Alex Rudzinski
Latest News on Alex Rudzinski:
GREASE LIVE! se incorpora al catálogo de Netflix con motivo de su décimo aniversario (Feb 2, 2026)
Eugene Levy and Dan Levy Set To Host '76th Emmy Awards' on ABC (Aug 16, 2024)
The '76th Emmy Awards' Sets Full Production Team (Aug 15, 2024)
GREASE LIVE! se incorpora al catálogo de Netflix con motivo de su décimo aniversario (Feb 2, 2026)
Eugene Levy and Dan Levy Set To Host '76th Emmy Awards' on ABC (Aug 16, 2024)
The '76th Emmy Awards' Sets Full Production Team (Aug 15, 2024)
BIO
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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JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR LIVE IN CONCERT -- Jesus Christ Superstar Live in Concert Press Junket -- Pictured: (l-r) Neil Meron, Executive Producer; Marc Platt, Executive Producer; Alex Rudzinski, EP/Live Television Director; Jason Ardizzone-West, Production
Date:
02/28/2018
From: Photo Flash: JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR LIVE Cast & Creatives Meet The Press
JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR LIVE IN CONCERT -- Jesus Christ Superstar Live in Concert Press Junket -- Pictured: (l-r) Marc Platt, Executive Producer; Nigel Wright, Musical Director; Alex Rudzinski, EP/Live Television Director; Harvey Mason Jr., Music Producer;
Date:
02/28/2018
From: Photo Flash: JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR LIVE Cast & Creatives Meet The Press
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Back Row: Scott Wittman, Co-Lyricist; Craig Zadan, Executive Producer; Neil Meron, Executive Producer; Jennifer Hudson, Jerry Mitchell, Choreographer; Alex Rudzinski, Live Television Director; Derek McLane, Production Designer; Front Row: Marc Shaiman, C
Date:
06/10/2017
From: Photo Flash: Stars of HAIRSPRAY LIVE! Reunite for Panel
GREASE LIVE: (L-R) Alex Rudzinski, William Ivey Long and Bernard Telsey laugh during FOX''s GREASE LIVE Q&A With the Creative Team at the Hudson Ballroom on Monday, August 15, 2016 in New York City. (Photo by Anthony Behar/Fox/PictureGroup)
Date:
08/16/2016
From: Photo Flash: Lin-Manuel Miranda, Aaron Tveit & More at GREASE: LIVE Q&A Panel in NYC
GREASE LIVE: Lin-Manuel Miranda, Thomas Kail (director), William Ivey Long, Aaron Tveit, Alex Rudzinski and Bernard Telsey pose together onstage during FOX''s GREASE LIVE Q&A With the Creative Team at the Hudson Ballroom on Monday, August 15, 2016 in New
Date:
08/16/2016
From: Photo Flash: Lin-Manuel Miranda, Aaron Tveit & More at GREASE: LIVE Q&A Panel in NYC
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by Michael Major - 2021-12-02 09:10:09
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by Michael Major - 2021-12-01 15:26:50
VIDEO: Watch Taraji P. Henson, Nicole Scherzinger & More in Action in a New ANNIE LIVE! Trailer
by Michael Major - 2021-12-01 09:09:44
VIDEO: 'Hard Knock Life' & More Featured in New ANNIE LIVE! Trailer
by Michael Major - 2021-11-26 09:08:30
VIDEO: Celina Smith Rehearses 'Tomorrow' in New ANNIE LIVE! Video
by Michael Major - 2021-11-22 12:17:09
VIDEO: CMA Awards 2019 Opens with a Celebration of Women in Country
by Abigail Charpentier - 2019-11-13 22:44:50
VIDEO: The Identity of the Raven is Revealed on THE MASKED SINGER
by Kaitlin Milligan - 2019-02-07 09:10:57
VIDEO: NBC Shares WORLD OF DANCE Digital Exclusive Judges Dance Off With Jennifer Lopez, Ne-Yo, Derek Hough & Jenna Dewan
by Tori Hartshorn - 2018-05-22 16:50:32
VIDEO: John Legend Gives the Students of Drama Club NYC a Behind the Scenes Look at JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR LIVE!
by A.A. Cristi - 2018-03-30 21:36:05
VIDEO: Everything's Alright As Sara Bareilles Debuts Classic Song in New JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR LIVE Promo!
by A.A. Cristi - 2018-03-19 20:46:21
VIDEO: Everything's Alright! Watch Sara Bareilles & More Sing in New Promo for JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR
by Nicole Rosky - 2018-03-13 11:28:54
TV: What's the Buzz with JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR LIVE? John Legend, Sara Bareilles & More Tell Us What's Happenin'
by Nicole Rosky - 2018-02-27 15:11:43
VIDEO: John Legend Hits All the High Notes in New Rehearsal Video for JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR LIVE IN CONCERT
by Stephi Wild - 2018-02-23 19:58:32
VIDEO: Sara Bareilles & John Legend Talk NBC's JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR LIVE
by Caryn Robbins - 2018-01-26 13:42:35
Up Your Holiday Season Twitter Game With These A CHRISTMAS STORY LIVE Gifs
by Alan Henry - 2017-12-18 10:59:43
VIDEO: Watch Jane Krakowski & More Show-Stopping Performances from A CHRISTMAS STORY LIVE!
by Caryn Robbins - 2017-12-18 09:49:06
VIDEO: First Listen - Bebe Rexha Sings New Pasek & Paul Song from A CHRISTMAS STORY LIVE!
by Caryn Robbins - 2017-12-13 14:58:51
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GREASE LIVE! se incorpora al catálogo de Netflix con motivo de su décimo aniversario
by Adela González Pérez - Feb 2, 2026
La producción de FOX llega a la plataforma tras una década de su estreno.
by Adela González Pérez - Feb 2, 2026
La producción de FOX llega a la plataforma tras una década de su estreno.
Eugene Levy and Dan Levy Set To Host '76th Emmy Awards' on ABC
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 16, 2024
Emmy® Award-winning multihyphenates Eugene Levy and Dan Levy are set to host the “76th Emmy® Awards” on ABC and will be the first-ever father-son duo. The “76th Emmy Awards” will air live coast to coast from the Peacock Theater at L.A. LIVE in Los Angeles on SUNDAY, SEPT. 15 (8:00-11:00 p.m. EDT/5:00-8:00 p.m. PDT), on ABC and stream next day on Hulu.
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 16, 2024
Emmy® Award-winning multihyphenates Eugene Levy and Dan Levy are set to host the “76th Emmy® Awards” on ABC and will be the first-ever father-son duo. The “76th Emmy Awards” will air live coast to coast from the Peacock Theater at L.A. LIVE in Los Angeles on SUNDAY, SEPT. 15 (8:00-11:00 p.m. EDT/5:00-8:00 p.m. PDT), on ABC and stream next day on Hulu.
The '76th Emmy Awards' Sets Full Production Team
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 15, 2024
The trio has reassembled the production team from last year's critically acclaimed 75th Emmy Awards telecast. Brittany Brazil returns as co-executive producer as does producer Taryn Hurd, production designer Brian Stonestreet and head writer Jon Macks.
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 15, 2024
The trio has reassembled the production team from last year's critically acclaimed 75th Emmy Awards telecast. Brittany Brazil returns as co-executive producer as does producer Taryn Hurd, production designer Brian Stonestreet and head writer Jon Macks.
Jenn Freeman and Sonya Tayeh's IS IT THURSDAY YET? to Open Next Week at PAC NYC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 8, 2023
Is It Thursday Yet? will open on Tuesday, December 12 at the Perelman Performing Arts Center. Learn how to purchase tickets!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 8, 2023
Is It Thursday Yet? will open on Tuesday, December 12 at the Perelman Performing Arts Center. Learn how to purchase tickets!
Kennedy Center Honors Sets CBS Air Date In December
by Michael Major - Nov 14, 2023
The Honorees include actor and comedian Billy Crystal; acclaimed soprano Renée Fleming; British singer-songwriter, producer, and Bee Gees member Barry Gibb; rapper, singer, and actress Queen Latifah; and singer Dionne Warwick. Additionally, former Kennedy Center Honoree (2017) Gloria Estefan returns as host,
by Michael Major - Nov 14, 2023
The Honorees include actor and comedian Billy Crystal; acclaimed soprano Renée Fleming; British singer-songwriter, producer, and Bee Gees member Barry Gibb; rapper, singer, and actress Queen Latifah; and singer Dionne Warwick. Additionally, former Kennedy Center Honoree (2017) Gloria Estefan returns as host,
Perelman Performing Arts Center to Present IS IT THURSDAY YET? & More Dance Programming
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 27, 2023
The Perelman Performing Arts Center will present Is It Thursday Yet?, The March, and Motion/Matter: Street Dance Festival at the new performing arts center at the World Trade Center site in Lower Manhattan.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 27, 2023
The Perelman Performing Arts Center will present Is It Thursday Yet?, The March, and Motion/Matter: Street Dance Festival at the new performing arts center at the World Trade Center site in Lower Manhattan.
Renee Fleming, Billy Crystal, Dionne Warwick, and More Will Receive Kennedy Center Honors
by Stephi Wild - Jun 22, 2023
The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts has announced the selection of five Honorees who will receive the 46th Kennedy Center Honors for lifetime artistic achievements. Learn more about the honorees here!
by Stephi Wild - Jun 22, 2023
The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts has announced the selection of five Honorees who will receive the 46th Kennedy Center Honors for lifetime artistic achievements. Learn more about the honorees here!
Sonya Tayeh, Jenn Freeman & Holland Andrews' IS IT THURSDAY YET? to Premiere at La Jolla Playhouse in July
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 12, 2023
La Jolla Playhouse’s production of Is It Thursday Yet? will premiere July 11 – August 6 in the Playhouse’s Forum Theatre. Learn how to purchase tickets!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 12, 2023
La Jolla Playhouse’s production of Is It Thursday Yet? will premiere July 11 – August 6 in the Playhouse’s Forum Theatre. Learn how to purchase tickets!
Recap the Recent Works of Thomas Kail
by Stephi Wild - Mar 27, 2023
Thomas Kail is returning to Broadway to direct the new revival of Sweeney Todd, which is now in previews and officially opens on March 26. Here are just a few of his projects from the past decade, that you may or may not have known about!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 27, 2023
Thomas Kail is returning to Broadway to direct the new revival of Sweeney Todd, which is now in previews and officially opens on March 26. Here are just a few of his projects from the past decade, that you may or may not have known about!
La Jolla Playhouse Announces 2023/24 Season Featuring Five World Premieres
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 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.
President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris to Attend 45th Annual Kennedy Center Honors
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 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.
Kennedy Center and CBS Announce Airdate for the 45th Kennedy Center Honors
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 - 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.
Bono & the Edge, Gladys Knight & More to Receive Kennedy Center Honors
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 - 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.
LISTEN: ANNIE LIVE! Soundtrack Out Today
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 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!
VIDEO: Taraji P. Henson, Megan Hilty and Tituss Burgess Perform 'Easy Street' on ANNIE LIVE!
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 3, 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 3, 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.'
VIDEO: The Cast of ANNIE LIVE! Performs 'NYC'
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 3, 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 3, 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.
VIDEO: See 'I Think I'm Gonna Like It Here' from ANNIE LIVE on NBC!
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 3, 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 3, 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.
VIDEO: See 'It's A Hard Knock Life' from ANNIE LIVE on NBC!
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 3, 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 A.A. Cristi - Dec 3, 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.'
ANNIE LIVE's Celina Smith Takes Over Our Instagram Today!
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.
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.
Interview: Executive Producer Neil Meron Shares Why ANNIE LIVE is Perfect for Right Now
by Taylor Brethauer-Hamling - Dec 2, 2021
Earlier this week, executive producer of Annie Live, Neil Meron, took over our Instagram to answering fan questions about putting together NBC's latest live TV musical. Wondering why the producers chose Annie for right now? How about the best part about filming in New York? Meron answers all of these questions and more here.
by Taylor Brethauer-Hamling - Dec 2, 2021
Earlier this week, executive producer of Annie Live, Neil Meron, took over our Instagram to answering fan questions about putting together NBC's latest live TV musical. Wondering why the producers chose Annie for right now? How about the best part about filming in New York? Meron answers all of these questions and more here.
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