NIPAI
New International Performing Arts Institute
Theatre Directing. Movement Directing. Performance Training.
NIPAI runs advanced programmes for theatre directors, movement directors, and performers who are serious about developing their practice. Each programme is built around one principle: the method has to work in the rehearsal room, not just in a lecture.
Established in 2000 · Students from 25+ countries · Distance and blended formats
Most people who come to NIPAI are already working. They direct, they move, they perform - and they have reached a point where instinct is not enough. They want a method.
The Programmes
18-Month and 12-Month Programmes
Advanced Professional Program in Theatre Directing
Only a Few Spots Left
A consistent directing method. Tasks, feedback, and a graduation project.
Theatre Directing Certificate Program
(for Beginners)
Only a Few Spots Left
Foundational directing workflows. Your Director's Book.
Advanced Professional
Program in Movement Directing
Enrollment Ongoing
Psychophysical approach.
Observation → Action
→ Analysis.
3-Month Courses
Choreography and Blocking in Performance
Enrollment Ongoing
Spatial composition and blocking as a directorial language.
Ensemble Building Program
Enrollment Ongoing
Tools for building and sustaining ensemble work.
The Director and the Play
Only a Few Spots Left
From text to action in the rehearsal room.
Digital Presence for Performing Artists
Only a Few Spots Left
How to document your work and build a professional online presence.
International Workshops
Five-day intensive sessions. Studio work only.
Acting in Physical Theatre
Only a Few Spots Left
17-21 August 2026; Berlin, Germany
Digital Presence Lab for Performing Artists
Enrollment Ongoing
17-20 August 2026;
Berlin, Germany
Text, Voice, and Physical Action
Enrollment Ongoing
8-12 January 2027;
Berlin, Germany
Physicality in Acting
Enrollment Ongoing
31 March - 4 April 2027; Berlin, Germany
From the Programmes
"I would highly recommend this course to any looking to find trust and confidence in the ability to naturally act, express and perform in a group environment."
Philip Kenneth Pocock, UK
"The network of artist friends that was built during this event was absolutely priceless"
Sasapin Siriwanij, Thailand
"It has been an inspiring session, one that I hope to repeat soon. The workshop has been conceptualized brilliantly and the reins are in the hands of accomplished teachers".
Nrupa Soman, India
"This was an eye-opening experience, and I feel that I’ve learnt so much"...
Youngsuck Kim, USA
Studio Work in Berlin and Laubegg
The blended format includes studio sessions at two locations.
Berlin, Germany: working studio, central city, active theatre scene.
Laubegg Castle, Austria: a forest setting used for concentrated residential work.
Both are used for intensive practice periods alongside the distance modules.