Henry Larsen

Henry Larsen is an Associate Professor at the Department of Business and Sustainability, University of Southern Denmark (DBS Kolding). His work bridges theatre practices with organizational and healthcare research, focusing on improvisation, existential aspects of parenthood, and relational dynamics in professional contexts.

• Organizational Change and Improvisation
• Existential Healthcare Communication
• Participatory Theatre Methods

Larsen's research combines theatre-based workshops with qualitative studies, particularly in healthcare settings. He explores how improvisational techniques can foster organizational change and improve patient-provider interactions. His work often involves collaborative projects like the ATHENA training program for healthcare communication and cross-disciplinary initiatives such as the Carbon Dioxide Theatre for climate engagement.

Recent publications highlight his focus on existential transitions in parenthood, vulnerable professional encounters, and participatory innovation processes. Though no explicit awards are listed, his 43 research outputs and 26 projects (including EU-funded Heracles) demonstrate sustained academic impact. He supervises master's theses and teaches courses on applied design research, while his media contributions examine digital workplace dynamics post-pandemic.