Georg Maier facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Georg Maier
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Georg Maier
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| Born | 27 September 1941 |
| Died | 1 January 2021 (aged 79) |
| Nationality | German |
| Occupation | Actor Theatre Director |
Georg Maier (born September 27, 1941 – died January 1, 2021) was a talented German actor and theatre director. He was well-known for his work in Bavarian folk plays, which are special plays that tell stories about local life and traditions in Bavaria, a region in Germany.
About Georg Maier
Georg Maier was born in Grünwald, Germany. His family had a connection to an old inn in Munich. This early experience might have given him a love for storytelling and local culture.
In 1966, Georg Maier took over as the director of the Iberl-Bühne. This is a famous theatre in Munich. Under his leadership, the theatre became very popular for showing folk plays. These plays were often performed in the Bavarian language, which is a unique way of speaking in Bavaria. He helped keep these traditional stories and the special language alive through his theatre work.
Awards and Recognition
Georg Maier received several important awards for his contributions to theatre and culture. These awards showed how much his work was valued.
- Medaille München leuchtet (1996)
- Bayerischer Poetentaler (1997)
- Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany (2001)
- Ernst-Hoferichter-Preis (2002)
Film and TV Work
Besides his theatre work, Georg Maier also appeared in some films and television shows. This allowed even more people to enjoy his acting talent.
- Familie Meier (1983)
- Irgendwie und Sowieso (1986)
- Hindafing (2016)
