The Artists of Einawood X-Mas Show

Ella Fiskum is the artistic director and founder of the Einawood universe. With a background as a dancer, choreographer, director, filmmaker, and producer, she has made her mark both nationally and internationally for more than three decades. In 2012, she created the production “Triptych 0811”, which premiered in New York and became the starting point for what later evolved into the Einawood X-Mas Show.

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That same year, she moved to Eina, where she established R.E.D. – a regional competence center for dance – which today is part of the national budget. She has toured with her productions across much of the world, including the USA, Mexico, Japan, Russia, India, Morocco, and throughout Europe. Through her visionary force and ability to unite different art forms, she has laid the foundation for the unique universe from which the Einawood X-Mas Show emerges.

Ronni Le Tekrø is the musical director of the Einawood X-Mas Show and one of Norway’s most distinctive guitarists. As the founder and front figure of TNT, he has had an international career, and Guitar World USA has ranked him among the world’s most iconic rock guitarists.

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Since 2018, he has been a driving force in the Einawood universe, where his combination of powerful riffs, lyrical melodies, and distinctive vocals gives the production a strong identity. His interpretation of When You Wish Upon a Star has become a highlight that many audience members associate with Christmas.

Mari Cathrine Brostuen Hagen is an actress, writer, and creative performing artist working in the independent field through Brostuen Hagen Productions. She is known from the backyard revue Totenslagere, puppet theater and Hakkebakkeskogen in Gjøvik, as well as productions at Hedmark Teater, the National Theatre, and Teater Innlandet.

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She has been part of the Einawood universe since 2018, contributing a unique combination of humor, satire, improvisation, and stage presence. Mari Cathrine brings energy and spontaneity to the show, making the performance vibrant and unpredictable.

Jo-Terje Sagrusten Høyesveen is educated at Bårdar Dance Institute and has experience as an actor, dancer, and singer. He has performed in productions such as Kirkerottene, Totenslagere, Jesus Christ Superstar, as well as productions at Chat Noir and Det Norske Teatret.

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Since 2019, he has been part of the Einawood universe, contributing both on stage, as a writer, and behind the scenes. With his versatility and strong stage presence, he is an essential member of the ensemble.

Tatsiana R. Sparre has a background in rhythmic gymnastics from her home country of Belarus and is educated at the Oslo National Academy of the Arts and Bårdar Academy. She has performed in Salome at the Norwegian National Opera & Ballet, and has collaborated with dance companies such as herStay, Les Femmes, SB Produksjoner, and Compagnie Contours.

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She has also performed on major stages such as VG-lista Topp 20. Since 2018, she has been part of the Einawood universe, where her elegant and rhythmic expression creates powerful visual moments on stage.

Rodmar Johansen is a vocalist with roots in soul and rhythm & blues. His long career stretches back to his teenage years, and he has collaborated with artists such as OnklP, Karpe, TNT, and Madcon.

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A prominent figure in Gjøvik’s music scene, he works as a freelance artist and contributes to numerous album recordings. Rodmar has been part of the Einawood universe since 2019, and his voice brings both power and soul to the show.

Mikkel Are Olsenlund is a dancer, actor, and choreographer, educated at the National Academy of Ballet (Khio). He has performed in a wide range of major productions across institutional theaters, family shows, and the independent performing arts field.

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He is particularly known for his long-standing collaboration with Jo Strømgren Kompani, with whom he has toured internationally in productions such as A Dance Tribute to the Art of Football, There, and The Virus. In addition, he has appeared in TV productions such as Beforeigners (HBO) and VGS (NRK), and played a central role in Kaptein Sabeltann’s World at Kristiansand Zoo and Amusement Park.

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As a choreographer, he has created productions for the National Theatre and Bærum Children’s Theatre. With his versatility and extensive experience, he is an artist spanning from classical theater to contemporary dance.

Caroline Kløvrud is a film editor educated at the Norwegian TV School in Lillehammer. She has worked on major TV productions such as LUNCH, Ikke lov å le på hytta, and Camp Kulinaris, and runs her own company, Litt Film.

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In the Einawood X-Mas Show, she is a key contributor behind the scenes, where her work with film and video projections is essential to the overall production. She is also a co-creator of the film U.R.E.D.D. and an important part of the development of the 7UPERBIA project.

Trond Augland is a drummer with over 30 years of experience in both live performance and studio work. Based in Gjøvik, he regularly plays with Rita Eriksen and Trond Nagell-Dahl, in addition to extensive freelance and studio collaborations.

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Throughout his career, he has worked with renowned artists such as Jørn Hoel, Viggo Sandvik, Steinar Albrigtsen, Geir Lystrup, and Lars Bremnes, and has toured extensively with Rikskonsertene. Trond has been part of the Einawood universe since 2021, where his dynamic drumming provides rhythmic drive and energy to the performance.