Upcoming Programming & Events
June 15–July 2
MDT's 2026 Summer Program!
For ages 8–18, featuring five guest artists and renowned MDT faculty. Led by Lauren Post, former dancer with American Ballet Theatre, Joanna Mednick, former dancer with San Francisco Ballet and Dutch National Ballet, and Michelle Vagi, former dancer with Ballet Arizona.
June–August
Mini 4-Week Ballet Fundamentals
Summer Sessions for Adults
Fundamentals I - 6:00–7:30 p.m.
Fundamentals II - 7:30–9:00 p.m.
June 3– 24
July 8–29
August 5–26
July–August
Primary Division Summer Camps
4-Week Monday Classes
July 6–27 & August 3–24
Ages 4–5 | 4:30–5:15 p.m.
Ages 6–6 | 5:30–6:15 p.m.
1-Week Summer Camp
August 3–7
Monday–Friday
Half day or Full day sessions available
July 31
Lakes Area Music Festival Gala
Friday, July 31
Dinner: 6 p.m.
Performance Program: 8 p.m.
MDT is thrilled to collaborate with Lakes Area Music Festival this summer, bringing internationally acclaimed dancers from American Ballet Theatre to the festival’s annual gala in Brainerd, MN. Don’t miss the world premiere of a newly commissioned work choreographed by rising ABT choreographer Melvin Lawovi, set to Invierno Porteño by Astor Piazzolla.
August 10–13 & August 17–20
The Nutcracker Suite workshops!
August 10–13: Ages 13–18
August 17–20: Ages 8–12
Registration opens in early June.
September 7, 2026
MDT's School Year Begins!
The school year ends on May 28, 2027.
Registration opens in early June.
December 2026
MDT’s The Nutcracker Suite
We are thrilled to share the very exciting news that MDT will be producing its first-ever
The Nutcracker Suite
in 2026!
The Nutcracker Suite
will offer roles to all students ages 4–18 enrolled in the Primary and Upper Division. Internationally renowned choreographers include Gemma Bond’s brand new
Waltz of the Flowers, Brady Farrar’s
Waltz of the Snowflakes, Darrius Strong’s
Arabian, and many more.