Workshop on The Broken Jug at City Theatre Fürth

Workshop on Kleist's The Broken Jug: When language, power, and play meet

At the City Theatre Fürth, the workshop on Heinrich von Kleist's The Broken Jug opens a lively field between theatre atmosphere, character work, and personal joy of playing. From 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, the aim is to not only discuss the conflicts of a performance but to understand them physically and playfully. The workshop is recommended for ages 13 and up and is free of charge. ([stadttheater.de](https://www.stadttheater.de/programm/kalender/stueck/2026-4))

A classic that gets under your skin

Kleist's comedy is one of the most frequently performed texts in the German-speaking repertoire. The material tells of judicial fraud, cover-ups, and the comedic yet dangerous downfall of a judge who becomes the main character of his own lie. The German Theatre describes the plot as an evening about the fall from grace, abuse of power, and self-deception; critics particularly highlight the fresh, witty, and psychologically precise effect of the piece. ([deutschestheater.de](https://www.deutschestheater.de/programm/produktionen/der-zerbrochne-krug?utm_source=openai))

Playful approach instead of mere analysis

This is where the workshop comes in: What makes a stage character exciting? Which conflicts carry a scene? And how can contemporary stage art develop from a classical text? Participants explore these questions not abstractly, but through play, exchange, and their own texts. This creates a small stage experience with a palpable connection to the dramaturgy of the original. ([stadttheater.de](https://www.stadttheater.de/programm/kalender/stueck/2026-4))

The City Theatre Fürth as the venue

The event venue is the City Theatre Fürth at Königstraße 116, 90762 Fürth. Access to the building is well connected to public transport; according to the theatre's website, visitors can reach the City Theatre by subway line U1 to Rathaus as well as by several bus lines. Parking is available in surrounding parking garages, including the FLAIR parking garage and the Carré Fürther Freiheit/Friedrichstraße parking garage. The cloakroom is available for free use. The venue also points out barrier-free access and offers assistance if needed. ([stadttheater.de](https://www.stadttheater.de/service/anfahrt-parken?utm_source=openai))

Evening performance optional, but advisable

On the evening of the workshop, an additional performance of The Broken Jug will take place. Attendance at the performance is optional; however, tickets should be purchased in advance. For the actual evening performance, the schedule of the City Theatre states April 11, 2026, from 7:30 PM to about 9:00 PM in the Large House; the workshop itself is scheduled from 5:00 PM to about 7:00 PM. ([stadttheater.de](https://www.stadttheater.de/programm/kalender/stueck/2026-4))

Conclusion

For those who want to not only see the Kleist classic but explore it with all their senses, the City Theatre Fürth offers a smart, accessible theatre workshop focusing on staging, character work, and personal creativity. An ideal start for everyone who wants to not just hear language on stage, but experience it. Secure your place now and grasp theatre live. ([stadttheater.de](https://www.stadttheater.de/programm/kalender/stueck/2026-4))

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Sources:

• City Theatre Fürth - April 2026 schedule
• City Theatre Fürth - Directions & Parking
• City Theatre Fürth - Accessibility
• City Theatre Fürth - Tips and information for your visit
• German Theatre - The Broken Jug
• Tagesspiegel - The Broken Jug as a MeToo case