{"id":46847,"date":"2025-04-26T10:13:27","date_gmt":"2025-04-26T08:13:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/test.steinmuehle.de\/blog\/2025\/04\/26\/ds-13-exhibition-on-ideals-of-beauty-mirror-mirror-on-my-cell-phone\/"},"modified":"2026-06-19T07:21:05","modified_gmt":"2026-06-19T05:21:05","slug":"ds-13-exhibition-on-ideals-of-beauty-mirror-mirror-on-my-cell-phone","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/steinmuehle.de\/en\/blog\/2025\/04\/26\/ds-13-exhibition-on-ideals-of-beauty-mirror-mirror-on-my-cell-phone\/","title":{"rendered":"DS 13 Exhibition on Ideals of Beauty: Mirror, mirror on my cell phone…"},"content":{"rendered":"

Ideals of beauty have always existed\u2014and they still do today. But in our time, they are everywhere, especially on social media. Young people are confronted every day with a flood of images that show them what is considered \u201cbeautiful.\u201d Everyone looks for a role model, tries to fit in, and strives to get closer to these ideals. – Mirror, mirror on my phone, tell me, am I the king? (Alligatoah) <\/p>\n

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Self-presentation plays a central role<\/strong><\/p>\n

The play begins with a scene shaped by the media. The obsession with beauty ideals, coupled with the constant use of headphones, leads to less genuine, spontaneous interaction in public. Instead, self-presentation and self-affirmation take center stage\u2014documented through selfies and Stories shared on social media. <\/p>\n

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Plagued by self-doubt<\/strong><\/p>\n

One of these teenagers, convincingly portrayed by Elias, is in the middle of creating a new live story about himself. But suddenly, he finds himself fascinated by a young woman who draws him in like magic. He dares to approach her and even includes her in his live stream. But before he can ask her out, doubts assail him: What if she says no? \u2013 I\u2019m\u2026 I\u2019m not like you. I\u2019m not the type to make a good first impression. <\/p>\n

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Overcoming Uncertainty<\/strong><\/p>\n

This uncertainty is heightened by the contrast with two characters who are portrayed as the embodiment of perfection and self-improvement. The \u201cPerfect One\u201d confronts him defiantly: \u201cAnd what exactly is \u2018yourself\u2019?\u201d A stuttering boy who looks like he just rolled out of bed? But the Doubting One argues against this. He insists on spontaneity, authenticity, and the beauty of imperfection. Despite his insecurity, he decides to ask her out on a date. <\/p>\n

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Emotions Described with Humor<\/strong><\/p>\n

In the final scene, the audience finds itself immersed in the thoughts of the two protagonists as they prepare for their date. Emotions such as nervousness, springtime feelings, and daydreams are humorously portrayed and brought to life through impressive physical theater. At the same time, a video projection shows Elias and his crush sitting across from each other\u2014but instead of looking at one another, they\u2019re both busy perfecting their appearance in the mirror. <\/p>\n

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They finally look into each other’s eyes<\/strong><\/p>\n

The short performance concludes with a telling moment: The two finally look into each other\u2019s eyes.
\nThe audience\u2014Music Class 13 and DS Class 12\u2014was particularly enthusiastic about the expressive physical theater, the carefully selected music, and the impressive acting performances.<\/p>\n

Cast:
\n, Arwen Seifert,
\n, Elias Schumann,
\n, Silas Kr\u00fcger,
\n, and Luisa Harperscheid<\/p>\n

Ines Vielhaben<\/em><\/p>\n

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