M77 is Non-Governmental Organisation for Art, Digital Creation & Training. M77 is a young non-profit organization running since November 2009 and aiming to: encourage and support the use of digital and interactive technologies in the artistic and educational field; produce interdisciplinary projects in the fields of audio & visual art, scenography, performance, interactive & real time technologies etc.; stimulate the artistic and professional Czech scene and cultural events, implementing international festivals, workshops, training and artistic residences; promote the contemporary artistic Czech creation abroad; implement an international network between different organizations, collectives, educational and cultural institutions in Europe and beyond; stimulate a knowledge, cultural and creative exchange to encourage the raise of fresh and innovative collaborations, initiatives and projects; to spread national, European and international call for grant & residency and also to inform the public about the Czech & international running projects and cultural events. Website in Czech and English.
Praha
The professional dance group focuses on eclectic dance styles and freestyle techniques. They are primarily involved in commercial events. Activities of the group include the dance courses for children, juniors and adults. Website only in Czech. J. Jabůrkové 16 624 00 Brno
The mission of the Meet Factory cultural center is to connect Prague to the contemporary art scene in Europe and the world through international cooperation. The Meet Factory creates a platform which is currently lacking in Prague and is essential for international cooperation and artistic exchange. The goal of the project is to use the AZV industrial building in Zlíchov as an artistic multi-cultural center. The majority of the building will be used as ateliers for residencies of artists from abroad along with exhibition space. Website in Czech and English.
The aim of NGO Open field is to create conditions for the research and study, preservation and transformation of cultures and dance traditions especially from the countries of Central Asia, Middle East and North Africa, that are quickly disappearing with globalisation. Other aims are: Elimination of prejudices thanks to intercultural and interfaith dialogue in the Czech Republic and Europe, and in this context the enhancement of cooperation among major and minor ethnic groups with the aim of their reciprocal understanding and respect. Opening of a center for education in the field of culture and traditions of Central Asia, Middle East, North Africa and India, focusing on dance and music. Presentation of artistic and cultural heritage from Central Asia, Middle and Near East, North Africa and India to Europeans. Website in Czech and English. U Zvonařky 9 120 00 Praha 2
The private ballet school was founded in 1996 by two dancers of the National Theatre - Jana Cigánková and Jiří Plecháč. The education is focused on classical dance techniques and basic movement and music education for children from ages 4 to 15. Website only in Czech. BALETNÍ ŠKOLA PIRUETA v.o.s. Vítkova 24 186 00 Praha 8
Czech Republic T +420 603,812,481 T +420 603,456,534 pirueta@email.cz
Taneční konzervatoř hlavního města Prahy / Prague Dance Conservatory
Prague Dance Conservatory, established in 1945, is a secondary art school of eight-year educational programme which offers to study three main subjects - classical dance, modern dance and folk dance. Website only in Czech. Křížovnická 7 110 00 Praha 1 - Staré Město