Wilhelm Busch in Potsdam: Musical-Literary Reading with La Fabella

Experience Wilhelm Busch between Wit and Music

On Sunday, November 22, 2026, the City and State Library of Potsdam transforms into a lively cultural space: The duo La Fabella presents a musical-literary program about Wilhelm Busch. Starting at 15:30, recitation, singing, oboe, and piano combine for an entertaining encounter with the humorous lyricist and illustrator.

Language Art with Musical Charm

Wilhelm Busch's poems and stories thrive on precise rhythm, pointed observation, and a distinctive sense of human weaknesses. Many of his couplets have already entered everyday German usage. In the reading, they regain their literary context and unfold their full comedic power.

A Literary Portrait of Humanity

At the center are texts such as Self-Criticism, Envy, and Regret. Busch observes his characters with mocking precision, without losing sight of their everyday contradictions. The famous snail story also demonstrates his ability to develop an artistically condensed image of language from a seemingly minor observation.

La Fabella: Voice, Oboe, and Piano

Rika Dafov handles oboe, singing, and recitation, while Helgrid Pippig reads and plays piano. The interplay of voice and instruments creates a unique reading atmosphere in which literary wit, musical color, and scenic presence intertwine. The format appeals to families, young listeners, and all friends of classic humorous literature.

Cultural Sunday at the City Library

The cultural showcase takes place as part of the Sunday cultural program of the City and State Library of Potsdam. The library opens on Sundays from 13:00 to 17:00 and invites reading, lingering, informing, and enjoying culture together. The program is organized in cooperation with KulturMachtPotsdam.

Conclusion: Discover Wilhelm Busch Live and Up Close

The audience can expect a delightful literary experience full of linguistic wit, musical nuances, and keen human observation. Those who want to get to know Wilhelm Busch not just through familiar sayings but as a virtuoso word artist will experience an engaging author encounter for the whole family with La Fabella. Admission is free – a great opportunity to experience Potsdam's library culture live.

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• Event page: https://bibliothek.potsdam.de/de/sonntags-die-bibliothek-kulturschaufenster

Sources:

• Travel Land Brandenburg – Sundays at the Library! on 22.11.
• City and State Library Potsdam – Cultural Showcase
• Potsdam Tourism – Event page