Historical City Walk: Trans* History under National Socialism – Sophiensæle | Independent Theater in Berlin
Historical City Walk: Trans* History under National Socialism
The city walk leads through Berlin Mitte and traces trans* history during the period of National Socialism. Following the biography of Käte Rogalli, it looks at the persecution and oppression that many trans* people had to endure under National Socialist rule. The walk is a small contribution to remembering all those who fell victim to National Socialist ideology—and at the same time an opportunity to explore trans* history in a special way.
In simple words
The city walk is about trans* history during the period of National Socialism. It leads through Berlin Mitte. Using the example of Käte Rogalli, you learn how trans* people were persecuted back then. In this way, the walk remembers the victims and makes trans* history come alive.
The tour addresses violence against trans* and queer people, as well as psychiatric violence and self-harm.
The nearest bus stop is "Haus der Kulturen der Welt". The route to the meeting point has no steps, but it is not paved all the way. The same applies to the rest of the tour. There are regular breaks during the tour, and there is usually somewhere to sit, such as benches. If you need a seat at all times, please get in touch with us, or bring a stool if you have one. There will be one longer stretch of walking (about 20 minutes).
A production by Sophiensæle in cooperation with Educat Kollektiv. Media partners: Missy Magazine, Siegessäule, taz.