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The Legacy of the Uncompromising Critic

The Henrik Lyding Memorial Foundation elevates Danish performing arts by supporting new talent, outstanding artists and groundbreaking productions. In doing so, we keep alive the spirit and legacy of late theatre critic Henrik Lyding.

awards

Every year on 7th May, Henrik Lyding’s birthday, we award the Harlequin statuette to performing artists across theatre, dance, musical, pantomime and revue in recognition of exceptional dedication and artistic integrity.

Production grant


grants

Alongside our annual awards, we offer production grants on an ongoing basis to stage projects that demonstrate artistic ambition, professional rigour and a clear creative vision. Applications are welcomed throughout the year.

about Us

The Henrik Lyding Memorial Foundation was established to carry forward his passion for the performing arts, supporting artists from emerging talent to distinguished practitioners, alongside groundbreaking productions that might otherwise go unrealised.

Harlequin Award Recipients 2025

The Harlequin is awarded in three categories, honouring artists across the full breadth of the performing arts: the Performing Arts Prize, the Honorary Prize and the Talent Prize.

Hedegaard
Thorbjørn

Actor

Thorbjørn Hedegaard

Actor. An original voice with an innate ability to turn vulnerability into strength on stage.

Mayah Larsen
Alexander

Actor, Director and Theatre Director

Alexander Mayah Larsen

Actor, playwright and theatre director. A fearless storyteller who opens the stage to the voices that Danish theatre has never truly heard.

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Wold
Susse

Actor

Susse Wold

Actor. An elegant, effortless performer whose keen eye and charming glances reach every corner of the theatre.

Rosenbaum
Pia

Actor and Director

Pia Rosenbaum

Actor and director. An inquisitive and warm artist of rare range, with a lifetime devoted to theatre that speaks to what is essential.

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Edvardsen
Tommy

Character Dancer and Director

Tommy Edvardsen

Character dancer and director at Tivoli Ballet Theatre. A spirited keeper of the pantomime tradition with unrivalled timing and a genuine joy in performance.

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