Memories and conversations: a scenic reading in the library

conversations about the past and identity: a reading in Berlin

In the district central library Mark Twain, located in the Marzahner Promenade 55, 12679 Berlin, can be found on 26. September 2024 at 8:00 p.m. a special event. In a scenic reading, three East German women meet who share their experiences and perspectives about life in Germany. Annett Gröschner, Peggy Mädler and Wenke Seemann design the evening when they talk about the challenges and joys of life in a united Germany.

The discussions of the three friends are not only entertaining, but also offer a deep insight into the variety of East German identity. With her different backgrounds - Gröschner is a writer and journalist from Magdeburg, Mädler is the author and dramaturge from Dresden, and Seemann is the artist and social scientist from Rostock - approaching topics such as roles and fragmentation of memories. They address what “Eastern women” can be and what meaning this labeling has in today's society.

This reading is not just a cultural event, but an important step to talk about the different experiences of people in Eastern and West Germany. It is crucial that the voices of those who have witnessed the change and transformation of Germany. Her stories are peppered with humor and nostalgia, and they invite the audience to actively participate in these discussions. J

The event also offers the opportunity to reflect on the events and developments that took place after the fall of the wall and to think about how these experiences shaped today's society. The dialogue about these topics remains of great relevance because they contribute to promoting social understanding and tolerance.

• Registration for the reading is requested at (030) 54704142 or by email to Renate Zimmermann.
• Admission is free, but a donation is requested to the support association of the city library.
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