assitej
ASSITEJ e.V. is the central platform for children's and youth theater in Germany. It promotes cultural participation, diversity, and inclusion through innovative projects and programs. With events and initiatives, ASSITEJ strengthens the collaboration between theaters, schools, and society.
About ASSITEJ
editThe ASSITEJ e.V. is a central platform for children's and youth theater in Germany. It promotes the artistic and cultural participation of young people and advocates for the development and support of theater projects specifically aimed at a young audience. The organization offers a variety of programs and initiatives aimed at strengthening collaboration between theaters, schools, and society.
Key Products and Services
editASSITEJ offers a wide range of funding programs and projects aimed at improving the quality and diversity of children's and youth theater. This includes the program Paths to Theater, which facilitates access to theater experiences for young people, and NEUSTART KULTUR – Young Audience, which promotes innovative approaches and new forms of expression in theater. Additionally, ASSITEJ regularly organizes events such as the Frankfurt Forum Young Theater, which serves as a platform for exchange on democratic processes and artistic strategies.
Mission and Values
editThe mission of ASSITEJ is to promote the cultural participation of young people and to emphasize the importance of theater as an educational and communication medium. The organization advocates for diversity and inclusion and promotes equal collaboration between artists with and without disabilities. ASSITEJ believes in the transformative power of theater and works to make it accessible to all.
Sustainability Goals and Initiatives
editASSITEJ is actively committed to sustainable practices in the theater sector. With the model project FAIR P(L)AY, the organization advocates for fair pay in professional children's and youth theater, supported by funding from the Federal Minister for Culture and Media. Furthermore, ASSITEJ is working on developing power-critical structures within its organization and promotes an anti-racist theater practice through resources and workshops.
Current Initiatives
editCurrent initiatives include the call for the Vera Gerdau Prize, which honors projects that advocate for the inclusion of young people with disabilities. Additionally, the ixypsilonzett | summer issue 2025 will be published, addressing the role of theater and school in times of societal challenges. ASSITEJ is also the host of the festival AUGENBLICK MAL!, which showcases outstanding children's and youth theater productions.
ASSITEJ remains a committed actor in promoting theater for young audiences and continuously strives to improve working conditions and promote diversity and inclusion in the theater sector.