Company Spotlight
Finnish National Ballet
The Finnish National Ballet is Finland's flagship company, sharing a home with the Finnish National Opera in Helsinki. They balance the big classical staples with newer contemporary work. It's the kind of company that anchors ballet for a whole country.
Fast facts
- Founded
- 1922
- Based in
- Helsinki, Finland
- Style
- Classical and contemporary
- Home venue
- Finnish National Opera House
What Finnish National Ballet is known for
- Finland's national ballet company
- Based at the Finnish National Opera
- Classical and contemporary repertoire
- Helsinki home seasons
Notable figures
Over its history, Finnish National Ballet has been shaped by dancers and choreographers including .
How to see Finnish National Ballet
You can see them at the Finnish National Opera House in Helsinki, where they perform alongside the opera company across the season.
Ballets in the repertoire
Classic ballets you may catch Finnish National Ballet perform include Swan Lake, The Nutcracker, Giselle.
Good to know
Frequently Asked Questions
Where does the Finnish National Ballet perform?
The company is based at the Finnish National Opera House in Helsinki.
Is the Finnish National Ballet Finland's main company?
Yes, it is the national ballet company of Finland.
When was Finnish National Ballet founded?
Finnish National Ballet was founded in 1922 and is based in Helsinki, Finland.
Where is Finnish National Ballet based?
Finnish National Ballet is based in Helsinki, Finland, and performs at Finnish National Opera House.
Who are some notable dancers associated with Finnish National Ballet?
Notable figures connected with Finnish National Ballet include .