Summer Program Guest Teachers: June 15–July 2

  • Max Azaro

    Head of Curriculum at Ballet Tech
    Former dancer with Ballet Austin

  • Gemma Bond

    Choreographer
    Former dancer with The Royal Ballet

  • Katie Deuitch

    Dancer with Ballet Austin
    MDT Alumna

  • Sasha Mukhamedov

    Soloist with San Francisco Ballet

  • Eric Tamm

    Former dancer with American Ballet Theatre
    Ballet Stager, ABT-Certified Teacher

Upcoming Programming & Events

MDT School Divisions

  • Primary

    Learn the basics of movement and joys of dance for ages 4–6.

  • Preparatory

    A foundational learning program for students ages 7–12.

  • Upper

    A pre-professional ballet program for dancers ages 10-18.

  • Pre-Professional

    A pre-professional ballet program for dancers ages 15–18.

  • Open Adult

    A beginner to advanced program for adults starting at age 16.

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.