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Ernest Allan Hausmann

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Ernest Allan Hausmann
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Ernest Allan Hausmann, born in Hamburg, began his theatre career there in 1989 at the Thalia Theater. This was followed by engagements at the Schauspielhaus Köln, Schauspiel Düsseldorf, Deutsches Schauspielhaus Hamburg, Berliner Ensemble, Deutsches Theater Berlin and the Schauspielhaus Zürich. At the Münchner Kammerspiele he took part in the production MITTELREICH, for which he was awarded the International Theatre Prize. Alongside his work in the theatre, he has appeared in various film and TV productions. Since the 2022/23 season, Ernest Allan Hausmann has been a member of the Burgtheater ensemble.


Acting is for me ...
... with seriousness, The fun and commitment of giving a living body to a fictional character, through which the audience gets the chance to recognise themselves. That means discovering oneself and entering the wonderful school of life with great enthusiasm. Surprising oneself and telling a good story...