PRAGUE - THE NINE ARTS

Course Description

Our guides for this trip will be the nine muses, patrons of the arts. With hands-on workshops, you will have the opportunity to explore art in its many forms: music, film, visual arts, theatre. You will meet the man who inspired Steven Spielberg and George Lucas, learn how 19th century crowdfunding impacted the Czech language, and discover the most instagrammable places in Prague. The trip aims to help you see Prague and Czech art from an insider’s point of view. You do not have to be an accomplished artist to join this trip; all you need is an open mind and a willingness to enjoy, learn, create and try something new.

Itinerary (tentative):

Czech language class

National Gallery

Karel Zeman Museum & animation workshop

New circus workshop

Puppet making workshop

Musical performance

Movie screening

Movie studios tour

Guided walk in Prague - most instagrammable places

Learning Goals

By signing up for this trip, you will achieve a deep understanding of Czech history, lifestyle and culture, while considering their significance in the local and international context from an interdisciplinary perspective. 

You will gain familiarity with places and concepts in the host country that go beyond the typical expat experience, giving you a more authentic understanding of the country. 

This trip will also help to enhance your communication skills and confidence, allowing you to function more effectively in a wider community. It is a great opportunity for newcomers or any students looking to increase their opportunities for interaction with others.

ISP Mission Links

This cultural trip perfectly aligns with the major areas of ISP's mission. By providing learners with opportunities to explore and experience new cultures, it inspires their curiosity and desire to inquire about the world around them. Through authentic education, learners engage in real-world situations and apply their knowledge in a meaningful way. They are empowered to work both cooperatively and independently, developing skills and confidence necessary to succeed in a diverse and ever-changing world. Moreover, this trip fosters compassion and intercultural understanding as learners actively engage with local language, history, and culture. Overall, this cultural trip enables learners to become competent, compassionate, and impactful changemakers, perfectly embodying the values of ISP's mission.