Introduction of Selected Composers of Instrumental Theater and its Pedagogical Potential

The article deals with instrumental theatre, which is relatively little-known in the Czech Republic. It introduces a new generation of performers and composers working in this genre, although they represent only a fraction of the field. While the artists mentioned employ different media and tools, such as live electronics, stage movement, experimental musical instruments, extended playing techniques, and textual elements – their work is rich in meaning and expression. Finally, the article discusses the possibility of teaching instrumental theatre in conservatories and academies, a practice that remains rare both in Czechia and abroad. It also highlights a few institutions offering education in performance and other subjects related to instrumental theatre. It was published in Opus Musicum on February 1, 2023.