When does Frank Goosen's reading take place?

The reading from Lovely Rita takes place on Thursday, October 29, 2026, at 8:00 PM.

Where does the event take place?

The venue is Bunker Ulmenwall, Am Ulmenwall 1, 33602 Bielefeld.

How much does a ticket cost?

The regular ticket price is 26.25 Euro including VAT and pre-sale and booking fees up to a maximum of 1.50 Euro, plus any shipping costs.

Which book is Frank Goosen presenting?

Frank Goosen reads from his new novel Lovely Rita, which tells the stories around the pub Haus Himmelreich in the Ruhr area.

Is there information about a book signing or Q&A session?

No confirmed details about a book signing or Q&A session are available.

How long does the reading last?

A definitive duration of the event is not specified.

Frank Goosen reads Lovely Rita in Bielefeld 2026

Name: Frank Goosen - Lovely Rita
Start: 2026-10-29T20:00:00+01:00
End: 2026-10-29T20:00:00+01:00
Location: Bunker Ulmenwall

Frank Goosen reads Lovely Rita at Bunker Ulmenwall

On October 29, 2026, Frank Goosen brings his new novel Lovely Rita to Bielefeld. The reading at Bunker Ulmenwall combines pointed observation, Ruhr area humor, and a literary journey into a pub whose stories extend far beyond the bar.

Three destinies, one bar, a hundred stories

At the center of Lovely Rita is the pub Haus Himmelreich, one of the last of its kind in the Ruhr area. As its end approaches, Frank Goosen unfolds the life stories of the people connected to this place. The novel assembles memories, missed opportunities, and subtle tragicomedy into a multi-voiced depiction of society.

Frank Goosen's linguistic art between novel and cabaret

Goosen's style thrives on precise dialogues, laconic humor, and a warm-hearted view of his characters. His literary quality arises from the blend of narrative accuracy and oral artistry. The genre oscillates between contemporary novel, social study, and humorous societal observation.

Frank Goosen also became known for his successful collaboration with Jochen Malmsheimer in the cabaret duo Tresenlesen. For his artistic work, he has received, among other awards, the Prix Pantheon, the Salzburger Stier, and the Literature Prize Ruhr. Novels like Liegen lernen, Sommerfest, and Spiel ab! have been widely read, adapted for film, or staged.

A reading atmosphere with Ruhr area feeling

Bunker Ulmenwall creates a focused setting for the author encounter with its unique ambiance. Goosen's voice, his precise character portrayal, and the rhythm of his prose make the reading an immediate literary experience. Between pub melancholy, everyday comedy, and cultural memory, an evening emerges that makes literature accessible and socially relevant.

Experience Lovely Rita live in Bielefeld

Literature lovers can expect an author reading with insights into Frank Goosen's new novel and the world of Haus Himmelreich. Anyone wishing to get to know Goosen's special mix of humor, regional identity, and human empathy will experience a characterful reading with a distinctive voice at Bunker Ulmenwall.