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Regular Workshops
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.deDates & Topics
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 Ulla Wittenzellner (dissens - Institute for Education and Research e.V.)
Wed, April 15
Deciding Together, Taking ResponsibilityWho actually makes the decisions here? Are decisions always final? And is a majority decision always fair? We want to sharpen our understanding of decision-making processes in everyday educational practice and reflect on how participation can be implemented in practical and methodological terms. For greater confidence in decision-making!
- with Fabian Schrader (GRIPS theater educator)
Wed, May 13
Intergenerational Dialogue (On the premiere of “The Heart of a Boxer”)
“The Heart of a Boxer” brings a GRIPS classic back to the stage, exploring the friendship between 16-year-old delinquent Jojo and elderly former boxer Leo in a nursing home. Who learns from whom here? What does it mean to be a man? And who actually deserves a second chance in our society? Staying true to the text, we want to explore together what connects us as generations rather than what divides us.We are also inviting students from the graduating class of Gymnasium Tiergarten to this training session.
- with Fabian Schrader (GRIPS theater educator)
Save the dates:
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Topic discussions after performances
On the topics of gender expectations and images of masculinity
PRINCESS tells the story of two outsiders who embark on a journey of self-discovery and learn that it’s worth being brave and following your true feelings.
Together with our partner dissens e.V. – Institute for Education and Research, we are offering an in-depth discussion on these topics following the performance.dissens e.V. has been advising us on the topics of gender expectations, images of masculinity, and the role of influencers in personality development since the play’s development phase. Our ensemble will also be present at the discussion.
Sunday, April 26, 4:00 p.m.
GRIPS Hansaplatz
Tickets available on the GRIPS websiteAttendance at the discussion is free of charge when combined with a theater visit.
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PRAXISSCHOCK – The prospective teachers’ slam
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 BerlinDate: 4. May 2026, 6 pm
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Stage tour for adults
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.Next dates: click hier
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Invitation to a Professional Exchange on Participation
Mit Vorstellungsbesuch "Don't stop dreaming" | 23.06.26 | 9 - 16 Uhr | GRIPS Podewil
Das GRIPS Theater setzt sich seit Jahrzehnten für die Kinderrechte und auch das Recht auf Mitbestimmung ein – in seinen Inszenierungen und Projekten sind Kinder an der Entscheidung beteiligt, was auf der Theaterbühne gezeigt und verhandelt wird. Das Projekt „PROPS gehen raus“ ging in den vergangenen Spielzeiten noch einen Schritt weiter und ermöglichte Kindern eine komplette professionelle Theaterproduktion. In einem kollektiven Prozess über zwei Jahre schrieben Kinder zwischen 9 und 12 Jahren ihr eigenes Theaterstück, bestimmten über Bühnenbild, Kostüme, Musik und Öffentlichkeitsarbeit – und inszenierten als Regisseur*innen professionelle (erwachsene) Schauspieler*innen auf der Bühne des GRIPS Podewil.
Die Wiederaufnahme des Stücks nehmen wir zum Anlass, alle Interessierten zum Fachaustausch Partizipation einzuladen, um gemeinsam den Learnings aus dem Projekt nachzugehen und sie konstruktiv für die eigene pädagogische und künstlerische Praxis zu diskutieren.
9 Uhr: Ankommen
9:15 Uhr: Begrüßung und Warm up
10:00 Uhr: Vorstellungsgespräch mit Nachgespräch mit Kindern aus dem Produktionsteam
11:45 Uhr: Pause (Möglichkeit des Mittagessens im Restaurant im Podewil, Selbstzahlung)
12:30 Uhr: WorldCafe mit Kindern aus dem Produktionsteam, künstlerischem Leitungsteam und Schauspieler*innen.
13:30 Uhr: Workshopphase
WS 1: Hands on - Horroraugenbasteln und partizipatives Bühnenbild
WS 2: Über das Ergebnis: Reden über Ästhetiken von Kindern für Kinder
WS 3: Über den Prozess: Von Entscheidungen, Adultismuskritik und Verantwortung
15 Uhr: gemeinsamer Abschluss im Foyer/ Hof
15:30 Uhr: Informeller Austausch bei Kaffee und Kuchen bis 16 Uhr
Wir bemühen uns um eine Anerkennung als regionale Fortbildung für Lehrkräfte. Teilnahmebescheinigungen können wir ausstellen.
Karten auf der GRIPS Homepage.
Anmeldung zum Fachaustausch (Name, Mailadresse, Schule/Institution) bitte an fortbildung(at)grips-theater.de.
Eine Anmeldung zum ist nur mit dem Erwerb einer Karte für die Vorstellung möglich. Die Teilnahme am Fachaustausch ist kostenlos.
Keinen Termin mehr verpassen - mit unserem Newsletter!
With our training newsletter, we always keep you up to date at the beginning of each half of the season on which dates and open offers you can take advantage of. Simply send us an email to fortbildung[at]grips-theater.de.
We have part of our large range of advanced training courses officially recognised by the Senate Department for Education, Youth and Family as advanced teacher training.
Our regular training courses currently only take place digitally on Zoom. All workshops and trainings, if they take place in presence, are adapted to the current hygiene and safety requirements of the Senate. Since 15 November 2021, our training courses have been subject to the 2G rule in accordance with the Berlin Senate's Corona Ordinance. This means that participation is only possible under the following conditions:
- Full vaccination protection against COVID-19 or recovery (maximum 6 months ago). Proof of (digital) vaccination certificate or proof of recovery in comparison with photo ID.
- All participants in the GRIPS training courses must wear an FFP2 mask.
- We ask all participants to quickly test themselves on the day at their own responsibility – better safe than sorry.
The health of our audience is our top priority – this is the only way we can create the safest possible theatre experience for everyone. Thank you for your understanding!
We look forward to seeing you!
Contact: Wiebke Hagemeier and Fabian Schrader
Email: fortbildung[at]grips-theater.de
