Øystein Stene

Øystein Stene is a Lecturer at the Theatre Academy (Oslo National Academy of the Arts) since 2005. He is a multidisciplinary academic and artist, combining roles as a writer, playwright, and director with research and teaching in acting and dramaturgy.

• Education: Literary Studies (MA), University of Bergen (2000)

His research focuses on the intersection of acting theory, dramaturgy, and existential/social themes, particularly guilt, shame, life, and death. He curates the Oslo International Acting Festival and co-hosts the Actors' Podcast, exploring practical and theoretical aspects of performance.

Key publications include the book The Art of Acting (2015), which defines acting as an academic field and examines its history and methods. His recent work spans documentaries, podcasts, and chapters on topics like voice journeys, psychodrama, and gestural theater.

• Collaborations: Gianluca Iumiento, Solveig Laland Mohn, Ivar Furre Aam, Øyvind Frøyland, Petronella Panerus, Harald Fuhrmann, Eduardo Verdo, Maria Rosanna Wennersten, Ola E Bø

His artistic output has been translated into eight languages, including French, German, Spanish, and Swedish, reflecting international recognition of his work.