THE BEAR presents: COLD - Stories about breaking the ice

### THE BEAR presents: COLD

A night of true, personal storytelling

Winter has a way of showing us where warmth is missing — and where it suddenly appears.

This month at THE BEAR, we explore the theme COLD: stories about distance and closeness, breaking the ice, emotional frost, quiet loneliness, or jumping into cold water — literally or metaphorically.

On stage, everyday people from Berlin share true, personal stories, told live and without notes. No acting. No fiction. Just real experiences, shared in a warm, cozy atmosphere.

You don’t need to know anyone.
You don’t need to be “into storytelling.”
Just come, listen, and be part of the room.

🔥 What to expect
• 8 short, true stories (about 5–7 minutes each)
• Live music throughout the night
• A relaxed, welcoming audience
• Laughter, honesty, and moments of quiet connection

We start as strangers — and often leave feeling a little closer.

🎤 Want to tell a story?
Anyone can put their name into our legendary hat. Names are drawn at random — courage counts more than experience. If you’d like feedback on your story beforehand, just write to us.
hello(at)thebear-storytelling.de

💬 Language note
Stories are told in English (and sometimes German).

Everyone is welcome — listeners and storytellers alike.

If winter feels cold, let’s warm up together.
We’d love to have you there 🐻✨

🎤 Open Stage · True personal stories (5 minutes)
🗓️ Thursday, Feb 19, 2026 · 19:00
📍 Theatre Pool, Berlin
👉 Tickets: €15–20 (sliding scale donation)

## Our Mission

## THE BEAR has grown into one of Berlin’s most beloved live storytelling events: a place where strangers become a community through the simple act of listening.

Supported by: THE BEAR e.V. , [Moving-Speaker.com](https://www.moving-speaker.com/), Female Speaking Berlin, and Experience Berlin Youtube Channel.