# Event Details - **Event Name**: The Firemen’s Ball [screening: Havel 90 Festival] - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 03 Oct, 2026 at 08:30 pm – Sat, 03 Oct, 2026 at 09:50 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Miloš Forman’s uproarious satire turns a provincial firemen’s ball into a chaotic portrait of vanity, corruption, and institutional collapseAbout this EventThis screening is part of the Havel 90 Festival Film Marathon, a three-day exploration of Havel’s relationship with cinema within a four-day celebration of his life, art, and legacy.The Firemen’s Ball (Hoří, má panenko) / dir. Miloš Forman / 1967 / comedy, satire / Czechoslovakia / Czech with English subtitles / 73 min.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kGMakTwMRoYA small-town volunteer fire brigade plans an evening of celebration, complete with a raffle, a beauty contest, and a ceremonial gift for its retiring chairman. Instead, the prizes disappear, the contestants flee, and a nearby house catches fire. As one well-intentioned plan after another collapses, the festivities descend into glorious chaos.Working largely with nonprofessional performers, Forman observes the evening’s failures with both affection and merciless precision. Beneath the comedy lies a portrait of a system in which vanity overwhelms competence, petty self-interest defeats collective responsibility, and no one is willing to admit that anything has gone wrong.Forman’s first color feature and final film made in Czechoslovakia before he left for the United States, The Firemen’s Ballwas banned after the 1968 invasion and later nominated for an Academy Award. Forman and Havel, friends since their youth, shared a gift for exposing bureaucracy and moral compromise through absurdity, humor, and sharply observed human behavior.Havel 90 Festival is organized by the Czech Center New York and the Vaclav Havel Center, with support from the Bohemian Benevolent & Literary Association. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/1686b8c0-b848-11f1-83bf-2956ace57280-rimg-w1169-h740-dc181818-gmir.jpg DISCLAIMERTickets and Admission: Seating is on a first-come, first-served basis. All ticket sales are final. Please arrive at least 10 minutes before the screening begins; latecomers may be refused admission.Media Recording Notice: By attending this event hosted by the Czech Center New York, you consent to being photographed and recorded. The Czech Center New York and its partners may use these images and recordings for promotional purposes.Health and Safety: By attending this event at the Czech Center New York, you acknowledge and accept that participation is voluntary and at your own risk. The Czech Center New York is not responsible for any illness, injury, or other health-related issues that may arise before, during, or after the event. We encourage all guests to follow current health guidelines and act responsibly for their own safety and that of others. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/new-york/the-firemens-ball-screening-havel-90-festival/100002001414832641 - **Event Categories**: fitness, Entertainment, Festivals, health-wellness, Art, comedy, Contests, Sports, literary-art, performances - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: All Ages - Doors Open At: 8:20 PM - Duration: 1 hour 20 minutes - Location: Bohemian National Hall - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 10, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: New York - **state**: NY - **country**: United States - **location**: Bohemian National Hall - **lat**: 40.76908110000001 - **long**: -73.95648039999998 - **full address**: Bohemian National Hall, 321 East 73rd Street, New York, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: The Firemen’s Ball [screening: Havel 90 Festival] - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/901fec39e70d39d07cbc493f32f02a198acf6a5a14c9333e669542d12550b553-rimg-w1200-h1020-dc080818-gmir.jpg?v=1790275564 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is The Firemen s Ball [screening: Havel 90 Festival] being held? - **A:** The Firemen s Ball [screening: Havel 90 Festival] takes place on Sat, 03 Oct, 2026 at 08:30 pm to Sat, 03 Oct, 2026 at 09:50 pm at Bohemian National Hall, 321 East 73rd Street, New York, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing The Firemen s Ball [screening: Havel 90 Festival]? - **A:** The Firemen s Ball [screening: Havel 90 Festival] is organized by Czech Center New York. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** The Firemen s Ball [screening: Havel 90 Festival] is ideal for comedy fans, stand-up enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a dedicated session of curated laughs, professional acts, and sharp wit from seasoned performers. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in New York, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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