Actress Anna Friedmann Charged with Harming a Fellow Actor

Alma Drama Erupts in Court: Anna Friedmann Faces Assault Allegations

In a shocking turn of events, the troubled production of "Alma" at the South Bahnhotel am Semmering in 2023 finds itself back in the headlines. This time, it's not star Paulus Manker causing a stir, but his co-star, Anna Friedmann.

Sensational Charges

Tuesday at the District Court Neunkirchen saw Anna Friedmann center stage, accused of multiple physical assaults during a performance on August 4, 2023. The allegations include intentional burning with a torch, forced undressing, andbiting on the buttocks. The prosecution in Wiener Neustadt has labeled this as assault, sexual harassment, and public indecency.

The bitten actor did not wish to testify in the presence of Friedmann on Tuesday. His lawyer requested that she leave the courtroom during his testimony, stating that he required full concentration to recount the turbulent August 4, 2023, a day Marked by police deployment, tense rehearsals, and an imminent eviction.

Heated Scenes

In his emotional testimony, the actor recounted an incident where Friedmann appeared late for a scene and did not respond to her cue. He claimed to have pulled another colleague's skirt to draw attention, leading to accusations of wrongdoing by Friedmann and a physical altercation involving multiple facial strikes.

A heated argument followed, resulting in Friedmann reportedly undressing the actor and biting him on the buttocks. The alleged victim claimed these bites were not part of the performance, but an unplanned escalation. However, Friedmann argued that they were meant to reflect the emotion of the scene.

A Web of Suspicion

Friedmann expressed concern about the timing of the allegations, suggesting they may be politically motivated or part of a larger agenda. She pointed to her previous settlement with Paulus Manker in a civil lawsuit and hinted at a possible role he may be playing in the current case.

She also shared that there had never been any complaints from the colleague about alleged transgressions, despite discussions throughout the production about the nature of the portrayal. Friedmann claimed a brief affair with the colleague, which she ended, but they remained friendly.

Injuries and Alibis

Friedmann explained the burn on her face as an accidental torch mishap during rehearsals. She claimed that her colleague had tried to set her hair on fire with a torch, leading to their argument. However, no witness reported seeing him strike her in the face.

After the performance, they were able to resolve their differences, Friedmann stated.

Paulus Manker did not testify as a witness on Tuesday. The trial has been adjourned until July 9.

As the tale of "Alma" continues to unfold, the courtroom drama promises to be as captivating as the play itself.

The actress, Anna Friedmann, was accused of multiple physical assaults, including intentional burning with a torch, forced undressing, and biting on the buttocks, during a performance at the District Court Neunkirchen.
The strong accusations against Friedmann include assault, sexual harassment, and public indecency, as per the prosecution in Wiener Neustadt.
Celebrities from the entertainment industry and general-news outlets have been following the sensational trial closely, as it mirrors the intense nature of the play, "Alma."
In a twist of events, the bitten actor did not wish to testify in the presence of Friedmann, citing a manker of concentration due to the general-news regarding the crime-and-justice aspects of the case.
Anna Friedmann faces eviction from the entertainment industry, as the trial continues to unravel a web of suspicion and allegations, potentially impacting her career and reputation.