Jena Poetry Talk: Open Reading at Villa Rosenthal
As part of the 19th Jena Poetry Talk, author Greta Maria Pichler will present her award-winning poetry debut ‘Salzwasser’ at Villa Rosenthal on Monday evening.
Literature
New Book: Literature Professor Dirk von Petersdorff Presents Biography in Jena
Jena, April 16, 2026. Jena literature professor Dirk von Petersdorff presents his latest work. Following previous publications in the field of poetry, his new book “Abschied von der Leichtigkeit” focuses on biographical themes, accompanied by a reading in the city on the Saale.
Annette Seemann presents book on Thomas Mann’s daughters at the Ernst-Abbe-Bücherei
Weimar author Annette Seemann visits Jena to present her latest work on the extraordinary lives of Erika, Monika, and Elisabeth Mann.
Reading at Schillers Gartenhaus: Dorothee Riese presents novel “Wir sind hier für die Stille”
On Wednesday, April 1, 2026, author Dorothee Riese will present her current novel at Schillers Gartenhaus in Jena as part of the series “Die Gunst des Augenblicks.”
Literary Honor: “Long Night for Günter de Bruyn” at Theaterhaus Jena
Jena honors the literary legacy of writer Günter de Bruyn with an extensive evening event at Theaterhaus Jena and a cinematic program at Kino Schillerhof.
From TV Crime to Poetry: Literary Highlights of the Week in and around Jena
Jena offers a diverse literary program this week, featuring TV star Roland Jankowsky, poetic readings in Jena-Ost, and regional fairy tales in Bürgel.
Literary Tribute: Theaterhaus Jena Invites to Long Night for Günter de Bruyn
Theaterhaus Jena honors the life and work of writer Günter de Bruyn with a ‘Long Night’ on March 14, 2026, featuring prominent guests and a preceding film screening at Schillerhof.