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4worldlovers: With a history spanning over half a century, Minnesota Dance Theatre is an acclaimed dance company and school based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Since its debut in 1962, MDT has led the Twin Cities in performing, teaching, and celebrating the art of dance. Founded by Loyce Houlton, MDT ranks as one of the most enduring arts organizations and aspires to maintain the highest international artistic standards, while attracting audiences, dancers, and students from all cultural and economic backgrounds.

Our mission is to present masterful and inspiring dance through performance and education.

Minnesota Dance Theatre & School values the diversity and talents of the community in which we work, learn and perform. We strive to cultivate a welcoming, inclusive culture that reflects our diverse Twin Cities community and supports an environment in which students and professionals from all backgrounds can thrive and belong.

4worldlovers: We are excited to share our passion for dance education with you — from what is going on in the classroom, to the friendly staff, to the community of family and friends in the lobby — we welcome you and invite you to join us at Ballare Teatro Performing Arts Center.

4worldlovers:
What's exercise? It’s movement. For the body, moving is medicinal, it’s strengthening, it’s cleansing. Movement feeds the mind, the body, and the soul.


Straightline is a celebration of bodies of all levels, all looks, and all ages. Don't be shy! There's a place for you in class, in studio and online.

Love, love, love Straightline! So welcoming and inclusive, wonderful instructors with challenging (yet modifiable) classes. I always leave feeling so strong. Highly recommend :)


​I look forward to going to Straightline every week! It's more than just a studio; it's a community that encourages growth, creative expression and a whole lot of fun. The classes have become my own form of dance therapy and I can't imagine life without them!

Straightline is a fantastic studio! They provide a variety of fitness classes, in a beautiful space, with skilled and kind instructors. I’m so happy to have made this studio my home for fitness. It is a lovely community of people!

There’s never a dull moment with our wide range of classes. Barre, Cardio Dance, Pop Pilates, Fascia Fitness, Ballet, Shuffle, Hip Hop and more--we aim to inspire movement.

Our talented team will keep you busy and entertained in our music-driven classes. It's true--time flies when you're having fun.

Go beyond the workout--our workshops and trainings give you the opportunity to deepen your practice, broaden your mind, and share your love of movement with others. ​

Our community loves and appreciates having variety and options. Attend live classes in the studio, over Zoom at home​, or at your convenience with our on demand library. We never thought we'd run a virtual studio, and now it's something many of you "can't live without."

The Straightline community is like family. We support, inspire, challenge, and befriend each other. Don't be afraid to join in the conversation--many of your classmates are longtime regulars and eager to welcome newbies. We come to sweat, dance, and smile together. ​