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NEW YORK CITY (WABC) — (May 15, 2020) It was no small feat, but this virtual number with dozens of students from the National Dance Institute was part of a star-studded virtual benefit for the non-profit that’s been keeping New York City kids moving and grooving since 1976.

“The joy on their faces,” said Ellen Weinstein, Artistic Director, National Dance Institute, “I wept when I saw the final result.”

The dancers say while it may not be a live show, they still get butterflies.

“It was funny because while I was watching myself dance, I had like second-hand anxiety,” said Malachy Fong, NDI dancer. “I thought I was going to mess up. It’s still really great! That feeling of being there.”

Due to the pandemic, NDI is offering free virtual dance instruction to everyone through their website, Facebook and Instagram live. While it’s not their traditional model of free instruction within the city’s schools, it […]

[PRESS RELEASE] New York, February 28, 2020— National Dance Institute was named an Official Charity Partner of the 2020 TCS New York City Marathon. The race, celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, will take place on Sunday, November 1, 2020.

“National Dance Institute is thrilled to be a part of the New York City Marathon’s 50th anniversary as an Official Charity Partner for this year’s race. Team NDI will raise funds to benefit children in 44 public schools throughout New York City as we promote health and fitness in our dance programs,” said Traci Lester, NDI Executive Director. “The TCS New York City Marathon provides an amazing platform for hundreds of nonprofit organizations to raise awareness and funds toward their missions. We are proud to support our team on their journey to the iconic finish line.”

NDI believes that the arts have a unique power to engage children of every background, […]