Alex Rudzinski
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Alex Rudzinski is director and co-executive producer of NBC's upcoming dance competition series "World of Dance," where judges Jennifer Lopez, Derek Hough and NE-YO, as well as host Jenna Dewan Tatum, bring the world's elite dancers together to compete in epic battles of artistry, precision and ...
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Alex Rudzinski is director and co-executive producer of NBC's upcoming dance competition series "World of Dance," where judges Jennifer Lopez, Derek Hough and NE-YO, as well as host Jenna Dewan Tatum, bring the world's elite dancers together to compete in epic battles of artistry, precision and athleticism. Solo dancers will compete against duos and crews in an unlimited range of dance, including hip-hop, krumping, popping, locking, tap, ballet, break dancing, ballroom, stomping and more.Rudzinski, who was nominated for a DGA Award for his live television direction of "Hairspray Live!," has won two Emmy Awards, including Outstanding Direction for a Variety Special for his work on Fox's musical "Grease Live!" He has directed 22 seasons of ABC's "Dancing with the Stars" and his other work includes U.K. series "Strictly Come Dancing" and "The X Factor," as well as NBC's "Maya & Marty."
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by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 30, 2022
La Jolla Playhouse has announced the first five productions of its 2023/2024 season, including the world-premiere musical The Untitled Unauthorized Hunter S. Thompson Musical, music and lyrics by Joe Iconis, book by Joe Iconis and Gregory S. Moss, directed by Tony Award winner Christopher Ashley.

by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 29, 2022
President Biden, First Lady Jill Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris, and Second Gentleman Douglas Emhoff will attend the 45th Kennedy Center Honors on Sunday, December 4.

by Michael Major - Nov 17, 2022
Aactor and filmmaker George Clooney, contemporary Christian pop singer-songwriter Amy Grant, the legendary singer of soul, Gospel, R&B and pop Gladys Knight, Cuban-born American composer, conductor and educator Tania León, and iconic Irish rock band U2 (comprised of band members Bono, The Edge, Adam Clayton and Larry Mullen Jr.) are the Honorees.

by Michael Major - Jul 21, 2022
Recipients include actor and filmmaker George Clooney; contemporary Christian and pop singer-songwriter Amy Grant; the legendary singer of soul, Gospel, R&B, and pop Gladys Knight; Cuban-born American composer, conductor, and educator Tania León; and iconic Irish rock band U2, comprised of members Bono, The Edge, Adam Clayton, and Larry Mullen Jr.

by Michael Major - Dec 3, 2021
Available everywhere now, the soundtrack features vocals by Harry Connick, Jr., Nicole Scherzinger, Tituss Burgess and Megan Hilty, with newcomer Celina Smith in the titular role of Annie and Taraji P. Henson. The album will also be released in CD format beginning January 21, 2022. Pre-order the CD and stream the new soundtrack now!

by A.A. Cristi - Dec 2, 2021
ANNIE LIVE! is live now on NBC! Get a look inside the broadcast here as Broadway stars Tituss Burgess and Megan Hilty join Taraji P. Henson for the villainous tour de force, 'Easy Street.'

by A.A. Cristi - Dec 2, 2021
ANNIE LIVE! is live now on NBC! Get a look inside the broadcast here as Mr. Warbucks and Grace take Annie to Broadway in 'NYC' with stars Harry Connick, Jr., Celina Smith and Nicole Scherzinger.

by A.A. Cristi - Dec 2, 2021
ANNIE LIVE! is live now on NBC! Get a look inside the broadcast here as the incredible ensemble perform, 'I Think I'm Gonna Like It Here' with stars Celina Smith and Nicole Scherzinger.

by A.A. Cristi - Dec 2, 2021
ANNIE LIVE! is live now on NBC! Get a look inside the broadcast here as the cast of talented tots that make up the orphans open the show with their iconic number, 'It's A Hard Knock Life.'

by Taylor Brethauer-Hamling - Dec 2, 2021
Star of NBC's Annie Live, Celina Smith, is taking over our Instagram story today to share her favorite spots around New York City ahead of the musical's premiere tonight! Tune in to Annie Live tonight on NBC at 8pm ET.
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by Michael Major - Dec 2, 2021
Taraji P. Henson and Celina Smith appeared on the Kelly Clarkson Show yesterday to discuss starring in Annie LIVE! The live musical spectacular also stars Tituss Burgess, Nicole Scherzinger, Megan Hilty, and Harry Connick, Jr. Watch a clip of Smith describing the first time she met Henson now!


by Michael Major - Dec 1, 2021
Celina Smith and Tituss Burgess will appear on a new episode of the Kids Tonight Show tomorrow on Peacock to discuss starring in Annie LIVE! on NBC. Smith stars in the title role of the musical with Burgess playing Rooster Hannigan. Watch an exclusive preview of their upcoming interview now!


by Michael Major - Dec 1, 2021
NBC has released a new trailer for Annie LIVE! Check out Taraji P. Henson, Harry Connick Jr., Nicole Scherzinger, Tituss Burgess, Celina Smith, and more in action in this new ad, featuring classic songs like 'Hard Knock Life,' 'Tomorrow,' 'Easy Street,' and ''I Don't Need Anything But You!'


by Michael Major - Nov 26, 2021
The new trailer features a first look at the musical's iconic numbers, including 'Hard Knock Life', 'Tomorrow', and 'Easy Street'. Check the new footage of Celina Smith as Annie, Taraji P. Henson as Miss Hannigan, Tituss Burgess as Rooster Hannigan, Nicole Scherzinger as Grace Farrell, and Harry Connick Jr. as Daddy Warbucks now!


by Michael Major - Nov 22, 2021
A new video of Celina Smith singing 'Tomorrow' in rehearsals for Annie LIVE! has been released. Watch Smith sing the song, discuss her interpretation, and the timelessness of the musical with Taraji P. Henson, who plays Miss Hannigan, in the new video now! The live musical will also feature Nicole Scherzinger, Megan Hilty, and Tituss Burgess.


by Michael Major - Nov 16, 2021
NBC has released a look into the rehearsals for ANNIE Live! The musical event stars Taraji P. Henson, Harry Connick Jr, Celina Smith, Nicole Scherzinger, Megan Hilty, and Tituss Burgess. Watch the new video now!


by Michael Major - Oct 27, 2021
NBC has released a new ad for Annie LIVE! featuring Taraji P. Henson, Harry Connick Jr, and Celina Smith. The new live musical will also feature Nicole Scherzinger, Jane Krakowski, and Tituss Burgess. Watch the new video now!


by Abigail Charpentier - Nov 13, 2019
'The 53rd Annual CMA Awards,' hosted by Carrie Underwood with special guest hosts Reba McEntireand Dolly Parton, began the show with an opening number celebrating the women of country.


by Stage Tube - Feb 7, 2019
On last night's episode of THE MASKED SINGER, the Raven was revealed to be Ricki Lake! Watch her unmasking below!


by Stage Tube - Sep 18, 2018
During the Emmy Awards, NBC shared the first teaser for 'Hair Live!' Watch the video below!