When does the island cinema with Dear Thomas start?

The film evening starts on August 14, 2026, at 8:00 PM.

Where does the screening take place?

At the island stage on Friendship Island on Burgstraße, 14467 Potsdam.

Is there an admission fee?

No, the event is free of charge.

How long does the film evening last approximately?

The film has a running time of about 150 minutes. With a short entry and transition, the evening is expected to end around 10:30 PM.

Is the event an indoor event?

No, it is an open-air cinema under the open sky.

Is there gastronomy on site?

Yes, the island stage has a refreshment stand with snacks.

A Quiet Summer Evening, a Great Life, and Cinema Under the Open Sky

Name: Island Cinema: Dear Thomas
Start: 2026-08-14T22:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-08-15T00:30:00+02:00
Location: Inselbühne auf der Freundschaftsinsel

Summer Cinema Under the Open Sky: Island Cinema with Dear Thomas on Friendship Island

On August 14, 2026, the island stage on Friendship Island in Potsdam will transform into an atmospheric open-air cinema. The film Dear Thomas, the much-acclaimed biopic about the writer, director, and provocateur Thomas Brasch, will be shown. The event combines cinematic art, historical depth, and the special event atmosphere of a summer evening in the greenery. ([filmportal.de](https://www.filmportal.de/en/movie/lieber-thomas_82bbeb9a20a141f1b81c457d594a6ae2?utm_source=openai))

Cinematic Art with Biographical Depth

The film by Andreas Kleinert portrays the life of Thomas Brasch as a precise, poetic approach to an artist's life between the GDR, awakening, and internal resistance. The FBW describes the work as an intense study of a great artist's life; filmportal.de emphasizes the biographical perspective on the writer and filmmaker Thomas Brasch. ([fbw-filmbewertung.com](https://www.fbw-filmbewertung.com/film/lieber_thomas?utm_source=openai))

An Evening for Film Lovers and Potsdam Fans

The island stage is an open cultural meeting place in the greenery. On the open-air stage, cinema, theater, music, and readings come together in a relaxed, summery audience atmosphere. Around 400 seats, a refreshment stand, and a clear view into the evening twilight create an event experience that has been among the most charming open-air moments in Potsdam for years. ([potsdamtourismus.de](https://www.potsdamtourismus.de/poi/inselbuehne-auf-der-freundschaftsinsel))

Location with a Special Flair

The stage on Friendship Island is centrally located on Burgstraße in Potsdam, nestled between water, park, and urban cultural life. For visitors, it creates just the right mix of event experience and natural feeling that makes a summer cinema so special. The site is operated by the Potsdam Citizens' Foundation and greatly benefits from volunteer engagement. ([potsdamtourismus.de](https://www.potsdamtourismus.de/poi/inselbuehne-auf-der-freundschaftsinsel))

Anticipation for Mild Summer Nights

The island cinema promises a stylish cinema evening with emotional depth, strong imagery, and a backdrop that makes the film resonate even more intensely. If you love culture in the open air, you will experience an evening here that lingers long after. Mark your calendar now and experience the island cinema live. ([fbw-filmbewertung.com](https://www.fbw-filmbewertung.com/film/lieber_thomas?utm_source=openai))

Voices of Fans

The official channels of the island stage mainly show anticipation for the open-air summer and the 2026 season. No specific audience quotes were available in the verifiable sources. ([inselbuehne-potsdam.de](https://www.inselbuehne-potsdam.de/))