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Finnish National Theatre transcends the language barrier

Words from above: Surtitles open the National Theatre’s performances to non-Finnish speakers.

The crow and his friends

Slideshow: Engaging nature photos ranging from northern Finnish scenery to Helsinki crows with a sense of humour.

Art apart: Top 8 Helsinki-area home museums

Around the Finnish capital, homes of historically prominent artists and other cultural figures offer art and scenic settings.

Arts & culture Music

Rock in a hard place at Pyhä Unplugged

Absolutely amazing acoustics attract audiences and artists to a gorge in Lapland for the unique Pyhä Unplugged Festival.

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Begin the year brightly

Light shows shower Helsinki landmarks and parks with colour, texture and contrast as 2011 gets started.

Christmas Finnishness

Strangest Greetings from Santa and 23 other extraordinary Finns

This December we’re proud to present an online exhibition showcasing Finland’s weird and wonderful creativity. Twenty-four artists and musicians post refreshingly unconventional Christmas messages to capture your imagination. Enjoy!

Arts & culture Music

Signmark does what he wants

The world’s first deaf rapper, Signmark raps in sign language, taking a stand on issues that matter – in New York’s Washington Square Park, among other places.

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Travel broadens the Kalevala

Two eye-catching exhibitions celebrate the 160th anniversary of the publication of the Kalevala, Finland’s national epic.