Celebrate the Winners of the Writing Competition 2026!

Oops, a Book! is the annual highlight of the Darmstadt Youth and Children's Literature Festival, which celebrates young writers from all over Germany. On May 20, 2026, the Staatstheater Darmstadt invites you to the festive award ceremony and reading of the winning texts.

What to Expect

The best submitted texts from the writing competition will be compellingly read by talented actors from the theater. This event provides a unique opportunity to meet young authors and their works and to dive into the fascinating worlds of their stories.

After the reading, all guests are invited to a friendly celebration in the BAR der Kammerspiele to round off the evening in a cozy and inspiring setting. An evening full of literature, creativity, and exchange awaits you.