Acting
Petra Kleinert
Petra Kleinert began her professional journey as a trained ceramic specialist after completing her schooling. She pursued her passion for the performing arts by attending the "Hans Otto" Theatre School in Leipzig from 1987 to 1990. Following her studies, she gained practical experience through a two-year internship at the "Neues Theater" in Halle, which laid the foundation for her acting career. From 1991 to 1993, she was engaged at the Brandenburger Theater, where she honed her craft.
Kleinert rose to prominence in the realm of television crime dramas starting in 1993, captivating audiences with her performances. She is particularly known for her role as Eva Kowalski in several episodes of the series "Sperling," as well as appearances in high-profile shows like "Polizeiruf 110," "Ein Fall für zwei," and "Tatort." Additionally, she showcased her versatility in the series "Unser Lehrer Doktor Specht."
From 1999 to 2003, Kleinert portrayed Ellen Ludwig in the RTL series "Doppelter Einsatz," where she shared the screen with Despina Pajanou. Since 2008, she has delighted viewers with her comedic portrayal of the inquisitive police officer's wife, Heike Schäffer, in "Mord mit Aussicht." More recently, since 2013, she has taken on the role of the morality police officer Dagmar Schnee in the ZDF series "SOKO Leipzig," further solidifying her status as a prominent figure in German television.
Filmography