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Accessibility

As a HAU Hebbel am Ufer festival we are part of an institution that is always learning. We are working on making the programme, the theatres, and our work processes gradually more diverse and inclusive. To foster this development, we collaborate with external consultants in interdepartmental working groups in the fields of diversity, accessibility, and sustainability in order to actively shape the organisational culture. Currently, HAU is only partially accessible. On this page, you can find more information about each individual venue as well as information on the programme and what we offer in terms of accessibility.

Statement on digital accessibility for Tanz im August and HAU Hebbel am Ufer (German)

Contact


We welcome any feedback to improve, raise awareness and further create offerings.

Please send us an email: access@tanzimaugust.de or call us: 
+49 (0)30 259004-27

HAU Hebbel am Ufer venues


HAU1 and HAU2 are barrier-free, HAU3 unfortunately not. Detailed information on reaching and visiting each venue is available here on the HAU Hebbel am Ufer website.

Venues


The performance venues of Tanz im August are (partially) barrier-free.

You can find detailed information on how to get there and visiting the festival on the websites of the individual venues and on the subpages of the respective productions. 

Tickets


Persons with disabilities who require an accompanying person will receive a reduced admission ticket; the accompanying person will receive free admission. Accessible seating tickets and accompanying tickets are available and can be booked via email at tickets@hebbel-am-ufer.de or by phone at +49 (0)30 259004-27 through our box office team.

For ticket inquiries and registrations for the offers listed below, you can also contact our team at access@tanzimaugust.de or +49 (0)30 259004-27

Easy Language


To ensure accessible information, each production page begins with a summary in Easy Language. This text appears at the top of the page and is highlighted in bold.

Easy Language is a clearly structured and simplified form of English that makes complex content more accessible. It is designed especially for people with cognitive disabilities, limited English proficiency, or learning difficulties – supporting inclusive communication.

Audio Descriptions in German with Haptic Access Tours


For blind and visually impaired visitors, an audio description with haptic access tour will be offered in which the performance is described in German. Please register in advance if you are interested.

Productions

22.+23.8. | HORNFUCKERS

Sign Language Translation


Some productions will be interpreted into German sign language. Please contact us if required to get the best possible view of the interpretation. 

More information will follow shortly.

Relaxed Performances


Relaxed performances aim to welcome all visitors for whom sitting still for long periods of time in the theatre is a barrier. This applies in particular to neurodivergent people (including those with autism, Tourette's syndrome or ADHD), people with learning difficulties and people with chronic pain. However, many other people may also choose to attend a relaxed performance, either because they need to or because they like the inclusive environment.

Productions

15.–17.8. | YOU CANNOT CAN

Visitor Notes


On the production pages on our website you will find information on sound design, lighting, and content-related aspects that may help you decide if a show is suitable for you, so you can better plan your visit. If you have questions about this, please contact us at access@tanzimaugust.de.

  • Après moi, le déluge

    A hazer (fog machine) will be used. Hearing protection is available free of charge in the foyer. 

  • Bat Dances

    There are passages that are loud and dark.

  • Bruits Marrons

    Issues such as racism, experiences of violence and systemic oppression are being addressed and retold. At one point in piece, food is being fried and the smell of grilled meat fills the air.

  • CLAP & SLAP

    There are passages with nudity and there will be depictions of physical violence.

  • DOWN (full album)

    The event takes place without seating. The audience is invited to move freely through the space. If you have mobility restrictions, folding chairs are available upon request. The volume will be high. Hearing protection is available free of charge in the foyer. At the end of the show, smoke bombs will be set off outdoors without danger.

  • Every-Body-Knows-What-Tomorrow-Brings-And-We-All-Know-What-Happened-Yesterday

    There are passages with loud volume and strobe lighting.

  • F*cking Future

    There are passages with loud volume and strobe lighting. A laser is used in the performance. The performers are nude in certain parts.

  • HORNFUCKERS

    There are passages with high volume. The performers are nude in certain parts. The sounddesign and light effects can cause discomfort for certain persons.

  • IT'S THE END OF THE AMUSEMENT PHASE

    There are passages with loud volume and strobe lighting.

  • Les Oiseaux

    There is a drone on stage.

  • MASTERWORK FOR SIX DANCERS

    There are passages with strobe light and nudity. 

  • Outbox Me Battle x Tanz im August

    The event will take place outdoors and without seating. The stage is located between the entrances on Columbiadamm and Oderstraße, in front of "Haus 104". 

    Click here for a detailed map of the venue location.

    Please register in advance via e-mail at festival@tanzimaugust.de.

  • The Choreography of Water

    There are passages with darkness and high volume. Hearing protection is available free of charge in the foyer.

  • YOU CANNOT CAN

    The event takes place in a swimming pool intended for non-swimmers. The pool itself is part of the stage and cannot be entered by audience members. Due to hygiene regulations, the venue may only be entered barefoot or while wearing clean flip-flops/slides. A cloakroom will be available on site. Owing to the nature of the setting, the performer may come into close proximity to audience members.