#Czech Carols

[yumartist]

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[mist-the-wannabe-linguist]

in honor of some people blasting christmas carols on full volume outside the dorms

[hellotailor]

i mentioned in my post about armand’s 1940s costumes that he visibly stands apart from the other Théâtre vamps, and i wanted to elaborate on that a bit.

the Théâtre coven are an eclectic group. however there are a few unifying factors. first off: pattern clashing. costume designer carol cutshall was inspired by the czech filmmaker karel zeman, whose live-action/animated films overlap with the Théâtre des Vampires own performance format:

many of the Théâtre vamps’ costumes (particularly onstage) involve bold patterns in black and grey, creating a lot of visual texture. on top of this monochrome palette you get pops of jewel-tone color. it's an extremely attention-grabbing look; the opposite of armand's more subtle, shadowy style.

then there's the characters' personal tastes. eglee is quite fashion-forward, with a kind of proto-rockabilly showgirl vibe - and a few brightly colored outfits. estelle (the one with curly red hair) was inspired by edith piaf, and celeste's costumes copy the aggressive stripes and zigzags of dazzle camouflage. she also has more of a 1920s/30s look - an interesting detail because some of these vamps are presumably hundreds of years old, and their wardrobes include old and new pieces.

santiago's costumes are a fantastic mix of vintage formalwear/theatre costumes (some of which are clearly dracula-inspired) and edgier outfits like his leather jacket, because he clearly wants to be seen as cool and dangerous. his judge costume is Thin White Duke-era david bowie!

individually, all of these characters put a ton of personality into their outfits. as a group, they absolutely look like a bohemian theatre company. their aesthetic embraces the "hiding in plain sight" philosophy of the Théâtre des Vampires itself, and you can easily imagine them being local microcelebrities among the parisian cabaret crowd.

armand, meanwhile, has no interest in garnering attention from the general public. he sometimes participates in the unofficial coven uniform by wearing subdued pinstripes or a black/grey suit (including the outfit he wears to direct the court case...!), but in general he's far more conservative and formal, with a sepia-toned palette. he isn't really one of the crew.

p.s. all of my iwtv costume design posts are archived on this tag!

[tokyosmega]

my headcanons for dndads feat. fanart i've done (flag explanations under cut)

*every character was raised in america, but their families have been here for varying amounts of generations*

SCARY:

veronica is czech and polish and her family has been in amercia for about 3-4 generations. samantha is african american and does not know where her african ancestors are from (fucking slave trade not documenting people and leaving generations of black americans without any semblance of a family history) but her family has been in america for a long time. ron is polish and german and his family has been in america for 3 generations.

TAYLOR:

cassandra is chinese and greek and she is 2nd generation. morgan is thai and she is 2nd generation. glenn and jodie are both han chinese (even though jodie is also a demon lol) and they are 3rd generation.

NORMAL:

rebecca is mexican and is 3rd generation. mercedes is ecuadorian and is 1st generation. henry is ... an elf? only like 1 of his grandparents was a human from earth and idk how human ethnicities in the forgotten realms work.

LINCOLN:

sooo my headcanon is that lincoln was probably born ON the titanic to a white woman who had had an affair with a black man and her white husband was Not happy that she cheated, which is why she was trying to get rid of her child and marco and grant were able to adopt him <3 marco is malaysian and his family has been in america for a long time. darryl is american with irish ancestry and his family has been in america for a long time. carol is american and british her family has been in america for a long time.

(not pictured but meryl is a chinese immigrant, stud is a polish immigrant who mostly grew up in nyc, hildy is german and 3rd generation, and robert is irish and 2nd generation)

[ohsalome]

I was watching a video about history of Shcendryk, which would be more familiar to you as "Carol of the bells", and I am so upset about not knowing enough about the history of this song. As you know, it was popularised in 1919 by the choir of Oleksandr Koshyts touring the Europe and USA. The beginning of the 20th century is also a time when the Ukraine as a country we know today was being born, and ukrainian politicians in Europe were struggling to gain allies against russia which wanted to keep Ukraine all to itself as a colony. Despite our best attempts, noone took us seriously back then. And this choir tour was the thing that helped europeans understand that we really are our own people, distinct from russians, and capable of our own subjectivity.

Just read these two quotes written before the tour and after it.

As you know, before the arrival of the Ukrainian Republican Chapel, the Czechs were supporters of a united indivisible Russia, and they looked at our separatism as a betrayal. Moskowites managed to convince the Czechs that we do not exist, that we are russians. So, I talked with Jaroslav Křička for several hours about various topics. But he did not even want me to speak to him in Ukrainian, and only at his request I spoke to him in Russian. After several hours of conversation with him, I got the impression that I could not convince him of the appropriateness of our [national] competition, and so we parted.

Joseph Pelensky - Ukrainian historian, art historian, professor, full member of the National Academy of Sciences.

And this quote is from article written by that very man critical to the idea of ukrainian national identity after he visited the concert:

It is hard for the hand to write criticism when the heart sings praise. Ukrainians came and won. I think that we knew little about them and hurt them greatly when we unconsciously and without information united them against their will with the Russian people. Our desire for a great and indivisible Russia is a weak argument against the nature of the whole Ukrainian people.

Jaroslav Křička - Czech composer, bronze medalist of the Olympic Games in the Art Competition.

Not much really changed during this century, didn't it?

[travelingare]

📍Prague, Czech Republic

Experience the enchanting winter holiday season in Prague,captured beautiful by 📸@peter.cech.photography.

Prague the capital of the Czech Republic transforms into a winter fairy tale with its stunning architecture and festive decorations.

The city's Christmas markets, particularly the one in Old Town Square, are a highlight of the season. Traditional wooden stalls offer everything from handmade gifts to warm, spiced mulled wine and trdelník, a local sweet pastry.

Prague's historic landmarks, such as Prague Castle and Charles Bridge, are decorated with lights, adding to the magical atmosphere. The city's Gothic and Baroque architecture provides a picturesque backdrop for the festive season. Enjoy the sounds of Christmas carols and classical music concerts filling the air in churches and concert halls, enhancing the city's festive spirit. Stroll along the Vltava River or the snow-covered streets to fully appreciate Prague's winter charm. City parks, such as Petřín Hill, become peaceful spots to enjoy the snowy scenery.

Il Indulge in Czech winter cuisine, known for its hearty and comforting dishes, in the cozy warmth of Prague's cafes and restaurants.

[fly-in-butter]

Recently @johankasas made me watch "Scrooge a Christmas Carol" with Czech dubbing and this is what I came up with :DDD

Multiverse of a Czech , English and Russian Scrooge in one place:)

[mybeautifulchristianjourney]

We Bring You News

We bring you the news, listen: All over the Bethlehem countryside, pay attention, Hear it attentively and unfailingly, Hear it attentively and unfailingly, Consider it!

The Pure Virgin gave birth to a Son. In the manger she put Christ the Lord. She cradled and wrapped him She cradled and wrapped him In swaddling clothes.

Angels from Heaven came to him, And shepherds gathered. They welcomed him, praised him, They welcomed him, praised him, Bore gifts.

Angels sing in the clouds, Declaring the birth of Christ, "He was born and laid in the manger," They announced!

Source: English language translation of the traditional Czech Christmas carol, Nesem vám noviny.

[pagan-stitches]

Czech Calendar Customs Master Post

I’m an American who has always been fascinated with family history.  The most recent arrivals in my family from the old world were my Great-Grandparents who emigrated from Běhařovice, a small village in Southern Moravia,  Perhaps it is because they are my most recent connection to Europe that I’m pulled so strongly toward their traditions.  In this post I’ll provide links to my posts documenting my attempts to integrate Czech calendar customs into my practice, as well as other resources.  In 2023 I plan on doing more detailed articles and will add them to this article.  I am in no way an expert on the customs of Czechia, just a descendant attempting to connect with my ancestors.

From Groundhog Day to the Three Kings: Customs and Traditions of Villages in Znojmo (Southern Moravian district in Czechia that my great-grandparents were from) Machine translated by google

February/March/April 2023 Devotional Schedule

Hromnice

Hromnice is the holiday that takes place at Candlemas/Groundhog Day/Brigid’s Day (February 2nd)

Bearers of Folklore: One More Hour on Hromnice

Background

My 2022 Hromnice candle

2023 Hromnice candle

Blessing my Hromnice candle

Waking Up Perun

Drowning Morana/Smrtka (Around Vernal Equinox)

Background

Drowning Morana 2023

Drowning Morana 2022

Drowning Morana 2021

Drowning Morana 2020

Drowning Smrtka in my Great-Grandparent’s Village

Morana embroidery

Masopust (Carnival)

Background

Fat Thursday Dinner 2022

Kupala Night (Midsummer)

Midsummer 2022

Dozinky (Autumn Equinox)

Background

2022 Dozinky wreathe 1

2022 Dozinky wreath 2

Dušičky (All Soul’s Day)

Dusicky 2022

Koleda (Winter Solstice)

Background

St. Thomas’ Day

Koleda dinner 2022

Christmas and Advent

My St. Andrew’s Eve 2022 (November 30)

St. Andrew’s Eve (November 30)

My St. Barbara’s Day (December 4)

St. Barbara’s Day (December 4)

St. Nicholas’ Eve (December 5)

St. Ambrose Day (December 7)

Feast of the Immaculate Conception (December 8)

St. Lucy’s Day (December 13)

Christmas Eve Dinner Plans for 2022

Christmas Eve Dinner 2022/2023?

St. Stephen’s Day (December 26)

Vanilla crescents/ Vanilkové rohlíčky recipe

Walnut boat fortune telling 2022

Apple fortune telling 2022

Free paper cut out ethnographic nativity scene by painter Maria Fischerová-Kvěchová

My version of the cut out ethnographic nativity scene

Czech and Moravian Christmas Carols

2022 Czech inspired Christmas embroidery

Foods for the New Year

New Year’s Sweepers

New Year’s Lunch

Feast of the Three Kings

[huihui820917]

😘迷人的女人两种不同的美态😘系列⑫

Carol Luna， Hazel Moore，Gigi Allens，Summer Brielle，Jenni Czech

[mist-the-wannabe-linguist]

As a Czech it will never stop being funny that the Brits and Americans have a Christmas carol about a guy who is the patron saint and divine protector of my people

[sunskate]

Layla and Alex are no longer listed for JGP #4 in Türkiye Sept 18-21 - Gover/Wilson French from Carol Lane's school are going instead. Layla and Alex were added to JGP Czech Republic Sept 4-7. maybe they wanted more time in between their 2 assignments. Skate Canada has moved teams around several times already. the remaining JGPs are in Poland, Slovenia and China

in the past, Alma Moir, Cara Moir or Adrian have gone to the JGPs, Scott went only to Worlds with them

[princesssarisa]

Sleeping Beauty Spring: "Faerie Tale Theatre: Sleeping Beauty" (1983 TV series episode)

Shelley Duvall's Faerie Tale Theatre is a cult classic among children of the '80s and '90s. So many of us grew up enjoying this TV series of hour-long fairy tale adaptations, with their celebrity casts, visuals inspired by the work of famous artists and illustrators, slightly cheesy special effects, and a blend of sincerity and quirky irreverence. I saw nearly every episode in its '90s reruns on The Disney Channel, or else on VHS with my friends at school during our parents' PTA meetings.

Sleeping Beauty is the fifth episode of the series. It stars Bernadette Peters and Christopher Reeve, who not only play the Princess and her Prince, but show off their acting range by also playing each other's unsavory romantic false leads, the "bad girl" Princess Debbie and the silly, spoiled son of King Murray. The rest of the cast includes Beverly d'Angelo as the sassy villainous fairy Henbane, Carol Kane as the slightly goofy yet sweet Pink Fairy who softens Henbane's curse from death to sleep, René Auberjonois and Sally Kellerman as the Princess's parents King Boris and Queen Natasha, and George Dzundza as the Woodsman who narrates the story.

Rather than the standard Western European country, this version of the story is set in Russia – mot likely in tribute to Tchaikovsky, whose music, not only from The Sleeping Beauty but from The Nutcracker and Romeo and Juliet, is heard in excerpts throughout. This creates a beautiful and unique visual aesthetic, inspired by the fairy tale illustrations of Kay Nielsen. The bulk of the story is told as a flashback, narrated by the Woodsman to a prince and his squire. Midway through (although the twist is predictable from the start), the "squire" is revealed to really be the Prince, and vice-versa. They've switched places so the Prince can better observe the moral character of the princesses he meets: a lesson he learned some time ago, when he was nearly ensnared by the seductive Arabian princess Debbie, who turned out to be the evil fairy Henbane in disguise.

The Woodsman's tale reveals that once upon a time, Queen Natasha longed for a child, but neither she nor King Boris knew how to have one, until a tiny fairy gave them some much-needed, discreetly whispered advice. When their daughter is born, they invite six fairies to the christening: distinctly Russian-looking fairies in white gowns and ornate headscarves, who all have strange-sounding voices and bright-colored skin. (Furthermore, one fairy is male, but dresses just like the female fairies and has the mannerisms of a sassy gay man.) Villainous Henbane has gray skin, while her sweet, lisping younger sister who softens her curse is pink.

Twenty years later, the Princess has grown up to be a kind, graceful beauty, who cooks food for the poor and expresses her longing for love with the classic Judy Garland song "I'm Nobody's Baby." (A jokey anachronism, yes, but also a showcase for Bernadette Peters' famous singing voice.) In a choice that recalls the Czech film How to Wake a Princess, her parents have arranged for her to marry the son of the visiting King Murray, in hope that in his kingdom she'll be safe from Henbane's curse. But the foreign prince turns out to be a foppish, cowardly snob. Horrified by the thought of marrying him, the Princess flees to a secluded tower... where, of course, Henbane waits in disguise as an old woman with a spinning wheel.

After the sleeping Princess is found, the Pink Fairy arrives, puts the grieving King and Queen to sleep, and freezes the rest of the court like statues. But not to be outdone, Henbane surrounds the castle with "man-eating briars," which move like snakes to grab their victims, and changes herself into a reptilian, fire-breathing giant (not quite a dragon like Disney's Maleficent, but close) to prevent any prince from breaking the spell. But of course, a hundred years later, these obstacles can't deter the Prince. Running off with the Woodsman's axe, he chops his way through the briars, then battles the gigantic Henbane and slays her by throwing the axe at her. Then he wakes the Princess with a kiss, and everyone lives happily ever after... except for the Woodsman, who never gets his axe back and is left trying to chop down trees with a knife.

Children will enjoy this Sleeping Beauty as a colorful retelling of the classic tale. Adults will enjoy it as a lightly fractured fairy tale, with quite a few grown-up jokes and innuendos, yet which strikes a good balance between silliness and sincerity. Either way, it's a memorable retelling, and a standout episode of the Faerie Tale Theatre series.

@ariel-seagull-wings, @thealmightyemprex, @faintingheroine, @reds-revenge, @comma-after-dearest, @autistic-prince-cinderella, @paexgo-rosa, @thatscarletflycatcher, @the-blue-fairie, @themousefromfantasyland

[nikatyler]

why do traditional czech christmas carols slap so hard when you’re a lil drunk

[travelingare]

📍Prague, Czech Republic

Experience the enchanting winter holiday season in Prague,captured beautiful by 📸@peter.cech.photography.

Prague the capital of the Czech Republic transforms into a winter fairy tale with its stunning architecture and festive decorations.

The city's Christmas markets, particularly the one in Old Town Square, are a highlight of the season. Traditional wooden stalls offer everything from handmade gifts to warm, spiced mulled wine and trdelník, a local sweet pastry.

Prague's historic landmarks, such as Prague Castle and Charles Bridge, are decorated with lights, adding to the magical atmosphere. The city's Gothic and Baroque architecture provides a picturesque backdrop for the festive season. Enjoy the sounds of Christmas carols and classical music concerts filling the air in churches and concert halls, enhancing the city's festive spirit. Stroll along the Vltava River or the snow-covered streets to fully appreciate Prague's winter charm. City parks, such as Petřín Hill, become peaceful spots to enjoy the snowy scenery.

Il Indulge in Czech winter cuisine, known for its hearty and comforting dishes, in the cozy warmth of Prague's cafes and restaurants.

[myryathedreamer]

2 + 15 (protože jsem zvědavá!) + 4 for the history ask game?

History ask set

2. What is your country most famous for in history? My first instinct is to say being a victim of the Munich Agreement (or being a victim in general lol) or the assassination of Reinhard Heydrich. But then I remembered the Christmas carol Good King Wenceslaus is supposedly based on Bohemian duke Saint Wenceslaus, so I'm gonna go with that. Also the battle of Austerlitz took place in present-day Czechia and any Napoleon nerd gotta know that one.

15. Were the history classes teached in an interesting way in your school/ college/ university? What would you do to improve them if you were the teacher / lecturer? In highschool it was a mixed bag. We had multiple teachers throughout the years. First one was focused on the dry theory, but he had good powerpoint presentations (those are always important) and iirc he liked to make interesting exam questions - like "Based on when they lived, could these two historical figures have met?" The second one loved to sprinkle in historical anecdotes (like the fact that one French prince was killed in the streets of Paris by a wild hog) and was overall a great narrator (he is a tour guide for Czech tourists in France as a second job), but I'll never forgivehim for the way he graded me on one particular exam. The last one had some great one-liners ("I've taken the first step in grading your exam papers: I found them.") and loved to add some personal stories when talking about the modern history. I was picked to dance with him on our maturita ball and he smelled of cologne and cigarettes, so that's a few points down, but overall a cool guy. I study archivistics and medieaval latin, so pretty much all of my classes are history-ajacent. I have to highlight one of my History of Administration professors, who had a great way with words and would always spend the latter third of a class talking about a historical scandal or something from every-day life. Another cool one was my Bohemian Medieval History professor, who had a very captivating way of speaking, loved to sprinkle in some jokes and had good powerpoint presentations (yes, that is very important to me). And last but not least my Epigraphy professor was pretty much the biggest expert in his field and it showed tremendously (also for this class I got to make epigraphic descriptions of 15th century tombstones which to this day remains the coolest thing I've ever done for class).

4. My bachelor thesis is focused on 14th century charters from one monastery, so right now that's the era I think about the most. Other than that I have to go with 15th century, because that's the era my theatrical swordfighting group focuses on. Also the journal of Václav Šašek z Bířkova I read for one class was a pretty good read.