Sõltumatu Tantsu Lava (STL) is a theatre and a contemporary dance platform in Telliskivi creative district. STL is focused on producing performances that deal with movement and body while using the expressive means inherent to contemporary performing arts. In addition to performances, STL hosts workshops, creative residencies, educational lectures and organizes Premiere — a platform for up and coming choreographers and a free meeting platform for artists called Greenfield. STL has taken the position of developing Estonian contemporary dance and acting as the spokesman of the field.