The Ball (The Slovak National Theatre)
Prague Crossroads Festival
Basic information
The State Opera
Approximate running time3 hours, 1 intermission (20 minutes) minutes
LanguageIn Slovak
In Slovak without subtitles.
A discussion with the artists will take place after the performance in the State Opera’s auditorium.
Dramatisation of prose by a brilliant observer of harsh human fate.
Cast
- 2024-2025
- 2025-2026
Creatives
About
The most intelligent of women is attracted to the greatest of crooks. She knows that it is a self-consuming passion, and yet ... A happily married woman is suddenly sickened by life. She knows there is no objective reason to feel so, and yet ... Over time all wounds from a marriage entered into out of compromise have healed, and yet ... At a village feast the stories of all three “yet-s” develop in front of our eyes as dramatisation of our lives. Timrava is a phenomenon. Whereas other writers of her era failed to overcome the limitations of light-hearted feuilletons, Timrava offers an incisive view into the complex human soul. Her diverse world mixes the grotesque with the quaint; deepest despair develops against the backdrop of a peaceful idyll; beastliness suddenly takes hold of those who were most spiritual, and those most beastly are suddenly lit by a ray of humanity.
Official photos: Collavino
WARNING: We use tobacco products and vulgar language during the performance.
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Practical information
Where to buy tickets
When purchasing online, you can get an e-ticket. You can pick up printed tickets in person at the box offices of the National Theatre.
The National Theatre sells tickets up to 6 months in advance - currently for May–October 2025.
Sales always start on the 1st day of the month at 9am, except in January when pre-sales do not start until the 2nd day due to a public holiday.
What to wear?
By their appearance, attire and behaviour, the audience is obliged to adhere to the accustomed practice expected from them when attending a theatre performance.
Parking at the State opera
While visiting the State Opera, you can take the slip road on Wilsonova street from the left lane close to the State Opera building to the Parking Centrum above-ground garage. The parking fee is 60 CZK/h.
Buffets at the State Opera
No waiting. For your benefit, please pre-order your food and beverages at the bar to minimize waiting in the queue!
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