When does the event start?

The event starts on August 9, 2026, at 5:00 PM.

How long does the evening last?

The event is scheduled from 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM and lasts about 90 minutes.

What is the ticket price?

Admission is free; a donation basis applies.

Where does the event take place?

At Kunsthaus sans titre, Französische Str. 18, 14467 Potsdam.

Is the event more of a concert or a reading?

It is a musical-literary format with music, literary examples, and historical insights.

Are there any travel directions?

Yes, the Kunsthaus mentions arriving by tram 91 and 92, with the stop at Platz der Einheit.

Music and Literature Merge in Potsdam's Poetic Summer Evening

Name: Musical-Literary Journey through the 20th Century
Start: 2026-08-09T19:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-08-09T20:30:00+02:00
Location: Kunsthaus sans titre

Words & Sounds: A Musical-Literary Journey through the 20th Century

At Kunsthaus sans titre, on August 9, 2026, an evening unfolds that connects music history and literature into a vibrant narrative. The scenically musical reading begins at 5:00 PM and leads through the sound and thought worlds of the 20th century with musical interpretations, literary examples, and historical references.

When Melodies Become Memories

Zirko Soni, the house band of the Kunsthaus, reshapes well-known songs with choral singing, guitar solos, piano lines, and grooving rhythms. The evening focuses on the interplay between verbal art and musical presence, creating a reading atmosphere in which biography, contemporary history, and artistic interpretation intertwine.

Literary Depth Meets Musical Energy

The format of Words & Sounds follows a clear dramatic idea: a theme, an author, or a body of work, along with music from the respective era and biographical inserts. This results in not just a concert but a literary experience that makes the cultural significance of the 20th century sensually tangible. The Kunsthaus sans titre, with its open, studio-like character, provides an intimate setting for this author encounter.

A Place with Cultural Aura

The Kunsthaus sans titre on Französische Straße has been a venue for readings, concerts, and interdisciplinary formats in Potsdam for years. Its location in Potsdam-Mitte, the proximity to the city center, and the atmosphere of a creative house make the evening particularly accessible. The venue stands for contemporary art, exchange, and a public-oriented cultural practice.

Conclusion

Those who wish to experience literature, music, and cultural memory not separately but in dialogue will find an evening rich in attitude, sound, and depth of thought here. This reading invites you to hear historical lines anew and to experience linguistic as well as musical nuances live.