THE bEAR is an open stage and cozy audience for Berliners to share extraordinary moments from their ordinary lives.
Calling all womxn of THE bEAR community!
If you’ve ever thought, “Does my story even matter?” or “Who would want to hear this at work?”—this night is for you.
Hosted by Female Speaking Berlin, this Friday night workshop is a joyful, empowering dive into the kind of storytelling that helps you speak up, stand out, and own the value of your lived experience.
Getting on stage a sharing your story is also an option!
You’ll learn how to:
Talk about your strengths without sounding like you’re bragging
Shape your wins into short, powerful stories you can use at work or on stage
Speak with more clarity, confidence, and presence
And maybe even plant the seeds for your next bEAR story
✨ It’s part workshop, part hangout, part courage-boost.
Sharing stories and connecting with other women in Berlin.
And it ends with wine, warmth, and open-stage storytelling for anyone who wants to give it a try (no pressure).
Whether you're a bEAR regular, a secret stage dreamer, or simply curious: come meet other women who are bold enough to spend their Friday night learning how to own their voice.
Because your story does matter. And we’d love to hear it.
📍 Event Details
🗓 Date: Friday, September 19, 2025
🕡 Arrival: from 6:30 pm
🎤 Workshop: 7:00–9:00 pm
🥡 Afterwards: optional networking and open-stage storytelling
📍 Location: Zentrum 50, Danziger Straße 50, Berlin
🎟 Cost: €35 (Eventbrite fees apply)
📬 Or book directly via bank transfer (write the event name in the reference):
Dyane Neiman / Female Speaking Berlin;Bank N26 / IBAN: DE38 1001 1001 2622 4084 86
🎁 10% discount available if you bring a friend!
The evening will be led by Dyane Neiman and supported by Esther de Bruijn
Dyane Neiman
Dyane Neiman, Founder of THE bEAR and Co-founder Female Speaking Berlin
is a Berlin-based performer, choreographer, and award-winning communications trainer with over 13 years of international experience coaching scientists, creatives, changemakers, and entrepreneurs. Known for her dynamic presence and intuitive feedback, she brings a unique fusion of dance theatre and speaker coaching to her work. Dyane is also the founder of Berlin’s live storytelling stage THE bEAR and host of the True Stories Berlin podcast
Esther de Bruijn, professional theatre artist and Co-founder of Female Speaking Berlin
Esther de Bruijn
a cum laude graduate of the Academy of Theatre and Education in the Netherlands, brings her expertise in theatre, education, and intercultural communication to the world of public speaking. Her experience working across sectors—from health care to science—has shaped a coaching style that is curious, energizing, honest, and deeply human. She believes in creating a safe and joyful space that invites growth and authenticity.
✨ Female Speaking Berlin ✨
Empowering Womxn Through the Art of Public Speaking
Dyane Neiman, founder and artistic director of THE bEAR.
Female Speaking Berlin is a women-led training company empowering womxn* to find and own their voice through the art of public speaking. Founded by Dyane and Esther: two theater-trained experts in storytelling, stage presence, and effective communication. We create supportive, high-impact workshops designed by and for womxn. Our mission is rooted in the belief that the world belongs to those who dare to speak up, and we’re here to ensure more female voices are heard. Our clients include UN Women, Falling Walls Female Science Talents, the Global Women’s Network for the Energy Transition, TEDx, and the Silbersalz Science & Media Festival.
Together, we support womxn from all walks of life to speak with clarity, presence, and purpose—whether on stage, in meetings, or in everyday life.
*Womxn: We use this spelling to acknowledge and include anyone who identifies as a woman.
“What started out as just a
storytelling workshop, ended in a day of getting to know myself better and connecting with people I had never met before. I am more confident about my skills and understand how to continue to improve.
Also, it was a lot of fun!”
Adriana Carles, Brand Marketing Manager
Photo: Hinemoana Baker on stage at THE bEAR