Upcoming programming & events
NEW! Advanced Ballet Drop-In Series
For advanced ballet dancers ages 14–21
Fridays | 1:30-3 p.m.
October 23–December 11
MDT Upper III, IV, & Pre-Professional students take for free
$23 per class
$20 for Students/Professional
Taught by Joanna Mednick
MDT’s Artistic Associate
Former dancer with San Francisco Ballet
& Dutch National Ballet
Alumni Event
Join us for an afternoon of dance, a behind-the-scenes rehearsal, and an opportunity to reconnect with fellow alumni!
Saturday, November 21 | 1–3:30 p.m.
1–1:30 p.m. | Barre Burn with Taylor Huber
1:30–2:30 p.m. | Exclusive The Nutcracker Suite Rehearsal
2:30–3:30 p.m. | Alumni Social Hour
Please RSVP by Thursday, November 5, using the link below.
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.
Tickets:
$40 General Admission | $25 Children (12 & under)
Tickets are on sale here: https://www.cowlesmpls.org/mdt-nutcracker
The 2026-27 School Year
Register for the 2026-27 school year! First day of classes is Saturday, September 12.
Open House & Ninth Street Block Party
We are planning a fun and welcoming MDT Family Open House in tandem with Ninth Street’s inaugural block party celebration. Make sure to stop by to explore the studio, meet our neighbors and staff, and to enjoy food trucks! We’re excited to see you there.
Beginner Ballet for Adults: Early Fall Fundamentals I & II
Early Fall Ballet Fundamentals Session
September 1–October 22
Fundamentals I
Tuesdays: September 1–October 20
7:15–8:45 p.m.
Teacher: Marie Finley
Fundamentals I
Thursdays: September 3–October 22
7:15–8:45 p.m.
Teacher: Deidre Murnane
Fundamentals II
Wednesdays: September 2–October 21
7:15–8:45 p.m.
Teacher: Deidre Murnane
Wellness Day
Celebrate the athlete in every dancer.
Sunday, August 30 | 2–5 p.m.
Free to attend, no RSVP necessary!
The Nutcracker Suite Workshops
Learn MDT’s brand new Nutcracker, with choreography from Gemma Bond, Darrius Strong, Brady Farrar, and more!
Beginner Ballet for Adults: Summer 4-Week Sessions
Have you always wanted to learn ballet? Now is your chance!
Summer Mondays: Ages 4–7
A continuation of the Primary program, come dance with us once a week this summer.
Young Children’s Summer Camp: Ages 4–7
A week-long summer dance camp full of fun, music, and crafts!
Lakes Area Music Festival Gala
MDT is partnering with Lakes Area Music Festival by bringing in dancers from American Ballet Theatre to dance in their upcoming gala.
Brady Farrar: Ballet Technique Class
Join MDT for their Acclaimed Artist Series with an Advanced Ballet Class with American Ballet Theatre's, Brady Farrar.
Registration opens on Wednesday, July 15.
