MDT School Divisions
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Primary
Learn the basics of movement and joys of dance for ages 4–7.
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Preparatory
A foundational learning program for students ages 7–12.
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Upper
A pre-professional ballet program for dancers ages 10-18.
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Pre-Professional
A pre-professional ballet program for dancers ages 15–18.
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Open Adult
A beginner to advanced program for adults starting at age 16.
The World Premiere of
The Nutcracker Suite
Celebrate the holiday season with Minnesota Dance Theatre's world premiere of The Nutcracker Suite, December 18–20 at The Cowles Center for Dance & the Performing Arts!
This all-new production running approximately 90 minutes features original choreography by internationally acclaimed artists and is the ideal introduction to ballet for young children while offering something special for seasoned dance lovers.
Each performance features live orchestral accompaniment by Lakes Area Music Festival, creating an unforgettable holiday experience.
Tickets:
$40 General Admission | $25 Children (12 & under)
Make your mark on our new home.
Studio 1
1,805 SF
Studio 2
1,688 SF
Studio 3
1,395 SF
Donor acknowledgment will be displayed by the studio.
Choose a studio and sponsor a section of its dance floor. Each approximately 2 ft Ă— 2 ft section is $100. Click any green section to add it to your gift.
Choose your studio
$100 per sectionThe illustrative 2 ft Ă— 2 ft grid fills each studio's floor shape, including smaller edge pieces. Studio outlines and grid proportions are illustrative pending dimension verification; edge sections may be partial.
3 sections marked unavailable from MDT records. Last checked 12:48:01 PM.
Please Note: Floor sections are available on a first-come, first-served basis. While our map is updated regularly, availability may change before your donation is processed. All sections are $100, including those along studio edges. Studio maps are approximate representations and may not reflect exact floor dimensions or section placement. Your selected sections and donation total will automatically transfer to our secure donation form below.
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Your sponsorship total and selected floor section IDs will be filled in automatically. The floor IDs appear in the Comments field for MDT staff; you do not need to enter them. Please review the information before donating.
MDT and Twin Cities Orthopedics (TCO) are proud partners in TCO Minneapolis – Therapy, TCO’s first dedicated Dance Medicine clinic, located within MDT’s home in Northeast Minneapolis.
Meet the team
Founded by Loyce Houlton in 1962, Minnesota Dance Theatre (MDT) is the longest running ballet school in Minnesota. MDT has nurtured and inspired countless dancers, including the late pop icon Prince. MDT’s company and school played a vital role in shaping the cultural foundation of Minneapolis.
In August 2024, Lauren Post, former ballet dancer with the American Ballet Theatre, assumed the role of Artistic Director. Joanna Mednick, former ballet dancer with Dutch National Ballet and San Francisco Ballet, joined as Artistic Associate in 2025.