Name: THE bEAR presents EXIT - true stories of leaving, losing, and letting go
Start: 2025-04-25T20:00:00+02:00
End: 2025-04-25T22:30:00+02:00
Location: ZENTRUM danziger50

THE bEAR presents EXIT - true stories of leaving, losing, and letting go

THE BEAR- A dance between documentary and theater -THE BEARcreates a cozy, intimate atmosphere where strangers, from 20-something to 80+, from all walks of life, expats from around the world, come together as strangers, and after an evening of heartwarming, amusing, poignant tales, leave feeling somewhat connected by our shared human experience. The evening flows back and forth between German and English.THE BEAR. true stories. erzähltes leben.THE BEARis a non-profit event, whose mission is to promote the Art & Craft of Storytelling and connect the Berlin community.THE BEARist ein seit 10 Jahren monatlich stattfindender Storytelling-Abend. Eine Non-Profit-Veranstaltungmit dem Ziel, die Kunst und das Handwerk des Geschichtenerzählens zu fördern. Er schafft eine gemütliche, intime Atmosphäre, in der Menschen aller Altersklassen und unterschiedlicher Herkunft als Fremde zusammenkommen und durch amüsante,verrückte, ergreifende, herzerwärmende Geschichten das Gefühl menschlicher Verbundenheit erleben.“Ein unglaublich inspirierender, bewegender, lustiger und entzückender Abend.”

THE BEAR. True Stories. Erzähltes Leben.

Storytellers share true, personal tales of doors slammed, trains missed, or escapes that saved them.

ZENTRUM danziger50

THE BEAR presents True Stories. Told Live. Berlin.

Every month, Berliners take the stage to share true, personal stories without notes in English or German. Storytellers explore the evening's topic, sometimes in the most unexpected ways. Lively audience and live music round off the worthwhile evening.

<h3>THE bEAR – True Stories Told Live | Show #94</h3><h3> </h3>Theme: EXIT Date: Friday, 25. April 2025Location: Theatersaal im Zentrum danziger50, Danziger Straße 50, 10435 Berlin (Prenzlauer Berg) Time: Bar opens: 19:30 | Show starts: 20:00 Tickets: 15–20 € donation (more if you can, less if you can't) <blockquote>“Nothing took the dignity out of one's exit like wearing clothing several sizes too large.” — Jennifer L. Armentrout</blockquote> <h4>What does it mean to leave, let go, escape, walk out—or be thrown out?</h4>Whether it’s quitting your job, slipping out the back door of a bad date, leaving a country, abandoning an old self, or making a run for it with your dignity barely intact—this is your moment to share a story.Join us for THE bEAR, Berlin’s open stage for true, personal stories told live. Expect a night of stories that are funny, raw, moving, and wildly unexpected—all inspired by the theme EXIT.5 minutes. No notes. Just you and the mic. Bring a story, or just bring your ears. Come for the stories—stay for the goosebumps (or the laughter). <h3>🎤 Host: Vishal Jodhani</h3>Born in Mumbai and now based in Berlin, Vishal brings humor, heart, and charisma to the stage. By day, he’s a business consultant and coach. By night, he’s a storyteller, dancer, coffee connoisseur, and cocktail enthusiast. His philosophy: “Through stories, we find our shared humanity.” <h3>🎶 Live Music: Ruth Mac</h3>Berlin-based Irish artist Ruth Mac blends folk rock, alternative, and indie with lyrical depth and emotional rawness. Her acclaimed EP Living Room introduced her as one of the most exciting new voices on the scene.<blockquote>“Mac’s music feels vital and unmissable.” – The Folkroom, London More: <a href="https://ruthmac.org" title="https://ruthmac.org" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">ruthmac.org</a></blockquote> <h3>🙌 How to Join / Storyteller Info</h3>Want to tell your story? Sign up at the show or email us in advance at <a href="" title="" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">hello@THEbEAR-storytelling.de</a>. We also encourage storytellers to reach out beforehand for friendly feedback and preparation support. <h3>🎟 Tickets / Donation Info</h3>We suggest a donation of 15–20 € (more if you can, less if you can’t). Two free volunteer spots are available (ticket fee &amp; VAT not included). 🎥 Heads up! This event will be recorded (video, audio + photos). By attending, you consent to being captured in images and footage that may be used for promotional purposes by THE bEAR and our podcast True Stories Berlin. <h3>🧡 Thanks to our partners and supporters:</h3>Special thanks to our partners<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@Berlin-Videos" title="https://www.youtube.com/@Berlin-Videos" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer"> Berlin Erleben</a> on Youtube and the public speaking training companies <a href="https://www.moving-speaker.com/" title="https://www.moving-speaker.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Moving Speaker </a>and <a href="https://www.femalespeakingberlin.com/" title="https://www.femalespeakingberlin.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Female Speaking Berlin</a> and our supporting non-profit: Verein zur Förderung der Kunst des biographischen Geschichtenerzählens e.V.Stories connect us. Because we all have stories to tell.More info: <a href="http://www.THEbEAR-storytelling.de" title="http://www.THEbEAR-storytelling.de" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">www.THEbEAR-storytelling.de</a> <h2>Stories connect us.</h2><h2>Because we all have stories to tell.</h2>

Storyteller Hilary Vogt; Camera: Emmi Mascher at "Eve of the Champs" in Theater im Delphi on June 23, 2023.

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