musical theater choreographer Archives

Choreographic copyright: When a labor of love is stolen

Plagiarism reared its ugly head in the theater dance world in recent months, as Courtney Ortiz and several other choreographers discovered their...

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It’s wonderful work: A talk with Rickey Tripp on ‘A Wonderful World’ and beyond

Rickey Tripp didn’t make it to the Great White Way after being a trophy-touting competition kid or studio darling; “I would watch...

Byron Tittle, Christine Flores, Kara Chan and Ricky Ubeda in 'Illinoise' at Park Avenue Armory, 2024. Photo by Stephanie Berger.

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Nominations for Tony Awards 2024 have been announced

The 2024 Tony Awards nominations have been announced. Winners of the 77th annual Tony Awards, which recognize the best in live Broadway...

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Embracing professional life as a global talent: Richard J. Hinds

American choreographer and director Richard J. Hinds has recently embraced working in the UK. “I applied for my Global Talent Visa during...

'Matilda the Musical'. Photo by Dan Smith/Netflix.

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Ellen Kane: Celebrating the magic of childhood through dance in ‘Matilda the Musical’

London-based choreographer Ellen Kane has an extensive resume both on stage and screen. She choreographed Legally Blonde, A Chorus Line and West Side Story in London. Most recently, she choreographed the...

The cast of 'Bob Fosse's DANCIN''. Photo by Julieta Cervantes.

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‘Bob Fosse’s DANCIN’’ returns to Broadway

Producer Joey Parnes has announced that Bob Fosse’s DANCIN’ the American showbusiness legend’s landmark musical tribute to the artform that defined his...

Caricature of Ann Reinking and Debra McWaters. Artwork by Lee Greenaway (dance and theatre artist).

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Life with Ann Reinking: Stories by Deb McWaters, Part 6

Dance Informa continues its series on stories about Ann Reinking, written by colleague and friend Debra McWaters. Chapter 8: Kick-off One night, Annie and...

Debra McWaters and Ann Reinking working on transitions. Photo by Jeff Reinking.

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Life with Ann Reinking: Stories by Deb McWaters, Part 5

Dance Informa continues its series on stories about Ann Reinking, written by colleague and friend Debra McWaters. Chapter 7: Rehearsals leading to the...

Randy Poulos, Peter Talbert, Christopher Stuart Reinking, Ann Reinking and Debra McWaters. Photo by Jeff Reinking.

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Life with Ann Reinking: Stories by Deb McWaters, Part 4

Dance Informa continues its series on stories about Ann Reinking, written by colleague and friend Debra McWaters. Chapter 6: The Valentine’s Baby There...