When does the event take place?

The staged reading will take place on 29.09.2026 at 20:15 at ThOP in Göttingen.

How much is the admission?

The regular admission is 9 euros. Reduced admission costs 5 euros, and entry is free with a culture ticket.

Where exactly is the venue?

The venue is ThOP - Theater im OP, Käte-Hamburger-Weg 3, 37073 Göttingen.

Is the theater hall accessible for disabled persons?

Unfortunately, the theater hall is not accessible for disabled persons. There are almost always some steps to overcome.

Is there a special form of performance?

Yes, it is a staged reading, meaning it is a combination of acting, text, and atmospheric stage design.

What is the content about?

At the center is the Lafayette family, who encounters burdensome secrets and open conflicts after the father’s death in the deceased’s house.

Branden Jacobs-Jenkins ignites a family drama full of linguistic power and abysses in Göttingen

Name: Appropriate (What is Proper)
Start: 2026-09-29T22:15:00+02:00
End: 2026-09-30T00:30:00+02:00
Location: ThOP – Theater im OP

When family secrets take the stage: Branden Jacobs-Jenkins in Göttingen

With Appropriate (What is Proper), the Theater im OP in Göttingen presents a staged reading that goes far beyond simple recitation. On 29.09.2026 at 20:15, an evening unfolds between linguistic art, family tension, and the question of how much past can actually fit into a present.

An evening between reading, drama, and psychological sharpness

Branden Jacobs-Jenkins is among the most distinctive voices in contemporary US theater. His play Appropriate combines family drama, cultural discourse, and sharp dialogues into a narrative that focuses on identity, guilt, and atonement. In Göttingen, it becomes a literary experience with theatrical intensity.

A reading atmosphere full of tension

At ThOP, acting and reading merge into a dense evening that is more radio play than mere text presentation and at the same time more theater than classical reading. The Lafayette siblings encounter an inheritance in their deceased father's house that is burdened not only materially but also morally. This creates a reading atmosphere where every sentence carries weight.

A material for the cultural present

The Broadway revival of 2024 was awarded several Tony Awards and Drama Desk Awards. This underscores the literary quality and international relevance of the material. Jacobs-Jenkins works with a keen eye on family structures, historical burdens, and societal blind spots. For this reason, this evening in Göttingen feels current, intelligent, and uncomfortably relevant.

A venue with special proximity to theater

The Theater im OP is a mainstay of the Göttingen cultural scene and is known for its unique, intimate venue. The house is located at the University of Göttingen and provides a framework where language, closeness, and presence are immediately palpable. For the audience, this creates a concentrated literary experience with a clear handwriting.

Conclusion: A literary evening that resonates

Anyone interested in modern drama, staged readings, and demanding contemporary pieces will experience an evening full of friction, insight, and emotional depth with Appropriate (What is Proper). This event is for anyone who loves theater as a space for thought. Experience it live now and take the tension of this author encounter with you in Göttingen.