Tag: contemporary

Nagelhus Schia Productions

Nagelhus Schia Productions was founded in 2017 as one of the three Norwegian dance companies with permanent public funding. Founder and Artistic Director Guro Nagelhus Schia and Assistant Artistic Director Vebjørn Sundby have a long track record as dancers, choreographers, and actors. Over the past two decades, they have toured nationally and internationally, working with …

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Taneli Törmä / LOCATION X

Taneli Törmä – LOCATION X is an award-winning choreographer and performing artist, with international and interdisciplinary experience. As a teacher, performer, fundraiser, idea maker and curator, he focuses on developing the performing arts towards a more diverse, intercultural, multi-perspectial and innovative form. Taneli Törmä’s/LOCATION X’s works have been shown in more than 20 countries. They …

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DISA KROSNESS

Disa Krosness is a freelance choreographer and dance artist based in Stockholm. Humour, musicality and accessibility defines her work, and she often collaborates with other artists in different artistic fields. Empathy is an important ingredient in her work. By creating strong visual images, using references to pop-culture and adding a touch of nostalgia, Disa conveys …

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Compañia Kaari & Roni Martin

Compañia Kaari & Roni Martin is an international group of artists characterised by their high­‐energy and hands-­on approach, moving between dance, music and strong visual elements. The artistic team includes dancers and musicians from several countries. The company has now visited 14 countries. In addition to their live performances, the company also produces music, video …

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Dalija Acin Thelander

Dalija Acin Thelander is a choreographer and a cultural worker based in Stockholm.The focus of her current artistic research and creation are performances for babies.Her work for the youngest audience concerns the exploration of the choreographic practices which focuses on heightened immediacy and immersion of the audience, aiming for a multi-modal and affective experience. She …

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Lena Josefsson & Kompani Raande-Vo

From her childhood in former Zaire, Josefsson possesses an incomparable sense of rhythm and music. She crosses borders between different art forms, focusing on the meetings created between artists of different backgrounds. Since the very beginning, the company has attracted attention for its wide range of innovative performances. Their pieces have been adored by the …

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Siri & Snelle

Through numerous performances, Siri & Snelle have developed a personal style unrestrained by conventional genres. They playfully incorporate elements from a variety of dance techniques, as well as narrative theatre, talk-shows and live music, blending them with humor and self-irony. Drawing upon both high and popular culture, as well as the completely uncultured, they highlight …

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Panta Rei Dance Theatre

PANTA REI DANCE THEATRE (PRD) is based in Oslo, Norway. The company is known for its high paced and colorful dance theatre performances accessible to a wide audience. PRD has an extensive outreach program to support the artistry. Panta Rei Dance Theatre was established in 2000. The company has since created nine productions and led numerous …

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Cirkus Cirkör

Wear It Like A Crown photographer: Mats Bäcker photographer: Mats Bäcker Knitting Peace photographer: Mats Bäcker Cirkus Cirkör photograph: Mattias Edwall CIRKUS CIRKÖR is Sweden’s first and largest contemporary circus, founded in 1995. Built upon art and pedagogy, Cirkus Cirkör has grown rapidly and today consists of shows touring Sweden and the world, circus events, …

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