Harijono Roebana studied modern dance at the Amsterdam Theatre School as well as philosophy and theatre sciences at the University of Amsterdam. He danced in various productions created by Dutch/Belgian based choreographers. Since his graduation Harijono Roebana worked as an independent choreographer. His collaboration with Andrea Leine started in 1989. Harijono Roebana danced in many choreographies of Leine & Roebana.