ŠVANDOVO DIVADLO NA SMÍCHOVĚ

What ŠVANDOVO DIVADLO NA SMÍCHOVĚ does

Švandovo divadlo na Smíchově is a professional drama theatre located in the Smíchov district of Prague 5, operating as a contributory organization (příspěvková organizace) of the Capital City of Prague under a Founding Charter issued by the Prague City Council in 2011 (last amended June 19, 2014). The theatre operates two complementary performance spaces — the Velký sál (large hall) with induction loop accessibility, and the more intimate Studio — and is directed by Mgr. Daniel Hrbek Ph.D. It serves general Czech theatre audiences, international visitors, school groups, and touring festival circuits with a programme spanning contemporary Czech drama, world classics, comedy, and experimental works. The theatre claims to be the 'first Prague drama theatre with English subtitles' and also offers Czech subtitles for deaf and hard-of-hearing audiences, alongside barrier-free access.

The theatre's revenue model combines public subsidies (City of Prague and Prague 5 district) with self-earned income from ticket sales, venue and space rentals (Velký sál, Studio, rehearsal room, recording studio), a tiered corporate sponsorship programme (general partner 1,000,000 CZK down to visual arts sponsor 80,000 CZK), an annual loyalty programme (Klub Švandivák), and gift voucher sales. Distribution is multi-channel: an owned box office, the Gemini by COMNET online ticketing system, and third-party resellers (Ticketportal, WebTicket), supplemented by touring productions across Czech regional theatres and international festivals in the US, Slovakia, Hungary, France, and South Korea. The organization also operates a theatre café (Divadelní kavárna), a visual arts wall (Výtvarná zeď) in the foyer, and accepts multiple employee benefit voucher systems (Pluxee, Edenred, Unišek, Benefit Plus, CadHoc).

Theatre operates a lean team of approximately 30 employees with no disclosed funding rounds, no venture or private equity backing, and no subsidiaries. Its ownership structure is purely municipal, with the City of Prague as the founding authority and Prague 5 district as a supplementary funder. Notable partnerships include a recurring exchange with Divadlo Astorka Korzo '94 in Bratislava, membership in the Association of Professional Theatres (APD), and supplier arrangements with Dermacol, Pizzeria Einstein, Florea, and Artikon. The production 'Klec bláznů' won the Audience Comedy Award and Expert Jury Award at the 2025 GRAND Festival smíchu in Pardubice.

Name

ŠVANDOVO DIVADLO NA SMÍCHOVĚ

Legal name

Švandovo divadlo na Smíchově

Website

https://svandovodivadlo.cz

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Švandovo divadlo na Smíchově is a municipal professional drama theatre in Prague 5, owned by the City of Prague, operating two performance spaces (Velký sál and Studio) with a repertoire of contemporary Czech drama, classics, and international touring productions for general Czech and international audiences.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Live Theatre and Performing Arts

NAICS

Theater Companies and Dinner Theaters (71111)

SIC

Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro primary industry

Classical & Contemporary Theatre (Plays/Drama) (MPAGABAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Regional & Repertory Theatre Companies (MPAGABAB), Concert Halls & Music Venue Operations (Symphony Halls, Recital Venues) (MPAGALAC)

Keywords

• Live theatre performances
• Drama theatre productions
• Venue rental services
• Theatre ticketing system
• Cultural event hosting

Headquarters

HQ city

Prague

HQ country

Czechia

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Ticket Sales: Revenue from the sale of tickets for performances at the Velký sál and Studio, including e-tickets and regular printed tickets. Ticket sales are the primary revenue stream, with a maximum of 6 items per transaction and tiered discount categories for specific audience groups.
2. Sponsorship & Partnership: Corporate sponsorship at multiple tiers: general partner (1,000,000 CZK), season sponsor exclusive partner (500,000 CZK) and other partners (200,000 CZK), production sponsors (100,000 CZK), visual arts sponsors (80,000 CZK), and exclusive supplier arrangements. The theatre also receives operational funding from the City of Prague (Hlavní město Praha) and Prague 5 district (Městská část Praha 5).
3. Venue Rental: Rental of performance spaces (Velký sál, Studio, Zkušebna/rehearsal room, recording studio) and theatre café to external parties for events, productions, and private functions.
4. Loyalty Program - Klub Švandivák: Annual loyalty membership program offering ticket discounts and other benefits to returning theatre-goers. Members receive preferential pricing on tickets.
5. Gift Vouchers: Sale of gift vouchers (dárkové poukazy) for theatre tickets, sold through the box office and online.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Švandovo divadlo na Smíchově is a professional drama theatre that produces and presents a repertoire of Czech-language dramatic, comedic, and experimental theatrical performances in two venues — the Velký sál (large hall) and Studio — augmented by concerts, guest ensembles, touring productions, accessibility services such as English and Czech subtitles, and complementary paid services including venue rental, a recording studio, gift vouchers, and an annual loyalty program.

Product overview

Švandovo divadlo na Smíchově is a professional theater in Prague operating as a contributory organization of the City of Prague. The theater offers a diverse repertoire of dramatic productions, comedies, concerts, and experimental performances presented primarily in two venues: the larger Velký sál (Great Hall) and the more intimate Studio space. The theater operates as a multi-product cultural institution offering ticketed performances (Inscenace/Repertoár), space rentals for events, a loyalty program (Klub Švandivák), a recording studio, virtual tours, and a theater café. The institution also maintains touring productions (Zájezdy) that perform across the Czech Republic, Slovakia, and international festivals. Accessibility features include English subtitles for selected performances, Czech subtitles for hearing-impaired audiences, and induction loop systems in the Great Hall.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Theatrical Repertoire (Inscenace / Repertoár) Core theatrical productions and performances across the theatre's repertoire, including drama, comedy, and experimental works performed in Velký sál and Studio for general audiences in Prague and the Czech Republic.
• Venue and Space Rental (Pronájem prostor) Rental of theatre spaces — Velký sál, Studio, rehearsal rooms, and recording studio — to external event organisers, independent producers, and private clients for events, productions, and recordings.
• Touring Productions (Zájezdy) Touring theatrical productions performed at partner theatres and cultural venues across the Czech Republic, Slovakia, and international festivals (including in the USA, Hungary, France, and South Korea).
• Klub Švandivák Loyalty Program Annual loyalty program (Klub Švandivák) offering ticket discounts and benefits to returning theatre attendees, available through the box office and online.
• Gift Vouchers (Dárkové poukazy) Gift vouchers for theatre tickets and services, sold through the physical box office and the theatre's online channel for personal or corporate gifting.
• Divadelní kavárna (Theatre Café) Theatre café offering refreshments and dining for audience members before and after performances, also available as a rental venue for private functions.
• Recording Studio (Nahrávací studio) On-site recording studio available for rent to support audio and music recordings for productions and external clients.
• Corporate Sponsorship Packages Multi-tier corporate sponsorship packages — General Partner, Season Sponsor, Production Sponsor, Visual Arts Sponsor, and Exclusive Supplier — providing visibility, branding, and hospitality benefits to corporate partners.
• Virtual Tour (Virtuální prohlídka) Online virtual tour enabling prospective visitors to explore the theatre's facilities and performance spaces.

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Integration8 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• POLAS videostudioTechnology or IntegrationVideo production partner providing video studio services for the theatre's production documentation and promotional content.
• DermacolminorOthersCosmetics brand listed as a partner, likely providing exclusive supply of cosmetic products for productions or the theatre café, or as a sponsorship arrangement.
• Pizzeria EinsteinminorOthersRestaurant partner providing catering services, listed as a supporter on the theatre's partner page.
• FloreaminorOthersFloral arrangements supplier for premieres and anniversary events, listed as a partner of the theatre.
• Artikon (partner Výtvarné zdi)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner specifically supporting the theatre's Visual Arts Wall (Výtvarná zeď) programme, which commissions original large-scale artworks for the theatre's foyer wall (3 x 5 metres).
• Asociace profesionálních divadel (Association of Professional Theatres, APD)minorOthersThe theatre is a member of the Association of Professional Theatres (APD), an industry body representing professional theatre companies in the Czech Republic.
• Divadlo Astorka Korzo '94 (Bratislava)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegular guest performance partner in Bratislava, Slovakia. Švandovo divadlo regularly performs at Astorka Korzo '94 as part of its touring programme, maintaining ongoing cross-border artistic exchange.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Divadlo Bolka Polívky: Brno-based drama theatre with a similar mix of contemporary Czech drama, comedy, and ensemble-led productions. Comparable as a regionally anchored, mid-sized drama theatre with touring activities and a similar sponsorship/partnership model.
• Činoherní klub: Historic Prague drama theatre in the city centre with a strong contemporary Czech repertoire and loyal subscription base. Comparable to Švandovo divadlo in scale, dramatic focus, and audience demographic, with direct overlap in Prague theatregoers.
• Divadlo Husa na provázku: Renowned Czech drama theatre in Brno with strong festival presence and international touring (including New York). Highly comparable to Švandovo divadlo for its mid-sized ensemble, contemporary repertoire, and international festival circuit participation.
• Divadlo Na Vinohradech: One of Prague's established drama theatres with a broader historical stage and subscription tradition. Directly comparable to Švandovo divadlo as a Prague-based drama theatre competing for the same local audience and offering traditional and contemporary Czech repertoire.

Emerging players

• RockOpera Praha: Prague-based themed music theatre combining rock music with theatrical performance. Comparable to Švandovo divadlo's occasional concert programming (Velký sál), but serving a different niche through its music-driven format.
• Divadlo MASO: Independent Prague theatre ensemble that recently transferred its sold-out production 'Tři Heteráni' to Švandovo divadlo's Velký sál. Comparable as a smaller, experimental Prague theatre reaching the same audiences through a different delivery model (independent ensemble vs. venue).

Broad incumbents

• Národní divadlo (National Theatre Prague): Czech Republic's flagship national theatre, operating three venues (historical, Stavovské, and Státní opera) with opera, drama, and ballet. Comparable as a publicly funded Prague drama institution, but far larger and broader in scope than Švandovo divadlo's focused drama-only programming.
• Městská divadla pražská (Prague Municipal Theatres): An umbrella organization operating multiple Prague theatres (Divadlo ABC, Divadlo Rokoko, Divadlo Komedie). As the direct municipal peer to Švandovo divadlo's contributory status, it competes for the same Prague cultural budget and overlapping general audiences.

Regional players

• Divadlo Petra Bezruče (Ostrava): Major regional drama theatre in Ostrava with contemporary Czech repertoire and festival appearances. Comparable to Švandovo divadlo in scale and programming, but operating in a different Czech regional market.
• Divadlo Astorka Korzo '94 (Bratislava): Slovak drama theatre in Bratislava with which Švandovo divadlo maintains a regular guest performance partnership. Highly comparable as a mid-sized drama theatre in a neighbouring market, with shared cross-border touring audiences.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/%C5%A1vandovo-divadlo-na-sm%C3%ADchov%C4%9B

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Profiles7 records

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