The magic of theatre has captivated audiences for centuries. But the Black Light Theatre in Prague has taken the wonder of the stage to a whole new level.

It was the first of its kind in the world and came to fruition during the avant-garde era in the 1960s.

Since then, dozens of productions have drawn inspiration from this Czech ensemble but none have come close to the ingenuity and imagination of the original Black Light Theater Srnec in Prague.

Here's all you need to know about Black Light Theater Srnec, one of the most captivating options for shows in Prague.

What is the Black Light Theater Srnec about?

The Black Light Theater Srnec had its official debut performance in 1961, written by the founder Jiří Srnec.

In the decades that followed the theatre has produced several unique productions that have toured around the world and have been seen by more than 5 million people.

The Srnec Theater in Prague has compiled the best performances from each of these productions to bring you an unreal anthology filled with emotion, laughter and magic.

Performers clad in black operate props against a black backdrop to create a fantastical scene where underwear dances on the washing line and suitcases swallow you whole.

Nothing is impossible in the world of blacklight theatre. It is a non-verbal production and music and sound effects guide you through the wonderland on stage.

It is a family-friendly show, guaranteed to lift your spirits with its side-splitting anecdotes.

How much do Black Light Theater tickets cost?

There are two Prague Black Light Theater tickets available. The most frequent show is “Antologia” and tickets cost €24 per person. This is a 90-minute show with a short intermission.

The current production offered by Prague’s Black Light Theater is “Magic Phantom”. This is a 1-hour show that costs €16 per person. These shows are less frequent and it does not feature any of the older performances.

There are discounted tickets available for children aged 2-18, students over 18 and seniors over 65. The "Antologia" show will cost them €20 per person and the "Magic Phantom" show will cost €16 per person.

When is the best time to see Black Light Theater Srnec?

Prague’s public transportation runs until midnight so you will not have a problem getting transportation back after the show. There are shows every night of the week but there are no daytime shows.

How to get there?

It is easy to reach the Black Light Theatre by public transportation. You can take bus 194 to the Mariánské náměstí stop.

From there, it is a short 3-minute walk to the theatre. You can also take metro line A to Staroměstská station and walk 5 minutes to the theatre.

The theatre is centrally located and close to the river, making it easy to catch a taxi to and from the theatre if you want to avoid public transportation. It is located at Řetězová 7, next to Café Montmartre.

What time does it start?

There are different start times every night of the week. Shows start at 7 PM, 7:30 PM, 8 PM or 8:30 PM, depending on the length of the show and the night of the week.

The “Magic Phantom” shows are only on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays and those shows start at 8:30 PM.

What is the dress code?

Prague’s Black Light Theater is a very casual environment and there is no strict dress code. They encourage patrons to express themselves in the spirit of creativity and art.

What is the cancellation policy?

You are allowed to cancel your ticket 48 hours before the performance to get a full refund. There are, however, non-refundable tickets. Double-check the cancellation policy on your individual purchase to make sure what you are permitted to do.

What other shows are playing in Prague?

Travel tips

Seating is first-come, first served so arrive at least 30 minutes ahead of time to get a good seat.
You are allowed to take photos of the performance but no flash photography is allowed.
You are allowed to buy snacks and drinks at the theatre and enjoy them during the show.

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