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Carte Blanche's world premiere of INSIGHT by Heine Avdal & Yukiko Shinozaki took place at Studio Bergen, with further performances continuing until 21 Feb 2026. The Norwegian tour continues at Sandnes Kulturhus (NO) 8 Apr 2026, Operahuset Nordfjord (NO) 14 Apr 2026, Oseana Kunst & Kultursenter, Osøyro (NO) 17 Apr 2026, The Norwegian National Opera & Ballet in Oslo (NO) 23–26 Apr 2026, and Nøtterøy Kulturhus (NO) 29 Apr 2026.HOW ROMANTIC by Katerina Andreou will be performed at Staatstheater Darmstadt (DE) on 8 Mar 2026 and Opéra de Dijon (FR) on 26 Mar 2026.Looking ahead to late spring, Carte Blanche will present the world premiere of UNCHAINED MELODY by Mette Ingvartsen at Studio Bergen (NO) on 28 May 2026, with further performances on 29 May and 2–6 June 2026 (including a family performance on 30 May 2026). UNCHAINED MELODY is a co-production between Carte Blanche and the Bergen International Festival.Find out more about Carte Blanche at madeintheweb.com
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Starting on 19 Feb 2026, the Folkoperan in Stockholm (SE) will be transformed into the stage for Antonio Vivaldi's baroque opera THE OLYMPIADE. The direction is by Charlotte Engelkes, the musical director is Peter Spišský, and the set and lighting design are by the Folkoperan's new artistic director Linus Fellbom. The costume design is by Anna Ardelius. The choreographer is Sofia Södergård. Wigs and makeup by Therésia Frisk.
In THE OLYMPIADE, athletes and artistic souls meet in an intricate drama - colored by sensual confusion, and bonds of friendship that are put to the test. At the center is the prince of Crete, Licida - a charming, but untrained rookie in both love and sports. To win the heart of Princess Aristea, he must enter the match of his life. He therefore persuades his well-trained friend Megacle to compete in his place, with consequences that neither of them could have foreseen… For the full list of credits and additional information, please go here.- THE OLYMPIADE is not just about languishing love, lust, and complicated relationships with a lot of humor. It is also friendship. How much is it worth – and what are you willing to sacrifice for a true friend? says Charlotte Engelkes.Read more about Charlotte Engelkes at madeintheweb.com
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The collaborative work FLOOD, choreographed by the internationally acclaimed Finnish choreographer Janina Rajakangas, premiered on 12 Feb 2026 at Kuopio City Theatre (FI).
FLOOD (Tulva in Finnish) emerges through the cooperation of professional dancers and local amateurs, transforming into a full-length contemporary dance performance. The work invites us to reflect on how, and around what, we humans gather. During the performance, the dance group pauses to reflect on the news feed. A flood of images about global uncertainty, the ecological crisis, and both good and bad news is captured as notes for the dancing ensemble. Instead of scrolling through the images, they stop to study and embody the postures of the people appearing in them.
After the FLOOD performances in Kuopio, it will be adapted for performances in other cities. FLOOD is produced by Dance Theatre Minimi and Entire Moved | Kaikki Liikkuu ry.
Learn more about Dance Theatre Minimi here.
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In KNOCKING Horácio Macuacua lets rhythm become body: a language of muscles, sweat, and breath. It speaks before we have words and moves us before we understand. It is both gravity and release, weight and play.
Norrdans’ ensemble is thrown into this current, carried by its relentless force, falling, rising, breathing in the same tempo. Here, rhythm becomes a universal alphabet. It brings us together into one body, one space, one now. Rhythm is not merely simple accompaniment, but a language of its own.
The work will have its world premiere on 6 Mar 2026 at Härnösands Teater (SE), followed by a tour in Sweden and a stop in Trondheim (NO). More info at norrdans.se.
Find out more about Norrdans at madeintheweb.com
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image: Katarina Wiklund & Kim Hiorthøy
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Gunilla Heilborn's new piece WORKS AND DAYS is premiering at Norrlandsoperan, Umeå (SE), on 27 Feb 2026. A performance in two parts, WORKS AND DAYS, draws on the stories of ancient poets and a recent trip to Greece. Heilborn tries to see whether it is possible to link one event to another, or whether perhaps it's the lack of logic that characterizes everything we do. She makes lists of ships that have sailed the seas and of what has been done or should have been done. The essence of the work lies in its chaotic structure, but several elements recur in both parts: the journey and what we remember of our experience. As well as the question of whether it is possible to know what should be done on which days and why.
On stage: Gunilla Heilborn, Sophie Augot, and Ludvig Daae. The room, the light, and the music play an important role in the piece and were created by Heilborn's longtime collaborators, Katarina Wiklund, Minna Tiikkainen, and Kim Hiorthøy.
Tour dates: 27-28 Feb 2026; Norrlandsoperan, Umeå (SE), 3 Mar 2026; Sara Kulturhus, Skellefteå (SE), 7,11-14 Mar 2026; Dansens Hus, Stockholm (SE), 18 Mar 2026; Dansstationen Palladium, Malmö (SE)
Find out more about Gunilla Heilborn at madeintheweb.com
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photo: Andy Ross, Fabian Kriese
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Charlotta Öfverholm has now turned 60, yet continues to dance tirelessly. Explosive, fearless, and with a powerful stage presence, she brings both theatrical dynamism and expressive musicality. She is an uncompromising performer on stage – and her production IN A CAGE OF LIGHT is further proof of that. Choreography and concept by Charlotta Öfverholm and Jordi Cortes. Charlotta Öfverholm has just finished a tour in Sweden with Dancenet Sweden. On 25-26 Sep 2026, she will perform in collaboration with 59 Degree North at the Confidencen in Stockholm (SE).
At Norrköping Art Museum (SE), the brand new dance work ITNOS is presented in dialogue with the exhibition "Olle Bonniér-Healing the Earth" and the work VILDHUNDENS HJÄRTA (The heart of the wild dog). The work takes its starting point in a physical representation of Olle Bonniér's theories on how sound waves and bodily movement correspond. Choreography by Charlotta Öfverholm, Tobias Hallgren, Guido Tuveri. Read more here.
Charlotta Öfverholm is playing Elizabeth 1 in Scottish Ballet's production of MARY QUEEN OF SCOTS, which premiered at the Edinburgh International Festival.
Tour dates: 5–7 Mar 2026; Sadler's Wells, London (UK), 4–7 June 2026; David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center, New York (USA). Dates TBA; Spoleto Festival USA, Charleston (USA).
Find out more about Charlotta Öfverholm at madeintheweb.com
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photo: Sören Vilks
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A magical circus performance about losses with music by the American artist Beirut. The work is inspired by the novel "Verzeichnis einiger Verluste" by Judith Schalansky and strives to push the boundaries of contemporary circus. Four circus artists and an array of forgotten everyday objects awaken in an atmospheric landscape where objects carry memories, dreams, and phantom pains.
"A STUDY OF LOSSES is a beautiful and gravity-defying circus set to wistful music by the artist Beirut". Aftonbladet (SE)
A STUDY OF LOSSES was recently selected to perform at BIBU - Performing Arts Biennial for children and youth in Helsingborg, 27-30 May 2026. BIBU is Sweden's most important meeting place with, for, and about professional performing arts for children and youth. Read more here.
Find out more about Kompani Giraff at madeintheweb.com
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KORDA Art in Motion, Lou T Lundqvist, and Linda Forsman are invited to the 18th edition of international exhibition CONTEMPORARY VENICE 2026 (IT) from 6-20 Mar 2026 with the film STRAHERE - Moving with Nature – A Dance Film. Lou T Lundqvist created and shot the film in and around the waterfall in Kloster, Husbyringen in Dalarna (SE). The film is a collage of Lou's photography, visual art, and music, featuring the dancers in the waterfall. Choreography by Linda Forsman. Watch a short promotional video here.
MENHIR II, a dance performance by Julyen Hamilton, Linda Forsman, Lou T Lundqvist, and Eleni Pantazatou, is available for booking. MENHIR II is an exciting performance in which solos, duos, and trios showcase dance, choreography, poetry, singing, and improvisation by Julyen Hamilton, Linda Forsman, and Eleni Pantazatou, set to newly composed electroacoustic music by Lou T Lundqvist. Text by Julyen Hamilton. Light design by Lou T Lundqvist. MENHIR II is produced with support from the Swedish Arts Council, Hedemora Municipality, and in collaboration with ABF Dalarna and ALLDUPLO. Find out more about Korda Art in Motion Dance Company at madeintheweb.com
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photo: Jens Peter Engedal
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THE SWAMP is an immersive performance about the Internet that re-premieres at Dansekapellet in Copenhagen (DK) on 13-18 April 2026. It is a performance about the pitfalls of the Internet, and the manipulation and violence that goes on under the radar on the dark Internet.
You are invited into an alluring, mysterious, and wildly growing swamp. On the way, you lose your sense of direction and must therefore take responsibility for the further way through the swamp. But who decides the rules of the game? And is it even a game, or is it the harsh reality? With and by performance artists Annika B. Lewis and Helene Kvint. Kassandra Production produces THE SWAMP volume 2 in a collaboration with Dansekapellet and theatre FÅR302. Supported by the Danish Arts Foundation.
Find out more about Kassandra Productions at madeintheweb.com
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photo: Tina Axelsson
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In spring 2026, the artistic duo Byström Källblad is working on the new production SHE KNOWS, premiering in August 2026. A work-in-progress will be shown at SITE in Stockholm (SE) in April 2026 as part of the SHE KNOWS production residence.
CALLING WE ARE HERE will be performed on 3 July 2026 at Sergels torg in Stockholm (SE) as part of Stockholm City Theatre's (Parkteatern) summer program. The performances are arranged in collaboration with Dansistan/Cirkusistan.
Byström Källblad is invited by Bratislava in Movement - international festival of contemporary dance to perform CITY HORSES at their 30-year anniversary festival in Slovakia.
The work of Byström Källblad is supported by Statens kulturråd, Konstnärsnämnden, Region Västmanland, Region Stockholm och Stockholms stad.
Find out more about Byström Källblad at madeintheweb.com
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photo: Tale Hendnes
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Nagelhus Schia Productions has always been rooted in the present – and in the future. The company is now returning to its historical work for the first time. Not out of nostalgia, but to understand their own roots. Modern dance in Norway stands on the shoulders of pioneers such as choreographer Kjersti Kramm Engebrigtsen. By bringing FIGURES IN A LANDSCAPE back into focus, we acknowledge the artistic foundations that have made today’s practices possible.
FIGURES IN A LANDSCAPE (1985) was created at a time when dance in Norway was opening up and discovering new forms of expression. Nagelhus Schia Productions now brings the work back to the stage – in the very same room where the world premiere took place at Henie Onstad Kunstsenter more than forty years ago. When the company´s dancers enter this material, history is given a new body. This is work that seeks to understand where we come from – while also lifting our gaze toward what lies ahead. To create something true and alive today, we must listen to what came before us. In collaboration with Danseinformasjonen, Nagelhus Schia Productions will host a panel discussion exploring questions such as “What has changed, and what remains?”
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photo: Mattias Lindbäck
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Virpi takes the main stage in her dual role as dancer and choreographer, alongside her longtime dance partner, Pontus Sundset. And as a small treat, Virpi plays the piano herself. VIRPI LUNAIRE offers shamanistic groove, the human body in poetic geometry, and some delicate plants. Now off on tour, organized by Riksteatern, covering large parts of Sweden.
The premiere on 6 Dec 2025 at Dansens Hus in Stockholm (SE) was praised in the press:
"Virpi Pahkinen is one of the country's most acclaimed and unconventional dancers and choreographers //... Pontus Sundset, her long-time dance partner, who here gets to shine like a star in her universe." Dagens Nyheter (SE)
Tour dates: 29 Jan 2026; Gottsunda Dans & Teater, 31 Jan 2026; Messingen, Upplands Väsby, 1 Feb 2026; Kulturhuset i Ytterjärna, Södertälje, 4 Feb 2026; Kulturhuset Glada Hudik, Hudiksvall, 8 Feb 2026; Folkets Hus, Haparanda, 10 Feb 2026; Folkets hus, Jokkmokk, 18 Feb 2026; Vara konserthus, Vara, 19 Feb 2026; Stora Teatern, Göteborg, 24 Feb 2026; Scalateatern, Karlstad, 26 Feb 2026; Eskilstuna Teater, 27 Feb 2026; Culturum, Nyköping, 28-29 Feb 2026; Årsta Folkets Hus Teater, Stockholm, 3 Mar 2026; Regionteatern Blekinge Kronoberg, Växjö, 5 Mar 2026; Lokstallarna, Karlshamn. For more details and tickets, please go here. Learn more about Virpi Pahkinen at madeintheweb.com
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EXPO: Scenkonst is a showcase organised by Riksteatern Theatre in Lund (SE), taking place from 28 Feb – 1 Mar 2026. Claire Parsons Co. will participate with the following programme:
CPCo:Talks — Meet Lena Yngvesson
Lena Yngvesson, Managing Director and producer at Claire Parsons Co., will discuss how organisers and producers can collaborate and share knowledge when presenting performances for young audiences and families.
Pitch — IS: GRAVEL
On 1 Mar 2026, Lena Yngvesson will present the company’s latest production, IS: GRAVEL, during EXPO’s pitching session. The presentation will include an excerpt from the performance, as well as an interview with choreographer Claire Parsons and dancer Mira Björkman.
And: The performance IS: GRAVEL is available for touring both internationally and within Sweden. Contact lena@claireparsons.com to get in touch! Learn more about Claire Parsons Co. at madeintheweb.com
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Jukka Korpi recently, on 6 Feb 2026, performed his latest solo dance production, FLYING - FLYGANDE, for a large number of kids at Folk och Kultur, Sweden's largest convention for cultural policy in Eskilstuna (SE). FLYING - FLYGANDE is a performance for a broad audience, with choreography inspired by the aesthetics of children's drawings. The overall theme of the piece is "to fly", giving associations to all, from flying animals to personal development and the wings of fantasy.
Both FLYING - FLYGANDE and his solo for adults FOUR EIGHT - FYRA ÅTTA will be in Korpi´s repertory during 2026-2027.
At this moment, Jukka Korpi is also planning for two new solodance productions. First a coming piece with a Finnish title SURU (GRIEF) to the music of Swedish composer Daniela Dahl, who also did the music to FLYING – FLYGANDE, and then a piece with the title ÅRSTID - SEASON, aimed to perform outside, where he will collaborate with the Finnish visual artist Li Taiga, who created both animations and the costumes for FLYING - FLYGANDE. In May, Jukka Korpi will have a one-week residency in Jakobstad (FI) with Li Taiga, conducting research for ÅRSTID - SEASON. More information about these two coming pieces later this spring.Find out more about Korpi Productions at madeintheweb.com
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photo: Beata Carlberg
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The new duet DYAD, created by Peter Svenzon for the 2 female dancers Elin Hestner Olsson and Ulriqa Fernqvist, premiered during Art of Spectra Evenings on 30 and 31 Jan 2026. DYAD will be shown again during the spring; dates and more info will come soon.
“Strictly restrained sequences are broken up with explosive outcomes. It is strong and beautiful.” Göteborgs-Posten (SE). Read more here.
Art of Spectra is executing recidencies and rehearsals of the new work SKUGGOR (Shadows) during the spring at SITE in Stockholm (SE) and ATALANTE in Gothenburg (SE). SKUGGOR is co-produced by Dans i Nord and Dancenet Sweden, with support from SITE and Atalante. The premiere takes place in Piteå (SE) on 4 Sep 2026, followed by a six-week tour in the Norrbotten region (SE). After that, the tour continues with Dancenet Sweden visiting Luleå, Falkenberg, Vara, Gothenburg, Jönköping, and Säter, concluding in Gävle on 29 Oct 2026. See dates and info here.Learn more about Art of Spectra at madeintheweb.com
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photo: Linda Hinsel
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MADEIN’s founder and director, Åsa Edgren, participated in a series of international congresses, festivals, and industry meetings during several intensive days in New York this past January. The visit focused on strengthening international collaboration, engaging with New York’s artistic community, and meeting with partners to explore future projects.
Among the many productive conversations were meetings with Alicia Adams, former Vice President of International Programming at the Kennedy Center, who—following recent organizational changes—has launched her own nonprofit initiative, URUCUM. The organization will develop projects at the intersection of artistic practice and ecology.
Åsa also attended the annual reception at the Swedish Consul General’s residence on Park Avenue, where she had the opportunity to present the activities of MADEIN’s members. The reception is held each year in collaboration with the Norwegian Consulate General, and this year also in partnership with ISPA (International Society for the Performing Arts).
During the event, the 2027 Summer Congress—scheduled to take place in Uppsala, Sweden, during the first week of June—was officially announced. Mark your calendars! The congress offers an excellent opportunity for professionals seeking to strengthen their international networks and engage with the global performing arts community. Uppsala Konsert & Kongress will host the program. The next ISPA Congress will take place in Singapore. MADEIN artists will be represented there. More information: www.ispa.org.
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