Maria Rutanen

Maria Rutanen (FI) is a dance artist, teacher, and choreographer working in Berlin. She holds a Master’s degree in Choreography from the Inter-University Center for Dance Berlin (HZT). Since 2011 she has realized her choreographic work and been part of various collaborative projects. Currently, she works in filmmaking. Her approach to dance and choreography is influenced by somatic practices, instant composition, and contact improvisation, which she is also teaching. She has taught dance and movement in Finland, Germany, Denmark, Bolivia, India, and Iran. www.mariarutanen.com