The history of Berlin’s judiciary is characterized by political change, social transformation and the pursuit of justice. The Court of Appeal – the oldest German court with uninterrupted operations – has been the scene of a number of important trials in the past. And now, with “The Jury Experience” in Berlin, you too can get up close and personal with an exciting case and help decide on law and order as part of the jury in an immersive live theater experience!
On selected dates over the next few months, the Theater im Delphi will be transformed into a realistic courtroom for you. The former silent movie theater, which was reopened as an international cultural center in 2012, offers a very special charm and the ideal atmosphere for this gripping courtroom drama. Tickets have already gone on sale and places are limited, so don’t delay and secure your ticket today!
What is “The Jury Experience”?
“The Jury Experience” transforms regular live theater into an interactive courtroom drama where the audience becomes jurors and decides the fate of a fictional defendant. The event combines captivating performances by professional actors with multimedia storytelling to create an atmosphere of suspense and emphasize the moral complexity of the subject matter. By confronting profound questions about justice, “The Jury Experience” also encourages you to reflect on your own values and beliefs.
What is the trial about?
The trial deals with cutting-edge issues relating to modern technology and addresses the question of who is responsible when self-driving cars are involved in accidents. Are such vehicles really safe? Should liability lie with the manufacturer or software developer – or is the passenger also partly to blame? As jurors, you will weigh evidence and testimony to answer these questions, while grappling with the complex impact of innovative technology on our society.
More about “The Jury Experience”
The immersive theater show takes place in a realistically designed courtroom designed to make the experience as authentic as possible for you. Over the course of 60 minutes, you will be presented with dramatic opening statements, cross-examinations and closing arguments as you analyze various pieces of evidence shown to you on the screens. At the end of the trial, you will vote together as a jury on the verdict. “The Jury Experience” is suitable for people aged 12 and over and promises an exciting insight into the world of law and morality.
Pass your verdict now at “The Jury Experience” in Berlin – the immersive courtroom drama will put your perception of justice to the test and place the final decision entirely in your hands. Do you have the confidence to make the right choice?
Participants must be at least 12 years old and the doors will usually open for you 30 minutes before the start of the event. Places are allocated freely within the individual categories, so it’s worth arriving early.