Fabulous reading: Kerstin Hensel unfolds 'lucky skin' in Berlin

Fabulous reading: Kerstin Hensel unfolds 'lucky skin' in Berlin

On Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. , literary friends experience a true adventure! In the atmospheric district central library Mark Twain, located on the Marzahner Promenade 55, 12679 Berlin, the talented Kerstin Hensel will read from her captivating work “Glückschaut”. An event that you shouldn't miss!

The story unfolds in 1804 in the picturesque Erzgebirge, where Minna Leichsenring was born - and that in a so -called lucky skin! This medical curiosity promises a life full of bliss. But fate plays badly with Minna, because her own mother exposes her in the forest. This is where the dramatic adventure begins when she meets seven mysterious mountain boys, of which she finally testifies to a son: Johannes. A real fate: Little Johannes becomes Henkersknecht and leaves his mother. The protagonist's heart breaks when she is looking for her son and has to master exceptional challenges.

a fantastic narrative work of art

With her impressive art art, Kerstin Hensel unfolds a story that masturbates reality and imagination in a masterly way. Dream sequences, exciting leaps in time and surprising breaks let the audience immerse yourself in a magical world, where the boundaries between reality and idea blur. Historical events merge with hints to the famous Grimm’s fairy tales and old miners' sessions, whereby the reading of the fantastic stories of E.T.A. Hoffmann is reminiscent.

The author herself is not only a talented writer, but also an experienced lecturer at the renowned University of Act Ernst Busch. Her passion for storytelling and her deep understanding of the art of literature make her the perfect ambassador for this captivating story.

Details about the reading

• Free admission! Enjoy the literary performance at no cost.
• A registration is required for participation-just call on phone (030) 54 704 142 or write an email.