Minnesota’s Gold-Standard
Ballet School.

World class training; all levels, all ages

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

    A program for adults starting at age 16, ranging from beginner to advanced capabilities.

MDT School Faculty

  • Lauren Post

    Artistic Director, former dancer with American Ballet Theatre

  • Joanna Mednick

    Artistic Associate, former dancer with San Francisco Ballet & Dutch National Ballet

  • Michelle Vagi

    Principal Teacher, former dancer with Ballet Arizona

  • Alejandra Iannone

    Director of Primary Division, B.F.A from the Fordham University/Ailey School

  • Darrius Strong

    Contemporary, Hip Hop, & Lead Outreach Teacher, founder of STRONGMovement

  • Hannah Benditt

    B.F.A from University of  Missouri-Kansas City & former dancer with St. Paul Ballet

  • Deirdre Murnane

    Former dancer with Minnesota Dance Theatre and Ballet of the Dolls

  • Brianne Bland

    Former dancer with The Washington Ballet

  • Megan Dunn

    Former dancer with Colorado Ballet

  • Caroline Bundschuh

    Former dancer with Continental Ballet

School Calendar


Frequently Asked Questions.

  • MDT is a historic ballet school, that offers gold-standard classical ballet training, supplemented with contemporary, jazz, and character dance styles.

  • Please browse our offerings under the “School” drop-down and learn more about what best fits what you’re looking for! Use the “Contact” page to send us your inquiry if you are unable to find answers to your question.

  • MDT’s ballet curriculum has been carefully crafted to produce professional dancers.

    Developed by Simona Ferrazza of the Dutch National Ballet Academy, MDT’s Preparatory and Upper Division curriculums are world-class.

    Additionally, MDT hand picks excellent teachers that strive to produce gold-standard dancers.

  • MDT is located at 730 SE 9th Street, Minneapolis, MN 55414.

    Free parking is available on the street or at the NorthCo parking lot located at 632 SE 9th Street.

  • MDT offer financial assistance to families in need, in the form of work studies, scholarships, or financial aid to qualifying families.

    Please email school@mndance.org if you would like to apply.

  • We value the diversity and talents of the community in which we work, learn, and perform. We cultivate a welcoming and inclusive culture that reflects our diverse Twin Cities community, and supports an environment in which every student can thrive.