Overview

 The main message of the 44th International Folklore, Dance and Music Festival and Competition "PRAGUE STARS" is the search for new talents, "Prague's stars" among children and youth ensembles and soloists, establishment of international friendly and creative contacts, enrichment of the multinational culture on the basis of mutual respect for the cultural traditions of all the countries and nations of the world, popularization the children’s and youth creative work, sharing experiences and creative achievements of participants from different countries, improvement of professional skills and qualifications of teachers and leaders. 

Accommodation

FESTIVAL PRICE: 145 EUR per person

INCLUDED IN THE PRICE:

  • 3 overnights in PRAGUE in hotel cat. 3* 
  • Meals: HALF BOARD (3x buffet breakfast and 3x dinner) 
  • Accommodation in MULTI-BEDDED ROOMS (TRPL or QDRPL). We give 1 DBL/TWIN for group leaders (groups with less than 40 persons) and 2 DBL (groups with more than 40 persons). More DBL rooms are possible for Extra SUPPLEMENT / See EXTRA PAYMENTS
  •  OFFICIAL LETTER OF INVITATION and other documents 
  •  PERFORMACE IN COMPETITIVE & FESTIVAL PROGRAM 
  •  DIPLOMAS, PRIZES 
  •  MEDALS FOR ALL PARTICIPANTS

NOT INCLUDED IN THE PRICE:

  • TOURIST CITY TAX: 2,00 EURO per person a night 
  • EXTRA OVERNIGHT IN HOTEL: 45 EURO per person a night with HB (additional nights could be confirmed only on request and depending on availability of the hotel) 
  • Extra payment for DBL or TWIN accommodation: +36 EURO per person to Festival price 
  • Extra payment for SNGL accommodation: +100 EUR per person to Festival price 
  • LUNCHES in PRAGUE: 15-19 EURO per person / 1 lunch 
  • TRANSFERS IN PRAGUE: from hotel to Concert Hall and back, from Airport to hotel and back 
  • TRAVEL EXPENSES (COVID PASS, transportation of participants to / from Prague, transfers in Prague, travel insurance, entrance visa to Czech Republic for participants from non-Schengen countries), lunches, entrance tickets to sightseeing objects, tickets to public traffic, optional excursions 
  • On demand it is possible to organize Extra Payment Services connected to transportation from Airport to the hotel and back, from Hotel to Concert Hall and back, Meeting at the airport by the Festival Stuff, Changing the offered hotel to higher class or booking additional services by contacting and sending official request to the Organizing Committee

OBLIGATORY PARTICIPATION FEE:

  • MEMBERS OF ART GROUPS – 15 EURO per participant / main discipline
  • SMALL FORMS (up to 10 performers) – 20 EURO per participant / main discipline
  • TRIOS and QUARTETS – 30 EURO per participant / main discipline
  • SOLOISTS and DUETS – 50 EURO per person / main discipline
  • VISUAL ARTS participants – 10 EURO per participant 

FOR PARTICIPATION IN ADDITIONAL DISCIPLINES:

  • ART GROUPS pay extra 5 EURO per participant / 1 additional discipline
  • SOLOISTS and DUETS pay extra 20 EURO per participant / 1 additional discipline 

DISCOUNTS:For every 25th participant, 1 participant is free of charge

 

AWARDS:

The Organizing Committee awards diplomas of participation, diplomas of Laureate of the 1st, 2nd and 3rd grades, Winner of the Grand Prix and festival medals to all participants. 

Ensembles and groups of 3 or more persons receive one big cup or trophy of the festival and Diploma, soloists and duets receive one small cup or trophy of the festival and Diploma. 

The absolute Winner of the festival receives the Grand Prix of the festival and Diploma Grand Prix. All teachers, choreographers, group and ensemble leaders also receive the Diplomas of Festival. 

 

Dates

  • 24/03/2025 - 27/03/2025

Pricing

24/03 - 27/03
  • 4 days (3 nights) = 145 € per person

Itinerary

44th International Folklore, Dance and Music Festival and Competition “PRAGUE STARS” is determined for soloists, ensembles and groups of young performers from different countries of the world. The competitive program of the participants is approved by the Organizing Committee on the basis of applications received. The schedule of the competitive programme for all participants is determined in advance and depends on the age of the participants. All participants should prepare a competitive program within the time limits specified for each competitive discipline. 

PERFORMANCE TIME LIMIT:

  • FOLKLORE GROUPS – up to 8 minutes for 1 performance in main competitive discipline
  • DANCE GROUPS – up to 8 minutes / max. 3 dances 
  • VOCAL GROUPS / CHORAL FORMATION / CHOIRS – up to 8 minutes 
  • ORCHESTRAS / MUSIC BANDS – up to 8 minutes
  • THEATERS – up to 8 minutes for 1 performance in main competitive discipline
  • FASHION THEATERS & MODELS SCHOOLS – up to 8 minutes
  • SMALL FORMS (up to 10 performers) – up to 7 minutes 
  • TRIOS & QUARTETS – up to 5 minutes in main competitive discipline
  • SOLOISTS & DUETS – up to 5 minutes in main competitive discipline 

AGE CATEGORIES:

  • MINI KIDS – from 6 to 8 years 
  • CHILDREN – from 9 to 12 years 
  • JUNIORS 1 – from 13 to 15 years 
  • JUNIORS 2 – from 16 to 18 years 
  • ADULTS 1 – from 19 years to 25 years 
  • ADULTS 2 – from 26 years and older 
  • SENIORS – from 50 years and older 
  • MIXED AGE GROUPS 

The jury evaluates the skills of the participants during the competitive performance in each competitive discipline and in each age category in accordance with the 10-points evaluation systems. Results of the art competition and festival are being summed up by the end of all competitive performances. 

THE MAIN TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS:

ALL AUDIO SOUND RECORDS FOR COMPETITIVE AND FESTIVAL PROGRAM MUST BE SENT TO THE ORGANIZING COMMITTEE BY EMAIL AT LEAST 14 DAYS BEFORE PARTICIPATION. 

All audio sound records for the competitive program must be recorded only in the usual audio format. All audio sound records must be of high quality, with clean editing and cuts. The participants must inform the Organizer if the music stops and starts again after pause or contains silence within the musical composition. 

THE DETAILED REGULATIONS OF ART FESTIVAL PLEASE ASK IN THE ORGANIZING COMMITTEE. 

 

DRAFT PROGRAM:

1st day, 24.03.2025
– arrival to Prague
- self-transportation to the hotel
- check-in at the hotel (after 15:00 p.m.) and accommodation.
- Organizing meeting for art directors, group leaders, teachers and choreographers with the members of organizing Committee.
- Dinner in the hotel.
- Overnight in Prague.

2nd day, 25.03.2025
– breakfast in the hotel.
- FESTIVAL DAY PROGRAMME according competitive disciplines: stage testing, sound check, general rehearsal. 

OPENING CEREMONY, performances of the participants. 

GALA CONCERT of WINNERS and AWARD CEREMONY. 

- Return to the hotel
- Dinner in the hotel. 

Overnight in Prague. 

Transportation services from hotel to CONCERT HALL and back are not included to the price! 

**On demand it is possible to organize transportation from Hotel to Concert Hall and back by contacting and sending official request to the Organizing Committee. 

3rd day, 26.03.2025
– breakfast in the hotel
- Free day in Prague. 

Optional: Boat Cruise on the Vltava river (12 EURO per person for 1 hour cruise or 20 EURO per person for 2 hours with lunch or dinner) 

Dinner in the hotel. 

Overnight in Prague. 

4th day, 27.03.2025
– breakfast in the hotel. 

Check out from the hotel (till 10:00 am). Departure of the participants from Prague. 

*** The organizer reserves the right to alter the festival day within the set festival program. The organizer reserves the right to make changes to the event program*** If necessary, changes may be made to its content, method and organization before or during the event, insofar as these changes do not substantially diminish the described benefits of the event for the participant(s). 

Things to do

Explore Prague like never before!

1. Sightseeing of PRAGUE
The magnificent town in Eastern Europe gets to know it in person. The Old Town Hall with the famous Prague Astronomical Clock, the Gothic Charles Bridge, and Church of St. Nicholas in the Lesser Town, the most beautiful Baroque church in Prague.

2. BOAT TOUR ON VLTAVA
If this is your first time in Prague and you want to see all the famous places in comfort, let us invite you to our one-hour Prague cruise tour. Cruise by boat on the Vltava is the ideal way of getting to know Prague from an entirely new angle.

3. STAROPRAMEN EXPERIENCE 
Go on a journey through time, learning how Staropramen was born and how it was always connected to the city of Prague. Prague is a crucial ingredient of Staropramen, so when you step into the Staropramen Visitor Center you step into the spirit of Prague as well. You will touch, see and listen while the Brew Master reveals all the secrets behind the brewing of Prague's #1 beer in the world.

4. PRAGUE ZOO 
Thanks to its unique position, Prague Zoo is considered one of the most beautiful zoos in the world. The rugged terrain offers over 10 km of walking trails through such exotic exhibitions as the Africa House, the Indonesian jungle, or the Valley of the Elephants. This beautiful slice of nature is a popular destination for families with children who can pet and feed animals at the Children's Zoo.

 

Trip Planner

It will be our pleasure to make your trip an unforgettable experience!

We can provide the following services for your group:

  • accommodation during the trip (in case you need a sleepover on your way to the chosen destination)
  • accommodation during the festival event you attend
  • travel and transportation tips and assistance
  • purchasing airplane and bus tickets
  • organizing transportation for a group or individuals
  • assist and advise in the procedure of issuing visas (if needed)

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