About the Minnesota Dance Theatre Company

For the past fifty years the mission of Minnesota Dance Theatre has been to create masterful and provocative dance performances which entertain and inspire audiences.

Minnesota Dance Theatre (MDT) was founded in 1962 by Loyce Houlton, one of the first American women to gain international recognition as a choreographer, teacher and producer.

In doing this she embarked on an artistic journey that would change the Twin Cities’ artistic landscape and have a lasting impact on the world of dance. National recognition for its innovative performances helped established MDT as the flagship dance company in Minnesota.

In 1995, Lise Houlton was appointed artistic director, having recently retired from an acclaimed international performing career that included Stuttgart Ballet and American Ballet Theatre.

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