When does the reading start and how long does it last?

Starts at 20:00, ends around 22:00. Entry from 19:00.

Is there musical accompaniment?

Yes, the reading will be accompanied live with singing and piano.

Is the venue wheelchair accessible?

The venue is wheelchair accessible according to the event listing.

Where does the reading take place?

In the Town Hall Ceremonial Hall, Old Town 315, 84028 Landshut.

Is there a book signing or Q&A?

No confirmed information is available; details to follow.

How much do tickets cost?

Tickets are available from €30.90 in advance.

Between Circus and Longing: Jutta Speidel Reads Amaryllis in the Landshut Town Hall Ceremonial Hall Touchingly Live

Name: Amaryllis – Musical Reading with Jutta Speidel
Start: 2026-02-20T21:00:00+01:00
End: 2026-02-20T23:00:00+01:00
Location: Rathausprunksaal

Between Life Questions and Sound Colors: Jutta Speidel Brings 'Amaryllis' to Landshut

An evening for fine ears and alert minds: Jutta Speidel reads from her novel 'Amaryllis' – a musical reading that combines language, voice, and music into a dense literary experience. In the reading atmosphere of the historical town hall's ceremonial hall, the journey of the artist Valerie unfolds between 1954 and 2024 – moving, cheerful, profound.

The Art of Voice: Language Art Meets Music

When a great actress reads, literature becomes stage art. Speidel modulates tones, accelerates, pauses – and gives the character Valerie a physical presence. Musical accompaniment through singing and piano opens additional resonance spaces: sound colors accentuate scene changes, intensify moods, and elevate the narrative structure.

Resonating Novel: Genre, Style, and Narrative Quality

'Amaryllis' (LangenMüller, 2024) tells of love, loss, and self-assertion in clear, elegant sentences. The novel weaves circus metaphor, coming-of-age elements, and the poetics of memory into a strong narrative movement. The character Valerie oscillates between the ring and privacy – a literary motif that examines role models and self-conceptions.

Author Encounter: Experience, Work, and Cultural Context

For decades, Jutta Speidel has shaped film, television, and stage; her social engagement with HORIZONT e.V. underscores her cultural authority. Awards such as the Federal Cross of Merit and the Bavarian Order of Merit attest to her relevance and impact. In the live situation, her timbre, timing, and sensitivity to nuances reveal a rare closeness between text, voice, and audience.

Place with Aura: The Town Hall's Ceremonial Hall

The neo-Gothic hall architecture with large round painting lends a festive shine to the reading. Acoustics and room volume support the comprehensibility of the spoken word; the intimate atmosphere promotes concentrated listening – ideal conditions for a literary premiere in the evening.

Conclusion

Expect a precisely curated reading: literary quality, charismatic voice, musical colors. An evening that creates resonance and invites further reflection. Secure your tickets in time and experience 'Amaryllis' live.