The Theater an der Ruhr was founded in 1980 as an alternative model, a new type of ensemble theater. The idea of the ensemble, which includes all employees of the theater, and the idea of traveling make the Theater an der Ruhr a special place for contemporary theater and contemporary art. The Theater an der Ruhr is based in a former brine bath in the historic Raffelbergpark on the border between Mülheim an der Ruhr and Duisburg. It still works with flat hierarchies today. The idea of the collective and independent work are important foundations of the collaboration.

The Theater an der Ruhr is currently reinventing itself once again, remaining true to its founding idea of an alternative, exploratory, ever-changing theater with a flexible structure that focuses on collaborative artistic work. Since the start of the 2023/2024 season, the Theater an der Ruhr has been inviting audiences to three concentrated theatrical events, each under the heading of a theme that will shape the entire season: In doing so, the theater is taking a completely new, radical path beyond the repertoire business in Germany's theater landscape.

Apprenticeship as an event technology specialist (f/m/d)

 

Theater an der Ruhr gGmbH is offering an apprenticeship as an event technology specialist (f/m/d) from August 1, 2025. Applicants should be 18 years of age or older and have a secondary school leaving certificate (Mittlere Reife), a vocational baccalaureate in the technical field or a high school diploma. A willingness to work varying hours as well as weekends and public holidays is a prerequisite.

We offer you a varied apprenticeship with many opportunities to take on responsibility and develop your skills.

During your practical training, you will gain extensive insights into our theater operations and learn about various areas of work, such as the professional assembly and dismantling of stage equipment, setting up stage lighting, sound and video technology or operating the equipment during rehearsals or events. Our experienced instructors will support you throughout your training. You will learn the theoretical basics at a vocational college in Mülheim an der Ruhr.

 

Requirements:

- Interest and enthusiasm for theater and/or art

- Manual dexterity and good technical understanding as well as experience with common software (Office, e-mail, browser)

- a high degree of commitment and physical resilience as well as the ability to work at heights

- good color vision

- Team spirit, reliability, talent for improvisation

- Driving license class B or higher is desirable

Are you interested in entering the world of event technology? Then we look forward to receiving your application! Simply send us your documents by e-mail to: adem.koestereli [​at​] theateranderruhr.de.

 

Interns (m/f/d)

We are looking for committed interns who would like to gain insight into the work processes and activities of a theater. Under the guidance of the assistant directors, you can actively participate in the artistic development processes as well as in the team and accompany the rehearsal process until the premiere. Your core tasks will include the preparation and follow-up of rehearsals as well as supporting the director/dramaturge during rehearsals.

The internship is limited in time and not bound to a production. The period of time can be arranged individually. Theatrical experience is desirable.

Are you interested? Then please send your complete application (cover letter, CV) summarized in a PDF document by e-mail to adem.koestereli [​at​] theater-an-der-ruhr.de.

Theater an der Ruhr welcomes applications from persons regardless of their gender, ethnic, cultural or social origin, age, religion, world view, disability or sexual identity.