She started acting in the Novosibirsk Youth Theater in 1930, becoming one of the first graduates of the theatrical studio.

[1] She performed the role of Red Riding Hood in theater productions from 1937 to 1955; she also played Gerda in the Snow Queen for three years.

Her other roles included the traditional parts in theaters for children: Puss in Boots, Little Humpbacked Horse, Snow Maiden, Cinderella, Bunny-Zaznayka and Mitil.

Maybe it was because of the nature of my battle: I climbed roofs, trees and fences sometimes better than other boys.

[1]In honor of the centennial anniversary of the actress on 19 December 2014, five days before her 100th birthday, a recital was held at the theater.