A mesmerizing experience beyond the ordinary

Vērpete is a powerful experience where you are drawn into a living force of nature. Here, every rotation and movement feels like part of something greater—a vortex in which we are all interconnected.

Inspired by Baltic dance and folk music, the Swedish-Latvian duo Erik Eriksson and Krišjānis Sants invite us to join them in their whirling world. Hand in hand, they spin across the floor in a constant interplay of trust and tension. Like a swirling whirlpool, they scatter the audience one moment, only to draw us together in a shared flow the next.

With live music from the vibraphone and guitar, an immersive soundscape is created that follows the rhythm and patterns of the dance. Vērpete is not just a performance—it is a trance beyond the everyday, an experience that captivates, sweeps you away, and leaves you moved.

Reservations starting August 12

This performance requires you to reserve a free ticket. If the performance is sold out, you can join the drop-in line for a seat.

Be on time!

Your free ticket is valid only until 10 minutes before the start; after that, any remaining seats will be offered to those in the walk-in line.

The performance is part of the Open House at the Norrlandsoperan on August 23.

In English

Vērpete is a powerful experience that draws you into a living force of nature. Every rotation and movement feels like part of something greater—a vortex where we are all interconnected.

Inspired by Baltic dance and folk music, the Swedish-Latvian duo Erik Eriksson and Krišjānis Sants invite us into their whirling world. Hand in hand, they glide across the floor in a constant interplay of trust and tension. Like a swirling whirlpool, they scatter the audience one moment, only to draw us together the next in a shared flow.

Please note: This performance is a standing event.

Bookings starting August 12

This performance requires you to reserve a free ticket. If the performance is sold out, you can join the drop-in line to wait for a spot.

Be on time!

Your free ticket is valid only until 10 minutes before the performance begins. After that, any available seats will be offered to those in the walk-in line.