Liurca Mariana

About

Mariana Liurca, born on March 5, 1973, in Chișinău, Republic of Moldova, is a remarkable actress and producer, primarily active in Romanian cinema and theater. She graduated from the National University of Theatre and Film Arts in Bucharest in 1995, making her big screen debut in 1997 with the role in the film "Omul zilei" (Man of the Day). Among her notable achievements are performances in acclaimed productions such as "După dealuri" (Beyond the Hills) (2012, as Sister Sandra), "Cel ales" (The Chosen One) (2015, Mrs. Varga), "Fetele lu' dom' Profesor" (The Professor's Daughters) (2014, Lena), and "La urgență" (In Emergency) (2006, social worker), demonstrating versatility across various genres from drama to comedy. As a theater actress, Mariana Liurca performs on the stage of the Nottara Theatre in Bucharest, where she continues to interpret complex roles, and as a producer, she has contributed to short films such as "Salix Caprea" (2018, associate producer) and "I am Dorin" (2020, co-producer). She has collaborated with renowned actors and directors such as Luminița Gheorghiu, Victor Rebengiuc, Horațiu Mălăele, and Cristian Iacob, participating in projects that have marked contemporary Romanian cinema. In 2023, she graduated from the Michael Chekhov International Academy in Berlin, becoming an accredited actress and teacher of the Chekhov method, which has enriched her artistic palette. On a personal level, Mariana Liurca is married to Jean Pierre Vigroux, and her career reflects a deep dedication to the performing arts, moving from supporting roles to independent productions. Hailing from Moldova, she represents a success story for women in the region within the Romanian film industry, contributing to the promotion of Bessarabian talents on the country's major stages. Her appearances on shows like "Banc Show" highlight her charisma and involvement in cultural life.