In May and June 2026, Urban Theater is implementing the educational project "Support and Further Training for Artists and Cultural Practitioners in Grant and Public Procurement Law" (short: "GRANT"). The project consists of a series of practice-oriented lectures and workshops on grant law and public procurement law. These trainings are aimed at refugee and migrant artists and cultural practitioners and are conducted in Russian by Dr. Witalij Schmidt.

Thanks to the funding, participation in all events within this lecture and workshop series is free of charge.

Programme

location

Theater Pool Berlin, Boxhagener Str. 18, 10245 Berlin

Tuesday,
June 2, 2026

Tuesday,
May 26, 2026

Tuesday, May 19, 2026

Tuesday, May 12, 2026

Tuesday, May 5, 2026

This introduction explains what constitutes “state aid” under EU treaties, when funding becomes relevant under state aid law, and which exemptions apply. The aim is to provide participants with a basic understanding of how national and European regulations interact and what needs to be taken into account.

In this lecture, participants will learn the key principles governing the use of public funds: efficiency and economy, as well as procurement regulations and threshold values. It illustrates what must be considered when implementing funded projects.

This lecture explains the different types of funding in the German system (institutional funding, project-based funding – full or partial funding) and helps participants understand their logic and implications for budget planning, reporting obligations, and own-funds requirements.

This lecture offers a practical explanation of what constitutes a “grant” under the German Federal Budget Code (BHO), including key principles such as subsidiarity, efficiency, and the prohibition of premature project start, as well as the obligations of grant recipients.

This lecture provides a compact overview of the funding landscape in Berlin and across Germany: from municipal funds and state and federal programmes to EU and foundation funding. Participants will learn how to search for suitable programmes, which requirements must be met, and how to position their project ideas effectively.

A practice-oriented series of two-day workshops covering the phases of grant application, implementation, and reporting. Methodologically, these workshops combine expert input with hands-on (group) exercises and case studies directly linked to real-life scenarios. The checklists and templates provided offer concrete tools for implementing funded projects in participants’ own practice.

The number of participants is limited to a maximum of 20. In case of very high demand, Urban Theater reserves the right to select participants.

location

Theater Pool Berlin, Boxhagener Str. 18, 10245 Berlin

Friday and Saturday, June 5 and 6, 2026

Friday and Saturday, May 29 and 30, 2026

Friday and Saturday,
May 22 and 23, 2026

This workshop provides a concise and practical guide to preparing a complete, audit-proof, and timely use-of-funds report. It focuses on key requirements such as the financial statement, list of receipts, and narrative report. Participants also learn what to consider when closing funded projects, documenting activities, and preparing the final report, as well as which documents must be compiled.
By the end, participants will have a solid understanding of proper financial reporting and will be able to prepare use-of-funds reports that meet legal requirements and avoid repayment claims.

This workshop provides a practical understanding of how public funds are properly managed. It focuses on the fundamentals and requirements of grant law, the analysis and handling of grant notifications and funding agreements, regulatory provisions, and the safe planning and execution of funded projects. Participants learn how to fulfil their obligations as grant recipients and how to avoid repayment claims through proper, timely financial management and clear documentation.
By the end, participants will have a solid understanding of legally compliant fund management and successful project implementation. They will be equipped to use funding responsibly and maintain full oversight of processes, deadlines, documentation, and reporting requirements.

In this workshop, participants learn how to turn a project idea into a compelling grant application. The focus is on the fundamentals of application writing: understanding funding guidelines and legal frameworks, drafting a project description, and preparing an expenditure and financing plan. Participants gain a deeper understanding of the logic of funding.
By the end of the workshop, participants will have the practical tools to prepare applications, clearly describe project ideas, and create a robust financial plan. They will be able to identify suitable funding programmes and submit their proposals in a structured and convincing manner.