In late February, the ASIMUT team spent an inspiring day in Copenhagen meeting long-term clients and gaining insight into the daily operations of leading cultural institutions, ending the day with a performance at the Opera.
At the Royal Danish Academy of Music, located in the historic Radiohuset on Rosenørns Allé, we were guided through the building by Head of studies Mads Creutzburg. Built in the 1930s, the house is a remarkable example of Danish functionalism, combining aesthetic clarity and beauty with practical design, and offering a unique atmosphere shaped by decades of creativity and cultural life.
The visit highlighted how a large and active institution depends on clear structure and coordination to support a creative environment. This balance is exactly what ASIMUT is designed to support.
At the School of Performing Arts, we met with Line Halkjær and Dénise Stockmann. Meeting the people who use ASIMUT in their daily work and hearing their feedback is invaluable – not least for those members of the ASIMUT team who do not have regular contact with clients.
It was also striking to see posters from past cohorts – featuring actors who have since become well-known names, both in Denmark and internationally, such as Nikolaj Coster-Waldau and Lars Mikkelsen.
An unforgettable highlight of the day was experiencing the Royal Danish Theatre from the inside. Guided by theatre and stage director Kasper Holten himself, we were taken on a deeply engaging and insightful tour through both the well-known and the more hidden parts of the theatre. From the roof and the royal box (complete with its private elevator) to the costume workshops and prop rooms, it was a rare glimpse into the many layers and craftsmanship behind a production – led by someone whose passion and knowledge made the experience all the more memorable.
Throughout the day, one thing stood out: the people behind the scenes. The administrators and coordinators who keep everything running smoothly, ensuring that students, teachers and performers know where to be and when. They may not be the ones on stage, but they are essential to making every cultural experience possible.
Going behind the scenes is not only about having a great day, but about understanding the everyday reality of our clients. The better we understand their environment, structure and challenges, the better we can support and develop solutions that truly match their needs.
The day ended in the best possible way: dinner followed by Come Fly Away at the Opera House on Holmen – a vibrant dance performance set to Frank Sinatra’s timeless classics.
Late in the evening, we returned to Aarhus full of impressions after a memorable trip.
