Upcoming Events
Join us for our latest productions and experience the power of contemporary dance.
Open ARENA
(PAUSED) 10 sessions with a brand new round of community dance classes.
DELUXE
Experience the media surrounding DELUXE, ARENA Dances latest Fall Show.
SPRING 2027
ARENA Dances prepares for its next full evening length show premiering April 2027.
Open ARENA
(PAUSED) 10 sessions with a brand new round of community dance classes.
DELUXE
Experience the media surrounding DELUXE, ARENA Dances latest Fall Show.
SPRING 2027
ARENA Dances prepares for its next full evening length show premiering April 2027.
Learn With Us
Learn With Us
From Open ARENA company classes, DanceON k-12 education to our Studio Stories podcast we've got dance covered.
From Open ARENA company classes, DanceON k-12 education to our Studio Stories podcast we've got dance covered.
Studio Stories
Studio Stories
Join ARENA Dances for new podcasts, hosted by Artistic Director Mathew Janczewski. This series will share the histories of notable Twin Cities dance artists and the evolution of the industry’s landscape through time. Each week will feature a new guest of honor, sharing their story and impact on this gem of an arts town.
Join ARENA Dances for new podcasts, hosted by Artistic Director Mathew Janczewski. This series will share the histories of notable Twin Cities dance artists and the evolution of the industry’s landscape through time. Each week will feature a new guest of honor, sharing their story and impact on this gem of an arts town.
Studio Stories: New Season Loading
Studio Stories: New Season Loading
Reminiscing on Twin Cities Dance History
Join ARENA Dances every Thursday lunch break for new podcasts
Reminiscing on Twin Cities Dance History
Join ARENA Dances every Thursday lunch break for new podcasts
Our History
Our History
Since 1995, ARENA Dances has served as a cornerstone of the contemporary dance community, blending athletic precision with emotional depth.
Since 1995, ARENA Dances has served as a cornerstone of the contemporary dance community, blending athletic precision with emotional depth.
Space Rentals
Space Rentals
The Arena: Space for Rent
The Arena: Space for Rent
Located in the heart of the Lyn-Lake community, The Arena is available for rehearsal, class, and event needs!
Located in the heart of the Lyn-Lake community, The Arena is available for rehearsal, class, and event needs!
Hourly rates range from $20-$25, with discounts/special offerings available to BIPOC and LGBTQIA2+ communities. Inquire for savings.
Hourly rates range from $20-$25, with discounts/special offerings available to BIPOC and LGBTQIA2+ communities. Inquire for savings.
Support Our Mission
Support Our Mission
Your contribution helps us continue creating transformative dance experiences, supporting our artists, and bringing contemporary dance to our community.
Your contribution helps us continue creating transformative dance experiences, supporting our artists, and bringing contemporary dance to our community.
2000+
2000+
2000+
Annual audience members
Annual audience members
5+
5+
5+
Professional dancers
Professional dancers
60+
60+
60+
Productions created
Productions created
Photography Credits:
Bill Cameron, Galen Higgins, Laura Selle Virtucio, Jake Nehrbass, Armour Photography
©2026 ARENA Dances |All rights reserved.
Photography Credits:
Bill Cameron, Galen Higgins, Laura Selle Virtucio, Jake Nehrbass, Armour Photography
©2026 ARENA Dances |All rights reserved.
Photography Credits:
Bill Cameron, Galen Higgins, Laura Selle Virtucio, Jake Nehrbass, Armour Photography
©2026 ARENA Dances |All rights reserved.
Upcoming Events
Join us for our latest productions and experience the power of contemporary dance.
DELUXE
Experience the media surrounding DELUXE, ARENA Dances latest Fall Show.
SPRING 2027
ARENA Dances prepares for its next full evening length show premiering April 2027.
Open ARENA
(PAUSED) 10 sessions with a brand new round of community dance classes.