About
Bobbi Lo Produktion creates innovative art for children and youth that speaks to all senses and therefore becomes open and inclusive. Led by artistic directors Lava Markusson and Michael Tang, Bobbi Lo Produktion has its base in Malmö and has produced artistic works for stage, digital festivals and commissions with premieres in Sweden and abroad since 2018. Bobbi Lo Produktion works to create a universe for its audiences where dance is the foundation and sound, costume and set design become a landscape to step into. With an articulate movement language and sharp aesthetics, Bobbi Lo Produktion creates performances where the audience gets to meet both themselves and the dancers very closely.
“We value a close relationship with the audience, recognizing the importance of creating a shared and intimate experience before, during and after each performance.” – Michael Tang
Bobbi Lo Produktion’s work is characterised by a strong physical expression, the themes of which is based on an interest in human behaviour and how art for young audiences can question and create dialogue around it. By creating provocative performances rooted in its time, Bobbi Lo Production works to provoke thoughts and reflections about our own existence, and society today.
“The charismatic and energy-filled dance enhances the emotions. It’s uncomfortable, dark, joyful, incomprehensible, and humorous – simply really good.” Review of Reali-tea in Skånska Dagbladet by Sophie Lossing.
Artistic directors and choreographers
Lava Markusson and Michael Tang co-founded Bobbi Lo Production in 2018. They hold the positions of artistic directors, choreographers, and dancers within the company. In their roles as artistic and daily leaders, they are responsible for the overall operations, production, touring, communication, and personnel management of the company.
Lava Markusson, born in Jokkmokk in north of Sweden, embarked on her artistic journey by pursuing education at P.A.R.T.S, Balettakademien and Danshögskolan in Stockholm. Throughout her dynamic career as a dancer, she has contributed her artistry to companies like Norrdans and Regionteater Väst, collaborating with esteemed choreographers such as Mari Carrasco, Jo Strømgren, Thomas Noon, Örjan Andersson, Ina Christel Johannessen, Ingun Bjørnsgaard, and Camilla Ekelöf, among others.
In her role as a choreographer, Lava has crafted captivating pieces, including; Jag vet en hemlighet, Noget lidt anderledes, Farliga Fiskar and together with Michael Tang; DO AS I SAY, KOLONISTERNA, Reali-tea and THIS IS NOT A RELIGION. Their diverse and innovative contributions to the world of dance showcase their talent and creative vision.
Michael Tang, born in Jelling in Denmark, did his education at Iwanson School of Contemporary Dance.
As a dancer he has worked with choreographers and companies like Don Gnu, Regionteater Väst, Mari Carrasco, Helena Franzen, René Vinther, Camilla Ekelöf, Charlotte Öfverholm, Martin Forsberg, and many others. In his role within Bobbi Lo Produktion, Michael emphasises the strong Nordic connection within the company. This connection, rooted in the cultural identity of the Nordic region, adds a unique and powerful dimension to the work. Moreover, his commitment to these elements reflects not only his artistic vision but also his desire to create meaningful connections through the universal language of dance.
Hanna Falk, strategic producer
Hanna Falk operates as a versatile freelance dance producer, undertaking assignments for several esteemed companies, including Bobbi Lo Produktion, Alma Söderberg Studio, Claire Parsons Co, and KROPPSKLUBBEN. Her professional expertise centres around organisational development, where she actively engages in enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of these companies. In her role, she is instrumental in shaping organisational structures, contributing to strategic planning initiatives, and overseeing comprehensive financial matters.
Bobbi Lo Produktion is receiving an operating grant from The Swedish Arts Council and Malmö Stad.
