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Gaze up at the starry sky during the talks at the planetarium. Or listen to well-known authors as they read from their books, bringing them to life. You’ll find a wide range of talks on a variety of topics at the Urania, for example. Lectures & Readings © Promo Lectures & Readings 14/10/2026 Lutz Seiler: Das tickende Herz Lectures & Readings 14/10/2026 Lutz Seiler reads from his new novel *Das tickende Herz* (in German). Read more Location Pfefferberg Theater Schönhauser Allee 176 10119 Berlin Time 20:00 pm http://literatur-live-berlin.de/ Lectures & Readings © visitBerlin Lectures & Readings 15/10/2026 The painter Carl Begas Lectures & Readings 15/10/2026 The painter Carl Begas, the Mendelssohn family, and Berlin’s musical life during the Vormärz period: A lecture by Wolfgang Cortjaens, Head of the Collection of Applied Arts and Graphic Arts at the German Historical Museum. Read more History Jewish Berlin Location Mendelssohn-Remise Jägerstraße 51 10117 Berlin Time 19:00 pm https://www.mendelssohn-gesellschaft.de/gesellschaft/veranstaltungen Lectures & Readings © Bernhard Spöttel Lectures & Readings 15/10/2026 Constantin Schreiber: Die Kraft des Islam Lectures & Readings 15/10/2026 In the coming years, Islam will surpass Christianity as the world’s largest religion. It is creating new communities and offering a sense of belonging and transcendence—values that are becoming increasingly important in a fragile world. Constantin Schreiber… Read more Politics & Society Location Pfefferberg Theater Schönhauser Allee 176 10119 Berlin Time 20:00 pm http://literatur-live-berlin.de/ Buy tickets Lectures & Readings © Foto Tom Wagner_Grafik Kulturmanagement Hamburg. Lectures & Readings 17/10/2026 Das Gespenst von Canterville Lectures & Readings 17/10/2026 A concert reading of Oscar Wilde’s works (in German) featuring Matthias Matschke and Stefan Weinzierl at the Komödie am Kurfürstendamm in the Ernst-Reuter-Saal. Read more Literature Location Ernst-Reuter-Saal im Rathaus Reinickendorf Eichborndamm 213 13439 Berlin Time 19:30 pm https://www.komoedie-berlin.de/produktionen/das-gespenst-von-canterville.html Buy tickets Lectures & Readings © Julia Schwendner Lectures & Readings 18/10/2026 Ella Carina Werner: Menopause Turbosause Lectures & Readings 18/10/2026 Ella Carina Werneris one of Germany’s most accomplished and witty satirists. She is reading from her new book, *Menopause Turbosause* (in German). Read more Location ufaFabrik - Varieté Salon Viktoriastr. 10-18 12105 Berlin Time 19:00 pm https://ufafabrik.de/veranstaltung/39991/ella-carina-werner Buy tickets Lectures & Readings © Lauscherlounge Lectures & Readings 18/10/2026 Live Radio Drama „Schöneberger Allerlei – Fall 4": A Berlin Crime Comedy Lectures & Readings 18/10/2026 What happened to Gloria Dellaneuve? The fourth case for the Schöneberg Kiosk Detective Agency – Sascha Unnasch’s popular live radio drama series “Schöneberger Allerlei” returns to the ufaFabrik. Read more Location ufaFabrik - Theatersaal Viktoriastr. 10-18 12105 Berlin Time 19:00 pm https://ufafabrik.de/veranstaltung/39888/live-hoerspiel-schoeneberger-allerlei-fall-4 Buy tickets Lectures & Readings © Michael Ihle Lectures & Readings 18/10/2026 Wladimir Kaminer: Müttertage - Geschichten von den Heldinnen des Alltags Lectures & Readings 18/10/2026 Bestselling author Wladimir Kaminer reads from his latest book. (in German) Read more Location BKA – Berliner Kabarett Anstalt Mehringdamm 34 10961 Berlin Time 19:00 pm Buy tickets Lectures & Readings © visitBerlin Lectures & Readings 19/10/2026 + 1 additional date Holiday camp: varieties of dance Lectures & Readings 19/10/2026 + 1 additional date In this five-day holiday camp, children and young people between the ages of 12 and 16, who already have prior knowledge of ballet, learn about the varieties of dance. The morning is reserved for classical dance, starting with training and rehearsal of a… Read more Teenager Location Staatsoper Unter den Linden Unter den Linden 7 10117 Berlin Time 09:30 am https://www.staatsballett-berlin.de/spielplan/stueck-detail/stid/feriencamp/161.html#a_809 Lectures & Readings © visitberlin, Foto: Philip Koschel Lectures & Readings 19/10/2026 From Litzmannplatz to Litzmanndamm: Nazi street names at central locations in Köpenick and Berlin Lectures & Readings 19/10/2026 A lecture by historian and curator Thomas Irmer, accompanying the exhibition "Rename?! Street Names in Treptow and Köpenick" at the Köpenick Museum. Read more Free of charge History of National Socialism Location Museum Köpenick Alter Markt 1 12555 Berlin Time 19:00 pm https://www.berlin.de/museum-treptow-koepenick/ausstellungen/artikel.1665807.php Lectures & Readings © Nicole Tie Lectures & Readings 19/10/2026 Nina Grimm: A lioness doesn't have to be able to chirp Lectures & Readings 19/10/2026 Everyone is talking about needs-based parenting—but many parents reach their limits in everyday life. Family psychologist Nina Grimm encourages parents to tailor this parenting approach to their individual needs. Read more Literature Location Pfefferberg Theater Schönhauser Allee 176 10119 Berlin Time 20:00 pm https://literatur-live-berlin.de/portfolio-item/nina-grimm/ Buy tickets Lectures & Readings © Mathias Voelzke Lectures & Readings 20/10/2026 + 5 additional dates Sabar Workshops 2026 Lectures & Readings 20/10/2026 + 5 additional dates Following the well-attended Sabar workshops in 2024, Haus der Kulturen der Welt (HKW) continues the drum and dance workshop series Sabar, Polyrhythm, and the Politics of Body Movement led by Nago Guèye Koité & SAF SAP. Read more Free of charge International Location Haus der Kulturen der Welt John-Foster-Dulles-Allee 10 10557 Berlin Time 19:00 pm – 21:00 pm https://www.hkw.de/programme/sabar-polyrhythm-and-the-politics-of-body-movement/sabar-workshops-2026 Buy tickets Lectures & Readings © Luise Blumstengel Lectures & Readings 20/10/2026 Clara Lösel Lectures & Readings 20/10/2026 Following the announcement of her second book, *Ich dachte, sowas fühl nur ich* (Rowohlt Publishing) and the successful start of advance ticket sales for the new live tour of the same name in 2027, SPIEGEL bestselling author Clara Lösel is already following up… Read more Location Urania - Humboldtsaal An der Urania 17 10787 Berlin Time 20:00 pm – 22:00 pm https://www.eventim.de/event/clara-loesel-ich-dachte-sowas-fuehl-nur-ich-die-previewshows-zum-neuen-buch-urania-21656634/?affiliate=VB1 Buy tickets Lectures & Readings © Max Moorconfilmlab.de Sebastian Schramm 2024; Katty SaliéMario Föllmer; Miriam SteinPascal Buenning Lectures & Readings 20/10/2026 Max Moor and Katty Salié in Conversation: Sisters. Despite Everything Lectures & Readings 20/10/2026 The audiobook *Sisters: Despite Everything*, read by Miriam Stein and Max Moor, is being presented. (in German) Read more Location Pfefferberg Theater Schönhauser Allee 176 10119 Berlin Time 20:00 pm http://literatur-live-berlin.de/ Buy tickets Panel discussion © Eno de Wit Panel discussion 20/10/2026 SOPHIA FRITZ & DANIEL SCHREIBER Panel discussion 20/10/2026 Men: Victims of Patriarchy? Bestselling authors Sophia Fritz and Daniel Schreiber explore this question at the book launch for *Der Mann, das Opfer*. Join us to discuss and celebrate the launch with us and the authors at Heimathafen Neukölln. Read more Literature Politics & Society Location Heimathafen Neukölln Karl-Marx-Straße 141 12043 Berlin Time 20:00 pm https://heimathafen-neukoelln.de/events/sophia-fritz-daniel-schreiber/ Buy tickets Lectures & Readings © Rainer Bock: Pascal Bünning / Harald Lesch: Harald Lesch / Andreas Rebers: Susie Knol Lectures & Readings 21/10/2026 Rainer Bock, Harald Lesch & Andreas Rebers lesen Hüsch Lectures & Readings 21/10/2026 Hanns Dieter Hüsch: a legend, a literary philosopher, and an inspiration and role model for both admirers and practitioners of rhythmic subtlety. Read more Location TIPI AM KANZLERAMT Große Querallee 10557 Berlin Time 20:00 pm https://www.tipi-am-kanzleramt.de/de/programm/programmuebersicht/rainer-bock-harald-lesch-andreas-rebers.html Buy tickets Lectures & Readings © Sabine Rentzsch Lectures & Readings 22/10/2026 Opera with a Twist – Der fliegende Holländer Lectures & Readings 22/10/2026 A musical journey through opera by and starring Richard Vardigans. Accompanied only by the piano, Richard Vardigans performs and narrates a story of damnation, the struggle against fate, and redemption through love. (in German) Read more Location Kulturhaus Spandau Mauerstraße 6 13597 Berlin Time 18:00 pm https://kulturhaus-spandau.de/ev_event/oper-mal-anders/ Buy tickets Lectures & Readings © visitBerlin Lectures & Readings 23/10/2026 + 9 additional dates Family morning Lectures & Readings 23/10/2026 + 9 additional dates During the Berlin Christmas vacations, children and their families have the opportunity to take a look behind the scenes of the Staatsballett Berlin. They can learn more about ballet from our dance pedagogues, try out dance steps themselves, and then get a… Read more Children Location Staatsballett Berlin Richard-Wagner-Straße 10 10585 Berlin Time 09:30 am https://www.staatsballett-berlin.de/spielplan/stueck-detail/stid/familienvormittag/122.html#a_812 Lectures & Readings © Samson Völk / Kiezpoeten Lectures & Readings 23/10/2026 + 1 additional date German Poetry Slam Grand Prix: Semi-final 1 + 2 Lectures & Readings 23/10/2026 + 1 additional date This is the championship of championships. At the Grand Prix Poetry Slam: Germany, the respective state champions from all German states take to the stage – all of whom have already triumphed in their home states. Now they meet in Berlin for the final national… Read more On Tour Location Pfefferberg - Theater Schönhauser Allee 176 10119 Berlin Time 19:30 pm https://kiezpoeten.com/ Buy tickets Lectures & Readings © Ahoj! Souvenirmanufaktur Lectures & Readings 24/10/2026 RICARDA HOFMANN Lectures & Readings 24/10/2026 As a lesbian woman in her early to mid to late thirties, Ricarda examines her own life and asks herself questions like: Does my therapist now have enough material to blackmail me permanently? Read more On Tour Location Prachtwerk Ganghoferstraße 2 12043 Berlin Time 20:00 pm Lectures & Readings © Promo Lectures & Readings 26/10/2026 Holiday course: I dance the way I want Lectures & Readings 26/10/2026 Feel your own body, test its possibilities, perform movements together and work out creatively: Dance therapist BTD and pedagogue Bettina Thiel and our dance pedagogue Stefan Witzel invite children and young people between 5 and 17 years with the clinical… Read more Children Location Staatsballett Berlin Richard-Wagner-Straße 10 10585 Berlin Time 09:45 am https://www.staatsballett-berlin.de/spielplan/stueck-detail/stid/ferienkurs/112.html#a_987 Lectures & Readings © Thomas Koy Lectures & Readings 26/10/2026 Juli Zeh presents her new novel ‟Pony Showˮ (In German Language) Lectures & Readings 26/10/2026 Exclusive reading with Juli Zeh: The multi-award-winning bestselling author, lawyer, and constitutional judge presents her new novel, *Pony Show*, in Berlin. Read more Literature Location Philharmonie, Großer Saal Herbert-von-Karajan-Straße 1 10785 Berlin Time 20:00 pm https://www.berliner-philharmoniker.de/konzerte/kalender/57281 Buy tickets
Gaze up at the starry sky during the talks at the planetarium. Or listen to well-known authors as they read from their books, bringing them to life. You’ll find a wide range of talks on a variety of topics at the Urania, for example.
Lectures & Readings © Promo Lectures & Readings 14/10/2026 Lutz Seiler: Das tickende Herz Lectures & Readings 14/10/2026 Lutz Seiler reads from his new novel *Das tickende Herz* (in German). Read more Location Pfefferberg Theater Schönhauser Allee 176 10119 Berlin Time 20:00 pm http://literatur-live-berlin.de/
Lectures & Readings © visitBerlin Lectures & Readings 15/10/2026 The painter Carl Begas Lectures & Readings 15/10/2026 The painter Carl Begas, the Mendelssohn family, and Berlin’s musical life during the Vormärz period: A lecture by Wolfgang Cortjaens, Head of the Collection of Applied Arts and Graphic Arts at the German Historical Museum. Read more History Jewish Berlin Location Mendelssohn-Remise Jägerstraße 51 10117 Berlin Time 19:00 pm https://www.mendelssohn-gesellschaft.de/gesellschaft/veranstaltungen
Lectures & Readings © Bernhard Spöttel Lectures & Readings 15/10/2026 Constantin Schreiber: Die Kraft des Islam Lectures & Readings 15/10/2026 In the coming years, Islam will surpass Christianity as the world’s largest religion. It is creating new communities and offering a sense of belonging and transcendence—values that are becoming increasingly important in a fragile world. Constantin Schreiber… Read more Politics & Society Location Pfefferberg Theater Schönhauser Allee 176 10119 Berlin Time 20:00 pm http://literatur-live-berlin.de/ Buy tickets
Lectures & Readings © Foto Tom Wagner_Grafik Kulturmanagement Hamburg. Lectures & Readings 17/10/2026 Das Gespenst von Canterville Lectures & Readings 17/10/2026 A concert reading of Oscar Wilde’s works (in German) featuring Matthias Matschke and Stefan Weinzierl at the Komödie am Kurfürstendamm in the Ernst-Reuter-Saal. Read more Literature Location Ernst-Reuter-Saal im Rathaus Reinickendorf Eichborndamm 213 13439 Berlin Time 19:30 pm https://www.komoedie-berlin.de/produktionen/das-gespenst-von-canterville.html Buy tickets
Lectures & Readings © Julia Schwendner Lectures & Readings 18/10/2026 Ella Carina Werner: Menopause Turbosause Lectures & Readings 18/10/2026 Ella Carina Werneris one of Germany’s most accomplished and witty satirists. She is reading from her new book, *Menopause Turbosause* (in German). Read more Location ufaFabrik - Varieté Salon Viktoriastr. 10-18 12105 Berlin Time 19:00 pm https://ufafabrik.de/veranstaltung/39991/ella-carina-werner Buy tickets
Lectures & Readings © Lauscherlounge Lectures & Readings 18/10/2026 Live Radio Drama „Schöneberger Allerlei – Fall 4": A Berlin Crime Comedy Lectures & Readings 18/10/2026 What happened to Gloria Dellaneuve? The fourth case for the Schöneberg Kiosk Detective Agency – Sascha Unnasch’s popular live radio drama series “Schöneberger Allerlei” returns to the ufaFabrik. Read more Location ufaFabrik - Theatersaal Viktoriastr. 10-18 12105 Berlin Time 19:00 pm https://ufafabrik.de/veranstaltung/39888/live-hoerspiel-schoeneberger-allerlei-fall-4 Buy tickets
Lectures & Readings © Michael Ihle Lectures & Readings 18/10/2026 Wladimir Kaminer: Müttertage - Geschichten von den Heldinnen des Alltags Lectures & Readings 18/10/2026 Bestselling author Wladimir Kaminer reads from his latest book. (in German) Read more Location BKA – Berliner Kabarett Anstalt Mehringdamm 34 10961 Berlin Time 19:00 pm Buy tickets
Lectures & Readings © visitBerlin Lectures & Readings 19/10/2026 + 1 additional date Holiday camp: varieties of dance Lectures & Readings 19/10/2026 + 1 additional date In this five-day holiday camp, children and young people between the ages of 12 and 16, who already have prior knowledge of ballet, learn about the varieties of dance. The morning is reserved for classical dance, starting with training and rehearsal of a… Read more Teenager Location Staatsoper Unter den Linden Unter den Linden 7 10117 Berlin Time 09:30 am https://www.staatsballett-berlin.de/spielplan/stueck-detail/stid/feriencamp/161.html#a_809
Lectures & Readings © visitberlin, Foto: Philip Koschel Lectures & Readings 19/10/2026 From Litzmannplatz to Litzmanndamm: Nazi street names at central locations in Köpenick and Berlin Lectures & Readings 19/10/2026 A lecture by historian and curator Thomas Irmer, accompanying the exhibition "Rename?! Street Names in Treptow and Köpenick" at the Köpenick Museum. Read more Free of charge History of National Socialism Location Museum Köpenick Alter Markt 1 12555 Berlin Time 19:00 pm https://www.berlin.de/museum-treptow-koepenick/ausstellungen/artikel.1665807.php
Lectures & Readings © Nicole Tie Lectures & Readings 19/10/2026 Nina Grimm: A lioness doesn't have to be able to chirp Lectures & Readings 19/10/2026 Everyone is talking about needs-based parenting—but many parents reach their limits in everyday life. Family psychologist Nina Grimm encourages parents to tailor this parenting approach to their individual needs. Read more Literature Location Pfefferberg Theater Schönhauser Allee 176 10119 Berlin Time 20:00 pm https://literatur-live-berlin.de/portfolio-item/nina-grimm/ Buy tickets
Lectures & Readings © Mathias Voelzke Lectures & Readings 20/10/2026 + 5 additional dates Sabar Workshops 2026 Lectures & Readings 20/10/2026 + 5 additional dates Following the well-attended Sabar workshops in 2024, Haus der Kulturen der Welt (HKW) continues the drum and dance workshop series Sabar, Polyrhythm, and the Politics of Body Movement led by Nago Guèye Koité & SAF SAP. Read more Free of charge International Location Haus der Kulturen der Welt John-Foster-Dulles-Allee 10 10557 Berlin Time 19:00 pm – 21:00 pm https://www.hkw.de/programme/sabar-polyrhythm-and-the-politics-of-body-movement/sabar-workshops-2026 Buy tickets
Lectures & Readings © Luise Blumstengel Lectures & Readings 20/10/2026 Clara Lösel Lectures & Readings 20/10/2026 Following the announcement of her second book, *Ich dachte, sowas fühl nur ich* (Rowohlt Publishing) and the successful start of advance ticket sales for the new live tour of the same name in 2027, SPIEGEL bestselling author Clara Lösel is already following up… Read more Location Urania - Humboldtsaal An der Urania 17 10787 Berlin Time 20:00 pm – 22:00 pm https://www.eventim.de/event/clara-loesel-ich-dachte-sowas-fuehl-nur-ich-die-previewshows-zum-neuen-buch-urania-21656634/?affiliate=VB1 Buy tickets
Lectures & Readings © Max Moorconfilmlab.de Sebastian Schramm 2024; Katty SaliéMario Föllmer; Miriam SteinPascal Buenning Lectures & Readings 20/10/2026 Max Moor and Katty Salié in Conversation: Sisters. Despite Everything Lectures & Readings 20/10/2026 The audiobook *Sisters: Despite Everything*, read by Miriam Stein and Max Moor, is being presented. (in German) Read more Location Pfefferberg Theater Schönhauser Allee 176 10119 Berlin Time 20:00 pm http://literatur-live-berlin.de/ Buy tickets
Panel discussion © Eno de Wit Panel discussion 20/10/2026 SOPHIA FRITZ & DANIEL SCHREIBER Panel discussion 20/10/2026 Men: Victims of Patriarchy? Bestselling authors Sophia Fritz and Daniel Schreiber explore this question at the book launch for *Der Mann, das Opfer*. Join us to discuss and celebrate the launch with us and the authors at Heimathafen Neukölln. Read more Literature Politics & Society Location Heimathafen Neukölln Karl-Marx-Straße 141 12043 Berlin Time 20:00 pm https://heimathafen-neukoelln.de/events/sophia-fritz-daniel-schreiber/ Buy tickets
Lectures & Readings © Rainer Bock: Pascal Bünning / Harald Lesch: Harald Lesch / Andreas Rebers: Susie Knol Lectures & Readings 21/10/2026 Rainer Bock, Harald Lesch & Andreas Rebers lesen Hüsch Lectures & Readings 21/10/2026 Hanns Dieter Hüsch: a legend, a literary philosopher, and an inspiration and role model for both admirers and practitioners of rhythmic subtlety. Read more Location TIPI AM KANZLERAMT Große Querallee 10557 Berlin Time 20:00 pm https://www.tipi-am-kanzleramt.de/de/programm/programmuebersicht/rainer-bock-harald-lesch-andreas-rebers.html Buy tickets
Lectures & Readings © Sabine Rentzsch Lectures & Readings 22/10/2026 Opera with a Twist – Der fliegende Holländer Lectures & Readings 22/10/2026 A musical journey through opera by and starring Richard Vardigans. Accompanied only by the piano, Richard Vardigans performs and narrates a story of damnation, the struggle against fate, and redemption through love. (in German) Read more Location Kulturhaus Spandau Mauerstraße 6 13597 Berlin Time 18:00 pm https://kulturhaus-spandau.de/ev_event/oper-mal-anders/ Buy tickets
Lectures & Readings © visitBerlin Lectures & Readings 23/10/2026 + 9 additional dates Family morning Lectures & Readings 23/10/2026 + 9 additional dates During the Berlin Christmas vacations, children and their families have the opportunity to take a look behind the scenes of the Staatsballett Berlin. They can learn more about ballet from our dance pedagogues, try out dance steps themselves, and then get a… Read more Children Location Staatsballett Berlin Richard-Wagner-Straße 10 10585 Berlin Time 09:30 am https://www.staatsballett-berlin.de/spielplan/stueck-detail/stid/familienvormittag/122.html#a_812
Lectures & Readings © Samson Völk / Kiezpoeten Lectures & Readings 23/10/2026 + 1 additional date German Poetry Slam Grand Prix: Semi-final 1 + 2 Lectures & Readings 23/10/2026 + 1 additional date This is the championship of championships. At the Grand Prix Poetry Slam: Germany, the respective state champions from all German states take to the stage – all of whom have already triumphed in their home states. Now they meet in Berlin for the final national… Read more On Tour Location Pfefferberg - Theater Schönhauser Allee 176 10119 Berlin Time 19:30 pm https://kiezpoeten.com/ Buy tickets
Lectures & Readings © Ahoj! Souvenirmanufaktur Lectures & Readings 24/10/2026 RICARDA HOFMANN Lectures & Readings 24/10/2026 As a lesbian woman in her early to mid to late thirties, Ricarda examines her own life and asks herself questions like: Does my therapist now have enough material to blackmail me permanently? Read more On Tour Location Prachtwerk Ganghoferstraße 2 12043 Berlin Time 20:00 pm
Lectures & Readings © Promo Lectures & Readings 26/10/2026 Holiday course: I dance the way I want Lectures & Readings 26/10/2026 Feel your own body, test its possibilities, perform movements together and work out creatively: Dance therapist BTD and pedagogue Bettina Thiel and our dance pedagogue Stefan Witzel invite children and young people between 5 and 17 years with the clinical… Read more Children Location Staatsballett Berlin Richard-Wagner-Straße 10 10585 Berlin Time 09:45 am https://www.staatsballett-berlin.de/spielplan/stueck-detail/stid/ferienkurs/112.html#a_987
Lectures & Readings © Thomas Koy Lectures & Readings 26/10/2026 Juli Zeh presents her new novel ‟Pony Showˮ (In German Language) Lectures & Readings 26/10/2026 Exclusive reading with Juli Zeh: The multi-award-winning bestselling author, lawyer, and constitutional judge presents her new novel, *Pony Show*, in Berlin. Read more Literature Location Philharmonie, Großer Saal Herbert-von-Karajan-Straße 1 10785 Berlin Time 20:00 pm https://www.berliner-philharmoniker.de/konzerte/kalender/57281 Buy tickets
