
About this season
1919. World War I has just ended. Dörte Helm, a young art student in Weimar, follows Walter Gropius’ call and joins the newly-founded Bauhaus school. A love story grows between Gropius and Dörte, adding fuel to the fire of the ensuing scandal threatening the very existence of the Bauhaus; the school of art that would go on to shape the 20th century like no other…
Episodes (6)

1. After the War
Aired 5 September 2019 • 45 min
Eager students arrive at the Bauhaus art school in Weimar.

2. The Prince of Thebes
Aired 5 September 2019 • 45 min
Master Itten introduces students to his exercise and dietary regime.

3. The March Dead
Aired 5 September 2019 • 43 min
A military coup threatening Germany comes to Weimar.

4. The Women's Course
Aired 12 September 2019 • 43 min
Gropius invites certain students to help him create the Sommerfeld House.

5. Court of Honor
Aired 12 September 2019 • 46 min
Walter's relationship with Dörte gives rise to rumours and allegations.

6. The End at Weimar
Aired 12 September 2019 • 42 min
The survival of the Bauhaus rests on the success of their exhibition showcase.