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XII INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL-CONTEST “ART STARS IN PRAGUE” 2027

Date:
5–8 Dec 2027 · 4 days / 3 nights
Location:
Prague, Czechia
Categories:
All Performance
Director:
N.K. & WOFA
Application deadline:
5 Sept 2027
Status:
Applications open

Applying is free. No payment is taken when you apply.

About the festival

The XII International Festival-Contest “ART STARS IN PRAGUE” takes place from 5 to 8 December 2027 in Prague, Czechia (Czech Republic).

The December edition encourages international cooperation and offers participants the opportunity to experience the cultural heritage of one of Europe’s best-known historic capitals.

Participation conditions

Participation rules

Participation categories

  • Vocal: pop vocal, folk songs, academic/classical vocal, folklore groups, choirs, rock and jazz.
  • Choreography: folk dance, classical dance, ballroom dance, jazz, modern, contemporary, R&B, street jazz, hip-hop, soul, rock’n’roll, cabaret, variety show, Charleston, retro, folk stylization, commercial dance and dance show.
  • Instrumental music: piano, string instruments, plucked instruments, wind instruments, percussion, folk instruments, orchestras and ensembles.
  • Other categories: composer’s work, folk art, circus programmes, sports programmes, fashion theatre, theatre, painting and graphics.

Age categories

  • Up to 7 years.
  • 8–10 years.
  • 11–13 years.
  • 14–15 years.
  • 16–17 years.
  • 18–20 years.
  • 21 years and over.
  • Professional category: 21 years and over.
  • Mixed-age groups.

The organizer has not specified an application deadline.

Jury and awards

An international jury evaluates participants using a 10-point scoring system.

Possible distinctions include Grand Prix, 1st Degree Laureate, 2nd Degree Laureate, 3rd Degree Laureate and Winner Diplomas.

Special awards may recognize the youngest participant, best costume, best choreography, best interpretation, best classical performance, best folk performance, virtuosity, artistry and preservation of national traditions.

Performance and stage requirements

  • Vocal soloists, duets and trios: one composition lasting up to 3 minutes.
  • Vocal small ensembles, groups and choirs: two contrasting compositions lasting up to 6 minutes in total.
  • Choreography soloists, duets, trios and quartets: one performance lasting up to 4 minutes.
  • Choreography small groups of 5–9 participants and ensembles: two contrasting performances lasting up to 7 minutes in total.
  • Instrumental soloists, duets and trios: up to 4 minutes.
  • Instrumental groups, ensembles and orchestras: one or two compositions lasting up to 7 minutes in total.
  • Submit backing tracks no later than 20 days before the competition in FLAC, WAV or MP3 format.
  • Bring a backup copy of backing tracks on a USB flash drive.
  • Backing vocals are permitted provided they do not duplicate the main melody.
  • The organizer provides an electronic piano.
  • The competition is planned to take place in one of Prague’s halls.

Accommodation & prices

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Booking and payment terms

Booking and payment

  • After participation is confirmed, the organizer issues an invoice for 70% of the selected package price.
  • The first payment includes a €50 per person non-refundable registration fee.
  • The remaining balance is due no later than 3 weeks before arrival.
  • Competition fees are paid on site.

Cancellation

The following penalties apply in addition to the non-refundable registration fee:

  • Up to 32 days before arrival: no additional cancellation penalty.
  • 31–22 days before arrival: 50% of the total cost.
  • 21–14 days before arrival: 80% of the total cost.
  • 13–0 days before arrival: 100% of the total cost.

Festival programme

  1. Day 1

    Sunday 5 December

    Arrival and registration

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      Arrival in Prague, festival registration and hotel check-in.

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      Optional Prague Castle excursion and Black Theatre visit.

  2. Day 2

    Monday 6 December

    Competition programme

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      Introduction to the competition venue and stage facilities.

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      Consultations and rehearsals.

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      Competition performances before the jury.

  3. Day 3

    Tuesday 7 December

    Prague sightseeing

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      Guided walking tour, potentially including Old Town, New Town, Charles Bridge, Old Town Square and Wenceslas Square.

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      Optional boat trip.

  4. Day 4

    Wednesday 8 December

    Free time and departure

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      Free time and optional excursions, depending on the final schedule.

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      Hotel check-out and departure on 8 December 2027.

Excursions and transfers

Excursions

Optional excursions may include Karlovy Vary, Dresden, Vienna and Nuremberg. Excursion prices are available on request.

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XII INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL-CONTEST “ART STARS IN PRAGUE” 2027

5–8 Dec 2027 · Prague, Czechia · Apply by 5 Sept 2027

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