MEET KRISTI

Kristi Roosmaa is an Estonian-born, award-winning actress, singer, and producer. Her journey into the world of entertainment began at the age of five, when she, dressed as a kitten, sang a song about a cat at a local bakery. This early experience ignited her passion for the stage and marked the beginning of a remarkable and multifaceted career.

Armed with a law degree and extensive training in the performing arts, Kristi’s professional life is a testament to her versatility and unwavering dedication to creative expression. Highlights include an appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, performing with Residente featuring Bad Bunny, performing as a soloist at Carnegie Hall, and co-producing the Grammy®️ nomination-considered concept album for Kalevala the Musical.

Kristi has recorded music with renowned composers such as Phillip Springer, creator of the iconic holiday tune Santa Baby; Mark Barkan, known for writing Lesley Gore’s hit She’s a Fool; and Tim Ries, saxophonist for the Rolling Stones.

While Kristi thrives on stage and in front of the camera, she has also cultivated a keen eye for producing—a passion she has nurtured since her teens. Her award-winning short film Wildflower, which she produced, has received multiple accolades. She has co-produced and shepherded Kalevala the Musical through numerous developmental phases and played a key role in bringing Singing Revolution: the Musical from concept to production.

For five years, Kristi served as the first Estonian Cultural Affairs Coordinator for the Estonian Ministry of Culture in New York, a pioneering role that received formal recognition from governmental institutions.

Academically, Kristi holds a law degree from the Tartu University Institute of Law in Estonia and is a graduate of The American Musical and Dramatic Academy and the Broadway Dance Center’s International Dance Program in New York.

Her childhood was a rich blend of discipline, creativity, and adventure. She studied ballet for over six years and completed a seven-year piano program at the Children’s Music School. At 14, she was a finalist in Estonia’s beloved children's TV singing contest Laulukarussell and starred in René Eespere’s musical Wild Swan. In high school, she performed as a lead vocalist in the professional 9-piece P.P. Dixieland band and worked as a vocal coach for the girls’ choir Elise. When not immersed in the arts, she delighted in climbing trees and exploring nature with her sisters.

Kristi’s life in New York has been a tapestry of vibrant experiences—from working as a magician’s assistant and shoe modeling for luxury brands, to organizing events for the President of Estonia, and sharing the stage with global icons like Residente and Bad Bunny. But her most meaningful role is one she cherishes above all: being a mother to her son, Parks, whom she lovingly calls her Väike Päike—Little Sunshine.

Kristi’s work is driven by a deep sense of purpose—to inspire, uplift, and entertain. As her father often says, "Elu on Ilus!"—Life is Beautiful!