WHO AM I?

Being born in a small town in Estonia, I entered the theater field almost by accident when I joined a theater studio in Tallinn in the late ’90s. These were my final years of high school, a time when young people typically make their first professional choices. Theater classes had a profound influence on me, and after graduating from high school in Tallinn, I successfully passed the entrance exams for the Theater Academy in Saint Petersburg in 2001.

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After graduating in 2006, I worked simultaneously as both an actress and a director. Following the birth of my daughter in 2013, I shifted my focus primarily to directing and teaching.

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In 2020, I returned with my family to Tallinn, my hometown, where I staged a performance at the same theater where I took my first steps. I see this as a beautifully symbolic full-circle moment in my life.

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My interest in understanding the workings of the human psyche has led me to pursue a new field of study. I am now training to become a psychotherapist, specializing in the Gestalt approach, and I am exploring ways to integrate theater practice with psychology.

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I am passionate about creating both classic dramatic productions and modern hybrid formats, constantly seeking innovative ways to approach art.

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In dramatic theater, one of the most important components for me is the opportunity to delve into the philosophical underpinnings and archetypal structure of a story. Additionally, physical expression is a significant area of personal interest in any performance.

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I am always drawn to uncovering the contrasts, shadows, and non-social aspects of a character or theme in order to “reclaim” these repressed elements of the psyche.