Dance Theatre Hurjaruuth is a dynamic dance company which has produced over 100 first premieres in 30 years. Their performances have inspired children and youngsters all over Finland and abroad. The group's current director is the choreographer Arja Pettersson. Hurjaruuth's aim is to break down the barriers of contemporary dance by cooperating with circus artists, musicians, writers and visual artists. Each year Hurjaruuth presents the company’s signature work, Winter Circus, which thrills audiences of all ages with its aerial stunts, juggling, magic and eye-boggling entertainment. The company has a studio at the Cable Factory in Helsinki.
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Dance Theatre employs a great number of visiting artists and other employees. In the year 2000, for example, 87 people were employed.