Spend an earth-bound evening with UCF grad and acclaimed novelist Jaroslav Kalfař ’11, author of Spaceman of Bohemia, now a major motion picture starring Adam Sandler and Carey Mulligan.
Flight experience not needed. Spend an earth-bound evening with UCF grad and acclaimed novelist Jaroslav Kalfař ’11, author of Spaceman of Bohemia, now a major motion picture starring Adam Sandler and Carey Mulligan. This special event features a reading from his internationally celebrated debut, followed by an onstage conversation and audience Q&A with UCF English professor David James Poissant and will conclude with a book signing.
Kalfař’s work has been translated into 17 languages and earned nominations for prestigious literary prizes. His second novel, A Brief History of Living Forever, was named one of the season’s best books by Wired and Esquire. A recipient of a National Endowment for the Arts Literature Fellowship, he holds an MFA from New York University and lives in Brooklyn.
The UCF Alumni Book Club will host a virtual discussion of Spaceman of Bohemia on a separate evening, giving members an additional opportunity to dive into the novel.
UCF Celebrates the Arts 2026
March 30-April 12, 2026 | arts.ucf.edu/celebrates
Experience the innovative spirit of UCF through creative presentations that push the boundaries of traditional art forms.
Year-round on the UCF campus, students are immersed in the technology, theory, design, performance, and practical application required for them to be the next generation of creative leaders. Every spring, they converge at Dr. Phillips Center for a two-week cultural extravaganza, allowing our community to enjoy performances, exhibitions, presentations and interactive experiences. With a focus on accessibility, affordability, partnership, and diverse offerings, UCF Celebrates the Arts 2026, running March 30-April 12, is a unique opportunity to experience the creative side of UCF.
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