Does my kid need to understand German?

The dialogue and songs are in German. Kids who follow some German will get the most out of it; the music and physical comedy help the rest along.

Is there a talk with the cast?

Yes, the family premiere on Sunday, October 18 at 4pm is followed by a post-show talk.

Do kids get a cheaper ticket?

Yes, children and students pay GRIPS's reduced price, and Berlinpass holders can get €3 tickets. You can buy up to 10 tickets online.

My kid is sensitive to loud music and lights. Can I check first?

GRIPS publishes sensory and content notes for this play, linked from the play's page on its website.

Oh, How Embarrassing: A Music Play at GRIPS Theater

Name: Oh, How Embarrassing: A Music Play at GRIPS Theater
Start: 2026-10-15
End: 2027-01-30T23:59:59
Location: GRIPS Theater Hansaplatz

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Limited Tickets

PerformanceMitte

Presented by

GRIPS Theater

Where

Mitte, GRIPS Theater Hansaplatz

Ages

5 and up

Duration

65 minutes, no intermission

Setting

Indoors

Language

German

Music

Live music on stage

Original title

oh peinlich

What you need to know

Performed in German, built around songs and live music on stage
Sides with quieter kids: the story makes room for the shy ones instead of pushing them into the spotlight
Aim for the weekend 4pm shows: several weekday 10am shows are sold out or for school groups only

About

A group of fans is on a backstage tour before a big concert when the band gets locked in its dressing room. The fans know the songs, and some can play, but nobody wants to stand in the spotlight. The collective hannsjana uses humor and plenty of live music to look at shyness, stage fright and self-confidence. It suits quiet kids, and the loud ones around them.

Tickets on the GRIPS website

Tue, Nov 17

Wed, Nov 18

Thu, Nov 19

Sat, Dec 5

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Where it is

GRIPS Theater Hansaplatz

Altonaer Str. 22, 10557 Berlin

Resources

Event website
The play's page at GRIPS Theater, with dates and ticket links.

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