The opening of the exhibition “Jewish Life in New York” With works by Bettina Brökelschen on Sunday, October 18th, 2020 at 3 p.m., in the Alte Schmiede cultural center in Huckarde, it was a very nice and harmonious event that was supported by the Huckard Associations (IHV). Gerhard Hendler, Chairman of the IHV greeted the guests with a “Happy Birthday! “
Emphasized in a video message Lord Mayor Ullrich Sierau that the artist picks up topics in a special way that were previously ignored and that she builds bridges between life and us through her pictures. He named the artist’s pictures, colorful, powerful and said they were fantastic works.
Head of Cultural Affairs Jörg Stüdemann spoke the introductory words, described the work of Bettina Brökelschen as warm-hearted and full of empathy. She is an established authority in Dortmund’s cultural life and is characterized by a specific way of painting.
The actress Tirzah Haase reported about getting to know the artist for the first time and even tears flowed. It was a very emotional and touching performance that showed the connection between the two women through a common fate.
Wolfgang Polak, Board member of the Jewish Community of Dortmund, praised the artist’s attraction to Judaism and promised that the pictures would be permanently hung in a prominent place in the Jewish community.
Bettina Brökelschen thanked all helpers by giving them a picture, which the recipient could choose from among the numerous originals brought by the artist. The visitors to the exhibition were given the catalog, which was elaborately developed with great attention to detail.
The whole event was a very touching experience that got under your skin.
The exhibition can be viewed from October 18, 2020 for one month on Fridays from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. and by telephone on mobile: 01731933459.
Alte Schmiede cultural center (in the “Hansa” business park) Hülshof 32, 44369 Dortmund
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