The Ravens

Family happiness, domestic harmony, and financial security are shattered when the head of the household dies unexpectedly. The widow and her three daughters must quickly adapt to their new reality. But how, when they’ve never managed a budget and now face pressure from a lawyer, a notary, and creditors?
What does it mean when everything changes overnight, and there’s no time to grieve because the wheels of the economy keep turning?
We follow the fates of four women who cannot adjust – because they don’t even have time to catch their breath or get their bearings.
It’s hard to say who is the victim and who is to blame.
We are all voyeurs of other people’s lives: we see a comedy, but it might actually be a bitter tragedy.

About the company

Dejvické divadlo (Dejvice Theatre) is one of the most acclaimed theatre companies in the Czech Republic, known for its distinctive ensemble work, high artistic standards, and strong connection with contemporary audiences. Founded in 1992 and based in the Prague district of Dejvice, the theatre has built a reputation for its original productions, adaptations of classic and modern texts, and collaborations with leading Czech directors and playwrights.

The company is renowned for its unique blend of humour, depth, and subtlety, often balancing drama with comedy in intellectually engaging ways. Many of its ensemble members are among the most respected Czech actors, with significant achievements in film and television as well.

Dejvické divadlo has won numerous national awards and regularly appears at major theatre festivals around Europe. Despite its relatively small size, it maintains a strong artistic identity and a devoted following, offering a vital contribution to the contemporary Czech theatre scene.

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Jan Frič is a Czech theatre director known for his bold, imaginative, and visually striking productions. A graduate of the Theatre Faculty of the Academy of Performing Arts in Prague (DAMU), he has become a prominent voice in contemporary Czech theatre through his innovative reinterpretations of classical texts.

Frič’s directing style is characterised by a strong visual language, playful dramaturgy, and a deep interest in the psychological and political dimensions of theatre. His work often explores themes of identity, power, and existential absurdity, while blending irony, provocation, and emotional intensity.

He has directed productions for major Czech theatres, including the National Theatre in Prague, and frequently collaborates with some of the country’s most influential stage designers and playwrights. Frič’s productions have also received critical acclaim for their originality and impact.