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Ballet Co.Laboratory Adult Drop-In Classes

No matter if you are a veteran dancer or slipping on your first pair of ballet shoes, Ballet Co.Laboratory is an artistic home for everyone.

With 14 different adult drop-in classes offered each week, including conditioning and Pilates, we know we have the right class for you!

View our class schedules and descriptions – learn more.

Studio Stories: Reminiscing on Twin Cities Dance with Thern Anderson

Studio Stories airs Thursday, February 22 at noon with Thern Anderson for Season 13, Episode 145.

Thern has been dancing, performing and teaching for 50+ years, working with several different companies and teaching many different groups of movers. They include professional dancers, adult beginners and children in studios and after school programs.

Listen here or wherever you get your podcasts.

Studios for Rent at Ballet Co.Laboratory

Come create at Ballet Co.Laboratory. Our artistic home is available for hourly rentals to independent artists and arts organizations. Book a single day to work on your artistry, secure a month to rehearse a show, or facilitate your weekly programming here – the choice is yours! We look forward to collaborating with you on your space needs.

Public Transportation
The studio is accessible via the Greenline into downtown Saint Paul and the 71A or 71B bus.

Free Parking
Free parking is available in front of the studio.

Facility
We have five studios at Ballet Co.Laboratory with sprung floors, floor-to-ceiling mirrors, and barres, plus four gender-neutral restrooms, changing rooms, and comfortable lobby space with Wi-fi access and ample seating. The entire facility is HVAC heated and cooled.

Studio 1: 25′ x 50′ – 15-person capacity – $20/hour
Studio 2: 25′ x 50′ – 15-person capacity – $20/hour
Studio 3: 25′ x 30′ – 8-person capacity – $15/hour
Studio 4: 42′ x 50′ – 30-person capacity – Rental available via special request
Studio 5: 25′ x 28′ – 8-person capacity – $15/hour

Hours
Morning, daytime, and evening hours are available.

Intermediate and Advanced Recreational Program at Ballet Co.Laboratory

The School of Ballet Co.Laboratory’s Recreational Program offers classes for dancers ages 10-20 with a more flexible schedule and fewer hours per week than our Pre-Professional Program.

The Recreational Program includes ballet technique classes, add-on sessions, rehearsals, and performance opportunities.

Open enrollment – this program will run through May 2024.

2024 Summer Programs at The School of Ballet Co.Laboratory

The School of Ballet Co.Laboratory offers the finest dance education to artists of all ages and abilities in a nurturing and welcoming environment. Our summer programming gives students the opportunity to train with locally and nationally acclaimed dance professionals who are dedicated to the growth of each individual student.

Our offerings include: Pre-Professional Summer Intensives, Young Dancer Summer Camps and Sessions, Summer Workshops, and Adult Workshops and Sessions.

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.

February 28-March 1
Wednesday, 9:30-11:00am – Leah Gallas with Eric Jensen on piano
Thursday, 9:30-11:00am – Yuki Tokuda
Friday – No Class

March 4-8
Monday, 9:30-11:30am – TBA
Tuesday, 9:30-11:00am – Kerry Parker
Wednesday, 9:30-11:00am – Leah Gallas with Eric Jensen on piano
Thursday, 9:30-11:00am – Yuki Tokuda
Friday, 9:30-11:00am – James Sewell

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

Threads Dance Nexus Space for Rent

Rent the Threads Dance Nexus – A Space to Connect and Create

The Threads Dance Nexus is a brand new community hub that not only provides a home for Threads Dance Project but also strengthens the social fabric of our Minneapolis community through the connective power of dance.

Our 1,480 square foot (37 x 40) space has:
A professional-grade speaker sound system
Barres, mirrors, and sprung floors
Two ADA-compliant, gender-neutral changing rooms
Large windows and garage door allowing for an abundance of natural light and fresh air

Conveniently located in the Seward neighborhood, we offer free parking and free side street parking. We are a five-minute walk from the Franklin light rail station and a 2-5 minute walk from the nearest bus stops (lines 2, 9, 22, and 67).

To request space, please email nexusrentals@threadsdance.org.

DanceMN Survey – Support Us by Sharing Your Thoughts

Since 2011, DanceMN has provided a free weekly newsletter featuring upcoming performances and events, auditions, classes, grant opportunities, and more—with the goal of ensuring all are connected to dance in Minnesota.

In this upcoming season we’re checking in with you, our community of nearly 2,000 dance practitioners and subscribers, so we can better serve your needs. Today, we’re asking you to complete a 5-10-minute survey that will help us understand the different ways you connect to dance, the goals and needs you experience in this community, and areas where DanceMN could provide value.

Later this spring, we’ll also host a series of “town hall” style meetings where we’ll invite deeper discussion.

Thank you to those who have taken the time to complete this survey. This is our last prompt!

Sincerely,

The DanceMN Steering Committee
Maggie Bergeron, Jarod Boltjes, Ashley Chin-Mark, Rahila Coats, Colin Edwards, Kealoha Ferreira, Joanne Gordon, Sarah LaRose-Holland, Jim Lieberthal, Alys Ayumi Ogura, Eve Schulte, and Cheng Xiong

DanceMN Co-Editors
Annie Carlson, Non Edwards

Consultant 
Ashleigh Penrod

Paid Bodystorming Opportunities

Calling all dancers and/or scientists! Come join Black Label Movement with UMN Biomedical Engineer David Odde and his cancer research lab in a Bodystorming session.

Bodystorming is a rapid modeling technique using bodies, space, and choreographic strategies.
Participating dance artists receive $27.50/hour and parking reimbursement.

If you’re interested in taking part in one or multiple sessions, email blacklabelmovement@gmail.com with the subject “Bodystorming.”

Upcoming Sessions
February 21, 12:00-2:00pm
March 18, 1:00-3:00pm
April 17, 1:00-3:00pm

Sessions will take place at the University of Minnesota Wellness Center.

C.L.U.E. – Collide Theatrical

Collide Theatrical Dance Company presents C.L.U.E. at the Southern Theater in Minneapolis now through March 10.

Welcome to Mystery Mansion, where murder and blackmail are on the menu for this evening’s dinner party. Was it the butler in the bedroom with the knife? Or perhaps the maid in the parlor with the candlestick holder?  

Get ready as Collide brings its unique blend of dance theater to a murder mystery. Only this time you – the audience – get to choose the ending! Who will it be? Where? With what weapon? The verdict is in your hands. 

Tickets available online or by calling 651-395-7903, ext. 701.
For group discounts and questions, please email Grace@collidetheatrical.org.