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Zorongo Flamenco Dance Theatre – Studio Space for Rent in Minneapolis

Located in the Longfellow neighborhood of Minneapolis, rent Zorongo Flamenco’s studio for classes, private rehearsals, events, and more! Our space is available to book in consecutive 30-minute periods when not in use by the Zorongo Flamenco school. 

First-time renters should contact Zorongo Flamenco for more information prior to booking. 

Our studio includes:
1,224 square feet (34′ x 36′)
Free street parking on 37th Avenue and surrounding streets
Bluetooth speaker/sound system available for use
Access to gender-neutral restrooms
Overhead lighting
Filtered water station
Sprung, wood floor
Wall-length mirrors
Windows with natural light and curtains
A/C unit
Wifi

Rental Fees
Rehearsals: $10.00 per 30 minutes
Classes: $12.50 per 30 minutes
For other rental inquiries, including events, workshops, art space, photo/filming sessions, etc., please contact us.

View studio rental availability.

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!

Tuesday, Thursday and Friday classes now with live accompaniment!

Join us in person or virtually via Zoom.
Single-class and 10-class cards are available.
Parking is always free!

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.

Advanced Drop-In Classes with Collide

There will be no classes this week. Classes resume Monday, December 4.

Join us for class on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at 9:30am for intermediate/advanced ballet, advanced jazz, and Collide Barre with the company.

Teachers and classes on a rotating schedule.
Pre-registration is required.
View the schedule and register for class.
Please sign our liability waiver before attending class.

All Welcome
Our welcoming environment stands up to our values of inclusivity and accessibility. Work-study and BIPOC scholarships available.

Our space is located in the Can Can Wonderland building in St. Paul. Parking is free in front of the building (the BLUE lot is closest to our space), in the lots across the street, and in the underground parking garage – follow the Can Can Wonderland arrow.

Class Rates
Adult Drop-Ins: $20 per class or $180 for a 10-class pass. Passes good for either ballet, jazz, or Collide Barre; must be used within 6 months.
Professional Dancers: $18 per class. Email grace@collidetheatrical.org for a discount code.

Studio Rentals at Collide Theatrical in St. Paul

Collide's Studio 1, with black Marley and sky lights

Need space to rehearse, choreograph, teach, or hold an event? Collide Theatrical has two studios available for rental in our beautiful St. Paul location.

Studio 1 has 1700 square feet of sprung floor, full wall-length mirrors, Rosco Adagio Marley dance floor, high ceilings, sky lights, and 3 chandeliers.
Studio 2 has 550 square feet of sprung wood floor.

Both studios have the following amenities:

  • Ballet barres for up to 18 students 
  • Free and accessible parking and access to public transportation line
  • Gender-specific bathrooms
  • Non-gender-specific bathroom available in the adjacent building
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bluetooth room speakers
  • Cubbies for holding shoes and clothes
  • 2 long folding tables
  • Access to up to 30 folding chairs
  • HVAC heated and cooled spaces with temperature control 
  • Hallway drinking fountains.
  • Access to kitchenette area available upon request

Single Rental
Studio 1 – $30/hour
Studio 2 – $20/hour

Long-Term or Multiple-Day Rental
Studio 1 – $20/hour
Studio 2 – $15/hour

Payment for rental bookings must be made 48 hours prior to your booking to hold your reservation. A signed rental agreement and certificate of insurance must be provided prior to your reservation. Please contact us at 651-395-7903 or grace@collidetheatrical.org to schedule a visit.

Adult Drop-in Classes at Ballare Teatro

Ballare Teatro is offering adult drop-in classes on Sundays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Saturdays! Register online, or enroll upon arrival at the front desk!

Sunday
Intermediate Tap with Brenna Brelie – 5:00-6:00pm
Intermediate Ballet with Siri Hammond – 6:00-7:15pm

Tuesday
Beginning Tap with Molly Stoltz – 5:30-6:30pm
Advanced Beginning Tap with Molly Stoltz – 6:30-7:30pm
Advanced Beginning/Intermediate Jazz with Shannon Mulcahy – 6:45-8:00pm

Wednesday
Fast Intermediate Tap with Jake Nehrbass – 6:30-7:30pm
Advanced Tap with Jake Nehrbass – 7:30-8:30pm

Saturday
Beginning Ballet with Siri Hammond – 12:30-1:45pm

Cost: $17 per class or purchase a 10-class card for $115 – $11.50 per class!

MN Dance Roots, Movers and Shakers: Exhibit at Elmer L. Andersen Library

Explore the exhibition Dance Roots: Minnesota’s Movers and Shakers, open until January 31, 2024, celebrating Minnesota’s dance community drawn from the University of Minnesota’s dance section of its Performing Arts Archives (PAA). The exhibition displays memorabilia and a network of dancers, companies, teachers, photographers, dance spaces and supporters.

Hear two book talks at the exhibition:

In December, granddaughters of Loyce Houlton read from her unpublished memoir. See website for exact info.

On January 19, at noon, hear Mary Easter reading from her autobiography, The Way She Wants to Get There: Telling On Myself. Bring your own brown-bag lunch and hear her fascinating tale.

We welcome materials from your dance work. Contact Deborah Ultan, curator of the exhibition and the archives director for further information: ultan004@umn.edu

Find “MN Dance Roots” on first floor of Elmer L. Andersen Library, in the Atrium exhibition space with book talks in Room 120.

Open during library hours: 9:00am-5:00pm on Monday, Tuesday, and Friday;  9:00am-7:00pm on Wednesday and Thursday.

Hennepin Theatre Trust Presents Cirque du Soleil: ‘Twas the Night Before…

‘Twas the Night Before… is Cirque du Soleil’s first holiday show, based on the classic poem “A Visit from Saint Nicholas” by Clement Clarke Moore. Memorable lines from this cherished classic inspired Cirque’s story about a jaded young girl who rediscovers the magic of the holidays.

A festive flurry of love and cheer created especially for families, ‘Twas the Night Before… features thrilling acrobatics, lovable characters, and a soundtrack including holiday classics re-invented by Cirque du Soleil. The show was conceived and is directed by Cirque du Soleil Senior Artistic Director James Hadley, a 25-year veteran of circus productions and live theater.

Evening shows at 7:30pm with multiple performances on Friday, November 24; Sunday, November 26; Saturday, December 2; and Sunday, December 3. See the link for more details.

Ballet Royale’s Le Petit Nut – In-Studio Workshop and Performance

Ballet Royale has a wonderful and exciting opportunity for young dancers! On Saturday, November 25, we will be offering a specialty workshop for dancers to learn Nutcracker inspired dances. Le Petit Nut will bring out the Sugar Plum Fairy and Toy Soldier in every child!

Saturday, November 25, 2023
10:00am–12:00pm, with a mini-performance.
For dancers ages 4 through 9 years old.

Each registered student will receive a goodie bag at the end of the workshop.

Choreographers’ Evening 2023, Curated by Darrius Strong

“Dance that inspires, challenges, and entertains . . . from a variety of Minnesota choreographers and companies.” —Star Tribune

The Walker’s annual dance showcase celebrates Minnesota’s vibrant and diverse dance community with powerful performances by a roster of local choreographers and movement artists. This year’s program is curated by dancer, choreographer, and 2021 McKnight Fellow Darrius Strong, whose own work fuses ballet, hip-hop, and more to tell universal stories. Featured choreographers are Gabrielle Abram, Rick Ausland, Zoë Koenig, Jim Lieberthal, Hannah MacKenzie-Margulies, Luna Medhanie, Ricci Milan, Anna Pinault, Asha Rowland, Julie Warder, and Taja Will.

Saturday, November 25
4:00pm and 7:00pm
Tickets start at $15. No additional fees.