- What fascinates me most in acting is the profound fusion of mind, body, and spirit—a unity that transforms performance into something truly transcendent. It is the ability to radiate life’s raw authenticity and peculiarities, to create moments of magic that awaken something deep within us. Art has the power to dissolve barriers, to forge invisible threads between people, ideas, and the universe itself. It is a force that provokes profound empathy, ignites imagination, and stirs the soul—pushing us not just to laugh and feel, but to reconnect with something greater than ourselves.

Currently, I am developing a theatre project, "Mother Earth, Save Us! – Make Nature Sexy Again," inspired by the remarkable longevity and happiness of the Sardinian people. This research-driven project explores our lost connection to nature, our bodies, and our well-being. It was made possible through the support of the European Union’s Culture Moves Europe fund and Goethe-Institut. Learn more about it here.

Beyond theatre, I am passionate about storytelling in its many forms. I have created short films with my partner, exploring themes of vulnerability and self-expression. Watch them here. As an advocate for holistic well-being, I have also produced baking and meditation videos that merge creativity, nourishment, and mindfulness. Discover them here.

At the heart of everything I do is voice—as a tool, as a right, and as a force for change. Voice is the bridge between our inner and outer worlds, shaping how we express, connect, and exist. When it is free, we can be free. This belief fuels my passion for exploring the depths of voice work, uncovering its potential for personal and collective transformation.

In spring 2025, I will be offering voice workshops where we will come together to discover, unlock, and reclaim the full power of our voices. Learn more here.

Fanny Paananen, a trained actor (FIA) and theatre artist.