Celebrate your special event at the Mark Morris Dance Center. Our studios and lounges are ideal for parties that wish to include a group lesson. Group Lesson Request Form >

The Group Lesson

Groups can choose a 60, 90, or 120-minute class with one of our world-renowned faculty members. The Dance Center offers a wide range of dance styles to choose from: Ballet, Modern Dance, Jazz Dance, Hip-Hop, Tap Dance, African and more. Students can experience a more intimate and tailored approach for their group. Classes are priced based on length of time and number of students.  Accompanists are available for an additional fee of $50/hour. Click here for more information >

The Reception

Food and drink are not allowed in the studios, but an adjacent lobby space is included in the party rental for a reception. The renter is responsible for all décor, refreshments (including cake or cupcakes), paper/plastic goods and favors. All of these items must be set up in the reception space in advance and remain there for the duration of the reception.  

Reception space must be set up in advance and remain so for the duration of the rental. Space may be rented for a longer reception pending availability. If you would prefer a longer reception, please mention this when submitting your request form.

Example three hour rental includes:

• 60 minute private studio lesson
• 3 hour reserved lounge rental (with tables and chairs) for reception
• Assistance with set up and cleanup
• Dedicated day-of Party Assistant
• MMDG faculty instructor
• MMDG faculty accompanist
• Garbage removal

Example Timeline:

• 30 minutes—set up
• 15 minutes—welcome and arrivals in the lounge space
• 60 minutes—dance class in the studio
• 45 minutes—refreshments and celebration in the lounge space
• 30 minutes—goodbyes and clean-up