Welcome to the Carina Ari Foundations


Carina Ari was a famous Swedish prima ballerina. Her life went through many changes. Born in a poor family, she eventually achieved fame, wealth and love.
Her inheritage is dedicated to the world of dance.

About Bengt Häger, the doyen of the foundations, dance impresario, founder of the Dance Museum and the University College of Dance
The Carina Ari Memorial Foundation
- awards scholarships to Swedish young dancers for studies abroad
- promotes quality in research in the field of dance
- provides support for aged dancers
- awards the Carina Ari Medal to individuals who have promoted Swedish dance

The Carina Ari Medal