willman dance company
Willman Dance Company is a contemporary dance group based in Helsinki.
WDC consists of artists united by a passion for dance and performing arts.



company
founded in 2012
MORE THAN 10 WORKS
contemporary dance, dance theatre and multi-art works
performances for both adults and children
people
Artistic designers
Dancers
musicians
Mission
Willman Dance Company's mission is to create high-quality dance performances for both adults and children. Art and cultural education for audiences of all ages lies at the heart of this mission, aiming to bring as many people as possible closer to the world of dance.
vision
The vision is to foster diverse and movement-rich artistic interaction with the audience. The goal is to lower the threshold for engaging with dance as an art form, recognizing that for many in society, dance can feel unfamiliar or inaccessible.
Values
operational quality
A core value is operational quality, which encompasses the realization of equality and equity, as well as the promotion of workplace well-being. Both in artistic and production work, a healthy and supportive working environment is created and maintained.
dance is movement
Movement-rich dance is upheld, nurtured, and continuously developed. The audience is offered works where movement is the central focus of the performance. The dancers’ bodily capacity for expression is highly valued.
Ecology
A long-term mission of the company has been to promote sustainable development in the production of art and culture. Costumes and set materials in performances are made using recycled materials.
Security
A safe environment is maintained where racism, discrimination, inappropriate behavior, or sexual harassment are not tolerated. The humanity and professional expertise of all collaborators are respected.Turvallisemman tilan periaatteita.
impact and responsibility
A core value of the company is impact and responsibility. Through artistic creation, it seeks to influence societal issues, recognizing its responsibility for the future of society.
works
Willman Dance Company’s distinctive stage works address current societal issues with a human-centered approach. The performances range from narrative to semi-abstract and unfold as multi-layered experiences.

The Power of dance festival
The Power of Dance Festival is held annually in Helsinki. Programming alternates each year—one year focusing on adults, the next on children.

support us
Tanssin Voima association serves as the supporting association for Willman Dance Company and organizes the Power of Dance Festival. You can support our work by becoming a member or a supporting member.