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Erin Thompson Teaches Advanced Contemporary Classes in Person and on Zoom

Erin’s advanced-level contemporary dance class at Zenon Dance School includes floor work, standing warm-ups, and phrase work, all designed to enhance the healthy use of joints and muscle groups as dancers release their weight fully into the support of the ground. Experiential awareness, body mapping, improvisation, and creative work are included as dancers channel their own expressive artistry within the movement.

Thursdays, 9:30-11:00am

Registration is open through Zenon’s MindBody portal.
See you soon!

Modern Dance Class with Thern at Tapestry

Dancing and finding pleasure in movement is for everyone of any age!

I’ve taught dance for all ages and experience levels for over fifty years. In my weekly session of modern dance classes, we’ll be working with somatic movement, structured improvisation, and floor work to build strength, flexibility, and ease of movement. You’ll learn patterns that move through space in community with other dancers, encouraging spatial and group awareness.

Mondays, 12:00-1:30pm

Drop in: $15-20. Cash or check made out to Kathryn Anderson.

Minnesota Ballet Theatre Audition

Minnesota Ballet Theatre is hiring male and female dancers with strong classical technique for Company Trainee and Apprentice positions for the 2024/2025 Season.

The season runs from September 2024 to May 2025.

Classes and rehearsals usually occur Monday through Thursday from 9:30am-2:00pm (schedule subject to change), with additional classes and rehearsals on Saturdays and Sundays before performances.

To be considered for Company positions, please submit your resume/CV and video link to minnesotaballettheatre@gmail.com. Videos should include a classical variation (en pointe for women). Latest performance video is preferred if possible.

Sunday Open Ballet with Lisa Erickson

Please join Lisa Erickson for Sunday Open Ballet.

March 17, 24, and 31
1:30-3:00pm
At the Center for Performing Arts.
March 17 in the Chapel Studio, and March 24 and 31 in the Sunroom.

Drop-in: $17-20. Pre-pay via Venmo @Lisa-Erickson-121 or with exact cash.

A ballet teacher with 35+ years of experience teaching all levels and ages, Lisa’s welcoming ballet classes naturally guide students in refining their alignment, balance, and technique, while also discovering the value and importance of the use of weight in their dancing. Coupled with individual attention, feedback, and humor, students experience expansion and growth in body and mind – and experience joy in the process!

Students are encouraged to expect success and mistakes! Only when we allow ourselves to take chances and risk failure can we grow to our full potential. Everyone is invited and welcome. Come play and see for yourself!

James Sewell Ballet – Open Advanced/Professional Class and Coordi™ Classes

Come join the James Sewell Ballet dancers in our open professional class!
All classes are ballet unless noted otherwise. Sign up for in-person company class or virtual Coordi™ class here.

March 6-9
Wednesday, 9:30-11:00am CT – Leah Gallas with Eric Jensen on piano
Thursday, 9:30-11:00am CT – Yuki Tokuda
Friday, 9:30-11:00am CT – James Sewell

March 11-15
Monday, 9:30-11:30am CT – Master Class with Jennifer Hart: Special Registration Required
Tuesday, 9:30-11:00am CT – Kerry Parker
Wednesday, 9:30-11:00am CT –Leah Gallas with Eric Jensen on piano
Thursday, 9:30-11:00am CT – Yuki Tokuda
Friday, 9:30-11:00am CT – No Open Class

Coordi™ Class
Wednesdays, 10:00-11:00am taught by James Sewell.
Ongoing. Virtual-only at this time.

What is Coordi™? It’s a movement study based on multiple kinetic patterns happening at once. Physical brain teasers combine with ballet for unexpected pathways and alignments that challenge both your mind and body! Learn more about Coordi™ here.

TU Dance Center: Open Classes

Join in on CULTIVATE, A Trainee Program morning classes and The School at TU Dance Center Level 4/5 technique classes!

Teaching artists include TU Dance Founder and Artistic Director Toni Pierce-Sands, Laurel Keen, and Abdo Sayegh-Rodriguez. These classes are for intermediate/advanced dancers with the exception of GYROKINESIS® (designed for physically active participants which include exercises that require some flexibility, coordination, and light cardio).

Morning Open Classes, 9:30-11:00am
Monday: Horton-Based Modern with Toni Pierce-Sands
Tuesday: GYROKINESIS® with Abdo Sayegh-Rodriguez
Wednesday: Horton-Based Modern with Toni Pierce-Sands
Thursday: Ballet with Abdo Sayegh-Rodriguez
Friday: Ballet with Laurel Keen

Evening Open Classes
Monday, 4:30-6:00pm: Ballet with Abdo Sayegh-Rodriguez
Thursday, 6:00-7:30pm: Ballet with Hassan Ingraham
Friday, 4:30-5:30pm: GYROKINESIS® with Abdo Sayegh-Rodriguez
Friday, 5:35-7:05pm: Ballet/Pointe Strengthening with Laurel Keen

$16/class or $140/10-class pass
Please check the Open Class Calendar, as classes and/or teaching artists might change.
For more information and to register, click here.

Rent TU Dance Center Studios

TU Dance Center is available for rental when not in use by TU Dance’s programming. TU Dance Center features a reception area and front desk for check-in or event use. Access to adjacent dressing room and green room with kitchenette are available upon request.

Studio 1: 60 x 34
Studio 2: 46 x 21

Both studios feature:
Sprung dance floor with Marley-type surface by Harlequin
Wall of mirrors
Portable ballet barre units 10′ in length
Room-level sound system with CD and mini-jack inputs
50″ LCD TV cart for presentation and videoconferencing
Large windows providing ample natural light

Studio 1 only: A curtain that can be drawn on entire mirror; wall-mounted ballet barres of 27′ and 33′.

Rental fees:
Individual artists: $18/hour
Nonprofit organizations: $22/hour for rehearsals
Other rental inquiries (for-profit, classes, workshops, auditions, life events, photo sessions, filming, etc.), please contact us.

MotionArt Adult Modern Dance Classes

MotionArt’s mission is to share the art of dance and the joy of movement with people of all ages and abilities. We strive to enrich lives by fostering creativity, body awareness, and self-expression in a fun, non-competitive, welcoming environment. We offer ongoing dance classes in-studio, on Zoom, and outside (weather permitting).

Paying the regular rate helps keep our organization afloat; however, no one will be turned away for inability to pay. There is also an option to pay what you can.

Please go to motionartmn.org to sign up for classes, or contact Pam Gleason for information.

Ageless Dance
Monday, 4:00-5:15pm – Center for Performing Arts, Studio #105
Thursdays, 4:00-5:15pm – Center for Performing Arts, Sunroom

Beginning Modern Dance
Tuesdays, 5:00-6:15pm – Zoom only

Intermediate Modern Dance
Wednesdays, 10:30am-12:00pm – Center for Performing Arts, Sunroom

Mixed-Level Modern Dance
Tuesdays, 7:00-8:15pm – Center for Performing Arts, Sunroom
Saturdays, 4:00-5:30pm – Hybrid: Zoom and Center for Performing Arts, Sunroom

Black Label Movement – Company Class

Join Artistic Director Carl Flink for an advanced, twice-weekly, open-to-the-public company class. Each standalone class, rooted in Black Label Movement’s unique athletic style, will build on a creative idea that Flink or a Company Mover brings for that day.

Black Label Movement Company Class
Tuesdays, 9:30-11:00am
Fridays, 9:30-11:00am

At Hothouse.
Drop-in: $16

Join Concerto Dance for March Classes

This month Concerto Dance is offering classes:

Open and Advanced Class at the Bloomington Center for the Arts
This month’s focus on mid-century classical jazz.
Saturday, March 16
Teen and Adult Open Jazz, 9:00-10:00am
Advanced Jazz, 10:00-11:30am

Open Company Class at Creo Arts and Dance Conservatory
Wednesday, March 27 – Advanced Modern, 9:00-10:15am
Friday, March 29 – Advanced Jazz, 9:00-10:15am

All classes: drop-ins welcome! No pre-registration required. First time participants will be asked to sign a liability waiver.

Open Class at BCA: $15
Advanced Class at BCA and Open Company Class: $20
Pay with cash, check or Venmo.
More info at concertodance.com/classes