The Musical Dracula in Bratislava

One of the most important musicals by Karol Svoboda, as well as one of the most important musicals of the Czech musical scene, is coming to Bratislava on 16th and 17th January 2025.

The musical Dracula by Karel Svoboda is based on Bram Stoker’s classic novel about the infamous vampire, but it follows the story very loosely. The story is set in the 15th century, the 19th century, and an indeterminate near future. The musical premiered in 1995 in Prague, Czech Republic, and quickly became a hit. The music was composed by Karel Svoboda, and the lyrics were written by various authors, including the well-known Czech playwright and lyricist Zdeněk Borovec.

The musical mixes rock, classical and gothic music, adding to the dramatic experience, which reflects the dark themes of the story. The production is known for its impressive special effects, including elaborate sets and lighting.

The year 2025 is no coincidence, as Dracula will celebrate 30 years since its premiere. Times change, but Dracula remains a phenomenon among musicals.

The musical Dracula was seen at the Palace of Culture (now the Congress Centre) in 1995-1998 by a record 1.2 million spectators, which is an unprecedented and unsurpassed Czech musical record! It has subsequently been performed in Slovakia, Seoul, South Korea, Poland, Germany, Russia, Belgium and Liechtenstein. Almost immediately it was named Czech musical of the century.

In Tipos Arena Ondrej Nepela Bratislava, the musical will feature songs such as: “Vím, že jsi se mnou”, “Nespravedlivý Bůh” or “Jsi můj pán”.

Libretto: Zdeněk Borovec, Richard Hes
Lyrics by Zdeněk Borovec
Music: Karel Svoboda
Directed by Jozef Bednárik
Scene: Daniel Dvořák
Costumes: Roman Šolc
Presented under license by Provox music publishing s.r.o.

Cast:

Daniel Hůlka
Monika Absolonová / Kamila Nývltová / Eva Burešová
Eva Burešová / Magda Malá / Veronika Vyoralová
Richard Genzer / Martin Pošta
Tomáš Trapl / Ivo Hrbáč
Josef Vágner / Tomáš Löbl
Bedřich Lévi
Hana Křížková
Sylva Schneiderová
Renata Drössler
and others…

INFORMATION FOR VISITORS

The performance will take place in Tipos Arena Ondrej Nepela Bratislava (Slovakia), located at Odbojárov 9, 831 04 Nové Mesto, Slovakia.

Parking is available directly in the municipal underground garage under the ice rink, which has a capacity of 365 parking spaces. Further on the adjacent streets Šancova ulica – Filiálka, Železničná nemocnica, Tržnica. We advise everyone to arrive early in order not to miss the start of the performance, which starts at 19:00 (the arena will be open from 17:30). The length of the performance is 2 hours 35 minutes + half an hour intermission.

There will be food and drink stalls at the venue.

VIP PROGRAMME:

– Welcome drink
– Refreshments
– Gift bag
– Signature card with performers’ signatures
– Program
– Coffee “Dracula 30 years”
– Almond “Dracula 30 years”
– Photo opportunity at STAGE in the backstage of Dracula

WHEELCHAIR ACCESS

– 14 seats are reserved for wheelchair users in the wheelchair accessible zone
– Tickets available until sold out

Venue: Ondrej Nepela Winter Stadium, Odbojárov, Nové Mesto, Slovakia
Dates of performances:
Thursday, 16.01.2025
Friday 17.01.2025
Start: from 19:00
Admission: 30 – 175 €

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