Dance in Västerbotten
Dance in Västerbotten has a broad mandate to support and strengthen the development of dance as an art form throughout the region, with a particular focus on children and young people.
Supporting the development of dance as an art form throughout Västerbotten
Dans i Västerbotten, the regional dance development service, is funded by Region Västerbotten and operates as an independent programme within the dance department of Norrlandsoperan. We work to support and develop dance as an art form throughout Västerbotten.
Whether you want to present dance, experience live dance performances, introduce dance to young audiences, take dance classes yourself, or grow as a professional practitioner, we are here to offer support, guidance, advice, and opportunities for development.
Our Mission
The mission of Dans i Västerbotten is, with the citizens of the region at its heart, to:
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Work to ensure that dance plays a greater role in the everyday lives of the region’s residents, with a particular focus on children and young people.
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Promote greater integration of dance into the everyday lives of the region’s residents, with a particular focus on children and young people.
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Provide support for those who wish to work with and for dance, either professionally or in their leisure time.
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Strengthen the position of dance within the region and promote high quality in performances, professional development opportunities, workshops, and dance-related educational and creative activities.
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Promote equality, accessibility, and diversity in relation to day-to-day operations.
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Promote increased collaboration at the local, national, and international levels.
How We Work
Dans i Västerbotten serves as an umbrella organisation for everyone involved in dance in one way or another. We connect projects with partners, dance teachers with students, municipalities with dance artists and educators, and audiences with performances.
We work strategically and with a long-term perspective to develop everything from artistic ideas to educational initiatives. Dans i Västerbotten also supports presenter development and other activities that help sustain a vibrant dance community throughout Västerbotten, for amateurs, audiences, and professional practitioners alike.
Dance Plan for Västerbotten
The Västerbotten Dance Plan is a strategic action plan for the development of independent professional dance in the county.
Read about the Västerbotten Dance PlanContact
Maria Schäfer
Dance Development Officer
+46 70-399 24 55
Postal address:
Dans i Västerbotten
Norrlandsoperan AB
Box 360
901 08 Umeå