Minnesota’s Gold-Standard
Ballet School

World class training; all levels, all ages

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MDT School Divisions

  • A young girl in a purple velvet leotard and white tights is practicing ballet in a dance studio, jumping over colorful mats on the wooden floor.

    Primary

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

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  • Preparatory

    A foundational learning program for students ages 7–12.

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  • Ballet dancer practicing in a spacious dance studio with large windows and dark curtains.

    Upper

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

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  • Ballet dancers in black leotards practicing in a dance studio with beige walls and ballet barres.

    Pre-Professional

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

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  • Ballet dancers practicing in a dance studio with a mirrored wall. Three dancers in ballet poses wearing tights and leotards.

    Open Adult

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

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MDT School Faculty

  • Black and white portrait of a woman with blonde hair in a bun, smiling, wearing a collared shirt, indoors with blurred background.

    Lauren Post

    Artistic Director, former dancer with American Ballet Theatre

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  • Black and white portrait of a woman with long wavy hair, looking directly at the camera.

    Joanna Mednick

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

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  • A ballet dancer with arms raised, wearing a decorated costume, performing on stage in black and white. Another dancer is blurred in the background.

    Michelle Vagi

    Principal Teacher, former dancer with Ballet Arizona

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  • Black and white portrait of a woman with dark hair pulled back, smiling, wearing a black top, against a plain background.

    Alejandra Iannone

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

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  • A young man with dreadlocks, wearing a black blazer and turtleneck, sitting against a plain background, looking at the camera with a slight smile.

    Darrius Strong

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

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  • Black and white portrait of a woman with wavy hair, bright eyes, and a subtle smile.

    Hannah Benditt

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

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  • A smiling woman with light-colored hair pulled back, wearing a dark top over a light shirt, in front of a wooden background.

    Deirdre Murnane

    Former dancer with Minnesota Dance Theatre and Ballet of the Dolls

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  • A smiling woman with shoulder-length wavy hair, wearing a sleeveless black shirt, sitting indoors with a blurred background.

    Brianne Bland

    Former dancer with The Washington Ballet

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  • A white textured background with the words "Coming Soon" in large, elegant black font in the center and "Image" above in small brown font.

    Megan Dunn

    Former dancer with Colorado Ballet

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  • Black and white photo of a young woman with long dark hair, smiling, wearing a black top, standing against a plain light background.

    Caroline Bundschuh

    Former dancer with Continental Ballet

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School Calendar

Frequently Asked Questions.

  • MDT is a historic ballet school offering gold-standard classical ballet training, complemented by contemporary, jazz, and character dance instruction. Our programs are designed to develop strong technical foundations, artistry, discipline, and confidence in dancers of all ages and experience levels.

  • 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 combines exceptional ballet training with a supportive and inspiring learning environment.

    Our experienced faculty are committed to nurturing both technical excellence and artistic expression, helping each student reach their full potential while fostering a lifelong love of dance.

    Additionally, 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 and intended to produce professional ballet dancers.

    Lastly, MDT brings in professional guest performing artists and faculty multiple times a year to teach, inspire, and coach our dancers. MDT’s faculty has a worldwide network of professional dancers due to their extensive careers in the US and abroad, making for a vibrant and inspiring guest artist community at MDT.

  • 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.

  • We believe that high-quality dance education should be accessible to talented and dedicated students.

    Financial assistance and scholarship opportunities may be available based on eligibility and program requirements. Please look at our Financial Assistance webpage for more information.

  • 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.