Circus and dance are international arts that know no language barriers and can be enjoyed in a variety of environments even outside traditional theatres or arenas.
The practice of circus and dancing is more popular than ever across all age groups. Social circus and community dance, on the other hand, encompass a wide range of ways of using these arts for physical, mental and social well-being.
In this section you can read a summary of the characteristics of the Finnish circus and a brief history of dance in Finland.