When does the event start?

The event starts on 28.05.2026 at 19:30.

Where is the reading taking place?

At the Hofbuchhandlung Vietor at Ständeplatz 17 in 34117 Kassel.

What is the admission fee?

The admission fee is €7 per person.

Is there a conversation format?

Yes, the format combines conversation and reading with Gerrit Bräutigam.

What is the content about?

The focus is on the book that has shaped the life and biography of the invited personality.

Is the event suitable for literature enthusiasts?

Yes, especially for visitors who appreciate readings, book culture, and biographical conversations.

A literary evening in Kassel: Elke Hesse talks about her influential book

Name: boox! Books and their People - with Elke Hesse
Start: 2026-05-28T21:30:00+02:00
End: 2026-05-28T23:00:00+02:00
Location: Hofbuchhandlung Vietor

An evening about books, biographies, and the power of reading

With boox! Books and their People, the Hofbuchhandlung Vietor in Kassel continues a literary series that places the personal reading experience at the center. On May 28, 2026, Elke Hesse will meet moderator Gerrit Bräutigam – for a conversation about that one book that leaves a trace on life, changes thinking, and opens memories.

A reading atmosphere that creates closeness

The format combines conversation and reading into an intimate, education-oriented cultural evening. Personalities from the region talk about their book of life, read selected passages, and explain why this particular text has been biographically significant. In return, the guest receives a book from which is presented and explained – a literary exchange that sparks curiosity and resonance alike.

Elke Hesse: Theater, music, and cultural leadership

Elke Hesse is one of the defining voices of the German-speaking theater landscape. She was born in Vienna in 1964, trained in ballet and piano, studied dance pedagogy as well as theater and music sciences, and completed a diploma in the field of musical entertainment theater. Since 2010, she has been leading the MuTh in Vienna, the concert hall of the Vienna Boys' Choir. For the 2026 season, she is again scheduled as the artistic director of the Bad Hersfeld Festival. This experience from stage, organization, and artistic management makes her appearance particularly exciting.

The Hofbuchhandlung Vietor as a literary place

The Hofbuchhandlung Vietor is one of the traditional bookstores in Kassel. Centrally located at Ständeplatz, it combines book culture, advice, and an atmosphere that invites lingering. Especially for readings, the location offers an intimate closeness between audience, voice, and text. The boox! series thus integrates into a long Kassel cultural tradition, where bookstores are not only sales areas but social meeting points and literary stages.

Why this evening is worth reading

This is not about grand gestures, but about the fine art of storytelling about books that accompany a life. Anyone interested in readings, literary conversations, and cultural biographies will experience an evening that understands literature as a spiritual home. The interplay of conversation, selected reading, and personal memory gives the format a special tension.

Conclusion: Those who appreciate literary encounters with depth will find an evening full of linguistic artistry, biographical insights, and vibrant book culture. Experience it live at the Hofbuchhandlung Vietor and discover Kassel's reading scene from its inspiring side.