Summer Events at The Hiland Theater
This summer, NDI New Mexico will be hosting its first-ever Summer Arts Festival at The Hiland Theater in Albuquerque. This multi-week, multi-faceted festival represents a new opportunity for families to engage more deeply with NDI New Mexico and is intended to position The Hiland Theater as an important arts, cultural, and youth development hub for the city of Albuquerque.
Free Family Movie Nights
June 14
Back to the Future
June 21
Raiders of the Lost Ark
- Food Trucks: Popfizz & Ocean Breeze: 3:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Each guest receives a free meal and a free drink plus a free Popfizz paleta! - Movie Starts: 4:30 p.m.
- Supervised Young Children’s Activities: 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
- Free entry for our gift card raffle! Win a Target Gift Card: $150 | $250 | $500
- Bring a Friend! NDI New Mexico Familes that bring a friend not already enrolled receive: $20 Visa gift card OR 20% discount on summer or fall tuition!
Summer Institute Performance
June 28 | 5:30 p.m.
Summer Institute Performance: Adventures Around the World – Think Global, Dance Local!
The culmination of our three-week Summer Institute for SWAT and Celebration Teams, the theme of the performance will be international culture and dance, to connect with local artists from International District.
More information: Zac Smith, Albuquerque In-School Program Producer
(505) 340-0203 ext. 203
Email
Summer Soul-stice Jam
Free All Ages Hip-Hop Event*
July 13 | 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
The highly popular “Summer Soul-stice Jam,” will feature an array of hip-hop dance demonstrations, and appearances by renowned hip-hop dancers from Albuquerque and beyond. Classes for all ages, followed by a breaking competition with an MC, a DJ, and cash prizes.
* $20 Competitor Fee
Summer Soul-stice Jam Schedule of Events
DJs & Event Hosts:
Shuga Shane & Youth Guest Host
DJ: BZ Beats- Full Force Crew (Las Vegas, NV)
DJ Sol- KonzFr8Hevy (Denver, CO)
Categories:
2 VS 2 Breaking Battle $1,000.00 Prize
1 VS 1 Youth Breaking Battles $500.00
Guest Judges:
The Diss- Knucklehead Zoo (Las Vegas, NV)
Tino- Flava Pheenz (Santa Fe, NM)
B-Girl Ale (Santa Fe, NM)
Versatility- United Hip Hop Family (Albuquerque, NM)
Special Performances by:
Munch.e Melodies- Youth Funky Drummer (Denver, CO)
NDI New Mexico Camp Showcase
Breaking Workshop w/The Diss- Knucklehead Zoo
Friday, July 12th, 2024
Open to the Public
$20 | Includes Workshop Entrance & Competition Fee
Beginner Breaking 1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Intermediate/Advanced 3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Dana Tai Soon Burgess, Teaching Artist in Residence
July 22 | 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Meet The Artist
JOIN US for a Q&A with Dana Tai Soon Burgess, film screenings from his social justice series, and an informal performance by the Dana Tai Soon Burgess Dance Company.
July 27 | 6:00 p.m.
LIVE PERFORMANCE: Seeds of Toil: Pineapple Plantation and Transformations
Featuring choreography by Dana Tai Soon Burgess performed by the DTSB Dance Company and NDI New Mexico advanced students.
Community Day – End of Summer Blast!
August 3 | 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
A fun-filled celebration for families with children of all ages, featuring food, games, performances, arts and crafts vendors, back-to-school giveaways, and incentives for Hiland fall class registration.
National Night Out
August 6 | 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
National Night Out is an initiative designed to take root locally, to encourage community engagement in neighborhoods, enhancing community connections and safety.
