Lundstrum Performing is proud to share our mission and the work of students with the community. The following resources may be used for publication.
Press Contacts:
Joan Grathwol Olson, Managing Director, joan@lundstrum.org or 952.250.2029
Nicole Johnson, Marketing Coordinator, Nicole@lundstrum.org or 612-564-4123
In Brief
Our Mission is to cultivate a love and knowledge of the performing arts so that young people will discover their unique gifts, develop their depth of character, and imagine new possibilities for their lives, ensuring access for all students through scholarship support.
Since 2000, Lundstrum Performing Arts has proudly served thousands of students from diverse backgrounds. We are committed to serving students in our immediate North Minneapolis neighborhood through on-site programs and school partnerships; currently, 25% of students reside in North Minneapolis. Students of color comprise 40-55% of Lundstrum’s student body in any given year, and nearly 40% of students receive financial aid in the form of grants, scholarships and waivers funded by generous gifts from Lundstrum benefactors.
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Press Releases
Lundstrum Performing Arts Launches Northside Strong Performing Arts Scholarship (05/30/2022)
It’s Time to Rock n’ Roll! Lundstrum Performing Arts Students Present Fun-Filled Summer Musicals (07/12/2021)
Bridging the Covid Gap with Creativity, Kids, and Cats! (01/04/2021)
Lundstrum Performing Arts Presents Oklahoma!—The Film (07/28/2020)
Dancemania! Lundstrum Offers Adapted Musical Theater Classes for Students with Special Needs (07/09/2020)
Lundstrum Performing Arts Announces Northside Strong Performing Arts Scholarship ( 07/25/2023)
The North News: Lundstrum Performing Arts Presents Anything Goes (08/08/2023)
WCCO: Why does it hurt so much to hit your funny bone? (7/15/25)
WCCO: Inside Lundstrum Performing Arts' production of "The Addams Family" (7/21/24)
Lundstrum Performing Arts Hosts Two-Week Katherine Dunham Residency (10/14/24-10/26/24)
Celebrating the Legacy of Katherine Dunham at Lundstrum (10/24/24)
Lundstrum Performing Arts honors late north Minneapolis dance teacher (10/08/2024)
Leadership
Artistic Team:
Executive Director Amy Ellis
Artistic Director Kerry Carter
Director of Dance Jane McMonagle
Director of Voice Susan Kosel
Director of Ballet Laurie Coleman
Managing Director:
Joan Grathwol Olson
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