Katrin Michaels

Katrin Michaels serves as a Lecturer in Practical Dramaturgy and Spoken Theatre, bringing extensive professional theater experience to her academic role. Her career spans major European cultural institutions with significant contributions to contemporary theatrical production.

Her academic foundation was established through interdisciplinary studies:

• Theater Studies at Free University of Berlin
• Modern German Literature at Free University of Berlin
• Psychology at Free University of Berlin

Michaels specializes in the practical application of dramaturgical theory within spoken theatre contexts, integrating modern German literary traditions with psychological frameworks for performance. Her work emphasizes collaborative creation processes with directors and performers to develop innovative theatrical narratives. Key professional collaborations include influential figures such as Thom Luz, Nora Schlocker, Staffan Valdemar Holm, Calixto Bieito, Martin Laberenz, and Schorsch Kamerun.

Her career progression demonstrates deep engagement with German-language theater:

• Dramaturgy Assistant at Schauspiel Hannover (2007-2009)
• Dramaturge at Theater Bielefeld (2009-2011)
• Dramaturge at Düsseldorf Schauspielhaus (2011-2014)
• Dramaturge at Theater Basel (2015-2019)

Michaels' teaching directly incorporates her professional practice, focusing on the translator's role between text and performance while addressing contemporary theatrical challenges.