Swedish Performing Arts for an International Audie
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The Swedish Arts Council is a government authorit
y whose principal task is to implement the cultural policy objectives set by the Swedish Parliament. the objectives state that culture is to be a dynamic, challenging and independent force based on freedom of expression. We are confident that international collaborative projects involving art on its own terms create the conditions for fulfilling this goal. In our globalized world, the arts develop in an international context, and the performing arts in Sweden are players on the international stage. This catalogue does not purport to offer a comprehensive overview of all the performing arts produced and presented in Sweden. There are many organization of various characters not listed here that present performing arts of the highest artistic quality to diverse audiences of all ages. However, the Swedish Arts Council is proud to present a catalogue featuring a wealth of artistic expression: drama, dance, performance, circus, opera and more. The featured practitioners of all these art forms share a desire to bring their art to international audiences and, in so doing, to advance their artistic development. Readers will find everything here, from dance performances for young children to the latest productions by the Royal Ballet of Sweden. A contemporary circus venue is listed next to an independent choreographer. This sums up the Swedish international performing arts today – a disparate mix of high-level artistic accomplishment, where you can find exactly the right production or scene to discover, explore and promote to others. The featured practitioners sent in their information to the Swedish Arts Council in response to an open call, so they are listed on their own initiative and using their own words to describe their artistic activities. All the featured practitioners receive public funding through the Swedish Arts Council or the Swedish Arts Grants Committee. Enjoy!