Margarete Schön, a remarkably gifted German actress, embarked on her theatrical journey in the year 1912, marking the beginning of a long and illustrious career that would span an impressive seven decades. During this extensive period, a substantial portion of her professional life was dedicated to performing at the renowned Deutschen Theater in Hannover, where she showcased her remarkable talent from 1915 to 1918. Following her stint at the Deutschen Theater, Schön continued to hone her craft at the esteemed Staatstheater in Berlin, a prestigious institution where she remained a prominent figure from 1918 to 1945.
The remarkable career of Schön, whose talents were first showcased in the silent film era, with standout performances in Fritz Lang's iconic two-part epic, Die Nibelungen: Siegfried (1924) and Die Nibelungen: Kriemhild's Revenge (1924),where she brought to life the complex and captivating character of Kriemhild.
As the industry transitioned to the incorporation of sound, Schön's roles underwent a significant transformation, gradually evolving from leading lady status to supporting roles, often typecast as mothers and wives, a departure from her earlier prominence in the spotlight.
As the tumultuous aftermath of World War II slowly gave way to a sense of stability, actress and thespian, Eva Schön, made the pivotal decision to embark on a new professional journey, securing a contractual agreement with the esteemed East German film company, Defa, in the year 1948. For the subsequent two years, Schön devoted herself to the world of cinema, honing her craft and refining her artistry within the realm of filmmaking.
However, as the siren's call of creative expression beckoned, Schön's trajectory took a dramatic turn, as she opted to swap the silver screen for the realm of radio broadcasting. With her newfound passion and dedication, she began to appear in a wide range of radio productions, including dramatic plays and informative documentaries. Moreover, her versatility and range as a performer were further showcased through her narration of specially crafted plays, designed with the unique needs and sensitivities of children in mind.
Margarete Schön's illustrious professional trajectory reached its eventual conclusion with her peaceful departure from this mortal coil, leaving behind a rich legacy of achievements, in the city of Berlin, specifically, on a date that fell within the calendar year of 1985.
