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.
— Lise Houlton, Artistic Director
– Loyce Houlton, Founder
Founded in 1962, Minnesota Dance Theatre is an acclaimed dance company and school based in Minneapolis, Minnesota.