Anna Hellstén

Art pedagogy, applied theatre

Anna Hellstén is a Lecturer in Theatre at Turku University of Applied Sciences, Arts Academy. Her areas of expertise include arts pedagogy, applied theatre, audience engagement, and arts-based methods for learning, wellbeing, and community development. She is actively involved in international research and development projects that connect arts, education, inclusion, and wellbeing. Her interests focus on fostering creativity, interaction, group processes, and a sense of community through artistic and participatory approaches.