Live Multilingual Subtitles and Audio Translation
At our theatre, we believe that language should never be a barrier to experiencing live performances. Whether you are visiting from abroad, exploring Czech theatre for the first time, or simply prefer to follow a performance in your native language, our multilingual translation service makes it easier than ever to enjoy the show.
Through an innovative external subtitling and translation system, we offer live subtitles and audio translation in multiple languages, allowing international audiences to follow the story as it unfolds on stage.
The system automatically transcribes spoken dialogue and translates it in real time, making performances more accessible to visitors from around the world.
How Does It Work?
Accessing the translation service is simple. All you need is your smartphone and an internet connection (We have Wi-Fi!).
- Scan the QR Code:
You will find a dedicated QR code at the theatre, as well as on selected printed materials. Scan the code using your smartphone's camera to access the translation service.
Both our box office and usher staff will have the QR code for you. The QR will also be in the theatre foyer.
- Select Your Preferred Language
Once the page opens, choose your preferred language from the available options. The system supports multiple languages, making it possible for international visitors to enjoy performances without needing to understand Czech.
- Choose Between Subtitles and Audio Translation
Depending on your preference, you can follow the performance through live subtitles displayed on your smartphone or listen to an audio translation through your headphones.
If you have your smartphone open during the performance, please make sure to keep the brightness down and to turn on dark mode in the interface!
- Enjoy the Performance!
The translation service follows spoken word throughout the performance, helping you stay connected to the story, characters, and action on stage.
No App Installation Required - Our translation service works directly in your web browser, meaning there is no need to download or install any additional applications.
The service is compatible with most modern smartphones and requires only a stable internet connection.
Unlike traditional theatre subtitles, which are prepared in advance, our external translation system processes spoken dialogue during the performance. This allows the service to provide multilingual transcription and translation in real time, following the actors as they speak, even when they go off-script!
Because the subtitles and audio translations are generated automatically during the performance, occasional delays or minor inaccuracies may occur, particularly during rapid dialogue, musical passages, or moments involving several performers speaking simultaneously.
Nevertheless, the service offers international audiences a convenient way to follow the storyline, understand the dialogue, and engage more fully with the performance.
Subtitles or Audio Translation – Choosing and navigating
Live Subtitles
Prefer reading along? Select the subtitle option to follow the dialogue in your chosen language directly on your smartphone. This allows you to listen to the performers' original voices while reading the translated dialogue.
The text translation is faster than audio!
Audio Translation
Would you rather listen to the performance in your preferred language? Select the audio translation option and use your own headphones to hear the translated dialogue.
For the comfort of other audience members, we kindly ask visitors using audio translation to wear headphones throughout the performance.
Need Help? We're Here for You!
Our front of house staff team will be happy to assist you before the performance.
If you need help accessing the translation service, selecting your language, or connecting to Wi-Fi, please do not hesitate to approach one of our ushers.
We recommend setting up the translation service before the performance begins to ensure a smooth and uninterrupted experience.
An Accessible Theatre Experience
Theatre is a universal art form, bringing people together through storytelling, music, movement, and emotion. We want international visitors to feel equally welcome and able to enjoy everything our performances have to offer.
By introducing multilingual subtitles and audio translation, we aim to make Czech theatre more accessible to audiences from different linguistic backgrounds while preserving the authenticity and atmosphere of the original live performance.
Whether you are a tourist discovering Prague, an international resident, or simply someone who enjoys experiencing theatre in another language, we invite you to discover our productions with the support of our live translation service.
Please note: The translation service is provided through an external automated system. Language availability and translation quality may vary depending on the performance and technical conditions, your connection and your device.
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The service requires a compatible device and an internet connection.
