Biography

Mr Penttila has been a program advisor for the National Theatre de Chaillot in Paris, France, since September 2011. Of the five state owned national theatres in France, National Theatre Chaillot for Dance is the only one which is dedicated solely to dance.

In 2000-2011 he worked at the National Chorégraphiques Center; CCN Ballet de Lorraine, in Nancy, as artist advisor and was responsible for touring and rehearsals for new creations by international invited choreographers. He was responsible also for archives and dance films and videos for the center; making filming dance and editing for archives.

From 1982-2000 he worked as a dancer and a teacher in contemporary dance in France.

In 1982 he graduated from University of Dance of State of Sweden, Stockholm.

In 2006 he was awarded by the State of France the “Chevalier de L’Ordre des Arts et Lettres”.

Curatorial statement

National Theatre Chaillot for Dance is dedicated to contemporary dance, presenting a season of works from September to June. Annually, they program forty different dance shows which together, present approximately 300 performances.

Dates attending Dance Massive: 10 - 22 March

Jarmo Penttila’s visit is supported by the Australian Embassy.