Thomas Wortmann

Prof. Dr. Thomas Wortmann is the Chair of Modern German Studies II at the University of Mannheim's Faculty of Philosophy. His research focuses on German literature from the 19th and 20th centuries, contemporary drama and theatre, film studies, genre theory, and gender studies.

Key Research Areas

• Literature of the 19th and 20th centuries
• Contemporary Theatre and Performance
• Gender and Cultural Studies
• Genre Theory and Media Interactions

Notable Publications

His editorial work includes critical studies on Christoph Schlingensief, Gabriele Tergit, August von Kotzebue, E.T.A. Hoffmann, and Fatih Akin's films. Recent projects explore Annette von Droste-Hülshoff's literary legacy and the intersection of tradition and innovation in German literature.

Academic Roles

• Chair of Modern German Studies II since 2018
• Organizes examination colloquia for BA candidates
• Coordinates doctoral/postdoc colloquia in German Literature and Media Studies
• Active in editorial and committee work