Birgitte Stien Nordbø

Birgitte Stien Nordbø is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Visual Arts and Drama at the University of Agder. Her work focuses on integrating artistic practices with educational methodologies, particularly in early childhood settings. She explores how drama, performance, and play can foster creativity and critical thinking in children. Nordbø’s research spans narrative storytelling in education, the role of imaginative play in cognitive development, and the design of interactive theatrical experiences for young audiences.

Her academic contributions include publications in DRAMA: Nordisk dramapedagogisk tidsskrift and edited volumes on playful learning strategies. Nordbø’s creative outputs often blend scholarly inquiry with performance art, such as her 2024 piece "Museum for glemte ting", which uses performance to interrogate childhood memory and institutional narratives.

Nordbø holds a strong interest in collaborative storytelling and the application of theater techniques in preschool environments. Her recent work emphasizes the pedagogical value of long-term, complex play scenarios and the role of educators as dramaturgical guides.