Issued by Deutsche Bundespost in 1976, this 30 Pfennig stamp honors Caroline Neuber (1697–1760), a pioneering German actress and theater reformer often hailed as the “Mother of German Theatre.” The design portrays Neuber in the role of Medea, reflecting her efforts to elevate stage performance from folk comedy to refined drama. With rich pastel tones and theatrical drapery in the background, the artwork beautifully captures the elegance and artistry of 18th-century German theater. This issue forms part of Germany’s series celebrating cultural luminaries.