program
Fr 01.12.
20:00
In-Side Sense
The exploration of a lossWithout us thinking about it, some kind of sixth sense securely guides us humans through the world. ABut suddenly, a rift tears open in this security as we suddenly lose any trust in gesture, step, and movement. In-Side Sense is a furious examination of being a stranger in one’s own body. Nothing adds up anymore.
Sa 02.12.
20:00
In-Side Sense
The exploration of a lossWithout us thinking about it, some kind of sixth sense securely guides us humans through the world. ABut suddenly, a rift tears open in this security as we suddenly lose any trust in gesture, step, and movement. In-Side Sense is a furious examination of being a stranger in one’s own body. Nothing adds up anymore.
22:00–05:00
Substage
Temporary ClubspaceSubstage aims to materialise a temporary club space in the foyer of Düsseldorfs FFT. This edition showcases a heterogeneous and progressive club-sound.
So 03.12.
16:00
Making of: Costume Design of “In-Side Sense”
What artists wear on stage needs to fit – the piece performed as well as the performers’ bodies. This making of shows how costumes and designer collections mutually influence each other. Designer Marion Strehlow has been creating the costumes for Maura Morales’ works for quite some time now. During the conversation at the bar, she will talk about this collaboration.
18:00
In-Side Sense
The exploration of a lossWithout us thinking about it, some kind of sixth sense securely guides us humans through the world. ABut suddenly, a rift tears open in this security as we suddenly lose any trust in gesture, step, and movement. In-Side Sense is a furious examination of being a stranger in one’s own body. Nothing adds up anymore.
Di 05.12.
18:00
Bar Night +
The FFT Foyer is not only a splendid space to wait for the start of a theatre performance. Starting now, you can also use it to simply meet people here for a drink, gather with friends, letting your day wind down. In May, and by way of exception, we will invite you to the bar on the second Tuesday of the month.
Do 07.12.
11:00
trolllike
as part of WESTWIND FESTIVALIn “trolllike”, three performers embark on a journey through the idyllic landscapes of Norway and the abysses of the internet. With a good dose of humour, they tackle topics such as trolling, fake news and hate on the web. They navigate through an online 3D archive live, are trolled and troll the audience in an entertaining, energetic performance.
19:00
trolllike
as part of WESTWIND FESTIVALIn “trolllike”, three performers embark on a journey through the idyllic landscapes of Norway and the abysses of the internet. With a good dose of humour, they tackle topics such as trolling, fake news and hate on the web. They navigate through an online 3D archive live, are trolled and troll the audience in an entertaining, energetic performance.
19:30
Ay Papi Ay Mami
as part of NOW REALLY?What makes a hit a hit? Ay Papi Ay Mami deconstructs the most captivating earworms and disassembles the elements that turned them into hits: Melody, beats, moves, and fussy celebrity behaviour. Under the cloak remain misogynist, violent, and power-possessed lyrics.
Fr 08.12.
11:00
Cultural Breakfast
Welcome to the Culture Breakfast at FFT Düsseldorf. This free offer is aimed at anyone who would like to take a look behind the scenes of independent theater and talk about it with others! Every 2nd Friday of the month, we invite you to meet artists and other guests, current topics and new plays in our foyer.
19:30
Ay Papi Ay Mami
as part of NOW REALLY?What makes a hit a hit? Ay Papi Ay Mami deconstructs the most captivating earworms and disassembles the elements that turned them into hits: Melody, beats, moves, and fussy celebrity behaviour. Under the cloak remain misogynist, violent, and power-possessed lyrics.
21:00
A Society of Screens
as part of NOW REALLY?Ein Mensch in einem leeren Raum voller Touchscreens. Er sucht nach seiner Stimme in einer Welt, in der Bildschirme sein Leben kontrollieren und ihm sagen, wohin er gehen muss und wann er sein Ziel erreicht hat. Dabei betritt er ein technologisches Wunderland.
22:00
Cocktail-Talk
west off & Freischwimmen as part of NOW REALLY?Any questions? Anything you did not get? Well, this is not what it is about. Whoever did not get their money’s worth, even after this plethora of young performance, can now visit the artists at the bar. We will be bombarding and laughing ‘til the cows come home. Let’s have a drink and talk!
Sa 09.12.
18:30
20 Years of Freischwimmen
as part of NOW REALLY?“Freischwimmen” has been creating sustainable structures in which young artistic talent in the performing arts may develop. Yet, the programme was not selected to receive further funding support. On the occasion of the anniversary coming up next year, and with a fighting spirit for the network’s continued existence, the publication 20 Jahre Freischwimmen (20 Years of Freischwimmen) will be presented.
19:30
A Society of Screens
as part of NOW REALLY?Ein Mensch in einem leeren Raum voller Touchscreens. Er sucht nach seiner Stimme in einer Welt, in der Bildschirme sein Leben kontrollieren und ihm sagen, wohin er gehen muss und wann er sein Ziel erreicht hat. Dabei betritt er ein technologisches Wunderland.
21:00
RICHARD III OR CR7ISTIANO
as part of NOW REALLY?Being feminist while being a man – does that work? And if so, how? Loosely based on the character of Richard III and an imaginary friendship with Cristiano Ronaldo, the performer starts a journey through various genres within the performing arts, between outdated role models, utopian ideas, feminist positioning, and allyship.
22:00
an evening with
as part of NOW REALLY?A singing pianist invites the audience to a date with a wide-ranging variety of musical genres. Let your get-together on this theatre evening be underscored by love songs à la Frank Sinatra, a folk hymn, a shared fantasy voyage, and experience the influence the music has on the atmosphere at our Foyer.
Do 14.12.
09:00
Wild Things
Musical theatre adventureWe hear clanking, rumbling, crashing. We are in a child’s room. Or to be more precise: Under the blankets in an oversized bed. Join us for a journey in which a drum set grows on stage until a whole forest emerges and accompany four wild creatures roaming this fabulous world.
11:00
Wild Things
Musical theatre adventureWe hear clanking, rumbling, crashing. We are in a child’s room. Or to be more precise: Under the blankets in an oversized bed. Join us for a journey in which a drum set grows on stage until a whole forest emerges and accompany four wild creatures roaming this fabulous world.
Fr 15.12.
10:00
Wild Things
Musical theatre adventureWe hear clanking, rumbling, crashing. We are in a child’s room. Or to be more precise: Under the blankets in an oversized bed. Join us for a journey in which a drum set grows on stage until a whole forest emerges and accompany four wild creatures roaming this fabulous world.
Sa 16.12.
15:00
Wild Things
Musical theatre adventureWe hear clanking, rumbling, crashing. We are in a child’s room. Or to be more precise: Under the blankets in an oversized bed. Join us for a journey in which a drum set grows on stage until a whole forest emerges and accompany four wild creatures roaming this fabulous world.











