Suvi Honkanen is a celebrated ballet dancer and performer trained in the USA, Russia, and Finland. She performed with the Finnish National Ballet from 2010 to 2019 in both classical and contemporary works and won awards at international and national competitions. A pioneer in Finnish dance culture, Suvi courageously highlights the emotional challenges of ballet, with her viral Pointe Magazine article inspiring vital industry conversations. She is also a trained actress with roles in international films and a Best Actress award at California’s Indie Awards, and she holds a journalism certificate from UCLA.

With a deep passion for contemporary ballet, Suvi remains committed to fostering a more inclusive future in dance.