Virtual Gala
MDT Coming Together
A Crisis Relief Fund
NEW DATE: Saturday, June 6, 2020 at 6:30pm
Join Minnesota Dance Theatre for a virtual gathering and enjoy curated videos honoring the company and school, guest appearances by local luminaries, and
an exclusive auction. All proceeds support Minnesota Dance Theatre's mission to present masterful and inspiring dance through performance and education.
How to Attend
In the days preceding the event, all registered guests have received a link to visit this page on Saturday, June 6 at 6:30pm. At that time, a video will be revealed. Click the play button to view. You can click the expand icon in the lower right for full-screen view. With due regard and respect to the current events, we will refrain from hosting a celebratory Zoom social after the video broadcast.
Guest Appearances
These friends of MDT will be making virtual appearances to lead us through the evening as we celebrate the MDT company and school. Ted Farrell
is known as Haskell's Wine Guy, often featured on Twin Cities Live, and Kaitlyn Gilliland
is an MDT alumna and former dancer with New York City Ballet and Twyla Tharp. In addition to his work with VocalEssence, Philip Brunelle
has been the conductor for Loyce Houlton's Nutcracker Fantasy
for more than two decades. Twin Cities theater favorite Bradley Greenwald
is a singer and actor who's been featured in a number of MDT productions, including Carmina Burana
and Rumblings. Born and raised in Minneapolis, Dessa
is a nationally recognized rapper, singer, and author.
A Special Toast to Lise Houlton
Join us as we raise a glass to Lise Houlton's 25th anniversary as MDT Artistic Director, celebrating her lasting contribution to the cultural landscape of Minnesota and recognizing her gifts as teacher, coach, and choreographer for generations of MDT dancers.
An Exclusive Silent Auction
Click here
to participate in the virtual silent auction. Here's a glimpse of our luxurious selection of special experiences and valuable packages that you can bid on:
- Private photo shoot with dance photographer Erik Saulitis, with makeup by Angela Reasoner and hair by Anna Ramaker of Pusch Salon
- Tickets for Harry Potter with the Minnesota Orchestra including backstage tour
- Walk-on roles for Loyce Houlton's Nutcracker Fantasy
and Carmina Burana
- Lexus Courtside Club tickets for the Timberwolves with gratis food and drink service
And more! The silent auction will officially close on Saturday, June 6 at 10pm.
Share on Social Media
Use the hashtag #MDTstrong to share about the event.
Other Ways to Give
If you're unable to attend the gala but would still like to contribute to Minnesota Dance Theatre's Crisis Relief Fund, click here to make a gift today.
As we persevere through this challenging time, your continued support adds to our reservoir of hope, reminding us that as a community we can and will triumph through adversity, keeping essential arts experiences alive in our world and sustaining the legacy of MDT for generations to come.
