See what’s coming up on on the BCSA’s Events Calendar.

A Tale of Three Grandmothers: Božena Němcová in her time and ours

Czech Embassy 26-30 Kensington Palace Gardens, London

Božena Němcová's  ‘Babička’ is one of the best-loved works of Czech literature. She herself was a prominent figure in 19th-century literary circles and the National Revival despite the disadvantages which she faced as a woman writer and in a troubled personal life. Susan Reynolds will consider the two existing translations into English (1891 and 1962),... Read more »

“Get to know you” social evening

Bohemia House 74 West End Lane, London, United Kingdom

This is an opportunity for anyone interested in the British Czech and Slovak Association (members, supporters and friends) to meet, eat, drink, chat (maybe practise your Czech or Slovak) and get to know each other in a relaxed and informal setting. Everyone interested in Czech and/or Slovak matters is most welcome to join us. We... Read more »

BCSA Annual General Meeting 2024

Czech Embassy 26-30 Kensington Palace Gardens, London

The BCSA AGM is open to all subscription members. The agenda includes the presentation of the chairman’s and financial reports for 2023 plus the election of honorary officers of the executive committee. Copies of the independently examined accounts for 2023 and the minutes of the AGM held on 21 March 2023 will be available at... Read more »

Jakub Hrůša in conversation with Nigel Simeone

Czech Embassy cinema 26 Kensington Palace Gardens, London

The Czech conductor Jakub Hrůša and musicologist Nigel Simeone will discuss their musical careers & Czech music. They will go back to their musical beginnings, their life experiences in various countries and the role that classical music and Czech music play in contemporary society. Their common loves, such as Leoš Janáček or Leonard Bernstein, will... Read more »

The Ride of the Kings (Jízda Králů): a folkore festival

Czech Embassy 26-30 Kensington Palace Gardens, London

This annual tradition held in Vlčnov, Moravia dates back over 200 years. Its origins are associated with a legend that when King Matthias Corvinus of Hungary fled from King Jiří z Poděbrad of Bohemia, he wore a girl's dress, covered his face with a ribbon, and held a rose in his mouth so as not... Read more »

BCSA children’s art & literary competition

Calling all young artists and writers. The BCSA competition is back!    This year you can express yourself in LITERARY or ART form. Literary entries should be in English.   What does it mean for you to be for the first time in a new country? What strikes you, what do you want to explore? How... Read more »

The lives & works of four Czech/Slovak émigré artists in Britain

Czech Embassy cinema 26 Kensington Palace Gardens, London

Sarah MacDougall explores the contrasting lives, careers and legacy of four artists of Czech-Jewish heritage - Fred Feigl, Hella Guth, Ernst Neuschul and Freda Salvendy. The majority are represented in the Ben Uri Collection. This event will also be livestreamed. On the eve of the Second World War, fearing Nazi persecution, they fled from Prague to Britain.... Read more »

BCSA/CBCC Garden Party – sold out!

Slovak Embassy 25 Kensington Palace Gardens, London, United Kingdom

Our summer social will once again be held in the gardens of the Slovak and Czech Embassies, with their kind permission. All are welcome – not just BCSA members. Bring your friends, bring your family! Enjoy an afternoon relaxing among Slovak, Czech and British people. The ticket price includes traditional chlebíčky (open-faced sandwiches), chicken řízek... Read more »

Manchester drinks reception

Come and join us for an informal get together of Czechs, Slovaks and Brits who are interested in British-Czech-Slovak relations and cooperation. You can meet interesting people and share your ideas about what you would like to see happening in your area. Our reception is free but due to limited spaces, registration is necessary at events@bcsa.co.uk.... Read more »

The Rise and Fall and Rise of Sokol, 1862-2024

Czech Embassy cinema 26 Kensington Palace Gardens, London

Do you remember Sokol, or is it totally new to you? In the month when Czech National Day is observed, it is appropriate to (re)discover and re-evaluate Sokol, a highly patriotic movement. Mark Dimond will give an illustrated talk on the history of Sokol since its origins in 1862. He will look at the initial... Read more »



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