Literature & Readings
24 Events in Literature & Readings in Potsdam - Inspiring Literature & Readings
Dive into inspiring literature and engaging readings in Potsdam.

Jana Hensel reads in Potsdam from Once Upon a Time There Was a Country
An evening for clever minds: Jana Hensel reads in Potsdam from Once Upon a Time There Was a Country. Reading, conversation, and a diagnosis of the present on 29.09.2026, 7 PM. #Literature

Reading with Carsten Gansel: 'Erased?'
Join the reading and discussion with Carsten Gansel about the vanished GDR literature. On October 6, 2026 in Potsdam.

Reading and Discussion with Carsten Gansel – Erased? How the Literature of the GDR Disappeared
A clever evening about GDR literature, memory, and loss in Potsdam. Carsten Gansel reads and speaks on 06.10.2026 at 19:00. #Literature

Growing Karma - Tea Cultivation in Brandenburg
An evening full of tea pioneering spirit in Potsdam: Growing Karma shows how Brandenburg becomes a tea region. 07.10.2026 at 5 PM, from 3 euros. Discover now! #Potsdam #Tea

Bornstedter Literary Salon: Hannelore Rose reads from Russian Confection
An atmospheric literary evening in Bornstedt: Hannelore Rose reads from Russian Confection in the community store. On 07.10.2026 at 7 PM. #Literature

Introduction Workshop: Cricut Explore 3
Learn the basics of the Cricut Explore 3 at this free workshop in the Potsdam City and State Library.

Eric Wrede reads and speaks for World Hospice Day in Potsdam
A special literary evening in Potsdam: Eric Wrede reads and speaks for World Hospice Day about dying, grief, and attitude. 08.10.2026, free of charge. #Potsdam #Reading #Literature

When the Sahara Was Green – The Secret of North Africa Before the Pyramids
An evening between climate archaeology and great storytelling: Martin Trauth opens the window to the green Sahara at NANO Potsdam. #Potsdam #Reading

Musical Children's Reading "On the Way in Beelitz-Heilstätten" with Cindy Wiegel
A loving story afternoon for families in Potsdam: Cindy Wiegel takes children aged 4 and up on a musical journey through Beelitz-Heilstätten. Free of charge, no registration required. #FamilyTime

Musical Reading: The Power of Song - Together in Harmony
Maritime voices, powerful stories, and fine poetry: Experience a special musical reading in Potsdam on October 10, 2026. #Literature #Choir Singing

Book Cinema: An Old House Tells of the Past
An old house becomes a storyteller at the Potsdam Museum: The book cinema connects images, history, and fantasy. 10.10.2026, 17:30, free of charge. #Potsdam

Theodor Fontane: To Scotland then! – Beyond the Tweed in Potsdam
Fontane Meets Scotland: Beyond the Tweed comes alive as a scenic-musical reading at Kunsthaus sans titre. An evening for literature lovers. #Fontane

Silver Salon: 200 Years Alexandrowka
A stylish afternoon at the Potsdam Museum: The Silver Salon dedicates itself to 200 years of Alexandrowka with a lecture and conversation over coffee & cake. #Potsdam #Alexandrowka

Brigitte Kuka reads in Potsdam: Book launch of In Potsdam wimmelts
Potsdam becomes a picture world: Brigitte Kuka celebrates the book launch of In Potsdam wimmelts with reading, painting activity, and signature. Free entry. #Potsdam #PictureBook

Hannah Arendt: Dialog Stage Extra on Truth and Lies in Politics
A smart evening in Potsdam: Hannah Arendt, political truth, and vibrant discourse at the Zimmer Stage. 14.10.2026, from €5. #HannahArendt #Potsdam

Forgotten Sites of the Peaceful Revolution
Discover Potsdam's forgotten places of upheaval: digital tour, historical backgrounds, and eyewitness dialogue at the Lindenstraße Memorial. Admission free. #Potsdam

Children's and Young Adult Book Exhibition: Death, Grief, and Comforting
A quiet, powerful literary weekend in Potsdam: books, readings, and counseling around death, grief, and comfort. Free on October 17-18, 2026. #Potsdam #Children'sBook #Literature

Wolfgang Kaleck: The Strength of Law vs. The Law of the Stronger
An evening for bright minds: Wolfgang Kaleck reads in Potsdam about international law and human rights. Free of charge, concise, highly relevant. #Potsdam #Literature

Jan Off - Reading in Potsdam
Punk, wit, and literature with attitude: Jan Off reads in Potsdam at Theaterschiff. October 23, 2026, from €22. An evening for language fans. #Literature

Saitenweise: Literature and Music in Duet
Immerse yourself in the unique interplay of literature and music, presented by the City and State Library and the Chamber Academy Potsdam.

Inclusive Reading with Jan Sell in German Sign Language
Experience literature anew in Potsdam: Jan Sell connects sign language, stage, and reading for a special evening. Free of charge, 03.11.2026, 18:00. #Potsdam #Literature

Stanisław Lem reads - Solaris Potsdam 2026
Stanisław Lem's »Solaris« becomes an intense listening experience in Potsdam between literature and electronics. 06.11.2026, 8 PM, 25 €. #Solaris #Potsdam

Comic Reading and Conversation with Melanie Garanin 'My Friend Rilke'
Rilke as a comic, conversation, and literary encounter in Potsdam: Melanie Garanin invites you to a special evening in the Education Forum. #Literature

Special Tour and Testimonial Conversation in Commemoration of the Peaceful Revolution 1989/90
Experience Potsdam's Peaceful Revolution in historical spaces and in personal conversation with Bernd Richter. 13.11.2026, free admission – register now! #Potsdam
