Runs & Leaps Extravaganza
Save the date for July 28, 2026! Help us make the case that arts education matters and that early arts experiences change lives.
The Runs & Leaps Extravaganza is a pop-up style celebration of the profundity of NDI’s signature step “Runs and Leaps” with artistic direction by NDI Artistic Director Kay Gayner and Consultant Christopher d’Amboise. Through “Runs & Leaps” EVERY child gets their singular moment in the spotlight to shine and express themselves to the fullest.
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Runs & Leaps Extravaganza!
JULY 28, 2027
Central Park | Naumberg Bandshell
Help us show the world that the arts are essential on Tuesday, July 28, 2026 in Central Park (at the Naumberg Bandshell) and demonstrate the profound impact of NDI's award-winning programs.
Plus, the event will honor our Founder, Jacques d'Amboise, on the anniversary of his birthday (July 28th) and celebrate 50 years of NDI.
NDI's goal is to run and leap with 1000 NDI Alumni! Invite your friends and family and leap to your spot on the stage—it's your moment to shine!
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More Summer Events
NDI Alumni Weekend
July 25, 2026 to July 28, 2026
Calling all NDI Alumni... The party continues this summer!
Reunite with your NDI Community for days leading up to our Runs & Leaps Extravaganza. We're planning many exciting activities to celebrate NDI's 50th Anniversary. Come together and dance with us!
- Dance-a-Thon Party (Saturday 7/25)
- Film Screening of "He Makes Me Feel Like Dancing" (Sunday, 7/26)
- NDI Community Gatherings (Monday, 7/27)
- Runs & Leaps Extravaganza in Central Park (Tuesday, 7/28)
Find out more about this event by pre-registering in the form above, where you may indicate your interest in this Summer's Alumni Weekend. We'll follow up with more details.
You can also reach out to us at info@nationaldance.org.
