Press & News
Metro Focus: Dance to Personal Freedom (Rebroadcast)
"We continue our ongoing reporting initiative called “Chasing the Dream: Poverty and Opportunity in America” with the story of National Dance Institute of New York. They offer kids a chance of being creative and free while developing the full mind. You don’t want to miss it!"
Black Tie International: National Dance Institute 42nd Annual Gala
"This year NDI will honor Tony Award-winning dancer, singer, and actress, Bebe Neuwirth for her passionate support of dance and arts education & long-time NDI supporter and Chairman of GFP Real Estate Jeffrey R. Gural."
Playbill: National Dance Institute Will Honor Tony Winner Bebe Neuwirth
"Neuwirth, as well as long-time NDI supporter and Chairman of GFP Real Estate Jeffrey R. Gural, will be honored at NDI’s annual gala April 30. The sit-down dinner will feature entertainment by guest performers and the children of NDI, hosted by emcee Terrence Mann (who appeared alongside Neuwirth in Broadway's The Addams Family)."
A Plus: Kids with Disabilities are Getting to Dance Like Never Before
"Allan has a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). He has great difficulty communicating. We found that he is also able to repeat what he sees…especially for dance! His partner Ruby is a naturally sunny and bright personality. Allan has really responded to her and he has been dancing and participating throughout the class..."
China Daily: Lunar New Year gets props at Lincoln Center
"I have been dancing with the National Dance Institute for seven years. I found the Chinese dancing very inspirational, and I want to push myself to do more. Chinese culture is very beautiful,” said Skye Blu Knight, 13, a student at Grand Concourse Academy in Bronx."
CBS New York: Students Ready To Ring In Lunar New Year
"At P.S. 2 in Chinatown, students from China’s “Dancing Into The Future” were visiting National Dance Institute to celebrate the Lunar New Year. The school and students were all decked out for the holiday."