Mutual Dance Theatre and Arts Center
is located in Hartwell, a neighborhood of Cincinnati (off I-75 exit 10). Formerly known as MamLuft&Co. Dance, our organization will now offer activities of all arts genres for all ages and skill levels.
This is a rendering of our vision for the arts center. Help us attain our $750K goal by donating here.
Overview of On-Site Offerings
For more information on any of these, keep scrolling or click the applicable item.
We also offer off-site community programs, and we are always interested in collaborating!
If you do not see something below that you would be interested in, let us know.
Fall Arts Pods
Our response to the COVID-19 crisis includes an offering of specialized art activities with school work time for students grades 2-5, M-F 8am-4pm.
Arts Classes
Classes in different forms of arts for all ages.
Recreational Dance Classes
Open studio classes for any person, no matter their level. No auditions required. For adults and for kids.
Day Camps
Day camps provided throughout the year. Running now: Summer Camp!
Facility Rentals
Teach your own class here, have a baby shower, or practice in the studio alone.
Academy Training Program
More serious studies for young dancers. Placement is based on auditions. Two ensembles (youth companies) at the higher levels. Add-ons for weekly time dedicated to skills (such as leaps/jumps, turns, acro/inversions, stretching) available.
Pre-College Prep for Modern Dance
A wealth of preparation for Modern Dance studies at the university level. Mentoring, mock auditions, juries, solo development, college applications, résumé building, and more.
Solos and Private Lessons
Available for anyone! But, certain Academy levels can perform solos at the recital.
Summer Intensives
Returning in 2021.
Arts Classes for All Ages
We’re currently deciding on what types of non-dance, arts classes to offer.
Dance for Adults
DANCE CLASSES FOR ADULTS are offered at various levels in varying techniques.
Auditions are NOT required, however Company Class is very advanced and is not appropriate for all dancers.
DANCE FOR KIDS: RECREATIONAL
Classes for all ages
Classes are grouped by grade going into 20-21 school year
No audition required: just sign up!
Abilities may be mixed within a class
Can take as few or as many classes as you’d like!
2 classes in a family: 10% off tuition, 3 classes: 15% off, 4 classes: 20% off
ACADEMY / ADVANCED TRAINING PROGRAM
For kids and youth seeking a more disciplined and rigorous environment
More advanced classes with higher expectations
Levels II and III/IV will have ensembles (youth companies)
Each level has a required collection of classes
Supplemental options (turns, leaps/jumps, acro) are optional, but may be advised to improve weaknesses
Pre-College Preparatory
For dancers interested in majoring in dance or becoming a professional dancer
Specifically prepares youth for study in Modern Dance, along with supporting techniques to gain admissions
Meets 2 Saturdays a month with BFA and MFA graduates.
Program benefits/activities include:
Assistance with college application essay and other counseling (including recommendations and introductions to various universities).
Includes group work/feedback on college application solo. (Private lesson add-on optional.)
Audition skills and mock auditions with feedback from university faculty members.
Senior showcase (live and video) to present graduating seniors to university scholarship and admissions.
Mutual Dance Theatre and Arts Center
8222 Monon Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45216
On the corner of Monon and Parkway