The heart of an entire world beats in “Haus Himmelreich.” In his new novel “Lovely Rita”, Frank Goosen takes us to this loveable old corner pub where stories come and go just like the guests. Behind the bar reigns Lovely Rita, who once had very different dreams but nevertheless ended up here. She is surrounded by regulars such as the Cap’n and the Tall One, Gisela, the art tapster, Juniper Anni and Faris, the comedian, and the Countess, who has seen the whole world but sometimes feels at home in an old song. Between Herrengedeck and Frauenstammtisch, it’s all about paying and being friendly, and turning two sixes into a one in the second throw of the dice. With his usual warmth and subtle humor, Frank Goosen tells the story of a dying biotope: the corner pub, a microcosm with of its own rules, rituals, and curiosities. Frank Goosen, celebrated author and comedian from the heart of the Ruhr area, returns to Ruhrfestspiele and brings his unique perspective on his home with him.