tuuraladans

Tanja Tuurala is a choreographer, dancer and pedagogue based in Stockholm. Her practice is grounded in choreography,  performance and movement, unfolding as both a thinking and making practice.
This channel is a doorway into her approach. Tanja’s attention is drawn to the work itself and to the interpersonal relationships and conditions that make it possible. Her practice fosters communication with diverse audiences, often through participatory processes where playfulness is central. Humor, subtle gestures and resisting the expected open space for surprise and moments that gently disarm the viewer.
Her choreography is hybrid, shaped by her pedagogical work and a lifelong journey through flamenco, hip hop, house culture, contemporary dance. It unfolds non-linearly, embracing unpredictability and inviting audiences into encounters beyond anticipation. Humor and lightness coexist with depth, allowing the work to oscillate between seriousness and play.

Email: tuuraladans@yahoo.se