroy the careers and lives of performers and their families.

The first concert in the Pisárky depot, which will be transformed into a live music scene for one evening. An industrial setting, three top bands and a unique light show by Visualove. Brass Avenue will bring modern brass with incredible energy, Taste of Brass will offer jazz in original arrangements and TooT Ensemble will combine funky, pop and brass instruments into a unique musical mix.

Currende Emilie de Voght, Renate Weytjens / soprano Kerlijne Van Nevel, Clare Wilkinson / mezzo-soprano Han Helsen, Roel Van Sevenant / tenor Reinhard Andries, Arnout Malfliet / bass Erik Van Nevel / program concept, artistic director

Program: John Dowland Prelude Mr. Dowland's Midnight Francis Poulenc Sarabande pour guitare Johann Sebastian Bach Prelude, Fugue, Allegro BWV 998 Marc Ribot Bateau (arr. Emma Wills) Frédéric Mompou Canciones y danzas n°6: 6a. Cancion / 6b. Ritmado Joni Mitchell Blue

Celebration of the historical event of Brno's noon performed by a brass quintet, which will play fanfares from the tower of the Old Town Hall at 11 a.m.

FRANTA JETEL - Underground legend from Brno - a cracking mix of underground, punk, metal. Machu Pichu - We read it as Machu Pichu, or Machu Pichu. As the mood allows.

Sometimes a single second is enough… Black and White is essentially a modern version of the flagship of the classical repertoire – Swan Lake. It is a title that is one of the most performed ballets in the world. Our version, which was a great success in the USA, represents today. It is an attempt to approach this work to the younger generation from a different perspective, by denying all traditions and visually transforming Swan Lake as such. In the classical version of the ballet, the dominant characters are ballerinas (the main double roles of Odette – Odile), so it is mainly a statement of the female element. In our version, we offer a view of Swan Lake through the main character, Prince Siegfried, who is going through a difficult life situation associated with the treatment of a serious illness – cancer. Sometimes a second is enough – and life is turned upside down.

Program: Hildegard von Bingen About spectabiles viri Jowan Merckx La rosée de larmes (text by Publius Vergilius Maro) Jowan Merckx Sous le noyer Philippe Laloy Les roses de Saadi (text by Marceline Desbordes-Valmore) Jowan Merckx A un lilas (text by François Coppée) Raphaël De Cock Yggdrasil / Fossegangar (Folk Icelandic and Norwegian poetry) Guillaume du Fay Balsamus et munda cera Jowan Merckx, arr. Jurgen De Bruyne Purior in vicis (text by Horace) Jowan Merckx Sous le figuier Els Van Laethem, Bert Van Laethem Où rien ne bouge (text by Emile Verhaeren) Jowan Merckx, arr. Jowan Merckx & Natacha Simmonds Le doux désir douloureux Meninas vamos à murta Portuguese folk, arr. Jowan Merckx Jowan Merckx, arr. Philippe Laloy Artemisia absinthium To jasmine Greek folk Jowan Merckx Alchemilla

Duo Como Emma Wills / Guitar Sebastian Enriques / accordion Program: Tomas Gubitsch / Argentina Villa Luro Ludovico Einaudi / Italy Elegy for the Arctic (arr. Sebastian Enriques) Johann Sebastian Bach / Germany Aria & Goldberg Variations I, V, VI (arr. Duo Como) Rossen Balkanski / Bulgaria Scherzo Richard Galliano / France Laurita (arr. Duo Como) Korrontzi / Basque Country Fandango (arr. Duo Como) Bireli Lagrene / France Made in France (arr. Duo Como) Ennio Morricone / Italy Cinema Paradiso (arr. Duo Como) Astor Piazzolla / Argentina Tango suite n°3 Sivuca & Gloria Gadelha / Brazil Feira de Mangaio (arr. Duo Como) Henri Coene / Belgium Atlantic Express

Jazz cruise on the Brno dam combined with listening to a stylish band. A Sunday afternoon in June is perfect for a trip on a steamboat, suitable of course for families with children. For listening and dancing, or just to set the right atmosphere, the traditional Dixieland Old Steamboat Jazz Band will play. For this year's event, the organizers have prepared VIP tables on the lower deck with unlimited beer and wine and a real sailor's welcome drink. Children only need to buy a child's ticket, they can join their parents in the VIP box. Further information: Dress code: sailor Unfortunately, the cruise is not wheelchair accessible.

Two worldviews, one border between them – one embodies reason and light, the other is elemental, dark and irrational. One night, a charismatic shepherd arrives at the Christian court of King Roger, disrupting the established order of Christian values ​​and worldview. Does his teaching bring joy and goodness or only destruction and chaos? The opera King Roger by Polish composer Karol Szymanowski does not offer a clear answer; he himself described it as a mystery whose theme is man’s self-knowledge, his sexuality and spirituality.

tragicomedy with songs about the icon of world show business A phenomenal singer, a movie star, the brightest and most tragic American star... that was Judy Garland. Peter Quilter's tragicomedy gives viewers a glimpse into one of her last attempts to return to the stage. However, the fatal cocktail of fame, stimulants, financial instability and failed marriages will not make it any easier for her this time either. Who really wants to help her and who is after their own benefit? Can a new love save her or will she sing her greatest hit Over the Rainbow for the last time? A unique acting and musical opportunity for Monika Absolonová, who will sing Judy Garland's greatest hits accompanied by a live band. Cast: Monika Absolonová, Jan Nedbal, Saša Rašilov / Milan Němec, Petr Pěknic / Adam Kraus

London Brass will perform for the first time in the Czech Republic. The brass ensemble will ring out in the courtyard of Špilberk Castle at the end of Brno Brass Fest 2025.

A unique combination of 4 cellists, that's Cello Republic. Those interested can expect an unconventional musical experience where they will hear well-known songs in a completely new performance.

Zefiro Torna Elly Aerden / vocals, chatkan Philippe Laloy / flutes, soprano saxophone, composition Jowan Merckx / recorders, French bagpipes, flugelhorn, percussion, ukulele, composition Raphaël De Cock / Irish bagpipes, chatkan, kaval, Hardanger fiddle, double harmonic flutes, Jew's harp, duduk, diphonic singing Jean-Philippe Poncin / bass clarinet Jurgen De bruyn / lute, baroque guitar, chitarrone, vocals, artistic director

Program: Call to prayer / Anonymous Prayer / Ernest Bloch Czardas / Vittorio Monti Moto Trankil / Karim Baggili Nocturne / Frédéric Chopin Allemande from the 2nd suite for cello / Johann Sebastian Bach Contemplation / Henriette Renié Song of the Birds / Anonymous Kalimat / Majda El Roumi Spiegel im Spiegel / Arvo Pärt

JOHN CAGE Composed Improvisation for snare drum

ANDREW THOMAS Merlin for marimba

FRANCO DONATONI Omar, two pieces for vibraphone

JOHANN SEBASTIAN BACH / arr. FERRUCIO BUSONI, ADÉLAÏDE FERRIÈRE Chaconne from Partita No. 2 in D minor BWV 1004, arranged for marimba IANNIS XENAKIS Rebonds for percussion Adélaïde Ferrière marimba and other percussion

The solo recital of the harpsichord legend and founder and artistic director of the great ensemble Anima Eterna is the festival's thanks for the long-standing support, precious friendship and countless and unforgettable artistic experiences that Jos has prepared for our audience in recent years, whether at the keyboard of the harpsichord, fortepiano, organ or as a phenomenal conductor. At the symbolic induction into the festival hall of fame, Jose van Immerseel will be accompanied by Walter Moens, diplomat and former representative of the Flemish government in the Czech Republic, thanks to whom the beneficial "Flemish storm" that still continues to this day was unleashed in South Moravia twenty years ago. Program: Abraham van den Kerckhoven, Pieter Cornet, Joseph-Hector Fiocco, Peter Philips and John Bull.