Tělák: A Theatrical Exhibition Exploring Body Awareness and Personal Stories at the City of Prague Museum

Tělák is a theatrical exhibition exploring the themes of school and the gymnasium, spaces where bodily awareness and self-consciousness are heightened. It features audio recordings of real-life testimonies from adolescents and adults reflecting on body image, acceptance, and societal judgment.

The exhibition "Tělák" (Physical Education) transforms familiar spaces like the school and gymnasium into a deeply personal and reflective experience. These are environments where individuals confront their bodies, often under the scrutiny of peers and authority figures, leading to questions about self-worth, sensitivity, and belonging. Instead of actors, the exhibition utilizes audio recordings of authentic testimonies from individuals who have faced judgment based on their appearance, feelings, or identity. These narratives encompass themes of repression and exclusion, but also highlight journeys of self-discovery, freedom, mutual respect, support, and acceptance. The exhibition space is designed as a playful, theatrical environment with an imaginative design, where objects and figures may be presented at unusual scales, prompting reflection on the rules we use to judge ourselves and others, and the definitions of 'good enough,' 'sufficient,' or 'normal.' "Tělák" engages with real stories and emotions, offering visitors an opportunity to recognize familiar experiences or encounter new perspectives, ultimately providing a powerful experience rooted in authentic life stories.

Admission to the entire main building, including this exhibition, is free.