Brought to Life: Understanding *Woyzeck* Better

One of the best-known plays in German literature is Georg Büchner’s *Woyzeck*. The advanced German class in Qualification Phase 2 is also currently reading the work. To explore the thematic complex of “materialism and idealism,” the students engaged in dramatic activities. They acted out the dialogue between Woyzeck and the Captain.

The role-play allowed for the analysis not only of speaking time and content but also of facial expressions, gestures, and hierarchical relationships. Teacher Dr. Claudia Röder took a few snapshots during the performance in the forum.