Protests against Till Lindemann: Feminists demand a rethink!

Protests against Till Lindemann: Feminists demand a rethink!

An outcry is going through Dortmund as the protest group “No Shows for Perpetrators” is planning a demonstration against controversial singer Till Lindemann. On November 8, 2025, the activists want to draw attention to the allegations of sexual violence in front of the Westfalenhalle, where Lindemann will be performing with his “My World Tour” that evening. Despite the legal ambiguities and the fact that the allegations have not been confirmed in court, the wave of outrage is strong. Ruhr24 reports that ...

The group describes itself as a feminist, anti-capitalist and anti-fascist movement and plans to gather at Sonnenplatz in the Kreuzviertel at 5 p.m. The protest march will then go directly to the Westfalenhalle. The Dortmund police have confirmed the registration of the demonstration and are expecting around 200 participants. It is a sign of public awareness and the desire for change in society.

Allegations and legal basis

The allegations against Till Lindemann are complex. In recent years, several women have said they experienced abuse of power and sexual violence from him. Two women described their experiences particularly intensively: One described an incident in 2020 in a dressing room after a concert in Hanover. There was sexual contact there that she didn't want. However, this woman's lawyer advised her against filing a complaint because she had not explicitly said "no". Tagesschau explains the situation...

These cases raise fundamental questions about the effectiveness of German sexual criminal law. The “No means no” law has been in effect in Germany since 2016, which punishes even without the use of force. However, critics complain that providing evidence in such cases is often difficult, which prevents many victims from taking legal action. In addition, the question remains open as to how abuse of power should be dealt with, as this is not clearly defined in the legislation.

Dortmund is criticized

The Westfalenhalle has already made preparations for possible protests and emphasized that the decision to hold the concert rests with the organizer, Handwerker Promotion. The organizer's security concept includes access controls, emergency plans and trained staff. There is also a help offer for visitors under the motto “Where to go to Panama?” to provide support if necessary. Still, it remains to be seen how the event will go, especially given the threat of protests.

Amid these controversies, the singer himself remains adamant and denies the allegations. Lindemann even took legal action against the reporting. The Berlin public prosecutor's office stopped the investigation because no witnesses came forward, which does not reduce the public pressure on those affected.

The upcoming protests in Dortmund are not only an expression of outrage, but also a clear call to think about power structures and how to deal with sexual violence in society. The situation surrounding Till Lindemann remains tense and ensures that the topic does not disappear from public discourse. Further information about the allegations and the legal framework can be found at Protests.