Theater Der Jungen Welt
The Theater Der Jungen Welt in Leipzig is the oldest children's and youth theater in Germany. It offers a diverse program with interdisciplinary performances and promotes cultural education. The TDJW focuses on diversity, sustainability, and international networking.
About Theater Der Jungen Welt
editThe Theater Der Jungen Welt (TDJW) in Leipzig is the oldest professional children's and youth theater in Germany and has been a significant cultural attraction since 1946. With a diverse program aimed at all age groups, the TDJW is a place of diversity and the municipal theater for children, young people, and families in Leipzig. It is known for its interdisciplinary and intercultural exchange projects and its close collaboration with local and regional institutions, associations, and schools.
Key Products and Services
editThe TDJW offers a wide range of theater performances, ranging from classic plays to modern productions. The productions include puppet theater, dance pieces, and interactive performances, which are presented both in the three in-house venues – the Großer Saal, the Kleiner Saal, and the Etage Eins – as well as in digital formats. The theater is also an open community center that offers educational and participatory events to promote cultural education.
Mission and Values
editThe mission of the Theater Der Jungen Welt is to create high-quality and innovative theater that serves as an experimental platform and practical discourse space. The TDJW aims to reflect societal issues through its work and stimulate discussions. It places great importance on diversity and inclusion, which is reflected in a diverse program and barrier-free performances.
Sustainability Goals and Initiatives
editThe TDJW is actively committed to sustainability and has launched various initiatives to improve its environmental footprint. These include measures to reduce energy consumption and promote environmentally friendly practices in theater operations. The theater continuously works to make its processes more sustainable and to raise awareness of ecological issues both internally and among its audience.
International Recognition
editThe Theater Der Jungen Welt has gained international recognition for its outstanding work and is part of European and global theater networks. It has received multiple awards, including the Federal Theater Prize and the Prize of the Saxon Theater Meeting. These awards underscore the significance of the TDJW as a leading institution in the field of children's and youth theater.
The TDJW remains a dynamic and innovative place that is constantly evolving to meet the changing needs of its audience and actively shape the future of theater.
Sources:
edit- https://www.theaterderjungenweltleipzig.de/en/about-us/the-tdjw/
- https://www.theaterderjungenweltleipzig.de/en/wann-what/list-of-plays
- https://www.theaterderjungenweltleipzig.de/en/your-visit/tickets/
- https://www.theaterderjungenweltleipzig.de/en/wann-what/stueckdetail/die-raeuber
- https://www.theaterderjungenweltleipzig.de/en/about-us/stages