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Ballet Co.Laboratory

276 E Lafayette Frontage Rd
St. Paul, MN 55107

Review: GUY FOR NOW at Rarig Nolte Xperimental Theatre

Review: GUY FOR NOW at Rarig Nolte Xperimental Theatre

by Jared Fessler · August 13, 2026

If you go into Guy For Now expecting a straightforward comedy, you're in for something a little different. Nicholas Pecora's play takes an ordinary guy and drops him into a world filled with strange characters, unexpected situations, and plenty of laughs.…

Review: THE CHOOSE YOUR OWN ADVENTURES OF TURTLE BOY at Mixed Blood Theatre

Review: THE CHOOSE YOUR OWN ADVENTURES OF TURTLE BOY at Mixed Blood Theatre

by Jared Fessler · August 13, 2026

The Choose Your Own Adventures of Turtle Boy is exactly the kind of show that feels at home at the Minnesota Fringe Festival. Created and performed by Emmanuel Elpenord, this one-person puppet show puts the audience in the middle of the action and lets them help decide where the story goes.…

Review: PISTACHIO'S PLAYHOUSE at Barbara Barker Center For Dance

Review: PISTACHIO'S PLAYHOUSE at Barbara Barker Center For Dance

by Jared Fessler · August 12, 2026

Written by Samuel Karie, the show follows Pistachio, the host of a children’s program, after a sudden tragedy turns her life upside down. She is trying to keep the Playhouse from closing while also trying to keep herself together in front of her young audience.…

Past Shows

15 total · showing 1–10

Season Showcase

Season Showcase

Jun 5

Ballet Co.Laboratory’s season-end celebration features Still Waters , an exploration of the peace found in the eye of a storm, and Les Sirènes , which dives into a whimsical tale of mermaids, pirates, & unexpected love. Two distinct currents—one reflective & one playful—will...

If You Give A Mouse A Cookie

If You Give A Mouse A Cookie

Mar 7 – Mar 15, 2026

The beloved children's book, If You Give a Mouse a Cookie, comes to life in Ballet Co.Laboratory's bite-sized ballet for young audiences. Packed with colorful visuals, playful storytelling, and delightful pre- and post-show activities, this production is the perfect introduction...

The Snow Queen

Dec 19 – Dec 21, 2025

The Snow Queen is a reimagined holiday ballet presented by Ballet Co.Laboratory, taking place from December 19 to December 21, 2025. Inspired by Hans Christian Andersen’s fairy tale, this production explores themes of love, courage, and family bonds, focusing on the journey of...

The Wondrous World Of Oz

The Wondrous World Of Oz

Oct 11

Follow the yellow brick road to Ballet Co.Laboratory's 8th Annual Benefit Performance & Celebration. An Oz-inspired performance from our professional dancers, along with themed sips, bites, & games will have you saying, "there's no place like Ballet Co.Laboratory."

Emily Dickinson: The Untold Verse

Apr 11 – Apr 13, 2025

Emily Dickinson: The Untold Verse is a contemporary ballet that explores the life and poetry of Emily Dickinson, performed by the professional dancers of Ballet Co.Laboratory. Choreographed by Genevieve Waterbury, the production aims to shed light on Dickinson's views on love...

Nutcracker in Wonderland

Dec 20 – Dec 22, 2024

Ballet Co.Laboratory presents a reimagined tale in Nutcracker in Wonderland, where Clara embarks on a journey of self-discovery alongside Alice. Unlike traditional narratives, this version empowers both heroines as they confront challenges and explore fantastical realms, guided...

Carmen in the 1920s

Carmen in the 1920s

May 19 – May 21, 2023

Swing dance goes en pointe with this playful yet fiery twist on an opera classic. Dance through the roaring 20s with Carmen, a fiercely independent charmer on a journey of fated love. Accompanied by a live jazz ensemble to a fresh arrangement of Georges Bizet’s bold score...

Firebird

Firebird

May 20 – May 22, 2022

Celebrate the soaring score of Igor Stravinskys Firebird with a reimagined tale of a powerful bird whose spirit and magical feathers provide beauty and protection upon the earth. Performed by 85 dancers, this radiant tale will take you into the depths of an enchanted forest...

Freddie-Break Free

Freddie-Break Free

Mar 31 – Apr 3, 2022

At long last, the highly anticipated contemporary rock ballet celebrating rock-n-rolls greatest showman will make its world premiere this season. Journey through the highs and lows of Freddie Mercurys life with a cast of 20 dancers and live Queen tribute band, Ready Freddie...

Laboratory II

Laboratory II

Feb 26

Mark your calendar for an evening of new classical and contemporary ballet works created by local emerging choreographers. Pieces will be performed by the upper-level students of The School of Ballet Co.Laboratory. After the performance, stay for a post-show talkback with the...

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