Lübeck celebrates 150 years of Thomas Mann: Literary dialogue begins!

Lübeck celebrates 150 years of Thomas Mann: Literary dialogue begins!

Königstraße 25, Lübecker Altstadt, Deutschland - On June 19, 2025, a special literary event in Lübeck starts on the occasion of Thomas Mann's 150th birthday. As part of the Lübeck Hoch 3 (LH3) project, the stories of the Nobel Prize winner are examined in detail as part of the discussion format "Four wins. Re-Read Thomas Mann". This series of events is supported by renowned institutions, among others by the Buddenbrookhaus, the Heinrich and Thomas Mann-Center, the University of Lübeck and the Lübeck University of Music. Already at the first appointment it will go on June 19 at 7:00 p.m. in Haus Eden, Königstraße 25, to go to the narrative "Die Die Betr Ite", moderated by Katrin Krämer and musically framed by the singer Sarah Sieprath and her companions.

The series of events, which lasts until late autumn, aims to promote a dialogue with society. On the other topics, “Mario and the Wizard” on July 17, “Death in Venice” on October 30th and “Tonio Kröger” will be dealt with on November 27th. Thomas Mann not only offers literary treasures, but also current topics such as female desires and social taboos for discussion, which is particularly relevant today. This is also the concern of Lübeck Hoch 3, through exchange about these topics, lecture series and discussion events to make a contribution to the social debate, as the organizers emphasize.

entry and participation

Admission to the events is free, but it is important to appear early, since the choice of seats is limited and admission is granted from 6:30 p.m. The opening speech keeps Professor Gabrielle Gillessen-Kaesbach from the University of Lübeck, which will certainly give interesting insights into Mann's life and work. Musically, the evenings of students from the music college under the direction of Jakob Rieke are accompanied, which underlines Lübeck's cultural wealth.

will also be reminded of Thomas Mann in Frankfurt am Main in Frankfurt am Main: his 150 years and 70th anniversary of death are recognized by a variety of events, including readings and discussions. Among other things, there will be a reading about the correspondence between Thomas and Heinrich Mann and his speeches against National Socialism. Initiatives such as this show that Mann's work remains timeless and relevant and is of great interest in both Lübeck and Frankfurt.

The role of Thomas Mann

The examination with Thomas Mann is as diverse as his own work. The writer has not only shaped German literature, but also addressed social issues that still stimulate discussions today. The focus on his works makes it possible to shed light on questions of identity, gender and society, which is of great importance in the present time. The events in Lübeck and Frankfurt are an expression of Thomas Mann's lively heritage and invite everyone interested to actively participate in the dialogue.

The anticipation for the first conversations and the musical interludes increases and ensures a colorful and stimulating program that reinterprets the works of men. So we can be excited to see what the panel participants of the first event, including Marie Limbourg and Katjana guild. With a good knack for interesting questions and deep discussions, the project could become a real profit for the Lübeck cultural scene.

For more information about the event, take a look at the official pages: hl-live , lübeck high 3 and Frankfurter Bürgerstiftung .