Harlequin Floors is proud to continue its longstanding support of two organizations that are helping shape the future of dance: Youth America Grand Prix (YAGP and Regional Dance America (RDA).
For decades, Harlequin has been committed to providing performance and rehearsal surfaces that support dancers at every stage of their journey. From young artists stepping onto the stage for the first time to pre-professional dancers pursuing careers in the performing arts, we are honored to stand alongside organizations that foster growth, artistry, and opportunity.
Celebrating Excellence at Youth America Grand Prix
Harlequin Floors is proud to be a longtime supporter of Youth America Grand Prix (YAGP), the world’s largest international ballet scholarship competition and one of the most important platforms for young dancers to showcase their talent.
Founded in 1999, YAGP offers aspiring dancers ages 9 to 19 performance opportunities, scholarships to some of the world’s leading dance institutions, and access to exceptional training and mentorship. More than 150,000 young dancers have participated in YAGP auditions, with many continuing on to careers with major ballet companies around the globe.
Harlequin Floors is proud to support the 2026 YAGP Competition Finals in Houston, Texas, taking place May 10-18, as well as the celebrated “Stars of Today Meet the Stars of Tomorrow” Gala later that week. These events bring together rising stars and renowned professionals to celebrate talent, dedication, and artistry.
We look forward to connecting with dancers, directors, and fellow supporters as we continue to champion the next generation of dance excellence. Best of luck to all of this year’s competitors.
For more information about YAGP and its upcoming events, visit yagp.org.
Continuing Our Support of Regional Dance America
Harlequin Floors is also proud to once again support and sponsor Regional Dance America (RDA), an organization that has championed excellence in dance education, performance, and opportunity for more than 60 years.
Founded in 1988 as the continuation of the National Association for Regional Ballet, RDA provides valuable training, performance, and scholarship opportunities to pre-professional dance companies across the United States. Through its annual regional festivals, RDA fosters community, mentorship, and artistic growth among thousands of young dancers and emerging choreographers.
Each year, RDA member companies gather within their regions for multi-day festivals hosted by member companies across the country. These festivals bring together more than 1,500 dancers from 70 regional companies, along with hundreds of parents, artistic directors, staff members, faculty, and musicians.
Harlequin representatives are looking forward to attending several RDA Regional Festivals this spring and connecting with the remarkable dance communities in each region:
- MidStates Regional Festival April 16-18, 2026 St. Louis, Missouri
- Southeast Regional Festival April 23-25, 2026 Birmingham, Alabama
- Northeast Regional Festival May 7-9, 2026 Albany, New York
Whether you are a dancer, artistic director, teacher, parent, or arts supporter, we hope to see you there.
As Harlequin continues to support organizations like YAGP and RDA, we remain inspired by the passion, determination, and creativity of the young artists who are shaping the future of dance.For more information about Regional Dance America and its regional festivals, visit regionaldanceamerica.org.