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Studio Stories: CANDY BOX Edition with Paula Mann

A Studio Stories and CANDY BOX Dance Festival special with featured artist Paula Mann – Episode 149 on Thursday, March 28 at noon.

As part of the eighth annual CANDY BOX Dance Festival, Paula Mann is sharing “Everything and Nothing,” a three-part series of dance performances that question and interrogate our understandings of our realities through movement. Performed by Leila Awadallah, Paula Mann, and Roxanne Wallace.

Listen here or wherever you get your podcasts.

South Minneapolis Studio Available for Rent

The Sabathani Community Center in South Minneapolis has a dance studio available for hourly rental. The space includes mirrors, ballet barres, hardwood floor, and free parking.

Dimensions: 39′ x 23′ x 9′

Hourly rates:
Rehearsals and photo shoots — $15
Classes and auditions — $20

Available for rent:
Monday-Friday, 7:00am-9:00pm
Saturdays, 10:00am-4:00pm
Closed Sundays.

To reserve, contact ReNée Pettis at rpettis@sabathani.org or 612-821-2308.

The Arena – Space for Rent

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, Marley dance flooring
Wall-length mirrors with curtains for covering if preferred
Changing room
Access to multiple bus lines, including the 21, 4, 23, 612, and 18

Hourly rates range from $17-$25, with discounts/special offerings available to BIPOC and LGBTQIA2+ communities. Inquire for savings.

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

March 4 Town Hall Update

Community Planning and Development (CPED) is working with ArtsSpace to transfer the facility to the city on April 1.

Please join us at Floowork to continue the conversation.
Saturday, April 6: 12:00–2:00pm
RSVP by April 5 requested.

The Cowles Center connects to the HCA building and currently shares property maintenance services with it, including fire safety and elevator operation, utilities such as electricity, water and gas, and property assessments. Property maintenance for the months of April to December 2024 are estimated to be $240,000:

Maintenance and Operating: $25,000
Utilities: $125,000
Property Taxes and Insurance Cost: $55,000
15% Contingency: $35,000

Staff recommends that the City assume the property management agreement with Performance Property Management Company, LLC, an affiliate of Artspace Projects, with a 30-day termination notice. The management agreement includes services related to accounting and bookkeeping, paying expenses such as utilities and building services, minimal on-site personnel to keep an eye on the vacant building and property boundary, and coordinating City staff for maintenance and repairs as needed.

Learn more.

Creo Arts and Dance Conservatory Adult Summer Drop-In Classes

Creo Arts and Dance Conservatory’s adult summer drop-in classes will run from June 18-August 29, 2024.

Join us for our ballet, jazz, and contemporary adult classes in a joyful and safe environment at Creo Arts and Dance Conservatory in Minnetonka, MN. You can expect a high-energy class with motivational dance artists who are experts in their craft!
 
June Session
Beginning/Intermediate Ballet: Tuesday, 6:30-7:45pm – June 18 and 25
Open Level Jazz: Wednesday, 6:00-7:00pm – June 19 and 26
Open Level Contemporary: Thursday, 6:30-7:30pm – June 20 and 27
 
July Session
Beginning/Intermediate Ballet: Tuesday, 6:30-7:45pm – July 9, 16, 23, and 30
Open Level Jazz: Wednesday, 6:00-7:00pm – July 10, 17, 24, and 31
Open Level Contemporary: Thursday, 6:30-7:30pm – July 12, 19, and 26
 
August Session
Beginning/Intermediate Ballet: Tuesday, 6:30-7:45pm – August 6, 13, 20, and 27
Open Level Jazz: Wednesday, 6:00-7:00pm – August 7, 14, 21, and 28
Open Level Contemporary: Thursday, 6:30-7:30pm – August 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29

Classes and Events at Communal Studio

Communal Studio is a collective space for the community to rent and offer classes, workshops, and events. The space is 1200 square feet including a spacious entryway with coat hooks and shoe storage, a 629 square feet studio with dimmable lights, ceiling fans, mirrors on 2 walls and barres on 3 walls, a sound system with aux jack, and a back area with a bathroom, storage room, 2 sinks, and a mini fridge.

What would you like to take? What would you like to offer? Come and check out the new classes!

Free Adult Dance Party
We have free 21+ dance parties on the first Saturday of each month from 7:00-10:00pm.

Resorative Yoga with Una Setia – $15
Wednesday, March 27, 12:00-1:00pm

Womyn’s All Levels Hip Hop Dance with Una Setia – $15
Wednesday, March 27, 6:00-7:00pm

Tween Hip Hop Dance with Una and Ahren Setia – $20
Friday, March 29, 5:00-6:00pm

Sound Bowl Healing with Royce Vagnier
Sundays, 7:00pm

Mat Pilates with Andrea Nyhusmoen
Tuesdays starting April 2, 7:00am

Yoga with Kayla
Wednesdays starting April 3, 7:30pm

Teen Improv with Jen Scott
Sundays starting April 7, 4:30pm

Stay tuned for more class listings! Questions? Email unasetia@gmail.com.

Studios for Rent at Hopkins Dance Company

Three beautiful studios available for hourly, short or long-term rental in Hopkins. Perfect for dance/exercise classes, photo shoots, filming, rehearsals, and more!

Studio 1: 17′ x 42′
Studio 2: 16′ x 28′
Studio 3: 29′ x 60′

Sound system and Wi-Fi available.

Hopkins Dance Company Spring Classes

Sign up now for spring classes at Hopkins Dance Company!

All ages from 3 years to adults.
Classes in ballet, pointe, jazz, tap, contemporary, musical theater, and yoga.

Tracks offered for Hopkins Youth Ballet or recreational, with performance opportunities for all.

Open Level Jazz Classes at Collide

Drop in for a jazz class in a safe, inclusive environment. Whether you’re just starting your dance journey or want to brush up on the basics, we welcome you to class.

Open Level Jazz
Mondays, 7:00-8:30pm
Taught by Nathan Huberty
For ages 14 and up.

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.

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

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

Studio 1 has 1200 square feet of sprung floor, full wall-length mirrors, Rosco Adagio Marley dance floor, high ceilings, skylights, and 3 chandeliers.
Studio 2 has 450 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
  • 2 folding tables
  • Access to up to 30 folding chairs
  • Microwave and small refrigerator
  • HVAC heated and cooled spaces with temperature control
  • Hallway drinking fountains

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.