Josef Rauch in Fürth: Reading from The Franconian Citizens' Conspiracy

A participative crime story that turns Fürth into a crime scene of imagination

Josef Rauch presents The Franconian Citizens' Conspiracy, a crime novel that not only allows the audience to listen but also to think along. The evening culture at the Fürth City Museum combines reading, local color, and playful investigation into a literary experience filled with wit, suspense, and Franconian uniqueness. ([fuerth.de](https://www.fuerth.de/kultur-freizeit/veranstaltungen-termine/veranstaltungskalender/veranstaltungsdetails/die-frankenbuerger-verschwoerung-1900-01-10-2026-455862/?utm_source=openai))

Between secret societies and investigative fever

At the center is the Fürth cult detective Philipp Marlein, who encounters a bizarre secret society and a murderous plan. The material thrives on puzzle structure, sharpness of environment, and the allure of participation – a format that elegantly intertwines crime readings and author encounters. The audience not only examines clues but also tests its knowledge about Franconia. ([fuerth.de](https://www.fuerth.de/kultur-freizeit/veranstaltungen-termine/veranstaltungskalender/veranstaltungsdetails/die-frankenbuerger-verschwoerung-1900-01-10-2026-455862/?utm_source=openai))

Linguistic art with local flavor

Josef Rauch has been writing for the stage for years and is represented in the theater publishing world with several plays. His works aim for entertainment, clear character development, and cheerful climax; precisely from this energy, this evening draws its strength. The blend of suspense and humor fits perfectly into the atmosphere of a museum evening, one that combines literary quality and regional identity. ([wilhelm-koehler-verlag.de](https://www.wilhelm-koehler-verlag.de/autor/rauch-josef/?utm_source=openai))

The venue: Fürth City Museum as a stage for local history

The Fürth City Museum is located at Ottostraße 2, 90762 Fürth, is easily accessible, and features a barrier-free entrance, elevator, accessible restroom, and two disabled parking spaces at Ottostraße 2a, corner of Mathildenstraße. For events, there is also an induction loop. The reading atmosphere benefits from this setting, as historical rooms and contemporary literature meet directly here. ([fuerth.de](https://www.fuerth.de/service-fuerther-rathaus/aemter-von-a-bis-z/detail/stadtmuseum-fuerth-312586/?utm_source=openai))

Conclusion: An evening for crime fans, literature lovers, and Fürth experts

The Franconian Citizens' Conspiracy promises an entertaining reading evening with a participatory character, Franconian flair, and a criminal puzzle that captivates until the end. Anyone who wants to experience literature not just as a consumer but as a shared experience should attend this event live. ([fuerth.de](https://www.fuerth.de/kultur-freizeit/veranstaltungen-termine/veranstaltungskalender/veranstaltungsdetails/die-frankenbuerger-verschwoerung-1900-01-10-2026-455862/?utm_source=openai))

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• Publisher: https://www.wilhelm-koehler-verlag.de/autor/rauch-josef/

Sources:

• City of Fürth – The Franconian Citizens' Conspiracy
• Wilhelm Köhler Theater Publishing – Josef Rauch
• City of Fürth – Fürth City Museum
• City of Fürth – Evening Culture at the City Museum 2026