For individuals

Once a month, we invite you to our GRIPS Box at Hansaplatz for advanced training on various theatre topics. The topics change from time to time. The aim is always to get hands-on experience of theatre and to learn methods that can be used in your own environment. We are delighted to be working with many different partners this season.

Participation is free of charge and requires no prior knowledge.
A certificate of participation will be issued.

Venue & time
GRIPS Box Hansaplatz, 5 - 8 pm
Info & registration
fortbildung(at)grips-theater.de

Dates & Topics

Wednesday, 18 February
Family diversity: many forms, one feeling?

Inspired by the grand comeback of ‘Laura war hier’ on the big stage at GRIPS, we want to engage in a playful exchange: with the help of theatre methods and music, we will take a look at (our) different family constellations, in which diversity becomes visible and connections are created. Who takes on which role, what rituals exist in this special social group, and where can there sometimes be friction, as with Laura and her mother?

- with Fabian Schrader (GRIPS theatre educator)

Thursday, 5 March
Observe, endure, accompany – psychoeducational training based on the play One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest

Based on the play One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest, this training course addresses the question of how children deal with a parent's mental illness. Using the two characters Nim and Safra, typical reactions of children are revealed across a spectrum: strong assumption of responsibility and parentification on the one hand, withdrawal, anger and resistance on the other. Another focus is on how mental illness can be addressed and destigmatised in a gentle and age-appropriate manner in the classroom, and what you as adults can do in concrete terms to support affected children.

The workshop combines psychoeducation with practical ideas for everyday school life:
-How can teachers provide reassurance without making false promises?
-How can you deal professionally with your own helplessness and powerlessness?

In addition to dos and don'ts, there will be room for discussion, case studies and collegial advice.

- with Friederike Dunger (GRIPS theatre educator) and Sarah Haupt (individual, couple and family therapist)

Wed, 25 March
Images of masculinity in social media

What is a “real” boy or man and how should he behave? The GRIPS play ‘Upload Virgin’ deals not only with the beautiful, exciting and challenging dynamics of a first romantic relationship, but also with the influence of social media and the images of masculinity it portrays on young people.
In  recent years, we have seen a huge rise in restrictive and problematic images of masculinity, which are being spread by influencers, among others. Against this backdrop, in this training session we will talk about images of masculinity in social media and possible educational approaches. Watching the play ‘Upload Virgin’ before the training session is exciting and helpful, but not a prerequisite for participation.

- with Fabian Schrader (GRIPS theatre educator) and Sarah Klemm (dissens - Institute for Education and Research e.V.)

Tip: On 24 February, following the performance of ‘Upload Virgin’, there will be a discussion with Sarah Klemm (dissens - Institute for Education and Research e.V.) and Anna-Sophia Fritsche (GRIPS theatre educator) at Podewil.

Save the dates:
Wed, 15 April 2026 – Deciding together, taking responsibility
Wed, 13 May 2026 – Dialogue between generations (for the premiere of ‘Das Herz eines Boxers’)
Wed, 17 June 2026 – Just let it out! Improvisational theatre for the classroom

In January and February at PRINCESS and UPLOAD VIRGIN

Together with our cooperation partner dissens e.V. - Institute for Education and Research, we are offering two dates for in-depth discussions following a performance. During the play development process, dissens e.V. was already available to us on the topics of gender requirements, images of masculinity and the role of influencers in personality development. Our ensemble will also be present at the discussion.

Attendance at the thematic discussion is free of charge in conjunction with the theatre visit.Please indicate your interest in the discussion when booking your tickets.

Dates

Tue, 24 February 2026 | 6 p.m. | UPLOAD VIRGIN + discussion with dissens e.V. + the GRIPS ensemble | GRIPS Podewil

Tickets are available from our ticket office.

Prospective teachers share their observations of everyday school life. In workshops, author Lea Streisand and our theatre pedagogy team prepare them for the stage.

This year, the Praxisschock slam will take place at Hansaplatz.
In cooperation with the Humboldt University of Berlin

Date: 4. May 2026, 6 pm
Venue: GRIPS Hansaplatz

On selected dates, you will get an insight behind the scenes of the GRIPS Theatre with current and important information on the subject of extracurricular learning and, of course, everything you always wanted to know about theatre.
Especially recommended for all new teachers in Berlin. Whether from other federal states, career changers or trainee teachers.

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