Dass die Musik nicht ohne Wahrheit leben kann: Theater in Berlin nach 1945 - Musiktheater. Museum Nicolaihaus, 30. November 2001 bis 1. April 2002

This book was published in 2001 by Henschel Verlag to accompany an exhibition at the Museum Nicolaihaus in Berlin, which ran from November 2001 through April 2002. It serves as a scholarly documentation of the post-1945 landscape of musical theater in Berlin, capturing a pivotal era where the city’s cultural identity was rebuilt amid the stark divisions of the Cold War. The work situates theatrical performance as a vital vehicle for cultural truth, reflecting the complexities of East and West Berlin’s artistic dialogue during the twentieth century.

Curated and edited by Lothar Schirmer, the publication focuses on the aesthetic and institutional evolution of Berlin's opera houses and musical stages. The design and editorial approach prioritize a historical cataloging of performances, set designs, and critical reception, aiming to preserve the memory of a vibrant, often fraught artistic scene. It remains a key reference for theater historians interested in the intersection of German political history and the evolution of the performing arts in the capital city.