When does the event start?

The event starts on 31.05.2026 at 18:00.

Where is the evening taking place?

At the Schauspielhaus Bad Godesberg in Bonn, Am Michaelshof 9.

What is the ticket price?

The available price is 11.40 Euros per ticket.

Is the venue accessible?

Yes, the Schauspielhaus is accessible and offers wheelchair spaces as well as assistance from the evening staff.

Are there any hints for getting there and parking?

Yes, it is recommended to park at Q-Park Fronhofer Galeria with a discounted rate for visitors of the Schauspielhaus.

Jan Philipp Reemtsma opens an evening about reconciliation, conflict, and attitude in Bonn

Name: Reconciliation – A Utopia? with Jan Philipp Reemtsma
Start: 2026-05-31T20:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-05-31T20:00:00+02:00
Location: Schauspielhaus Bad Godesberg

An evening about irreconcilability, memory, and the power of argument

At the Schauspielhaus Bonn, a highly relevant topic meets the calm of focused listening: Jan Philipp Reemtsma speaks as part of Reconciliation – a Utopia? about the right to irreconcilability. The format combines art and science, stage and debate, intellect and the present. Those who attend this evening will experience not an ordinary theater event, but a stage experience that deals with political questions with cultural depth.

A conversation format with dramatic tension

The series carries the question of reconciliation not as an abstract catchphrase, but as an open drama of our time. At its core is the tension between reconciliation and the refusal to simply smooth over injustice. Jan Philipp Reemtsma brings the perspective of a renowned literary and social scientist, whose works and public statements often revolve around violence, morality, and social conflicts.

Theater atmosphere at Schauspielhaus Bonn

The Schauspielhaus Bad Godesberg provides the right setting for such formats: a place of concentration, acoustic proximity, and clear sightlines. The theater atmosphere here lives less from the big effect and more from the intensity of thought. Especially in a foyer or theater setting, a conversation about reconciliation unfolds its full effect, as every word resonates and each audience reaction becomes part of the evening.

Dramaturgy of an evening with attitude

The series Reconciliation – a Utopia? is a collaboration between the Theater Bonn and the Bonn Center for Reconciliation Research at the University of Bonn, demonstrating how productive the encounter between stage and science can be. Dramaturgically, this results in an evening that relies not on action but on guiding thoughts. This is exactly where its strength lies: directing in a broader sense here means organizing discourses, enduring friction, and not simplifying complexity.

Why this event deserves attention

Jan Philipp Reemtsma stands for precise, often uncomfortable language about violence, punishment, and social responsibility. Those who experience him in Bonn will encounter a speaker who does not soothe questions, but sharpens them. This makes the event a special cultural moment for anyone who understands theater not just as a performance but as a space for thought.

Conclusion: This evening promises no easy answers, but intense reflection on reconciliation, irreconcilability, and the limits of dialogue. Those who engage with this event will experience a demanding cultural evening with depth, relevance, and great contemporaneity. Be there live and experience the discussion at Schauspielhaus Bonn yourself.