Michael Erbach in Potsdam: Reading from Halb voll at Kunsthaus sans titre
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An evening about addiction, language, and self-assertion at Kunsthaus sans titre
Michael Erbach will come to Potsdam on July 23, 2026, and read from his novel Halb voll at Kunsthaus sans titre. The event is announced as a one-hour reading in the exhibition Herzattacke and combines literary intensity with the open atmosphere of a house that brings together art, conversation, and contemporary culture.
A novel that looks into the abyss without clichés
Halb voll tells the story of Peter Böck, an actor from Potsdam who confronts alcohol addiction, depression, and a long-term therapy. Michael Erbach writes in a factual yet empathetic manner; the novel draws its strength from the observation of the detox station, from the precision of the language, and from the perspective of an existential crisis that never falls into mere sensational prose. The publisher describes the book as an insight into addiction that breaks down clichés and encourages courage.
The author and his literary authority
According to the Leipzig Book Fair, Michael Erbach was the editor-in-chief of a German daily newspaper for 20 years. He is also mentioned there as the recipient of the Hans-Marchwitza Literary Prize in 1990 and the Wächter Prize of the German Press in 1998. Halb voll is his fourth publication. This biographical and journalistic experience shapes the tone of the novel: precise, observant, unexcitable, and therefore urgent.
Reading atmosphere at Kunsthaus sans titre
Kunsthaus sans titre at Französische Straße 18 is one of the cultural places in Potsdam where readings, concerts, workshops, and exhibitions are closely intertwined. The house sees itself as an open space for art and culture; the rooms are also available for events like readings. For visitors, this creates a literary experience that thrives not only on the text but also on space, closeness, and audience.
Arrival, location, and setting
The address is Französische Str. 18, 14467 Potsdam. On the contact page of the house, tram lines 91 and 92 and the stop Platz der Einheit are mentioned as access routes. The house is located in the center of Potsdam and offers open cultural formats in a creative environment according to its own description. The event is scheduled for the evening from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
Conclusion: A literary evening with a stance
This reading promises no loud effects but a profound encounter with a novel about dependency, dignity, and the possibility of new beginnings. Those looking for literature that looks closely while remaining human will experience an evening with lasting resonance. Hearing Michael Erbach live in Potsdam is worthwhile for anyone who appreciates literary quality and an honest author encounter.
Official channels of Michael Erbach:
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- Website: https://www.michaelerbach.com/
- Publisher: https://www.jaron-verlag.de/
