Our Story
With legendary class and integrity, Hanns Wolters represented gifted people in theater, film and television for over sixty years. Sadly, Hanns Wolters passed away in 2000, but he left the agency that bares his name in the capable hands of Oliver Mahrdt who has continued the tradition of representing amazing artists in the entertainment industry.
At Hanns Wolters International we are committed to partnering with our clients for a lifetime of exemplary work. Since 1962 we continue to represent and promote clients, discovering international opportunities, submitting work to producer contacts, negotiating contracts and licenses, seeking out new markets and audiences for each of our clients work, and to offer experienced counsel to each client in regard to their individual career choices. We continue to develop and encourage new work and new talent.
Hanns Wolters Agency was founded by Hanns Wolters and his wife Mitzi Bera in 1962 and is celebrating over 50 years in business. After the passing of the founders, the agency was handed to Oliver Mahrdt. The talent agency specializes in casting of American and Foreign talent and off-beat types for motion pictures, television and commercials, and has a voice-over department attached, specializing in all foreign languages. The Agency also represents writers, producers and directors, as well as corporations. Consulting is available for distribution, blockchain, marketing and media relations.
The Agency is bonded and licensed by the City of New York and is franchised by SAGAFTRA and ACTORS EQUITY.