Reading from the book „Deutsch sein und Schwarz dazu“ (Being German and Black) with Lorena Richter
5,00 €
In this reading from „Being German and black too“ give Lorena Richter, Granddaughter of Theodor Michael Wonja, insights into the life story of an Afro-German contemporary witness. The event will be moderated by Justice Mvemba, founder of deSta – Dekoloniale Stadtführung (Decolonial City Tour). Together, they combine personal perspectives with German history and address identity, belonging, and racism – in an impressive, accessible, and topical way.
Product description
This special reading is dedicated to the moving life story of Theodor Michael Wonja, one of the most famous Afro-German contemporary witnesses, and will be presented by his granddaughter. Lorena Richter impressively presented. Based on the autobiographical work „Being German and black too“ the event offers a personal and historical perspective on the lives of Black people in Germany—from the Weimar Republic through National Socialism to the postwar years.
Lorena Richter combines selected passages from the text with her own thoughts and perspectives as a descendant, bringing history to life and making it tangible and highly relevant. The reading invites listeners to engage with questions of identity, belonging, racism, and German history, and provides space for reflection and exchange.
An impressive event for anyone interested in history, remembrance culture, and social diversity.
The reading will take place on February 20 at 7 p.m.
Duration: 1.5 hours.
The location: to be announced.
Language: German
