National - Theater

The attic of the western façade features representative figures of the Arts by the sculptor Antonín Wagner dating from 1883. The top of the structure reveals a bronze chariot. The driver, the Goddess of Victory, sits in the chariot drawn by three bronze horses. The work is by Bohuslav Schnirch. If you make it to the President’s Box – formerly the Royal Box, do not merely admire the plush red velvet. The décor features famous historical figures from the history of the country. If no one invites you to the Royal Box, do not worry. Step out into the lobby and look up at the ceiling. The artist, Frantšek Ženišek depicts vividly the Golden Age of Czech Art. In the loggia of the auditorium, note the five arcades with lunette paintings by Josef Tulk titled the Five Songs”. It is an interesting venue to catch not only a traditional opera but to listen to the contemporary works of John Osborne and Philip Glass