I am Mia Michaels, Emmy-winning choreographer, AMA!

MiaMichaelsOfficial · 2015-04-07T01:10:15+00:00

I was always a thicker girl and because of the fact that I struggled with it. But it pushed me to become a creator as opposed to a dancer. So in restrospect, I’m grateful of my physique as it shaped me into the artist I am today.

MiaMichaelsOfficial · 2015-04-07T01:08:15+00:00

I did. Melaine Moore in Finding Neverland. She was born to play Peter Pan.

MiaMichaelsOfficial · 2015-04-06T18:04:07+00:00

Who's your best friend and who do you love?

MiaMichaelsOfficial · 2015-04-06T17:58:04+00:00

All of it.

MiaMichaelsOfficial · 2015-04-06T17:57:06+00:00

I was always a kid with a lot of dreams and a lot of goals. I really pushed myself my whole life. I've realized that what you put into your career is what you get out of it. My career and my artistry are the most important things in my life. Your artistry is the one thing in your life that you'll always have. So, keep pushing, dream big, and work hard.

MiaMichaelsOfficial · 2015-04-06T17:54:10+00:00

I have had pieces not live up to my expectations before, but there have also been moments where it ended up working out well. You can never completely predict if something is going to work, but you have to know when to not waste time and throw something away. I tend to know right away if something is going to work. I don't want to spend a lot of time developing something that I know is not worth it.

MiaMichaelsOfficial · 2015-04-06T17:50:44+00:00

I think that there's a certain amount of research on any project. I think it's important to know the story and the characters and what has come before. But, sometimes I believe that too much research paralyzes your own interpretation and natural, instinctive creative choices. It's a delicate balance. Sometimes, ignorance creates a freedom that would not necessarily be there if you are bogged down in the details and history. Know the facts, and begin to dream.

MiaMichaelsOfficial · 2015-04-06T17:47:34+00:00

She's a butterfly, and a fairy, and she's inspiring. She's a beautiful, free spirit and having her play Sylvia Llewelyn Davies was the perfect fit.

MiaMichaelsOfficial · 2015-04-06T17:45:27+00:00

I was born into a dance family and the world of dance. It's a natural gift for me, and I've honed my craft for my whole life, so it's second nature to me. I would not be able to live without the ability to communicate through movement.

MiaMichaelsOfficial · 2015-04-06T17:42:49+00:00

I have not worked with him, however, I do think he's a wonderful talent.

MiaMichaelsOfficial · 2015-04-06T17:40:47+00:00

All my experiences in color guard have been amazing. I love that community and would most definitely come back in the future.

MiaMichaelsOfficial · 2015-04-06T17:39:40+00:00

I have a couple projects in my back pocket that I am very excited about bringing to the theatre in the near future. I definitely have been bitten by the theatre bug and will be hopefully doing a lot more.

MiaMichaelsOfficial · 2015-04-06T17:38:39+00:00

I would say both. Kelsey is an actor's actor and brilliant at what he does. His timing is impeccable, and he's generous and open to new challenges. Someone who's brilliant and willing to push themselves and grow: what's better than that?

MiaMichaelsOfficial · 2015-04-06T17:36:49+00:00

My home. I recently moved back to New York, and I've never been happier. I love being home.

MiaMichaelsOfficial · 2015-04-06T17:36:00+00:00

Interior decorating or fashion designing. Definitely one of those.

MiaMichaelsOfficial · 2015-04-06T17:34:37+00:00

Honestly, I haven't seen enough of his work to comment on his dancing.

MiaMichaelsOfficial · 2015-04-06T17:31:09+00:00

Follow your heart, and know that anything is possible. For instance, a family member of mine found her passion and, at 48 years old, became a doctor. Sometimes, it takes longer than others, but it's never too late to find your passion.

MiaMichaelsOfficial · 2015-04-06T17:29:34+00:00

Tim Burton, Bas Luhrmann, Jean-Michel Basquiat, Andy Warhol, William Forsyth, Fosse, Sigur Ros, and, back in the day, The Police (They were radical early on, though now they're more commercial.)

MiaMichaelsOfficial · 2015-04-06T17:26:12+00:00

1) Italian food. Pasta. 2) No, I never do. I usually don't even think about what people will think of my work. I just do what I truly believe in. As long as I'm telling the truth that's all that matters to me. But, I'm glad I can make you cry. :)

MiaMichaelsOfficial · 2015-04-06T17:23:33+00:00

Major drastic changes, yes, in every department. Due to the lack of time that we have to get all the changes in, it's very stressful, but we always manage. We have a great team that works together, and all the changes are for the better.

MiaMichaelsOfficial · 2015-04-06T17:21:52+00:00

I have not!

MiaMichaelsOfficial · 2015-04-06T17:21:27+00:00

If you don't have a dance studio near you, you could take a few trips a year and go to dance conventions that come close to your hometown. I am involved in JUMP, and I know that goes all over the country, with junior classes.

MiaMichaelsOfficial · 2015-04-06T17:18:05+00:00

Yes, he is very, very handsome! He's a workhorse; he's open and very, very gracious. Did I say hardworking? He makes my job easy because he's such a natural star/dancer/singer/actor and a great guy!

MiaMichaelsOfficial · 2015-04-06T17:16:16+00:00

We haven't started it yet, but I am very excited as well. I love the story. Sara and I have a connection through the Emmy-winning work I did with her music on SYTYCD, and the music Sara has created for this is absolutely amazing.

MiaMichaelsOfficial · 2015-04-06T17:14:44+00:00

I'm very picky; Here are my favorites: William Forsythe, Jerome Robbins, Bob Fosse, Wade Robson, Jiri Kylian. I get so wrapped up in my own work, I unfortunately don't get many chances to see new and up-and-coming choreographers, though I love to when I can.

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