Ines Marie Westernströer Balances Theater Debut with 'Tatort' Spotlight

The actress will miss the live broadcast of her latest 'Tatort' episode as she performs in Molière's 'Tartuffe' at Vienna's Burgtheater.

Ines Marie Westernströer, known for her role as Kommissarin Pia Heinrich in Saarbrücken's 'Tatort,' will not watch the January 26 airing of her latest episode, 'Das Ende der Nacht.'
The actress is making her debut at Vienna's prestigious Burgtheater, playing Mariane in Molière's classic play 'Tartuffe,' directed by Barbara Frey.
Westernströer has been a key part of 'Tatort' for six years and is featured prominently in the upcoming episode's storyline.
She expresses equal passion for both film and theater, highlighting the unique challenges and rewards of each medium.
Beyond 'Tartuffe,' she will also perform in the award-winning production 'Johann Holtrop' during the 2024/2025 theater season.