Björnkrönikan

The name “Björnkrönikan” alludes to the medieval work “Erikskrönikan”, a chronicle in verse recounting Sweden’s early medieval history.

Björnkrönikan is a rhyming text set to music that gives a thorough account of the Middle Ages across Western Europe, with a particular focus on the Nordic region and what later became Sweden.

In Björnkrönikan, you will experience musical virtuosity combined with masterful storytelling.

Joining him is a dazzling array of some of Sweden’s most accomplished musicians, including Kristin Fornfela Svensson, whose strong personality and sparkling musicianship have made her an integral part of the work.

On drums is Johan Ludvig Rask, on bass Andreas Grönberg, and on piano/horn/trumpet Fredrik Carlzon, PLUS a guest artist and choir.

Björnkrönikan sold out at Södra teatern in spring 2026, and due to high demand, the show is now moving to the historic Oscarsteatern.

Björnkrönikan is considered the most educational, most unique and funniest stage experience since the days of Eric the Holy.

Björn Ende is a pianist, songwriter and composer who has been compared to a Tom Lehrer or Povel Ramel for the 2020s.

He received the “Funny Bones” comedy award for his solo show “Brev till Ryssland” at Stockholm Fringe 2024.

He has toured extensively as a musician and performer, both solo and with various ensembles.

Björn Ende has also been commissioned as a songwriter by many different groups and individuals.

He wrote the lyrics and music for Skansen’s summer production, the 1950s pastiche musical “Tillbaka till tvättiden”, which was and is being performed on the summer stage at Bollnästorget at Skansen in the summers of 2024 and 2025.

He has recently appeared in TV4’s comedy production “Gilla läget”, where he improvises songs with Claes and Perla Malmberg, among others, and in Amazon’s comedy production LOL alongside Sussie Eriksson and Robert Gustafsson, among others.