
Being Lou Andreas-Salomé
Lutz Kessler's play at Junges Theater Göttingen traces the life of Lou Andreas-Salomé - philosopher, writer, and psychoanalytic pioneer who refused to live by society's rules.
Göttingen, Germany
Junges Theater Göttingen is one of Germany's oldest independent youth theatres, founded in 1957. It stages productions for children, young people and adults alike, ranging from fairy tales and classics to contemporary drama. The house on Hospitalstraße is also a venue for guest performances and cultural events throughout the year.
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Lutz Kessler's play at Junges Theater Göttingen traces the life of Lou Andreas-Salomé - philosopher, writer, and psychoanalytic pioneer who refused to live by society's rules.

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