“You are an example of excellence in Latvian culture and theatre, your name is permanently etched into the history of Latvian theatre. The power of your unique personality and talent has gifted generations of theatre-goers with emotionally vivid experiences. The roles you have portrayed are so legendary that they are still alive in the hearts and minds of the audience, as are the fairy tales recorded in your voice, carrying your warmth of heart, humour and smile,” the Certificate of Merit issued by the President of Latvia states.
Actress Anta Krūmiņa was born on 15 June 1934 in Asūne parish. She graduated from the Faculty of Theatre of the Latvian State Conservatorium in 1956. After graduation, Anta Krūmiņa started her career at the Youth Theatre and, in accumulating a broad and diverse portfolio of roles, became a beloved actress for many generations of theatre-goers. From 1956 until 1992 she worked at the Youth Theatre. Her most notable and popular roles are Winnie-the-Pooh (in “Winnie-the-Pooh), doll Malvina (in “The Adventures of Buratino”), Maija (in “Maija and Paija”), Pippi (in “Pippi Longstocking”) and Gypsy Girl Ringla (in “Gypsy Girl Ringla”). The actress has lent her voice to audio recordings of many popular novels and fairy tales. Anta Krūmiņa was appointed an Officer of the Order of the Three Stars in 2009.
