Kristine Matilainen

The new LAPS master’s students have begun their studies in August.

In this blog post, I look back at my first year as an MA Choreography student, sharing a collage of insights, notes, findings and moments that will stay with me as we begin the second, and last, year of our studies.

The Colloquium on Artistic Research in Performing Arts CARPA8 took place at the Theatre Academy of the University of the Arts Helsinki between August 24–26, 2023. CARPA8 inquired into what happens to artistic research when it takes a dramaturgical twist.

As an educator, doctoral candidate Erlikh continually noticed a lack of dance opportunities for people with intellectual disabilities in the United States.

The international alumni interview series continues with an interview with Yoko Takeda, by student ambassador Christy Ma.

In the international alumni interview series Christy Ma interviews Nicolina Stylianou, a performer with a strong background in visual arts and design.

Tools for surviving Finnish winter from student ambassador Elle.

In this post, questions related to the policies by the new Finnish far-right government are asked, and 3 Kuva international students from non-EU countries Australia, Taiwan and Russia will be answering them.

Student ambassador Rong-Ci’s recommendations on Helsinki’s eateries.

In addition to paintings, Hannaleena Heiska delves into installation, film, and drawing. The alumni interview series continues.

Interview by student ambassador Elle.

Student ambassador Elle interviews Andre Ng on his study journey.