theatres and opera houses

Not only is Prague the most cultured city in Europe, but it also has the largest number of theatres per capita. The theatre has always held a privileged position in popular entertainment, but it has also served as irreplaceable fuel for political revolt. The most famous Czech playwright is, of course, Vaclav Havel, former president and moral authority of the Czech nation. You definitely shouldn't miss the unique atmosphere of Prague's stages, whether you prefer contemporary dance at Studio Alta, modern circus at Jatka 78, great drama at the National Theatre, Dejvice Theatre or Komedie Theatre, the humour of Jára Cimrman or alternative theatre at Alfréd ve Dvoře.