Lehramt Theater (Darstellendes Spiel)

About this program

The program focuses on imparting knowledge and skills for teaching the subject "Theater" (in other federal states, "Darstellendes Spiel") in close connection with theory and practice. The study program encompasses the areas of artistic-aesthetic practice, theoretical-scientific reflection, and pedagogical-didactic qualification. The central subject of study is the diverse forms of contemporary theater and performance. Future theater teachers gain experience in the practice of performative and performing arts and can develop an independent artistic stance. They acquire fundamental knowledge in theater studies and theater education, as well as in contemporary theater, dance, and performance forms, and explore their aesthetic, social, political, and pedagogical potentials. Additionally, they practice guiding and imparting artistic processes. Current cultural studies and discrimination-critical discourses, such as gender, queer, and postcolonial theories, are included. In artistic-practical group lessons, students learn and experiment with their own forms of expression and aesthetic means such as body, voice, space, light, sound, etc. Since theater work is always cooperative and collaborative at its core, the program particularly promotes lively exchange within the group. Creative processes and artistic projects are initiated, developed, and carried out together. Scenic research processes and group project work are thus an essential part of the studies. Joint theater visits, performance discussions, and workshops with artists, as well as internships in professional theater, are also part of the program. The program cooperates with artists from the independent scene as well as with the Deutsches Schauspielhaus Hamburg, the Junges Schauspielhaus Hamburg, the K3 Centre for Choreography/Tanzplan Hamburg, and other theater institutions in Hamburg. The program also offers diverse networking and internship opportunities in the school sector. The university is seen as a place for joint learning, reflection, research, experimentation, and contemplation. Openness, curiosity about other people and perspectives, tolerance for mistakes, and respect in dealing with each other are essential, especially for artistic processes. The program operates with an expanded concept of theater that includes performative, dance-choreographic, site-specific, participatory, installation, and other experimental forms. The goal of the study program is to foster an experimental, artistically creative, and critical attitude, as well as the ability to work artistically independently and to engage in critical (self-)reflection. Students should be able to understand theatrical and performative arts in their social context and to experiment with and reflect on them both theoretically and practically. They should be able to teach theater in diverse ways, plan and execute projects, encourage independent, creative work, and develop new, group- and context-related methods.

Required documents

General requirements for Bachelor programs in Germany. Program-specific requirements are shown once you start a journey for this program.

• Tabular curriculum vitae (CV)
• Certified copy of secondary school leaving certificate
• Valid passport (photo page copy)
• Passport-style photograph
• Certified translation of secondary school leaving certificate

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