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Performers included Hamilton’s Leslie Odom Jr., New York City Ballet Principal Dancers, and the Children of NDI

Fox 5's Christal Young of Good Day New York interviews Kay Gayner, Artistic Director of NDI, and Morgan, NDI DREAM Dancer, about the NDI DREAM Project's week long summer camp for children with and without disabilities. Together these kids work together to create choreography that highlights every child's unique ability. NDI was founded almost 50 years ago by Jacques d'Amboise with the belief that every child should have access to quality arts education.

In the heart of Harlem, the National Dance Institute (NDI) is continuing its mission of inclusion and creativity with the return of its acclaimed DREAM Project.

National Dance Institute’s (NDI’s) 2025 Event of the Year, “Music In The Air: A Celebration of Rock,” brings together almost 200 talented children from New York City schools to perform original choreography accompanied by live music, from June 14th through June 16th.

In this segment, host Gary Axelbank sits down with Jermaine Jones and Shawn Jones to discuss upcoming events from the National Dance Institute, and Shawn’s inspiring journey as a dancer.

Kathleen Rivera (she/her) joins NDI as its new CAO. Kathleen is a visionary nonprofit leader and accomplished philanthropy strategist with over two decades of experience driving impact and innovation across the social sector. With a deep expertise in strategic planning, fundraising, communications, and organizational growth, Kathleen has consistently delivered transformative results for mission-driven institutions at the local, national, and global levels.