In several sessions, you will work on your graphic novel (alone or in a team). You will receive support from artists, historians and educators. At the end, you will have your finished story – and the opportunity to showcase it in an exhibition, a public presentation and a printed publication.

orking Session: ‘Jewish Life Before 1933 – Diversity and Everyday Realities’

Thursday| 04.09.2025 | 18:00 – 19:30 | KulturCentrale

The first working session provides insights into the diverse lives of Jewish citizens in Dresden before 1933. The focus is on individual biographies, social roles and cultural contributions. Based on this, ideas for graphic novels are developed: possible characters are sketched, perspectives discussed and narrative approaches collected.

Working Session: “Persecution and Exclusion – Local Dimensions’

Thursday | 11.09.2025 | 18:00 – 19:30 | KulturCentrale

Using local examples such as the ‘Judenhaus’ (Jewish house) or the Gestapo headquarters in Dresden, the concrete implementation of anti-Semitic measures is discussed. In the working phase, historical places and situations are translated into initial scenes, narrative approaches are reflected upon, and perpetrator-victim relationships are creatively realised.

Working Session: ”Places of Remembrance and Forms of Remembrance’

Thursday| 18.09.2025 | 18:00 – 19:30 | KulturCentrale

This working session highlights contemporary forms of remembrance, such as stumbling stones or the memorial room in the regional court. The examination of symbolism and impact flows directly into the artistic work. Existing scenes are revised, places of remembrance are integrated into the storylines, and feedback is gathered in groups.

Working Session: “Creative Transformation – How Do You Tell History as a Graphic Novel?’

Thursday| 25.09.2025 | 18:00 – 19:30 | KulturCentrale

The focus is on creative implementation: the basics of comic storytelling, such as panel structure, image-text ratio and character design, are taught. Participants then develop visual sketches of important scenes, try out different stylistic devices and receive feedback on their graphic designs.

Working Session: ”Parallels to the Present – Reflection and Positioning’

Thursday | 02.10.2025 | 18:00 – 19:30 | KulturCentrale

The thematic focus is on current forms of anti-Semitism, exclusion and discrimination. This reflection is integrated into the artistic work – for example, through personal statements or the development of a final scene. The aim is to finalise the content and design of the graphic novels.