Guiding principles
Dansehallerne, situated in Copenhagen with a sub-branch in Aarhus, is a national center for dance and choreography dedicated to cultivating a dynamic, sustainable ecosystem for the art form in Denmark, as well as functioning as an integrating dance hub internationally.
The organization is distinguished by its commitment to presenting and co-producing a diverse range of national and international dance and choreographic performances. Continuously aiming for a broader impact, Dansehallerne operates as a catalyst for in-depth peer-to-peer discussions, industry-related discourses, public events, and workshops, as a provider of high-level professional training, and a steadfast supporter of dance artists, defined by a strong sense of creative urgency, at every stage of their production processes.
Dansehallerne offers a diverse and multifaceted program of performances, allowing audiences to explore various forms of expression within dance and choreography. Each year, more than 60,000 people of all ages across the country have the opportunity to experience Danish and international productions.
It's a fundamental priority for the organization to be inclusive and transcend cultural, ethnic, physical, age, and gender-related boundaries, and to use the platform to promote diversity, intercultural, and interpersonal understanding through the curatorial practice, the facilitators of the daily training and workshop events, and the productions presented on stage.
Building and facilities
In mid-2024, Dansehallerne moved into a vast 4,600-square-meter historical building in the renowned Carlsberg City District, formerly the boiler room of beer production, now respectfully renovated for a triple-digit million amount (DKK) and transformed into what the chief project architect defines as “something near a cathedral of dance.” These new facilities further provide a strong community base for the industry to connect and perform, a gateway to enhance the general public’s interest in and knowledge about dance and will support more educational and societal initiatives with both local and global reach.
On 31 August 2024, Dansehallerne joyously opens its doors to the public, the dance community, friends, sponsors, and municipal and governmental representatives. This grand celebratory event will showcase the building and feature an impressive array of national and international talents.
The industrial building Kedelhuset with the central location in Copenhagen has been transformed into Denmark's national meeting point for dance and choreography.
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