I originally went to St Paul Ballet when I had ambitions of being a dancer at age 11. I had just…read moremoved from Sri Lanka where they followed the British dance philosophy to the states where it was different. I really liked the school and the instructors but the distance from the suburbs to St. Paul proved to be too far for continued attendance. Jump to 30 years later and I am finally putting dance shoes back on to take adult beginner dance classes. I am huffing and puffing by the end of class but I don't mind since I had such a great time! I highly recommend it!

We tried three ballet education institutions, then choose st.paul ballet. My daughter loves here so…read moremuch. Thank you!

very good customer service from Micheala. she was very helpful and i appreciate it. she was very…read morehelpful

Zenon is a dancers hidden gem located in Minneapolis. I discovered it last winter and have only…read morebeen there a couple times. I now live in the cities so I plan on becoming a regular. The staff and dancers welcome dancers from all levels and backgrounds. The open houses are worth checking out, so you can see what types of classes you are interested in taking. For now my favorite classes are the Hip Hop classes. I have a feeling as I explore Zenon more that will change. The people take dance seriously, but are also there just to dance and have a good time. So girls and guys, if you are new or already know the cities but you are looking for a place to dance - Check out Zenon.

What a fun dance studio! A friend has been dancing here for years in the adult female team. They…read morehave been to (and won) several competitions in the past all over the midwest. They also offer an adult program for guys - the dancing dads! So if you've got your daughter or son in dance you can also dance and do a recital with them. That's pretty cool. The instruction is top notch. The dancing dads - a bunch of guys with no experience in dance were able to even make it on tv last year on So you think you can dance. The instruction is that good! I've joined the dancing dads this year, and it's been a blast. Really cool guys to work out with - even if the rugrats and kids are always showing us up. It's a great workout and a fun time.

My son is in dance class here. We will not be returning next year, and I would advise people to…read morelook for a better studio. The place is always dirty. The chairs for parents to sit in are disgusting, the floor always has food on it, the tables in the cafeteria are always dirty. To make it worse, they completely ripped us off on his "costumes." He got 2 shirts and a pair of black pants. It costs us $130! The girls in his class got 2 beautiful dresses, and all of the accessories, for the same price. He's completely heartbroken that his "costumes" look like clothes that he already has in his closet, and that he didn't get any of the extras that the girls got. When I tried to talk to someone in the office, I felt like my question was completely ignored.

This place is awesome! Everyone from the front desk, staff and instructors focus on the success of…read morethe student. Such a gift with professional instructors sharing their knowledge and expertise of singing, dancing and acting in a caring environment. Try it - you won't be disappointed.

This place is genuinely amazing. I would give it ten stars if I could. My daughter took dance…read moreclasses from other studios for a few years and then six years of classes at Lundstrum. The difference is night and day. Culture - The instructors at Lundstrum do a great job of instilling a culture of encouragement rather than competitiveness that filters down to the students. The older kids encourage and help the younger kids and everyone cheers for each other. Expertise - Every instructor is a trained professional in their field. Most of the younger instructors perform all around the Twin Cities and several instructors had careers on Broadway before working at Lundstrum. They challenge their students to really work on precision and technique and it really shows. My daughter's tap skills, for example, advanced more in her first year at Lundstrum than in four years at her previous studio. Scheduling - Group classes are scheduled so that age groups can have classes back-to-back. No driving to the dance studio five nights a week if your kid is taking six classes. This INCREDIBLY nice for busy families. Range of classes - If your kid loves the stage, it's not enough to just learn to dance, they have to do it all--singing, dancing, and acting. The main programs at Lundstrum do a great job of melding the three into a Broadway curriculum with expert instructors in each classroom. Clear costs - Unlike most dance studios, Lundstrum won't suprise you with a bunch of hidden costs. Many studios charge extra for approved rehearsal clothing, recital costumes, etc. In our daughter's last year at a different studio, we spent over $400 on costumes that she used once and then never wore again! All of that is included at Lundstrum.

Great instruction and environment for an adult learner! Ballet was fun again. Loved their…read moreNutcracker performance as well.

Noticed a review on here regarding the Easter Egg hunt. The review was posted prior to the event,…read moreso not sure how an opinion was formed, and that person reviewing it appears to have a pattern of poor reviews. My family attended the event, and it was great. All different backgrounds attended and were welcome. If you are going to troll with a review, get a new bit.

With the recommendation from one of my friends I heard about the Ragamala Dance School…read more They teach bharatanatyam style of dance. Bharatanatyam is a classical dance form originating in Tamil Nadu a Southern state in India. It is one of the oldest of the classical dance forms in India and is usually accompanied by the classical music. It has its inspirations from the sculptures of the ancient temple of Chidambaram. It's mostly noted for its sculpturesque poses and the fan-like costumes of it's dancers. I'm actually not a Bharatanatyam dance, I've had over 10 years of dancing Kathak which is a more graceful and floaty style of dance from India. I was very fascinated by this dance studio and really wanted to take a class. I registered for the summer session, where I met with a diverse group of students, the age range of the class ranges from small kiddies to adults. In the non-air conditioned rooms, you learn the basic steps of Bharatanatyam, which uses a lot of core muscle balances. At the end of the hour long session, I felt as if I ran a marathon. It really is a great work out, and something unique at the same time. My teacher, Tamara is attentive, and gives you constructive feedback. It's a lot of fun learning from her. If you're interested in learning something new, or a great work out, you should give them a shot. They also preform in collaboration with other dance forms, which makes for a very creative experience.

From the owner: Under the direction of Ranee Ramaswamy and Aparna Ramaswamy, Ragamala Dance Company's work explores…read morethe dynamic tension between the ancestral and the contemporary. As choreographers and performers, Ranee and Aparna create dance landscapes that dwell in opposition--secular and spiritual life, inner and outer worlds, human and natural concerns, rhythm and stillness--to find the transcendence that lies in between. As mother and daughter, each brings her generational experience to the work--the rich traditions, deep philosophical roots, and ancestral wisdom of India meeting and merging with the curiosity, openness, and creative freedom fostered in the United States.

We attended Circus Juventas' Blizzard show this week. I wasn't sure what to expect having only seen…read moreone Cirque du Soleil show. What I didn't expect this to be was a show put on by kids! WOW! Blizzard was a culmination of several Christmas stories using the setting of Santa's Workshop. Christmas play meets Cirque du Soleil. These kids are no joke! The acting, strength, and fearlessness of these kids is amazing! If you weren't sure it's worth going don't, go! Bring your family and support these talented kids. Looking forward to seeing more of these shows in the future.

Over the past 8 years, the summer performance of Circus Juventas has become part of our annual…read moretradition. It's amazing that kids are the performers - given the incredible feats of strength, discipline and flexibility. Tickets in advance are recommended. Over the 8 years, they've increased from $20 to $40. Tickets can be purchased online about a month in advance of the show. The big top is an amazing venue. Parking is a bit tricky so plan in advance. Extra bathrooms and porta potties are brought in for the events. Concessions and programs are available. The seats are bench with a cushioned pad. After a bit they are tough for the full performance. With intermission, it's a good three hour performance. We've always been blown away! Highly recommend and will continue to return.