Prague’s Vršovické divadlo Mana is currently staging an adaptation of Bohumil Hrabal’s acclaimed novel, “I Served the King of England.” The play recounts the life of an ordinary Czech waiter set against the backdrop of 20th-century history. Hrabal’s novel is a celebrated work of Czech literature, known for its unique narrative style and satirical portrayal of societal shifts. The production brings this beloved story to the stage for Prague audiences. The adaptation aims to capture the essence of Hrabal’s storytelling and the protagonist’s journey through a tumultuous era. The play offers a theatrical interpretation of a significant piece of Czech cultural heritage.