Ballet & Dance Since the 17th century, dance has been a byword for ballet in Denmark. At that time ballet arrived in Denmark and at courts all over Europe, taking their cue from the French court.
One of the greatest Danish names in terms of international ballet is August Bournonville, who in the 19th century made a lot of effort to improve the technical abilities of Danish ballet dancers, while simultaneously cultivating a unique Danish style. A style that still characterises the internationally renowned choreography at the Royal Danish School of Ballet.
Modern and new danceModern and new dance came to Denmark at a relatively late point. It was not until the 1960s and 1970s that the Danish dance scene took an interest in these new styles. Modern and new dance in Denmark are inspired by Martha Graham, Merce Cunningham, Isadora Duncan, among others.
TheatreIn general, Danish theatre is characterised by productions of plays within a wide variety of genres – comedy, drama, plays for children, experimental plays etc. The Royal Theatre is the Danish national scene, where the repertoire consists of Danish and Foreign drama. In addition, there is a profusion of both large and small theatres across the country.
