A theater production for children, their parents, and anyone who wants to speak the language of art and magic.

Come with us and follow in the footsteps of Joseph Beuys. First he flew, then he was shot down, but he recovered, became an artist, and wore a hat. He worked magic and spent his whole life asking what art is. What is this language through which we can communicate even without words? And who will we meet if we listen to him?

In the Glow of Lightning brings together a theatrical performance and an exhibition into a séance, a healing ritual, or a celebration of art and creation. It invites anyone who isn’t afraid to get their hands dirty into a landscape of objects that harbor the seeds of transformation.

Robert Smolík and Veronika Vlková jointly examine the work and legacy of the artist, performer, educator, and art theorist Joseph Beuys. In the 1970s, his thinking brought about a significant shift in the perception of art as an integral part of every person’s life and a way to change the world. In a quiet dialogue with his work, Smolík and Vlková explore possibilities for renewing our relationships with the Earth and its inhabitants.

The artist duo thus seamlessly builds on their previous collaboration with Terén on the production Návštěva, which was performed in South Korea, Mexico, Finland, Croatia, Slovakia, and at a number of domestic festivals.

Age: 5 and up

Performance length: 50 min

Language: no language barrier

Creators: Robert Smolík, Veronika Vlková

Performed by: Veronika Vlková

Dramaturgy: Anna Prstková

The performance takes place at Studio CED, on the 1st floor of the Center for Experimental Theater building. There is no elevator on site.