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Erin Thompson Teaches Advanced Contemporary Classes In Person and On Zoom

Erin’s advanced level contemporary hybrid class through 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. The delightful Dean Magraw will accompany on guitar.

Thursday mornings, 9:30-11:00am. No class week of June 6.

Registration is open through Zenon’s MindBody portal and closes ten minutes before class.
See you in person or virtually soon!

Contact Improvisation Jam

We meet Mondays at The Center for Performing Arts in Minneapolis in Room 105w. Enter through new wing on 38th Street.

Mondays, 6:30-8:30pm
$5
Led by a rotating volunteer

6:30: Opening circle and short guided warm-up/exercise. Followed by an open jam.
8:20: Closing circle.
8:30: Jam ends.

The Center for Performing Arts requires a negative test within 72 hours for those who have not received 1 (J&J) or 2 (mRNA) vaccines. The building requires masks in dance spaces, which are optional in lobby areas.

Hothouse Studio Rental

A split photograph showing images of both studios at Hothouse

Make Hothouse your home! Our space is available for hourly rentals to independent artists and arts organizations. Book a single session for rehearsal, or run your programming here. Like a community garden, filled with unique plots, the beauty of Hothouse is in the diversity of the people that fill our space.

Hothouse has two studios for you to choose from – Studio 1 is 900 square feet, and Studio 2 is 1000 square feet. Both studios include:

  • Sprung, Marley floor
  • Mirrors
  • Sound system
  • Portable barres
  • Fitness equipment
  • Adjustable lighting
  • Wifi
  • Individual lobbies with seating
  • Access to a restroom and filtered water station
  • Large windows with a view of the Minneapolis skyline
  • Free lot and street parking

Rental prices vary based on the type of event, starting at just $12 per hour. Fill out the First Time Rental Request form at the bottom of this page to introduce yourself and book the space!

Zenon Dance School – Summer Xchange Program/Work-Study

We are looking for volunteers to be a part of our Xchange Program for the upcoming Summer Session, June 13–September 2!

Xchange is Zenon’s work-study program that allows students to volunteer in exchange for dance class credit.

Online shift = one class credit
In-person shift = two class credits

If you are interested in working with the Xchange Program, please email danielle@zenondance.org.

Zenon Dance School – Summer Classes In Person and Online

Zenon Dance School is excited to welcome you back for another season of dance this summer! Registration is now open for the Summer Session, June 13-September 2, 2022. No classes July 2-4 or September 3-5.

Classes are held in person unless otherwise noted.

Monday
9:30am: Intermediate 2 Contemporary with Joanna Lees
3:30pm: Cardio Dance Jam with Ariel Linnerson – Online
5:30pm: Contemporary Floorwork with Javan Mngrezzo

Tuesday
7:00pm: Beginning 1 Jazz with Allison Rubin Forester – Hybrid

Wednesday
9:30am: Composition/Improvisation with HIJACK – Online-only every other week: June 22, July 6, July 20; and August 3, 17, and 31
5:30pm: Beginning 1 Ballet with Lisa Erickson – Online
5:30pm: Intermediate Contemporary with Ruby J. Smith
7:00pm: Beginning/Intermediate Jazz with Jennifer Glaws
8:00pm: All Levels Hip-Hop with Averie Mitchell-Brown

Thursday
9:30am: Advanced Contemporary/Modern with Erin Thompson – Hybrid
5:30pm: Afro Modern with Roxane Wallace – Online
7:00pm: Intermediate Modern with Dustin Haug – Hybrid

Friday
10:00am: All Levels Jazz with Erinn Liebhard, Karla Grotting, and Guests – Hybrid
12:00pm: Intermediate 2 Ballet with Tina Wallum – Hybrid

Saturday
9:00am: All Levels Yoga with Ariel Linnerson – Online
10:00am: Beginning 1 Modern with Roxane Wallace
10:00am: Musical Theatre Jazz and Tap Workshop with Dorian Brooke – July 23-August 27 only
12:30pm: Beginning 2 Ballet with Ben Johnson
2:00pm: Ballet Fundamentals with Ben Johnson

Sunday
10:15am: Creative Movement for ages 3-4 with Kendall Kramer
10:15am: Creative Movement for ages 5-6 with Anne Petrich
11:00am: Youth Ballet for ages 7-10 with Kendall Kramer
11:00am: Youth Ballet for ages 11-14 with Anne Petrich
12:00pm: Youth Modern for ages 11-14 with Kendall Kramer
12:00pm: Modern and Music Workshop with Ariel Linnerson – July 10-31 only

ARENA DANCES Seeks Board Members

ARENA DANCES seeks dance lovers and talented individuals to join our current Board of Directors!

Founded in 1995 by Mathew Janczewski, ARENA DANCES premieres cutting edge contemporary dance, innovative programming – from educational outreach to activism panels and arts development meetings – and brings dynamic vision to the Twin Cities’ vibrant arts community.

Our board members contribute 10-15 hours per month towards the development and support of ARENA DANCES’ mission to make dance accessible to all through the presentation of contemporary dance, educational outreach, and community gatherings to inspire, promote dialogue and diversity. Come join us to network, share and build your knowledge and skills.

Requested roles to be filled are:

Marketing Specialist
ARENA DANCES seeks mission-aligned marketing minds with a heart for contemporary dance to join our actively growing board! Utilize your public relations skills to strengthen the presence of one of the most successful dance organizations in Minnesota. Two-three years of progressive experience with print and digital marketing campaigns, social media strategies, and public relations is required. Previous board experience, project management, and word press knowledge are a plus!

Finance Focus
ARENA DANCES seeks talented financial minds with a heart for contemporary dance to join our actively growing board! Use your financial prowess to assist our current Board Treasurer to strengthen one of the most successful dance organizations in Minnesota. At least two years of progressive experience in budget management, financial aptitude, and strategic planning, along with knowledge of Quickbooks Online is required. Previous board experience, as well as knowledge of grant funding cycles, are a plus!

Event/Benefit/Fundraising  Member
ARENA DANCES seeks creative souls with a heart for contemporary dance to join our actively growing board! In this position, you will be able to utilize your event management skills to execute fundraising and donor stewardship events for one of the most successful dance organizations in Minnesota. At least two-three years of progressive experience with cultivating in-kind donations, corporate philanthropy, donor development, and community engagement are required. Previous board experience, nonprofit experience, and event certification(s) is a plus!

Space for Rent – The Arena

Located in the heart of the Lyn-Lake community, The Arena is available for your rehearsal, class and event needs!

Our space offers:

  • 1,305 square feet (30×40) of sprung floor
  • Marley dance flooring
  • Full wall-length mirrors (with curtains for covering if preferred)
  • Free wi-fi
  • Changing room

We are situated on multiple bus lines, including the 21, 4, 23, 612, 18, with plenty of FREE street parking around the building.

To request space, please email Mathew: arenadances@gmail.com.

ARENA DANCES’ Studio Stories Season Seven – with Phillip Bither

Join ARENA DANCES for our weekly Studio Stories podcast, where each week we reminisce on Twin Cities dance history with a new special guest. This week we chat with Philip Bither.

Serving as the Walker’s Senior Curator of Performing Arts since 1997, Philip Bither spearheads one of the country’s leading contemporary performing arts programs. He regularly sits on foundation and governmental arts panels, writes about interdisciplinary curatorial practice and travels globally to research new performance and to speak about trends in the contemporary performing arts.

Tune in this Thursday, June 9 at 12:00pm

Available on our website or wherever you get your podcasts!

Photo by Gene Pittman for the Walker Art Center.

Summer Movement at The Arena

Come dance with us at The Arena this summer!
Summer Session runs thru July 30 with classes welcoming intermediate to advanced levels of dancers.

Tuesdays, 10:00-11:30am: Moving Practice – Rotating instructors each month. Taja Will teaches in June!
Wednesdays, 6:00-7:30pm: Contemporary with Elayna Waxse
Fridays, 10:00-11:30am: Contemporary Flow with Mathew Janczewski
Saturdays, 12:00-1:00pm: GYROKINESIS® Method with Non Edwards

Week-long summer sales starts Monday, June 13: save $2 on drop-ins and $10 on class cards.

Located in the LynLake Neighborhood.
FREE parking on all side streets: Aldrich, Bryant, Colfax, 31st

Drop in: $17. Buy a 10-class card and save.
Registration encouraged.

Hatch Dance and HoneyWorks Ongoing Open Classes

Open classes Tuesdays and Thursdays with Hatch Dance and HoneyWorks in preparation for their annual collaboration Live @ The Shed, July 30-31, 2022.

Guest instructors rotate each week along with class from directors Helen Hatch (contemporary ballet) and Berit Ahlgren (Gaga-based improvisation). These 75-minute classes are open level and welcome to all.

Classes take place at St. Paul Ballet, Studio 4. Masks required.
Pay-as-you wish sliding scale $5-15 to either Hatch Dance or HoneyWorks.
Please reach out if you have questions.