HILT Black Light Theatre
Black light theatre is wordless stage magic: under UV light, black-clad performers “disappear,” so masks, puppets and glowing objects seem to move by themselves. It’s pure visual storytelling—playful, surprising, and understood by any audience. HILT is a world-traveling ensemble performing this craft on major stages and festivals. |
HILT Black Light Theatre Finds Friendship and Success at Bharat Rang Mahotsav 2025 Through Collaboration with Indian Directors
The success of HILT’s performance at Bharat Rang Mahotsav hinged on the profound cooperation with Indian directors Swati Sharma Vyas and Sajal Mondal. Their expertise and understanding of the Indian theatrical scene were instrumental in ensuring a seamless integration of the HILT's vision into the festival's venues in Jaipur and New Delhi. These individuals acted as key stage managers, orchestrating the intricate set-up of stages, lighting, and projections for HILT’s performance.
Česko-indické vztahy opět rostou díky Černému divadlu HILT
Dobré obchodní vztahy mezi Indií a Českem sahají až do středověku. V rámci divadelních vztahů nejvíce uspělo české Černé divadlo HILT. V roce 2007 se tato skupina, tehdy nově vzniklá, vydala na dalekou cestu poprvé.
Originated in Prague in the 1960s
Prague, Czech Republic, is a city that is renowned for its rich history, stunning architecture, and vibrant nightlife. However, one of the lesser-known gems of this beautiful city is its thriving black light theatre scene.
Theodor Hoidekr - black light dream came true
As a child, Hoidekr dreamed of one day having his own theatre where he could bring his creative ideas to life. This dream became a reality when he opened his own theatre, showcasing his unique and innovative productions to audiences around the world.
No language barriers
This unique theatre genre combines elements of dance, mime, and visual effects to create a mesmerizing experience for all spectators. The success of HILT lies in its ability to transcend language barriers and appeal to a diverse range of audiences.
Magic Phantom Comedy
HILT black light theatre Prague has been captivating audiences all over the world with their mesmerizing show "Magic Phantom Comedy". Under the direction of Theodor Hoidekr, this renowned theatre has gained international success, recently selling out Teatro Nacional in Guatemala. Their unique blend of black light techniques and comedy has earned them two prestigious awards at the World Theatre Olympics 2018 in India.
Black light theatre from Prague comes to Delhi
Prague is a recognised centre for black light theatre. The group, however, brought modern influences to the long- established art form and used UV lighting and other techniques
