Program
Tränenpalast
On-site
Reading
Victor Schefé tells the story of a childhood in the GDR, of farewells, new beginnings, and the search for freedom.
Literaturhaus Berlin
On-site
Reading
The Chinese exiled artist Badiucao and the American journalist Melissa Chan in conversation.
Haus 22, Stasi Headquarters. Campus for Democracy
On-site
Reading
In his new book, Marko Martin calls for a responsible freedom – opposing authoritarian temptations, false securities, and Western complacency. A plea for courage, responsibility, and clarity.
Berlin-Hohenschönhausen Memorial
On-site
Reading
How Ulbricht shaped the GDR: Kowalczuk analyzes power dynamics, repression, and state formation – a key work on the history of German communism.
THEATER IM PALAIS BERLIN
On-site
Reading
Thomas Mann’s novella from 1930 was immediately interpreted as a political parable about the rise of fascism in Europe. The story raises questions about how individuals can be manipulated.
US-Embassy in Berlin
On-site
Reading
Uyghur human rights activist Rushan Abbas presents her book Unbroken – One Uyghur’s Fight for Freedom. The reading highlights the ongoing injustice against Uyghur women, state oppression by the Chinese government, and personal stories of resistance.
Conference Room, DDR Museum
On-site
Reading
Historian Ilko-Sascha Kowalczuk reads from his book Freiheitsschock and reflects on East Germany’s history since 1989 – with critical insights into unity, remembrance, and responsibility.
