JOSEF SVOBODA, SCENOGRAPHER, Gask Kutná Hora

Author: Daniel Hanzlík, Pavel Mrkus

Year of foundation: 2021

Jan Evangelista Purkyně University in Ústí nad Labem
Faculty of Art and Design
Time-Based Media

Our approach to the concept of the exhibition can be characterized by the term "Unity in Diversity". We realize that our conception of architecture must not take precedence over the meaning of the original intentions and principles that Svoboda applied. We present his work as current, still alive and inspiring, even though it has already been completed. The entire longitudinal axis of the exhibition halls, which can be seen at once, consists of a number of original scenographic models from Svoboda's studio, which are the original exhibits with Svoboda's own manuscript. All other content revolves around this axis, the original models are here in fact as a distinctive authentic form, emphasizing the personality of their creator. The front wall is intended for large-scale projection of 3D animation presenting the motif of the fundamental scenographic principle of the production, or period film documentation material (at Laterna magika). The left wall shows the actual form of individual productions in the form of period documents and audiovisual materials played on TV or projection. On the right wall is a text stating the topic. The back wall serves as a carrier for the placement of a large-format text - a quote by J. S., the meaning of which corresponds to or complements the content of the room (the selection of the quote is processed by Martin Ondruš).