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The German-Jewish writer Gabriele Tergit (1896–1982) has emerged as one of the major rediscoveries in German literature during the last decade. Having built an impressive career as one of the few female court reporters in the Weimar Republic, Tergit fled Berlin early in March 1933. After five years in Czechoslovakia and Mandate Palestine, she settled in London in 1938, spending the second half of her adult life here – first in emigrant circles in Hampstead, then in Putney. Given the forthcoming first English translation of her novel Effingers (1951), Anna Weber introduces Tergit…

As a Jewish woman in Prussia, Lina Morgenstern founded public soup kitchens, initiated more than 30 associations to support women, launched the first newspaper by women for women, and organised the first International Women’s Congress.
Gerhard J. Rekel’s new book offers insight into the drive and determination of this remarkable, yet until now little-known, pioneer.

During the interval, guests are invited to sample Lina Morgenstern’s favourite soup, included in the ticket price.

This event is supported by the Austrian Cultural Forum – Berlin.

The British-German Association warmly invites you to an evening of insight and discussion on Thursday, 25 September 2025, from 6:30 to 7:30 pm BST on Zoom. Join acclaimed film director and screenwriter Andres Veiel in conversation with journalist Kate Connolly as they delve into Veiel’s powerful documentary Riefenstahl. Andres is considered one of the most distinguished representatives of politically engaged art in Germany. In addition to his film works Andres Veiel writes and directs stage plays, i.a. at  Theater Basel, Schauspiel…