The Mouthpiece, The Request, Emerge: Oops…life! and love is a rebellious bird explore the themes of trauma, class, technology and fantasy. Their rugged edges, black comedy and touching beauty come together in surprising and unsettling ways.

The Sugar Factory 2026

Finnish National Opera and Ballet

Inspired by the strong communal values ​​and functionalist aesthetics of the American Shaker community, Finnish choreographer Tero Saarinen choreographed "Borrowed Light" – one of his greatest international successes. "Borrowed Light" premiered in 2004 as a European co-production and toured major venues in Europe, North America, and Oceania from 2004 to 2014, reaching more than 50,000 people on its tour. Twenty years after its successful premiere and ten years after the end of the tour, the piece returns to the stage. With a powerful pull, eight dancers and the eight vocal voices of the Boston Camerata transport the audience into a minimalist world that, while drawing inspiration from the architecture and design of the Shaker religious community, is ultimately dedicated above all to the sense of community and conscious devotion. The fusion of harmonious Shaker hymns and ritualized movements reinforces the collective identity. But at what point do rigid values ​​push the individual to the limits of his or her devotion?

Tero Saarinen Company

Forum at the Castle Park

The evening will feature three contemporary dance works, crafted by Finland’s leading choreographers. In addition to world premieres of Hanna Brotherus and Johanna Nuutinen’s pieces, Kenneth Kvarnström will showcase a revised version of his beloved Carmen?!.

It’s time

With Christmas just around the corner, the Opera House invites audiences to a celebration to remember. Our festive spectacle on the Main Stage is a fast-paced and heartwarming rollercoaster full of surprises.

Erika Turunen

Events

Upcoming events

16 - 17 Dec, 2026

Christmas at the Finnish National Opera and Ballet · Finnish National Opera and Ballet

Past events

13 - 15 Aug, 2026

The Sugar Factory 2026 · Finnish National Opera and Ballet

Jul 20, 2025

Tero Saarinen Company · Ludwigsburger Schlossfestspiele

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