When does the event take place?

On June 15, 2026, from 19:00 to 21:00.

Where is the reading?

At the Universum Film Theater in Neuen Straße 8, 38100 Braunschweig.

What is the cost of admission?

The ticket price is 8.00 Euros.

Is there an audience discussion?

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

Is the event indoors?

Yes, the reading takes place in the Universum Film Theater, and thus in an indoor space.

Is there information on accessibility and directions?

The Universum Film Theater publishes information on accessibility and directions on its website.

Gerhard Hanloser brings a contentious reading about antisemitism to Braunschweig at the Universum Film Theater

Name: Gerhard Hanloser: Left Antisemitism - On the Critique of a Fighting Term. Reading / Lecture.
Start: 2026-06-15T21:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-06-15T23:00:00+02:00
Location: Universum Filmtheater

An Evening Between Literary Analysis and Political Debate at the Universum Film Theater

On June 15, 2026, a controversial voice in contemporary debate comes to the Universum Film Theater Braunschweig with Gerhard Hanloser. The reading and lecture from Left Antisemitism - On the Critique of a Fighting Term combine scientific sharpness with the immediate space of author interaction. The audience experiences a literary event that does not rely on effects but on argument, language, and intellectual precision.

A Program for Aware Readers

Hanloser works as a sociologist, historian, and Germanist; his perspective combines political theory with cultural criticism experience. The evening at the Universum program cinema thus opens a space where reading and lecture interact. The central question is how a contested term is used, sharpened, and instrumentalized in public discourse. This is precisely where the literary quality of this format lies: It is not just a mere book presentation but a concentrated engagement with language, interpretation, and historical responsibility.

The Book as an Intervention in the Discourse

The volume, published by Mandelbaum in March 2026, builds on Hanloser's long-term engagement with leftist theory, antisemitism, and the fault lines of the political left. Anyone interested in political non-fiction, cultural-historical analysis, and pointed argumentation will find a reading with substance here. The lecture promises no comfortable certainties but a precise look at terms, conflicts, and narratives that shape public discourse.

Reading Atmosphere at the Universum Film Theater

The Universum Film Theater, as the only program cinema in Braunschweig, is a place for cultural attention and focused listening. Two halls, a demanding program, and the proximity to the audience create an intimate atmosphere where the art of language and critical thinking particularly intensify. For a literary event, this is the ideal setting: calm, urban, attentive, and close to the present.

Why Attending is Worthwhile

This evening is aimed at people who understand literature not just as an aesthetic form but also as an intellectual tool. Hanloser's reading offers orientation in a highly charged debate and at the same time invites audience discussion. Those who appreciate political literature, readings with depth, and a serious author encounter should not miss this date.

Conclusion: On June 15, 2026, visitors to the Universum Film Theater can expect a concentrated evening of reading, lecture, and discussion. Those who want to experience political literature live will find here a smart, contentious, and culturally relevant event.