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Students on this faculty-led program are able to take a Theatre course in the Czech Republic for a month over the summer. Students will explore the relationship between theatre and society through the lens of Central Europe's post-Communist transition. 

Apply now! This program is traveling for Summer 2027! Apply by February 1 to participate.

 

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Location

Prague, Czech Republic

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Term

Summer

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Housing

Dormitory

Program Highlights

Students will attend shows at the National Theatre, National Marionette Theatre, Theatre on the Balustrade, Prague Fringe Festival, and the famous Laterna Magika.  

All show tickets are included, and there are possible excursions to Medieval Cesky Krumlov, nearby European cities, and the Terezin Concentration Camp.

Program Contact Information

Desiree Dube

Assistant Director, Education Abroad

Email: ddube1@kent.edu

Office Phone: 330-672-7989

Important Dates & Billing

Important Dates

Application Deadline: February 1, 2027

Withdrawal Deadline: February 10, 2027

Deposit Deadline: February 10, 2027

  • You can pay your deposit online here: 
    • Under "Categories" select "Student Travel Deposit: Trumbull Campus"
    • Under "Items" select "Faculty-Led: Theatre & Social Change in Prague"
    • From there, you can add the item to your cart and complete the payment.

Payment Deadline: The remainder of the program fee will be billed to your Ģý student account. The program fee deadline will be in accordance with the Financial, Billing and Enrollment Center's Summer 2027 payment due dates. You should refer to the first Summer 2027 due date.

Application Process

You will need to complete a Ģý Education Abroad application. These quick steps will help walk you through the process.

1. Start an Education Abroad Application

When you click the "Apply Now" button (located towards the top and bottom of this page), you will be brought to the Education Abroad application system where you can view program costs and start an application. Be sure to submit your application before the deadline!

2. Guest Application (If applicable)

Are you a student at another university? To apply for a Ģý education abroad program, you will first need to apply for admission to Ģý as a “Guest Student”. Please apply as either an “Undergraduate Guest Student” or as a “Graduate Guest Student”, depending on your course level.

Once you have applied and been accepted as a Ģý student, you will receive an email with your FlashLine login credentials. Activate your account and then proceed to the next step, which is to apply to the Education Abroad program of your interest. You can return to this page and follow the “Apply Now” button to start that application.

You can also refer to the FAQs for Guest Students if you need further help.

3. Wait for Acceptance

Once you have submitted your study abroad program application, it will be reviewed by the faculty leader. Applications are evaluated on a rolling basis. You should hear back from us within one month.

4. Commit to the Program

If you are accepted, you need to log back into your application by going to and clicking LOGIN. Once you see the name of your program, you need to click on it and commit (i.e., accept your offer of admission). 

Eligibility

Eligibility

  • Must be 18 years of age or older by the start of the program abroad
  • Minimum 2.5 GPA.
Academics

Course Information

Course Name: THEA 41089/ 51089 International Experience: Theatre and Social Change in Czechia (DIVG) (ELR)

Number of Credit Hours: 3

KSU Sponsoring College: Trumbull Campus / College of the Arts

Course Description: Using a combination of in-depth research and direct learning experiences, this course explores the intersection between theatre and socio-political change through the example of Czechoslovakia’s history from the 1968 Prague Spring to the Velvet Revolution of 1989/90 and on through today’s concerns of Western late-stage capitalism. Students study both historical and contemporary texts, as well as view productions while on a study abroad program.

Faculty Contact Information:

Eric S. Kildow

  • Title: Associate Professor of Theatre at Ģý Trumbull
  • Email: ekildow@kent.edu
  • Phone: 330-675-8829
Tentative Itinerary

Included below is a tentative itinerary for this program. Sequence, sites, and departure city are subject to changes in availability and cost.

  • May 30: Student lodging is available
  • May 31: Free day
  • June 1: Instructional Day, Show at State Opera Prague
  • June 2: Instructional Day, Show at Narodni Divadlo
  • June 3: Instructional Day, Show at Laterna Magicka
  • June 4: Instructional Day, Show at Narodni Divadlo
  • June 5 - 7: Free days
  • June 8: Instructional Day, Show at Divadlo na Zabradli
  • June 9: Instructional Day, Show at Ta Fantastika
  • June 10: Instructional Day, Show at Estates Theatre
  • June 11 - 14: Free days
  • June 15: Instructional Day, Show at Divadlo Cerkova
  • June 16: Instructional Day, Show at Divadlo Hibernia
  • June 17: Instructional Day, Show at National Marionette Theatre
  • June 18 - 19: Free days
  • June 20: Depart
Location & Transportation

Prague, Czech Republic

Prague was once a capital of the Holy Roman Empire, then a significant outpost of the Hapsburg Empire. A center of the Protestant Reformation, as well as the rise and fall of Communism, Prague has long sat at the crossroads of Europe.

Nearby sites include the Sedlec Ossuary at Kutna Hora, Terezin Concentration Camp, and the medieval village at Cesky Krumlov.

Prague also sits very close to other major cities and offers easy access to the likes of Vienna, Munich, Berlin, Zagreb, Krakow, and others via air and rail.

Boasting a vibrant and exciting theatre scene, Prague has long been at the forefront of artistic developments.  From being among the first to experiment with interactive multimedia, to Prague's signature "Black Light Theatre" style, the city and its artistic community has a reputation for ground-breaking experiments with form and style.

Transportation

Students will be provided a transit pass for the Prague metro/bus/streetcar system.  Students are responsible for their own airfare and transit outside of the city.

Airports

We recommend using Vaclav Havel Airport, which is the only airport that serves Prague.

Local Transit

Students will be provided with a transit pass for the metro/bus/streetcar system.

Housing & Meals

Accommodations

Student accommodation will consist of dormitory living in the facilities of the Technical University of Prague. Lunch is provided at Anglo-American University on instructional days.

Meals

Students will be responsible for most meals. Lunches are provided on instructional days.

Accessibility Information

Accessibility Information

GENERAL INFORMATION:

Whether your disability is visible or invisible, Education Abroad is committed to making educational experiences abroad possible for you. Early disclosure of personal needs and an open mind to different programs, locations, and services can help you identify the best opportunities abroad.  

Things to Consider

  • What types of physical, academic, and mental health resources and accommodations are available in my host country?
  • What types of activities does this program involve? Will there be strenuous hiking? Will we be walking long distances? Will we be carrying significant weight?
  • What is the housing like on this program? Will I be sharing a room or bathroom? Is there AC/heat?
  • What types of foods are available to me on this program? Will I be able to find meals that meet my dietary needs?
  • What types of transportation does this program use? Will I be navigating public transportation? Is public transportation accessible?
  • What is the climate like in my host country? Will there be extreme heat or cold?
  • Are my medications controlled or banned abroad? Are there regulations on traveling with my medications, service animal, etc.?
  • Are there prescriptions that I need to fill before I leave? What medications are available abroad? Is there a refrigerator to store my medication if needed?
  • How does my host country view my disability?
  • How do accessibility regulations in my host country differ from the US? (Ex.) Are ramps, elevators, tactile markings, etc. required/available?
  • Can I use my US medical devices in my host country? Is the voltage different? Will my equipment fit through a standard door (height/width) in my host country?
  • If there are overnight field trips outside of my typical housing for the program, is it possible to maintain the same housing accommodations I may require?

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Pre-Departure Orientation

Prior to your study abroad experience, you will participate in a mandatory pre-departure orientation hosted by the College of Honors and Global Education. During this orientation, you will be provided with information including but not limited to:

  • international travel procedures;
  • in-country resources;
  • health and safety resources and information;
  • culture shock and resources to help prepare for living abroad.

All students are encouraged to register with the prior to departure.

You can also review a wide variety of resources we’ve pulled together for you on our “Before You Go” page.

Country Profile

You can learn more about your destination(s), including travel advisories, through the .

In addition, we encourage you to visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) travel page for for traveling to your destination(s).

If vaccinations or medications are needed according to the CDC, you should make arrangements for appointments with your healthcare provider or the DeWeese Health Center as soon as possible. Appointment openings at the DeWeese Health Center are limited and vaccines may need to be ordered, which takes time. Please note that not all immunizations are available at the DeWeese Health Center. 

Costs and Funding

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Costs for the program will differ for every student. You can use our Cost Calculator to get an estimate of what you might expect for your program. 

We encourage you to meet with the Financial, Billing, and Enrollment Center to see how your aid may apply to an international program. We also encourage you to meet with your Academic Advisor to discuss your Course Plan of Study and to evaluate if your planned coursework is eligible for federal financial aid.  

 

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