A rare 12-hour deep dive into the art of storytelling. Learn to shape your experiences into stories worth sharing, in a warm, supportive community.

THAW / AUFTAUEN - A night of true, personal stories about softening, shifting, and letting something new in.
THAW / AUFTAUEN – Ein Abend mit wahren, persönlichen Geschichten über Wandel, Weichwerden und Neubeginn.

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“An incredibly inspiring, moving, funny, delightful evening.”  Khushi Pasquale, storyteller

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❄️ Why Cold?

From the big freeze to the cold shoulder. True, personal stories about the moments that chilled us and how we stayed warm.

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What does it really feel like to choose when there is no clear right answer?

These stories “bear” witness to the startling varieties and travails of human experience, and the shared threads of love, loss, fear and kindness that connect us. We arrive as strangers, and leave somehow more connected to our fellow Berliners through these shared human experiences.

Join us for a truly heartwarming, entertaining evening full of connection and coziness.

“An incredibly inspiring, moving, funny, delightful evening.”  Khushi Pasquale, storyteller

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Nothing finished. Nothing figured out. And somehow… everything matters.

UNDER CONSTRUCTION is a live storytelling night about the messy middle — the moments when plans fall apart, repairs don’t quite work, and becoming yourself takes longer than expected.

These are true, personal stories of rebuilding, reinvention, and lives held together with metaphorical duct tape. Stories about starting over, getting stuck, and realizing that being unfinished might be exactly where the magic lives.

If you’ve ever thought “I should be further along by now,” this night is for you.
Come listen. Come share. Come exactly as you are — under construction.

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Got a story? We’ve got a stage.
Join us for a night of spontaneous, heartfelt storytelling. Audience members become performers, and strangers become a community: one story at a time.

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🎉 Our 100th show! Join us at the magical Theater im Delphi for a milestone celebration of true stories. Audience favorites, surprises, and voices from across 11 seasons take the stage.

THE BEAR Hamburg returns with its second show, exploring the theme of FREEDOM: Stories of escape, release, and possibilities.

What does freedom mean to you?

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Science meets story.
Join us for an evening of live storytelling from six extraordinary women in science. No slides. No data. Just truth, courage, and a mic.

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Real people. Real stories. One unforgettable night.
For our 99th show, storytellers take on the theme MUTPROBE — stories of dare: true tales of risk, courage, and foolish leaps into the unknown.

Berlin’s most popular storytelling stage is coming to Hamburg! 🎉 On Sept 26, THE bEAR brings you Stories of Discovery—featuring Berlin favorites, local voices, and maybe even YOU.

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Think no one at work wants to hear your story? Think again.
Join us for a Friday night storytelling workshop where women turn real-life experiences into powerful, shareable stories—for the stage, the boardroom, or just because it’s time to be heard.

We’re back with Season 11 in our brand-new home, Theatre POOL! Eight storytellers share true tales never told before — live, unscripted, and unforgettable.

THE bEAR invites you to its 97th show of true, personal stories told live by YOUR Favorite-winning storytellers from our last 10 shows.

These stories “bear” witness to the startling varieties and travails of human experience, and the shared threads of love, loss, fear and kindness that connect us. We arrive as strangers, and leave somehow more connected to our fellow Berliners through these shared human experiences.

“An incredibly inspiring, moving, funny, delightful evening.”  Khushi Pasquale, storyteller

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Get ready for a night of true, unscripted 5-minute stories — all exploring the delicious, messy, emotional world of FOOD.

🍽️ First dates over ramen.
🥲 Grandmother’s recipes that still haunt your heart.
🔥 Culinary fails that nearly ended friendships.

Each storyteller brings a prepared personal story — no notes, just truth — told live on stage in English.

Hosted by the vibrant Veronica Louis

Live piano by the talented James Harper

After an evening of eight five-minute stories, live music, and lively audience interaction, you’ll leave feeling more connected to your fellow Berliners.

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Join us for a night of unscripted, autobiographical storytelling. Share or listen to personal moments of leaving, losing, letting go. After an evening of eight five-minute stories, live music, and lively audience interaction, you’ll leave feeling more connected to your fellow Berliners.

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THE bEAR regularly offers workshops in the Art of Autobiographical Storytelling. Join us for the next one on April 12th, 2025.

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Join us for a night of unscripted, autobiographical storytelling. Share or listen to personal moments of softening—when a firm “no” turned into a hesitant “maybe.” With ten five-minute stories, live music, and lively audience interaction, you’ll leave feeling more connected.

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Life doesn’t come with a rewind button, but it does offer second chances. Join us for an unforgettable night of true stories where fresh starts take center stage.

These stories “bear” witness to the startling varieties and travails of human experience, and the shared threads of love, loss, fear and kindness that connect us. We arrive as strangers, and leave somehow more connected to our fellow Berliners through these shared human experiences.

Come listen, laugh, and be inspired by the power of fresh beginnings. Let’s hit RESET together. Who knows—you might leave inspired to take your own leap of faith.

"Go there and find out the magic of storytelling: it's about you. And you. And you.”   Vincent Wibier, audience member

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THE bEAR goes to Ratibor Theater with three German-language stories. These stories presented in the first half, will be the inspiration for the second half performed by the popular theater improv-ensemble.

These stories “bear” witness to the startling varieties and travails of human experience, and the shared threads of love, loss, fear and kindness that connect us. We arrive as strangers, and leave somehow more connected to our fellow Berliners through these shared human experiences.

Join us for a truly heartwarming, entertaining evening full of connection and coziness.

“An incredibly inspiring, moving, funny, delightful evening.”  Khushi Pasquale, storyteller

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THE bEAR regularly offers workshops in the Art of Autobiographical Storytelling. Join us for the next one on January 18th, 2025.

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Your shoes are more than footwear—they are witnesses to your life. A walk across a desert, a climb up a mountain, a reflective journey inward—each pair holds a story of tough decisions, intense emotions, vivid scenes, and moments of truth.

At THE bEAR, we invite you to let your shoes take center stage in an evening of storytelling. Whether you're an audience member with a story scribbled on an anonymous slip of paper or a storyteller daring to throw your name in the hat, we welcome tales that feature a shoe—or two.

Got a story? Step onto our stage and share it!

These stories “bear” witness to the startling varieties and travails of human experience, and the shared threads of love, loss, fear and kindness that connect us. We arrive as strangers, and leave somehow more connected to our fellow Berliners through these shared human experiences.

Join us for a truly heartwarming, entertaining evening full of connection and coziness.

“An incredibly inspiring, moving, funny, delightful evening.”  Khushi Pasquale, storyteller

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THE bEAR invites storytellers to explore the topic of decisions, which are at the heart of any good story- From small to grand, whether we choose to go right or left, ultimately shapes our lives. Eight randomly selected storytellers, who have put their name in the hat will have the stage for 5 minutes of glory and fame. These 8 fellow Berliners will share a true, personal experience about a meaningful decision.

These stories “bear” witness to the startling varieties and travails of human experience, and the shared threads of love, loss, fear and kindness that connect us. We arrive as strangers, and leave somehow more connected to our fellow Berliners through these shared human experiences.

Join us for a truly heartwarming, entertaining evening full of connection and coziness.

“An incredibly inspiring, moving, funny, delightful evening.”  Khushi Pasquale, storyteller

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THE bEAR invites storytellers to explore the topic of fate, sometimes in the most unexpected ways. Eight randomly selected storytellers, who have put their name in the hat will have the stage for 5 minutes of glory and fame. These 8 fellow Berliners will share a true, personal experience about how the stars aligned in surprising and life-changing ways.

These stories “bear” witness to the startling varieties and travails of human experience, and the shared threads of love, loss, fear and kindness that connect us. We arrive as strangers, and leave somehow more connected to our fellow Berliners through these shared human experiences.

Join us for a truly heartwarming, entertaining evening full of connection and coziness.

“An incredibly inspiring, moving, funny, delightful evening.”  Khushi Pasquale, storyteller

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THE bEAR kicks off its 10th season with 8 randomly selected storytellers, who have put their name in the hat. These 8 fellow Berliners will share a personal experience they have never shared before.

These stories “bear” witness to the startling varieties and travails of human experience, and the shared threads of love, loss, fear and kindness that connect us. We arrive as strangers, and leave somehow more connected to our fellow Berliners through these shared human experiences.

Join us for a truly heartwarming, entertaining evening full of connection and coziness.

“An incredibly inspiring, moving, funny, delightful evening.”  Khushi Pasquale, storyteller

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THE bEAR invites you to its 86th show of true, personal stories told live by YOUR Favorite-winning storytellers from our last 10 shows.

These stories “bear” witness to the startling varieties and travails of human experience, and the shared threads of love, loss, fear and kindness that connect us. We arrive as strangers, and leave somehow more connected to our fellow Berliners through these shared human experiences.

“An incredibly inspiring, moving, funny, delightful evening.”  Khushi Pasquale, storyteller

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THE bEAR invites you to its 85th show of true, personal stories told live by “YOU” our audience on Friday, February 16th at the Zentrum50 in the Danzigerstr. 50 in Berlin.

These stories “bear” witness to the startling varieties and travails of human experience, and the shared threads of love, loss, fear and kindness that connect us. We arrive as strangers, and leave somehow more connected to our fellow Berliners through these shared human experiences.

“An incredibly inspiring, moving, funny, delightful evening.”  Khushi Pasquale, storyteller

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THE bEAR regularly offers workshops in the Art of Autobiographical Storytelling. Join us of the next one on February 10th.

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THE bEAR invites you to its 86th show of true, personal stories told live by “YOU” our audience on Friday, April 19th at the Zentrum50 in the Danzigerstr. 50 in Berlin.

These stories “bear” witness to the startling varieties and travails of human experience, and the shared threads of love, loss, fear and kindness that connect us. We arrive as strangers, and leave somehow more connected to our fellow Berliners through these shared human experiences.

“An incredibly inspiring, moving, funny, delightful evening.”  Khushi Pasquale, storyteller

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