RAW – a bold triple bill

An evening of three works by Susanna Leinonen Company at the Erkko Hall draws a powerful arc across the group’s nearly 25-year journey. This three-part performance showcases Leinonen’s distinctive and expressive choreographic style, marked by physical precision, emotional intensity, and a bold approach that pushes the boundaries of movement, blending ballet and contemporary dance. The evening offers a rare opportunity to dive into the artistic world of one of Finland’s most influential contemporary dance makers – to see where it all began and what new is emerging right now.

no one, just your friend

No One, Just Your Friend found its form in the long hours of the choreographer’s sleepless nights. The work explores life and various emotions, including the dark side of the human mind. The movement language ranges form a monitoring phase to polished and dynamic expression.

Choreography Susanna Leinonen 
MusicTapani Rinne 
Lighting Design Hanna Käyhkö 
Costumes Annette Tamminen 
Dancers will be revealed shortly

Duration: 26 min 

World premiere: 23.3.2000 Finnish National Ballet, Almi Hall 
Dancers in the original version  Kaisu Hölttä, Virpi Juntti ja Susanna Leinonen

trickle green oak

Trickle, Green Oak is a work for four dancers, a strangely austere view of a mystical world. The movement language stems from the conflict between the strength of the body and its vulnerability.

Choreography Susanna Leinonen
Music Mia Erlin
Costumes Erika Turunen
Set Design Erika Turunen, Olli-Pekka Koivunen and Susanna Leinonen
Lighting Design: Olli-Pekka Koivunen
Dancers will be revealed shortly

Duration: 18 min

World premiere 31.10.2003 Finnish National Ballet
Dancers in the original version Salla Eerola, Johanna Nuutinen, Sara Saviola, Maria Tamminen
Production Finnish National Ballet

Pain Killer

Pain Killer continues Leinonen’s artistic journey into the realms of the body and the human experience.

Choreography: Susanna Leinonen
Music Kasperi Laine
Video  Ville Seppänen
Lighting Design Teemu Nurmelin
Costume Design Sari Nuttunen
Costume Production Suvi-Tuulia Pajunen
Dancers will be revealed shortly

Duration approx. 40 min.
World premiere 8th of October 2025, Tanssin talo, Erkko Hall

RAW – five shows in October 2025
Wednesday 8th of October at 7 PM
Thursday 9th of October at 7 PM
Friday 10th of October at 7 PM incl. artist discussion in Finnish after the show, duration 20-30 min.
Saturday 11th of October at 2 PM & 6 PM

Approximate showtime 2 hours including two intermissions
Technical production of the triple bill Teemu Nurmelin and Marianne Lagus

Seating categories at Erkko Hall: A+ / A / B
Early bird 41 / 38 / 34 / wheelchair 34 €
Standard 55 / 50 / 45 €
Retiree 45 / 40 / 35 €
Wheelchair accessible seating (includes a seat for an assistant, 4 available for each show on row 1) 45 €
Reduced price (under 25 yrs., student, unemployed, military and civil service) 45 / 40 / 35 €
Professional in the arts field (maximum 2 tickets/card, only A and B seats) 40 / 35 €
Group (minimum 10 people) 43 / 38 / 33 €
PWYC (restricted amount per show, only A and B seats): 15 / 10 €

Early bird prices are valid for a limited time only, -25 % of standard ticket prices. Secure your seats now!