An evening celebrating Karel Gott, a Czech pop singer and painter. Gott (1939-2019), an expressive tenor, was named the Most Favorite Male Singer 42 times at the annual Czech music awards, Czech Nightingale (“Cesky slavik”), most recently in 2017. Over the course of his career, he released nearly 300 albums and introduced thousands of songs. Often referred to as the "Sinatra of the East," he was a romantic crooner who recorded hundreds of albums and performed worldwide. In 2009, Gott was awarded the Distinguished Merit Medal by the Czech government.

Program

Honoring Memories: Celebrate our cherished moments with Karel Gott on the anniversary of his 85th birthday and the fifth anniversary of his passing.

Film Karel: Screening of scenes from the film Karel, highlighting Karel Gott’s life achievements and professional career. In Czech with English subtitles.

Tribute to a Tenor: Reflect on the career of our beloved romantic tenor, listen to some of his unforgettable melodies, and explore his life as depicted in the film Karel, showcasing his passion for painting and his impact as a remarkable human being.

 Event highlights: Novelty Shop, cash bar

 Free and open to the public. RSVP through Eventbrite.

This event is organized by the Association of Free Czechoslovak Sportsmen and Zlata Praha Productions, with the support of BBLA and Brouczech.