How did a festival in Brno become a global event attracting audiences from all over the world? That is exactly the topic of the opening episode of our new podcast series with journalist Tomáš Etzler. He invited the most qualified guests to the studio: Martin Glaser, General Director of the National Theatre Brno, and Jiří Heřman, Artistic Director of the Opera.
The first episode is more than just glossy PR. In this interview, the guests return to the roots of the festival and speak openly about:
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The highlights: When did the turning point come, and the world recognized that Brno is the place where opera is done best on the planet?
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The crisis moments: What were the “worst” times when everything was on the line, and what happened behind the scenes when things didn’t go according to plan?
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A personal perspective: How has their own vision evolved over the years, and what does Janáček Brno mean to them personally today as they prepare the 2026 edition?
Join us for a look into the history and the future of a festival that is open to everyone, offering a space for emotions and a chance to recharge.
Listen HERE (the podcast is in Czech)
