Political work

PAHN builds knowledge and experience from the performing arts sector to a political level in order to contribute to structural development for the field, as well as increased knowledge and understanding of the performing arts as a whole.

Since 1977, we have promoted and strengthened Norwegian performing arts both nationally and internationally – evolving from a membership organisation into a foundation. Our work has been essential in developing infrastructures, primarily for the independent sector. While the independent performing arts sector is a significant part of the organisation's purpose, our core tasks make the organisation important for the field as a whole. We advocate for a holistic performing arts sector.

Our vision is a vibrant sector, and to achieve the goal of a performing arts field that is sustainable, dynamic, future-oriented, and active, we must work to strengthen weak structures and contribute to development while building strong capabilities.

Our work evolves in close contact with the sector and other professional organisations, through knowledge development, participation in public discourse, and mapping exercises.

We write a number of consultation responses and articles, and maintain regular contact with the authorities.

Our political consultation responses and other relevant documents are accessible on the Norwegian site:

Be like water by Kari Hoaas – Photo Kim S. Falck-Jørgensen