Our Story

DanceLab Dansens Hus was created from a belief that high-quality performing arts should not be limited to major cultural capitals. Based in Tromsø, in Northern Norway, DanceLab has developed into a platform for contemporary dance, urban culture and international artistic exchange.

Since its beginning, DanceLab has worked across disciplines and communities, combining professional artistic production with education, participation and cultural development. Through performances, festivals, workshops and residencies, the organisation creates spaces where local audiences meet artists from Norway and around the world.

Over the years, DanceLab has produced interdisciplinary stage works, developed international collaborations and built long-term cultural initiatives in the Arctic region. The organisation’s activities range from professional theatre productions through BAT Dance Company to the Arctic Jam festival and artist residency programs focused on research, experimentation and collaboration.

DanceLab’s work is rooted in the idea that art can create dialogue, strengthen communities and open new perspectives across cultures, generations and backgrounds. By working both locally and internationally, DanceLab aims to contribute to a stronger and more accessible performing arts field in Northern Norway.

Today, DanceLab continues to develop new productions, partnerships and artistic opportunities while building bridges between professional performing arts, youth culture and community engagement.

                                                       Our DansensHus

We run classes in middle of sentrum of Tromsø city, which are, literally, our 2nd home. Together, we have 3 beautiful studio spaces that can be hired casually or on an ongoing basis, and that are suitable for a variety of activities. DanceLab DansensHus is 600 m2 large, suitable for larger gatherings or even concert hire fully mounted with wardrobes and an large bar integrated in the lounge area.