Veikko Täär

Veikko Täär (born 7 September 1971 in Tartu, Estonia) is a prominent Estonian actor, sports psychologist, educator, and entrepreneur. Known for his versatility across various fields, Täär has established a significant presence in Estonian theatre, film, and television, while also pursuing a successful career as an amateur athlete and contributing to public discourse.

Täär graduated from Tartu 10th Secondary School in 1989. From 1989 until 1991, he studied physics at the University of Tartu, before enrolling at the Estonian Academy of Music and Theatre to study acting, graduating ''cum laude'' in 1998. After graduation, he performed in productions at the Estonian Drama Theatre, Vanemuine, Ugala and several other theatres and is a freelance actor. Besides theatre roles he has played also in several films and television series and hosted several television sports programmes.

Täär is a successful amateur athlete (ski marathons, triathlons, etc.) and was the owner of the Otepää café l.u.m.i.

Early life and education

Veikko Täär graduated from Tartu 10th Secondary School in 1989. Following his secondary education, he initially pursued a different academic path, studying physics at the University of Tartu from 1989 to 1991. However, his interest soon shifted to the performing arts. He enrolled in the Drama School of the Estonian Academy of Music and Theatre, where he honed his acting skills, graduating cum laude in 1998 , 2

In addition to his formal education, Täär has engaged in specialized training, including stage combat (achieving a prep III test level), and has studied the Alexander Technique. He also participated in international seminars on Stanislavski's System in Moscow in 1992 and 1993, demonstrating a commitment to refining his craft

Acting career

Upon graduating from the Estonian Academy of Music and Theatre, Veikko Täär embarked on a diverse acting career. He has performed in numerous productions at various esteemed Estonian theatres, including the Estonian Drama Theatre, Vanemuine, and Ugala, and frequently works as a freelance actor , 2 His stage roles have included:

* Leo Leike in "Good Against the North Wind" (Karlova Theatre, 2024) * Paul Sheldon in "Misery" (Kellerteater, 2024) * Father in "Sipsik" (Vanemuine Theatre, 2023) * Väino in "I Have a Shadow" (Kontserdihunt, 2022-2023) * Jürgen in "Young Ice" (Endla Theatre, 2022) * Aigar in "Grünberg Blue" (ENM, 2021) * Lui-Felix Moor in "Bellows God" (Lutsu Theatre, 2021) * Dr. Watson in "The Hound of the Baskervilles" (Karlova Theatre, 2020) * Sam in "Mamma Mia!" (Vanemuine Theatre, 2016) * Mr. Banks in "Mary Poppins" (Vanemuine Theatre, 2014) * Quasimodo in "The Hunchback of Notre-Dame" (Emajõe Summer Theatre, 2007)
Täär has also become a recognizable face in Estonian film and television. His filmography includes:

* ''Biwa järve 8 nägu'' (8 Views of Lake Biwa, 2024) * ''Apteeker Melchior. Timuka tütar'' (Melchior the Apothecary. The Executioner's Daughter, 2022) * ''Jahihooaeg'' (Hunting Season, 2021) as Aadam * ''Eesti matus'' (Estonian Funeral, 2021) * ''Mehed'' (Men, 2019) as Veikko , 3* ''Õnn tuleb magades'' (When You Least Expect It, 2016) as Kaupo , 3* ''Luuraja ja Luuletaja'' (The Spy and the Poet, 2016) * ''Kormoranid ehk nahkpükse ei pesta'' (Farts of Fury, 2011) as Photographer , 3* ''Kuldrannake'' (Golden Beach, 2006) as Allan , 3* ''Täna öösel me ei maga'' (Set Point, 2004) as Leo , 3* ''Pall vastu seina'' (1998) as Einar
On television, Täär has been a consistent presence in popular series:

* ''Valetamisklubi'' (TV3, 2024) as Mart * ''Vaga vesi'' (2021) as Riho * ''ENSV'' (2010-2019) as Kestutis , 3* ''Siberi võmm'' (Siberian Cop, 2016-2018) as Viktor Korol , 3* ''Õnne 13'' (1993-2019) as Raivo Tiik , 3* ''Keeris'' (2015) as Kain Teebel , 3* ''Lotte lood'' (2017) as Mati, Bruno's father (voice) , 3* ''Kättemaksukontor'' (2009-2012)
Täär has also contributed his voice to animated features, including ''Sipsik'' (Raggie, 2020)

Other professional engagements

Beyond acting, Veikko Täär is a versatile public figure. He has hosted several television sports programs, showcasing his passion for sports He is also active as a master of ceremonies for various events and works as a trainer, specializing in communication skills, public speaking, and sports psychology From 2009 onwards, he has been involved with the theatrical group Teatribuss as an actor, director, and playwright Täär was also the owner of the Otepää café l.u.m.i.

Sports and personal life

Veikko Täär is an accomplished amateur athlete, regularly participating in ski marathons and triathlons His commitment to physical fitness and competitive sports reflects his broader interest in sports psychology. He lists sports, global affairs, travel, music, literature, and film as his hobbies Täär is multilingual, with fluency in Estonian (his mother tongue), Russian, English, German, and Finnish, and conversational abilities in Swedish, Norwegian, and French He is also skilled in horse-riding and holds a driver's license

Recognition

In recognition of his acting talent, Veikko Täär was awarded the Voldemar Panso Prize in 1996, an esteemed award given to promising young Estonian actors

Awards

* 1996: Voldemar Panso Prize

Filmography

* 1993: ''Õnne 13'' (television series, role: Raivo Tiik)
* 1998: ''Pall vastu seina'' (feature film, role: Einar)
* 2004: '' Täna öösel me ei maga'' (feature film, role: Leo)
* 2006: ''Kuldrannake'' (feature film, role: Allan)
* 2011: ''Kormoranid ehk nahkpükse ei pesta'' (feature film, role: Photographer)
* 2015: ''Keeris'' (television series, role: Kain Teebel)
* 2016―2018: ''Siberi võmm'' (television series, role: Viktor Korol)
* 2016: ''Õnn tuleb magades'' (feature film, role: Kaupo)
* 2017: ''Lotte lood'' (television series, role: Mati, Bruno's father)
* 2019: ''ENSV'' (television series, role: Kestutis)
* 2019: ''Mehed'' (feature film, role: Veikko)
* 2021: ''Vaga vesi'' (television series, role: Riho)

References

* Veikko Täär - Wikipedia. (n.d.). Retrieved May 25, 2025, from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Veikko_T%C3%A4%C3%A4r
* Veikko Täär — The Movie Database (TMDB). (n.d.). Retrieved May 25, 2025, from
* CV - Veikko Täär. (n.d.). Retrieved May 25, 2025, from https://xn--veikkotr-6zaa.com/cv-2
* With Veikko Täär (Sorted by Popularity Ascending) - IMDb. (n.d.). Retrieved May 25, 2025, from https://www.imdb.com/es-es/search/title/?role=nm1625839

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