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.

We are looking for someone to join us as soon as possible as an

 

Event Technology Specialist (m/f/d). The position will be filled by agreement.

 

Your responsibilities will include:

• Operating and handling the lighting, sound, and video technology at our performance and rehearsal venues
• Setting up, dismantling, and providing technical support for in-house productions and guest performances
• Supporting rehearsals and performances, including documentation
• Setting up, modifying, and maintaining scenic and technical structures
• Programming and maintenance of shows and presets (e.g., lighting consoles, sound consoles, media servers)
• Supporting other trades and workshops
• Assisting with guest performances and special events at home and abroad

 

Requirements:

• Enthusiasm for theater and interest in its digital and technical development
• Completed training as an event technology specialist or equivalent professional experience
• Independent, solution-oriented and team-oriented approach to work
• Physical resilience and ability to work at heights
• Willingness to work theater-standard hours (including weekends and public holidays)
• Willingness to participate in guest performances at home and abroad
• Driver's license, min. class B

 

We offer:

• A full-time position with a wide range of responsibilities
• A very collegial and artistically exciting work environment
• A workplace in the heart of the beautiful Raffelbergpark in Mülheim an der Ruhr

 

The Theater an der Ruhr welcomes applications from individuals regardless of their gender, ethnic, cultural, or social background, age, religion, worldview, disability, or sexual identity.

 

The application deadline is January 30th, 2026.

 

Have we sparked your interest? Then please send your complete application (cover letter, resume, references) by email, combined into a single PDF document, to:

adem.koestereli@theateranderruhr.de

We are looking for someone to join us as soon as possible as an

event technology specialist with a focus on sound (m/f/d). The position will be filled by agreement.

 

Your responsibilities will include:

• Operating and handling the lighting, sound, and video technology at our performance and rehearsal venues
• Operating and handling the sound systems at our performance and rehearsal venues (FOH and monitor, if applicable)
• Setting up, assembling, and dismantling sound systems in-house and at guest performances
• Microphoning of actresses and musicians (head/lapel microphones, boundary microphones, etc.)
• Setting up and maintaining radio links and in-ear systems
• Supporting rehearsals and performances, including mixing and documentation (cue lists, mixing console scenes)
• Playing, editing, and, if necessary, recording music and sounds
• Programming and maintenance of projects on digital mixing consoles
• Support for other departments (lighting, video, stage)
• Technical support for special events, concerts, and guest performances at home and abroad

 

Requirements:

• Enthusiasm for theater and a keen interest in artistic sound design
• Completed training as an event technology specialist or comparable qualification with a focus on sound
• Confident use of common digital mixing consoles and audio technology
• Basic knowledge of audio editing/DAW is an advantage
• Independent, solution-oriented and team-oriented approach to work
• Physical resilience and ability to work at heights
• Willingness to work irregular hours, as is customary in the theater (including weekends and holidays)
• Willingness to participate in guest performances in Germany and abroad
• Driver's license, at least class B

 

We offer:

• A full-time position with a clearly recognizable artistic profile and plenty of creative freedom in the field of sound
• A very collegial and artistically exciting working environment with flat hierarchies
• A workplace in the middle of the beautiful Raffelbergpark in Mülheim an der Ruhr

 

The Theater an der Ruhr welcomes applications from people regardless of their gender, ethnic, cultural, or social background, age, religion, worldview, disability, or sexual identity.

 

The application deadline is January 30th, 2026.

 

Have we sparked your interest? Then please send your complete application (cover letter, resume, references) by email, combined into a single PDF document, to:

adem.koestereli@theateranderruhr.de

 

Training position starting September 1, 2026

Event technology specialist (m/f/d)

 

The Theater an der Ruhr is an ensemble theater with flat hierarchies, team spirit, and a special location in the historic Raffelbergpark. We work together artistically, independently, and in close coordination with all trades.

 

Theater an der Ruhr gGmbH is offering a training position as an event technology specialist (f/m/d) starting September 1, 2026.

 

What you will learn with us

The training program teaches the technical basics that support rehearsals and performances: setting up, configuring, and operating stage technology, lighting, sound, and video equipment. You will work together with all trades in an ensemble setting and will gradually be introduced to tasks for which you will be responsible.

 

Requirements

Applicants should be at least 18 years old at the start of the training program and have a good school leaving certificate (or comparable qualification). Good knowledge and grades in mathematics, physics, and technology are expected. Willingness to work changing hours as well as weekends and holidays is a prerequisite.

• Interest in theater operations and enthusiasm for acting
• Manual dexterity and good technical understanding
• Confident use of common software (Office, email, browser)
• High level of commitment and physical resilience, as well as ability to work at heights
• Good color vision and basic musical understanding
• Team spirit, reliability, sense of responsibility
• Class B driver's license (should be obtained by the end of the training at the latest)

 

Application

Please send your detailed application (cover letter/letter of motivation, resume, references) exclusively by email, preferably in a PDF file, to:

 

adem.koestereli@theateranderruhr.de

 

Theater an der Ruhr gGmbH
Akazienallee 61
45478 Mülheim an der Ruhr

 

•The Theater an der Ruhr was founded in 1980 as an alternative model, a new type of ensemble theatre. The idea of the ensemble, which includes all theatre employees, and the idea of travelling make the Theater an der Ruhr a special place for contemporary theatre and contemporary art. The Theater an der Ruhr is located in a former saltwater spa in the historic Raffelbergpark on the city limits of Mülheim an der Ruhr and Duisburg. It continues to operate with flat hierarchies to this day. 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 theatre with a flexible structure that focuses on collaborative artistic work. From the start of the 2023/2024 season, the Theater an der Ruhr will invite audiences to three concentrated theatre events, each under the heading of a theme that will shape the entire season: in doing so, the theatre is embarking on a completely new, radical path beyond the repertoire theatre model in Germany's theatre landscape.

From 2 September 2026, we are looking for a person to support us as a tailor/dresser (m/f/d).

Your responsibilities will include:

• Production of modern and historical costumes for women and men
• Alterations and repairs to existing costumes
• All manual tasks that arise in a costume workshop
• Independent supervision of rehearsals and performances (including preparation and follow-up)

Requirements:

• Completed training as a tailor
• Very good craftsmanship
• Willingness to travel (guest performances)
• Independent, solution-oriented and team-oriented approach to work
• Willingness to work theatre hours (including weekends and public holidays)
• Good interpersonal skills when dealing with artists and colleagues
• Participation in guest performance tours in Germany and abroad
• Driving licence, min. class B

We offer a part-time position with 25-30 hours per week with a varied range of tasks, a very collegial and artistically exciting working environment, and a workplace in the middle of the beautiful Raffelbergpark in Mülheim an der Ruhr.

The Theater an der Ruhr welcomes applications from people regardless of their gender, ethnic, cultural or social background, age, religion, ideology, disability or sexual identity.

Have we sparked your interest? Then please send your complete application (cover letter, CV, references) by email in a single PDF document to adem.koestereli [​at​] theateranderruhr.de.

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.