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Ballet Icons Misty Copeland And Tiler Peck Headlined National Dance Institute Benefit In Harlem
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 13, 2026

Ballet stars Misty Copeland and Tiler Peck recently headlined a benefit event for the National Dance Institute in Harlem, showcasing their renowned talents to support arts education.

National Dance Institute Unveils Jerron Herman As 2025-2026 Helen Stambler Neuberger Artist-in-Residence
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 11, 2025

National Dance Institute has named choreographer and performer Jerron Herman as its 2025–2026 Helen Stambler Neuberger Artist-in-Residence. During the one-year residency, Herman will develop original work at NDI’s Harlem center and collaborate with dancers in the NDI DREAM Project.

National Dance Institute Kicks Off 50th Anniversary Year With Event in Harlem
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 17, 2025

National Dance Institute presented Jacques' Art Nest, its biannual benefit performance, at its Jacques d'Amboise Center for Learning & the Arts in Harlem.

National Dance Institute Will Host 'Music In The Air: A Celebration of Rock'
by Stephi Wild - Jun 4, 2025

As National Dance Institute (NDI) prepares to celebrate its 50th anniversary later this fall, the renowned dance education organization will present its 2025 Event of the Year at NYU Skirball in June.

Hayley Williams and More Kick Off 50th Anniversary Year Of National Dance Institute
by Stephi Wild - May 2, 2025

National Dance Institute (NDI) brought together more than 400 dedicated arts supporters at the Ziegfeld Ballroom for its 49th Annual Gala, themed “Rock On!”

National Dance Institute Names Troy Anthony as the Helen Stambler Neuberger Artist-In-Residence for 2025 Season
by Stephi Wild - Dec 4, 2024

National Dance Institute announced the appointment of Troy Anthony as its Helen Stambler Neuberger Artist-in-Residence for the 2024-2025 season. Learn more here!

National Dance Institute Presents EARTH'S SONG
by A.A. Cristi - May 30, 2024

National Dance Institute has announced its highly anticipated 2024 Event of the Year, “Earth's Song,” taking place from June 15th to June 18th at NYU Skirball.

Photos: Inside the 10th Anniversary Event For The NDI DREAM Project
by Stephi Wild - Mar 1, 2024

The 10th Anniversary of the NDI DREAM Project was held last February 21st-23rd. Check out photos from the event here!

National Dance Institute's DREAM Project Celebrates 10 Years With Alumni Homecoming Event
by Stephi Wild - Feb 7, 2024

National Dance Institute will host a DREAM alumni homecoming on February 23rd in honor of the 10th anniversary of the NDI DREAM Project. Learn more about the upcoming event here!

National Dance Institute Appoints Tiffany Rea-Fisher as The Helen Stambler Neuberger Artist-in-Residence for the 2024 Season
by Stephi Wild - Dec 4, 2023

Following her acclaimed choreography for the Public Theater’s summer 2023 production of The Tempest at The Delacorte Theater, the multi-talented artist Tiffany Rea-Fisher has been chosen as National Dance Institute’s (NDI) Artist-in-Residence for 2024.

National Dance Institute Celebrates Life of Maya Angelou with Event of the Year Performance
by Stephi Wild - May 31, 2023

National Dance Institute (NDI) will celebrate the life of Dr. Maya Angelou at 'RISE,' their 2023 Event of the Year from June 17-19 at NYU Skirball Center. This event will include vibrant performances of dance and live music from over 100 talented children from New York City public schools. 

Photos: Inside National Dance Institute's 47th Annual Gala
by Stephi Wild - Apr 20, 2023

National Dance Institute’s 47th Annual Gala on April 17th raised $1.7 million in support of its award-winning arts education programs that reach over 6,000 children every week. Check out photos from the event here!

New York City Street Named in Honor of Legendary Ballet Dancer Jacques d'Amboise
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 6, 2022

 A street in New York City has been named in commemoration of the life and achievements of Jacques d’Amboise, legendary ballet dancer and founder of the arts education organization National Dance Institute (NDI).

Photos: See Brian Stokes Mitchell, Chita Rivera & More at the National Dance Institute's 46th Annual Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 13, 2022

National Dance Institute’s 46th Annual Gala raised over $1.5 million to support its award-winning arts education programs that reach 60,000 children every year.  The event featured performances by children from New York City public schools who benefit from NDI’s arts education programs.  

National Dance Institute Names Fredrick Earl Mosley As Helen Stambler Neuberger Artist-in-Residence
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 28, 2022

National Dance Institute welcomes Fredrick Earl Mosley as its Helen Stambler Neuberger Artist-in-Residence for 2021-2022. 

National Dance Institute Names Fredrick Earl Mosley As Helen Stambler Neuberger Artist-in-Residence
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 27, 2022

National Dance Institute is welcoming Fredrick Earl Mosley as its Helen Stambler Neuberger Artist-in-Residence for 2021-2022. The one-year residency supports the creative process of an artist of color and is designed to cultivate racially diverse artistry throughout NDI's programming.

Juan José Escalante Joins National Dance Institute as Executive Director
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 11, 2022

National Dance Institute has announced that Juan José Escalante has joined as Executive Director. Mr. Escalante is well known in the field of dance and the arts. He brings extensive experience in non-profit leadership to NDI, having served most recently as Executive Director of José Limón Dance Foundation.

National Dance Institute Announces New Executive Director
by Stephi Wild - Jan 11, 2022

National Dance Institute (NDI), the arts education organization that delivers award-winning dance and music programs to thousands of children worldwide, announced that Juan José Escalante has joined as Executive Director. 

National Dance Institute's Artistic Director Ellen Weinstein to Retire in September
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 5, 2021

National Dance Institute, the organization founded by Jacques d'Amboise and dedicated to transforming children's lives through the arts, announced today that Artistic Director Ellen Weinstein will retire on September 30, 2021.

Photo Coverage: Forest Whitaker & Frank Wood Celebrate Opening Night of HUGHIE on Broadway!
by Walter McBride - Feb 26, 2016

The highly anticipated Broadway revival of Eugene O'Neill's HUGHIE starring Academy Award winner, Golden Globe Award winner & BAFTA winner Forest Whitaker (The Last King of Scotland, The Butler, Southpaw) and Tony Award winner Frank Wood (Side Man, Angels In America, Clybourne Park), officially opened last night, February 25, 2016, at Broadway's Booth Theatre (222 West 45 Street). Directed by Tony Award winner and Olivier Award winner Michael Grandage (Photograph 51, Red, Frost/Nixon), HUGHIE will play a strictly limited engagement. BroadwayWorld was there for the special night and you can check out photos from the post-show celebration below!