Theatre Academy
We are a reformer of the performing arts and offer the highest education in theatre, dance and writing in Finland.
About us
Uniarts Helsinki’s Theatre Academy offers bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral programmes in performing arts. Our graduates pursue careers as lighting and sound designers, dancers, choreographers, dance and theatre pedagogues, actors, directors, dramaturges and performance artists. We also offer a Degree Programme in Acting in Swedish.
Art, performances, education and research are in constant interaction with each other at the Theatre Academy. Acquiring a set of skills is the foundation to build off of, but the ultimate goal is to develop students’ thinking and help them grow into artists.
Performances are a significant part of the core of the teaching and research at Uniarts Helsinki’s Theatre Academy, which is why they are also included in the degree requirements. For students, performances are an instrument for producing art, a research tool and an opportunity for hands-on learning.
The Theatre Academy hosts about 50 premiers per year, and the majority of them are open to the public. Anyone can join the audience by purchasing a ticket from the Theatre Academy ticket sales.
Studies
Our 14 degree programmes and centre for joint studies offer a variety of options. Find out more about our offering and admissions.
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Study options
Learn more about our study options that lead to a bachelor’s, master’s or doctoral degree in the arts (dance, or theatre and drama).
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For applicants
Admissions guides, requirements and contact information for Admissions Offices.
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World-class education and research
Find out how we place in university rankings and read about the quality of our education and research.
Research
We are a forerunner in artistic research in performing arts. Our research activities are run by The Performing Arts Research Centre Tutke.
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The Performing Arts Research Centre Tutke and Doctoral Studies at the Theatre Academy
The internationally networked research centre promotes artistic research in performing arts and their pedagogy.
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Doctoral Programme of Artistic Research in Performing Arts
Deepen your expertise and become an artist-researcher at the Theatre Academy.
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Theatre Academy’s publications
Our publication series include research publications, reports, topical pamphlets, and support materials for teaching performing arts.
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Research
The special nature of our research is based on direct and rich interaction between research and art.
Art and events
Through performance, our students get to make and explore art and learn by doing. Learn more about performances and events.
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Event calendar
Browse the Theatre Academy’s events.
Deans
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Maarit Ruikka
- Dean, Theatre Academy
- +358 400 792 099
- Contact: aapo.juusti@uniarts.fi
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Ville Sandqvist
- +358503090132
- ville.sandqvist@uniarts.fi
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Leena Rouhiainen
- +358400792093
- leena.rouhiainen@uniarts.fi
Professors and heads of programme
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Eeva Anttila
- +358405858415
- eeva.anttila@uniarts.fi
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Tomi Humalisto
- +358405074551
- tomi.humalisto@uniarts.fi
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Otso Huopaniemi
- +358505288364
- otso.huopaniemi@uniarts.fi
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Jari Kauppinen
- +358400792154
- jari.kauppinen@uniarts.fi
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Tuija Kokkonen
- +358503250708
- tuija.kokkonen@uniarts.fi
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Elina Knihtilä
- +358505240927
- elina.knihtila@uniarts.fi
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Saana Lavaste
- +358505273873
- saana.lavaste@uniarts.fi
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Kirsi Monni
- Professor in Choreography, Theatre Academy
- +358405456350
- kirsi.monni@uniarts.fi
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Eeva Muilu
- +358456349704
- eeva.muilu@uniarts.fi
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Tero Nauha
- +358504710467
- tero.nauha@uniarts.fi
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Leena Rouhiainen
- +358400792093
- leena.rouhiainen@uniarts.fi
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Riku Saastamoinen
- +358400792037
- riku.saastamoinen@uniarts.fi
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Kristian Smeds
- +358504359655
- kristian.smeds@uniarts.fi
Alumni and graduates
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For alumni
Build your networks, improve your skills and discover fresh perspectives into art and arts education.
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Max Catalogue
Browse graduates of Uniarts Helsinki’s Theatre Academy.
International Theatre Academy
By actively participating in international networks and collaboration projects we develop our education, artistic activity and research.
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Student exchange
The University of the Arts Helsinki offers exchange students an excellent range of study options.
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Visiting Experts Lecture Series
Invited international experts in the arts and sciences share their knowledge in Theatre Academy’s open lecture series.
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Excellent feedback from exchange students
The University of the Arts Helsinki (Uniarts Helsinki) has been selected as a best practice university when it comes to mobility. There has been a significant increase in the number of exchange students applying to study music, in particular.
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How to apply for exchange studies at the Theatre Academy
Application information for the academic year 2020-21. Find out who can apply and how.
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Comparative Dramaturgy and Performance Research
The two-year Master’s studies are organised with four European universities.
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Master’s Studies in Directing
Starting in autumn 2020, we offer master’s studies in directing also in English.
History
Learn about Theatre Academy’s history and how three academies merge to become the University of the Arts Helsinki.
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Our history
The three academies of Uniarts Helsinki have roots deep within the Finnish art education and history of art. Read our story.
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Theatre Academy’s key years and rectors
Read about the Theatre Academy’s important years and rectors from the time before the University of the Arts Helsinki.
