Sticking Your Neck Out: KAFKAesque

9 Feb – 22 Sep 2024

Education without limits, a programme with a beginning and an end

Who is it for? For the general public | for junior high school and high school students (a suitable supplement for Art, Media Studies, Social Studies/Social Science Basics, Czech)

How long is it? 120–150 min

How? Live in DOX or we will prepare an online version for you.

How much does it cost for a school group? 200 CZK/person for groups of 10 to 25 people  | accompanying teacher free

How much for any other group? 350 CZK/person for groups of 10 or more

When and how to order? Ideally the programme should be ordered at least 2 weeks in advance, to pre-book the programme please fill in the booking form.

Cancellation? At least one workday in advance, otherwise a cancellation fee of CZK 500 applies

Reservations and other information: skoly@dox.cz or 295 568 104 |

DOX Centre for Contemporary Art
Poupětova 1, Prague 7
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Educational programme from the permanent offer of ROLE (IN) ART for the exhibition KAFKAesque

role “artist”

What does it mean to “stick your neck out”? What role does courage and the ability to go your own way play in any kind of creation? The works of artists, writers, composers, and others often invite us into their own stories, and authenticity is valued, whether it conveys beauty, joy, or despair. The reaction may be immediate, or it may take time, but the original creator is always sticking their neck out.

The exhibition KAFKAesque focuses on the reflection of Kafka’s work and poetics in contemporary art. It does not offer a historical view of his work, but a view that reflects our contemporary situation with all its complexities and ambiguities. The work of more than thirty internationally renowned artists shows that Kafka’s work, with its references to existential fears and personal anxieties, is highly relevant to our times. And it inspires pupils and students to express themselves in an authentic way.

The educational programme includes various activities, commentaries, discussions, and contemplation in the exhibition – all with a final reflection.