Portrait of Marika Vaarik

Marika Vaarik

Acting

Biography

Marika Vaarik (since 1994 Marika Vaarik-Soo; born on October 13, 1962 in Kose) is an Estonian actress. In 1991 she graduated Tallinn Pedagogical Institute in theatrical directing speciality (Estonian: näitejuhtimise eriala). 1987-1994 she worked at VAT Theatre, being also one of its founders. 1994-2005 she worked at Rakvere Theatre. Since 2009 she worked at NO99 Theatre. Besides theatrical roles she has also played on several films and television series. Vaarik is married to Mart Soo, composer, music teacher and guitarist of the ensemble Weekend Guitar Trio. She is famously known for her role as Frida Arrak on the long running Estonian show The Vengeance Bureau (Estonian: Kättemaksukontor) from 2009-2013.

Born: October 13, 1962

Place of Birth: Kose, Harju County, Estonian SSR, USSR [now Estonia]

Filmography

2021
The King

as Doctor

2019
Truth and Justice

as Madis' Wife

2016
2013
2009
The Vengeance Bureau

as Frida Arrak

2008
Mood Breaker

as Various

2008
Windward Land

as Asta Sammal

2008
Windward Land

as Asta Thal

2008
Taarka

as Vasso's Mother

2007
Georg

as Old Asta (voice)

2005
2003
1990
Regina

as Teacher