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The Äußerer Burgplatz of the Hofburg in Vienna, known as Heldenplatz, is considered one of the most central squares of the Austrian capital and uniquely reflects the country’s eventful history. The dominant structure is the Neue Burg, planned and constructed during the Habsburg Monarchy. The balcony—often referred to as the “Hitler Balcony”—became a symbol of Austria’s co-responsibility for National Socialism after Adolf Hitler’s speech there announcing the Anschluss in 1938.
This seminar examines Heldenplatz as a site of memory, exploring its architectural and functional history as well as its significance in Austria’s cultural memory. In addition to historical and political aspects, the course also focuses on the literary and artistic reception of Heldenplatz, particularly Thomas Bernhard’s play Heldenplatz, which provoked an unprecedented scandal upon its premiere at the Burgtheater in 1988. Last update: Soltani Zaker, M.A. et M.A. (16.09.2025)
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By the end of the seminar, students will be able to:
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To successfully pass the course, students must complete all components and achieve at least 65 out of 100 points in total. Last update: Soltani Zaker, M.A. et M.A. (16.09.2025)
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Bernhard, Thomas (2010): Heldenplatz. Frankfurt am Main: Suhrkamp. Gottfried, Margaret (2001): Das Wiener Kaiserforum: Utopien zwischen Hofburg und MuseumsQuartier. Imperiale Träume und republikanische Wirklichkeiten von der Antike bis heute. Wien: Böhlau. Stachel, Peter (2002): Mythos Heldenplatz. Wien: Pichler Verlag. Bruckmüller, Ernst (2021): Geschichte kompakt: Österreich. Berlin: Ch. Links Verlag. Last update: Soltani Zaker, M.A. et M.A. (08.08.2025)
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Last update: Soltani Zaker, M.A. et M.A. (16.09.2025)
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