"Pony Show": Buchpremiere von Juli Zeh in Hamburg
Summary
Juli Zeh presents her new novel *Ponyshow* at Hamburg's Elbphilharmonie, featuring an unconventional reading with the electro-pop duo Wesen and the Saarlo string quartet. The crime thriller follows a prominent publisher accused of murdering her young lover, exploring themes of gender roles, power, and aging. Zeh discusses the book's political undertones and her writing process, while audience members praise the entertaining and multi-layered performance.
Topics discussed
Introduction: Juli Zeh's new book launch at Elbphilharmonie
The author's stage presence and performance style
Musical accompaniment and reading format details
Excerpt from the novel: The lawyer and the client
Plot summary: The crime and the trial
Themes of gender roles and political commentary
Exploring aging, power, and societal perceptions
The writing process and lack of writer's block
Author's strategy for maintaining creative freedom
Author's attitude toward reader reception
Audience reactions and final impressions
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