Svetlana Efremova

Svetlana Efremova

55 · Born: Dec 15, 1970

Personal Details

BornDec 15, 1970 Novosibirsk, Novosibirskaya oblast, RSFSR, USSR [now Russia]

Biography

Svetlana Efremova, a Russian-born actress, has had the privilege of being trained by two of the most prestigious theatre schools globally. She earned her Master of Fine Arts degree in Acting from the renowned Yale School of Drama, while simultaneously receiving her Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Acting from the esteemed St. Petersburg Academy of Theatre.

Throughout her illustrious career, Svetlana has had the opportunity to showcase her talents on the Broadway stage as well as with some of the finest regional theatre companies in the United States, including the esteemed Yale Repertory Theatre and South Coast Repertory Theatre.

In addition to her impressive theatre credits, Svetlana has also made a significant impact in the film industry, boasting an impressive portfolio of over 48 feature films with major Hollywood studios. Her television appearances and theatrical productions have been met with critical acclaim, earning her reviews in numerous regional newspapers and national theatrical trade publications.

Some of the notable publications that have reviewed her performances include the LA Times, OC Register, The Hollywood Reporter, Variety, Back Stage, New York Times, and the prestigious stage periodical "American Theatre".

Beyond her impressive artistic accomplishments, Svetlana has also made significant contributions to the academic community, serving as the Head of Acting for both the Undergraduate and Graduate Acting programs at California State University, Fullerton's Theatre Department. She has also held the esteemed position of Master Acting Teacher within the same department.

Career

2025
2023
For All Mankind
For All Mankind as Irina Morozova
2020
Spinning Out
Spinning Out as Dasha Glushenko
2015
The Americans
The Americans as Zinaida Preobrazhenskaya
2010
Killer by Nature
Killer by Nature as Dr. Ramos
2009
(Untitled)
(Untitled) as Russian Singer
2006
Stick It
Stick It as Dorrie
2005
The Island
The Island as Midwife
2004
2003
Spinning Boris
Spinning Boris as Tatiana Dyachenko
2002
White Oleander
White Oleander as Rena Gruschenka