Pauli Hanhiniemen Perunateatteri is a Finnish rock band founded in 1994 by singer-songwriter Pauli Hanhiniemi after the break-up of Kolmas Nainen. Active until 2005, the band released six studio albums and one compilation between 1995 and 2004, leaving behind a catalogue of well-loved Finnish rock songs. After nearly two decades off the road, the band returned to the stage in 2025 and has continued touring into 2026.
The band announced a seven-city autumn 2026 tour of Finland, running from 16 to 31 October.
The spring 2025 comeback tour featured 15 concerts across Finland, with several sold-out shows.
The band released a new single 'Koulu on tyhmää' ahead of their first comeback performance at Pauli Hanhiniemi's 60th birthday event in Tampere.
The band's return after nearly 20 years was announced in November 2024, with a spring 2025 Finnish tour confirmed.
concert21:00Pauli Hanhiniemen Perunateatteri performs at Apollo in Turku. The band is known for its 1990s and 2000s hits including Perso elämälle and Siipeen jos sain.
concert19:00Pauli Hanhiniemi's Potato Theatre performs in Hämeenlinna. The band is known for its 1990s and 2000s hits and is now touring seven towns.
concert19:00Pauli Hanhiniemi's Potato Theatre performs at On The Rocks. Tickets from 32 euros.