When does the event start?

The reading and lecture begin on June 15, 2026, at 19:00.

Where does the evening take place?

At the Universum Film Theater, Neue Straße 8, 38100 Braunschweig.

How much is the admission?

The admission costs 8.00 euros.

Is there an audience discussion?

Yes, a discussion with the audience is scheduled after the lecture.

Who is the author of the evening?

Gerhard Hanloser, sociologist, historian, and Germanist, reads from his book published in 2026.

Is the venue accessible?

The cinema refers to an accessibility statement and offers contact options via phone, email, and in person. Details about individual barriers are provided on the website.

Gerhard Hanloser brings a controversial debate evening to Braunschweig Cinema

Name: Gerhard Hanloser: „Left Anti-Semitism“ - Critique of a Battleground Term. Reading / Lecture.
Start: 2026-06-15T21:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-06-15T23:00:00+02:00
Location: Universum Filmtheater

A Controversial Evening about Language, Power, and Political Interpretative Struggles

At the Universum Film Theater in Braunschweig, literary reflection meets political contemporary analysis: Gerhard Hanloser reads and speaks from his book „Left Anti-Semitism“, published in 2026 by Mandelbaum Verlag, and invites the audience for a discussion afterwards. The evening combines reading, lecture, and debate into a concentrated literary-intellectual experience. ([braunschweig.die-region.de](https://braunschweig.die-region.de/veranstaltungen-detailseite/event/101272541/gerhard-hanloser-linker-antisemitismus-zur-kritik-eines-kampfbegriffs-lesung-vortrag/))

A Topic that Shapes Public Discourse

Hanloser's text addresses a term that has been negotiated more sharply, loudly, and politically since October 7. The event promises not to offer a pleasing read, but a precise look at arguments, attributions, and the language of conflict. The power of this author encounter lies precisely in this: literature becomes an instrument of critique. ([braunschweig.die-region.de](https://braunschweig.die-region.de/veranstaltungen-detailseite/event/101272541/gerhard-hanloser-linker-antisemitismus-zur-kritik-eines-kampfbegriffs-lesung-vortrag/))

The Author and His Literary Profile

Gerhard Hanloser works as a sociologist, historian, and Germanist in Berlin; the thematic focus of his journalistic work lies in the history of the left and in the anti-Semitism discourse. The Mandelbaum Verlag lists the book as a March-2026 title with 214 pages, paperback, and a price of 18 euros; specialized reviews place the volume in the controversial debate surrounding anti-Semitism, anti-Zionism, and leftist self-criticism. ([braunschweig.die-region.de](https://braunschweig.die-region.de/veranstaltungen-detailseite/event/101272541/gerhard-hanloser-linker-antisemitismus-zur-kritik-eines-kampfbegriffs-lesung-vortrag/))

Reading Atmosphere at the Universum Film Theater

The Universum Film Theater is one of the culturally significant venues in Braunschweig. The venue is located at Neue Straße 8, opposite the Konrad-Koch-Quartier, and is described as the only program cinema in the city. The venue also refers to a partially barrier-free website and provides telephone and personal contact options. ([universum-filmtheater.de](https://www.universum-filmtheater.de/kino-info/preise-oeffnungszeiten-anfahrt))

What Visitors Can Expect

The program features a reading / lecture followed by a discussion round, a format for all those who appreciate literary quality, political analysis, and a lively audience discussion. The event starts on June 15, 2026, at 19:00 and is expected to end around 21:00. Admission costs 8.00 euros. ([braunschweig.die-region.de](https://braunschweig.die-region.de/veranstaltungen-detailseite/event/101272541/gerhard-hanloser-linker-antisemitismus-zur-kritik-eines-kampfbegriffs-lesung-vortrag/))

Those interested in political literature, contemporary essays, and the dispute over terms will experience an evening of analytical sharpness and public relevance. A visit is worthwhile for everyone who understands debate not just as a catchphrase, but as an intellectual challenge. ([braunschweig.die-region.de](https://braunschweig.die-region.de/veranstaltungen-detailseite/event/101272541/gerhard-hanloser-linker-antisemitismus-zur-kritik-eines-kampfbegriffs-lesung-vortrag/))

Official Channels of Gerhard Hanloser:

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Publisher: https://www.mandelbaum.at/buecher/gerhard-hanloser/linker-antisemitismus/