Velvet Carnival 2018

The the situation cannot be better, but still, we need your support to be able to make a satirical carnival procession on November 17th to celebrate our freedom. Let´s get ready for the 7th edition of Velvet Carnival!

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Praha, Hlavní město Praha, Česko

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Sweet Velvet Carnival

Do you think Czech society could do with a bit of satire? We think so too. Especially as the celebrations of the Republic’s centenary are under way and the 30th anniversary of the 1989 Velvet Revolution is fast approaching! We do not want the celebrations to be limited to nostalgic wreath laying. For seven years the Velvet Carnival has been using the freedom democracy brought us to throw the light of satire on the things that trouble our society. This year there is a sugar topped wreath dessert to go with the fun. But first things first.

What is the Velvet Carnival and why does it need your help?

It is a now traditional satiric-carnival procession that marches through Prague on the Students Fight for Freedom and Democracy Day, November 17. There are students, NGOs and other civic society groups participating in it. It is a group of enthusiasts who give up their free time to make the manifestations that always take place on this day more fun.

Why should manifestations in the street be fun? It is easy to just point to problems around us and make the feelings of hopelessness stronger. Or to offer easy solutions to complex difficulties. We do not do that. We offer support and new ways to look at things. We think play is the best way to do this.

WE DO NOT USE BANNERS AND CHANTS. WE USE SATIRE, HUGE MASKS, MOVING OBJECTS WITH LIGHTS INSIDE, LIVE MUSIC, ACROBATS AND PAMPHLETS. BUT THIS COSTS MONEY.

It takes about six months to put the procession together. The creation of masks and other objects itself takes two months. This year the Velvet Carnival is supported by the municipality of Prague but that is only money to kick off. Without your help we cannot go through with it.

This year’s topic: 100 years of satire – the situation cannot be better

What better way is there to celebrate the 100 years of our republic than with intelligent and entertaining satire? We have prepared a month long festival of and about satire. From October 17 to November 17 in the Hybernská Campus (Hybernská 4) you will find performances, concerts, lectures and talks. You can find the info on www.kampushybernska.cz/100rokusatiry.

Who are we?

We are a group of people willing to spend all autumn creating masks and building lanterns in the hope of unmasking the true state of things that anger and frustrate us. And that intelligent satire and creativity can help change things or at least show them in a less frightening light. We hope to make the windmills fall in a gale of laughter.

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    Placebo

    You will definitely feel good although you won’t get a thing for your contribution.
    We encourage you to experiment with the treatment and contribute more by simply changing the amount before submitting the payment. Do this and see how much better you will immediately feel!

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    EUR 4.25
    (CZK 107)
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    This year’s badge 100 years of satire

    The traditional carnival badge to put on your coat that you would have to buy at the parade anyway.
    You can collect it at Hybernská Campus once the campaign is over or from the sellers at the procession.

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    EUR 6.23
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    Wreath: yolk cream model

    To sweeten the celebrations of the November 17.
    Ask for your reward at the Kampa presentation of sujets and you will get it with a tricolour too. Freshly made dessert in the shape of tiny wreath from good ingredients, it will give you energy for the whole procession.

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    Jáchym Topol: Citlivý člověk

    A nice book for your friends in Czech.

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    Satira. Maska. Happening.

    A book on doing satire in the public, in Czech.

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    Kimchi

    Do you have stomachache after watching the news? Our kimchi will help you digest them. One small bowl with a meal or with news and you will feel just fine.
    Our fermentation team will start fermenting the cabbage in the traditional Korean way first day after the satire festivities.
    You can collect the 800g jar at Hybernská Campus. It is vegan.

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    EUR 10.99
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    Cloth bags with Velvet Carnival print

    Screen-print on cloth bag for all shopping without plastic bags.

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    Bottle of wine


    Excellent wines from a small company that cooperates with small wineries based on family approach and good relationships. You can choose from:

    Grappolo Rosso IGT 2015, Marsadri        
    Mueller Thurgau DOC 2015, Rottensteiner
    Sauvignon DOC 2015, Rottensteiner
    Weissburgunder DOC 2015, Rottensteiner
    Pinot Noir DOC 2015, Rottensteiner
    Caberner Riserva DOC 2015, Rottensteiner

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    Fischerová - Starý: Starodávné bejlí.

    A nice book on Medieval literature for your friends in Czech.

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    Entrance to the 17/11 afterparty

    A complete convalescence – ticket to the afterparty reserved for the Velvet Carnival Procession participants. Dinner and Banana Split concert. Good for body and soul.


     

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    EUR 20.12
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    Contribution for masks

    We will use this particular amount of money for a big box of glue or your favorite colors.

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    Wreath: Christmas model

    The best prevention of fingers hurt by pine needles, wires and covered in resin. We will make your Christmas wreath this year. Decorated with cones, fruits and flowers and smelling lovely.

    You can collect it at Hybernská campus just before the first Sunday of advent.

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    EUR 30.59
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    Catalogue 7 years of the Velvet Carnival

    Beautiful pictures from the seven Velvet Carnivals. Prepay your catalogue of all the past ones before this one takes place. In colour!

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    Charivari: unrestrained masked wandering through town on the eve of the Carnival

    Masks, music, darkness, beer – for all who want to experience the masked walks in the company of a Fasnacht music band from Basel.
    There is a smaller, unofficial procession on different route without formation. We will lend you mask and costume and buy you a drink.

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    A VIP cruise with Basel musicians and the Velvet Carnival team

    Join us for a festive Sunday cruise on the Vltava river and a feast in the company of the organization team of the Velvet Carnival and our Basel Fasnacht guests that will play at the procession. A unique opportunity on November 18th from 14 to 16 o’clock.

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    EUR 44.08
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    Wreath: Avant-guard model

    Tell us who or what you want to crown with a wreath and we will do so in a very unexpected and unusual way. We avoid laurel and fir as well as thorns. 

    You can collect it in person somewhere in Prague.

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    Physiotherapy

    Did you have to bow too often? Do you suffer from bad habits that got to your bones and joints?

    We offer a 60 minute personal therapy with professional therapist accredited for the Feldenkrais method who can fix your back.  
    It takes place in Prague.

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    Collection of posters

    All 7 posters and 5 badges from the existence of Velvet Carnival, ideal for art speculation because of the unimaginable value it will have in the future (can serve as retirement plan).

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    Untraditional visit on Saint Nicolas Day

    If you wish to prepare your kids for a life in the Czech political system, you may want to exchange the traditional angel, devil and St Nicolas who bring them their sweets every year for some limited edition faces. How about  Zeman, Klaus and Babiš with a chain and bag? We guarantee that this year`s feast will be unforgettable. Or we can send masters Okamura, Kalousek or even Bém.
    The question is: who gets to wear the white beard?

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    Private Kutálka alias Schlauchband concert

    A private musical therapy by the best marching music band ever (our own). Schlauchband consists of melodica, accordion, tuba, bagpipes, banjo, big drum, snare drum and piccolos.

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    Honorary title of your choice

    If you have followed the chain of scandals of so many of our politicians illegally using advanced degrees, you may want to pick a title of your own. Why limit yourself to MBA, Ph.D. or LLM? We propose a MOV (Master of Velvet) or DVC (Doctor of Velvet Carnival). But please feel free to invent your own honorary title and we will provide a really fancy satirical certificate to go with it. If you decide to support us with this exceptional amount of money, you automatically become a member of our Velvet Club and we will henceforth address you as Your Velvety Silliness Doctor/Master of … (according to your chosen invented title).

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    EUR 595.12
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