Physical Theatre Educational Year

Overview

The Physical Theatre Educational Year is an intensive ten-month program designed for performers who wish to explore the expressive possibilities of the body. This program, located in Berlin Marzahn, combines practical training with theoretical seminars to enhance physical perception and develop an independent artistic language. The curriculum encompasses a wide range of performance art, including mime, masquerade, clowning, object theatre, dance, and voice work. By merging historical traditions with contemporary approaches, the program provides a solid foundation for those aiming to pursue acting studies or a professional career in the performing arts.

Curriculum

The program is structured into five stages: 1. Foundation & Theory: Establishing a common physical base through seminars on movement traditions, theatre history, and body awareness. 2. Physical Awareness: Intensive group work to explore creative expression, including open house showings and the initiation of personal performance projects. 3. Creative Collaboration: Working with professional directors and artists to develop repertoire pieces for the stage. 4. Training & Development: Reaching a physical peak while fostering personal artistic projects, including a group trip for creative exchange. 5. Creation Phase: Rehearsing and combining individual and group work for the final performance, titled KONDENSAT, which serves as the culmination of the educational year.

Schedule

• Program Dates: August 24, 2026 to June 28, 2027
• Schedule: Monday - Thursday, 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM (excluding public holidays and Berlin school holidays)

Cost

• Tuition: 3,800€
• Payment Options: Payment in installments is possible at no additional cost.

Who it's for

This program is suitable for individuals aged between 17 and 57 who:

• Wish to explore unconventional forms of performance and develop their own artistic language.
• Are preparing for entrance exams for physical theatre schools, drama schools, or performance courses.
• Want to build a professional network within the Berlin performing arts scene.
• Have prior experience in theatre, dance, music, or circus and seek to deepen their physical performance skills.
• Are career changers looking to dedicate a year to artistic development.

Audition

• Audition Dates: May 9, June 13, July 11, 2026
• Application Fee: 30€ (non-refundable)
• Application Process: Interested candidates must select an audition format (on-site or video), register using the provided form, prepare necessary documents (artistic CV, letter of motivation, and a video showcasing their artistic work), and submit them at least one week before the audition date.

Language

The program is conducted in both English and German, with support for international participants who are expected to actively learn German.

Contact

For more information or to apply, please visit the [SENECA INTENSIV website](https://www.seneca-intensiv.de/en/study/bildungsjahr/physical-theatre-education-berlin).