“We really work hand in hand, constantly discussing the best way to get the shot so as to really highlight what’s happening in each number and to show how the dance is moving the story forward.” So, I used all sorts of dance to come up with a language that feels appropriate for this piece.”Ĭapturing intricate choreography on camera, so as make sure the audience is privy to the most important moments, takes special collaboration between the choreographer and the director, says Trujillo, as he discusses his work with Alex Rudzinski, who serves as Live Television Director on the project.

With Annie Live, I want people to look at it and find the choreography refreshing and inspiring.

Henson as Miss Hannigan, and Celina Smith in the title role.Įxplaining his process, Trujillo says, “I always approach something like this and ask, ‘what is the vocabulary of this show?’ And then I use that to interpret what I’m doing. as Daddy Warbucks, Nicole Scherzinger as Grace Farrell, Taraji P. Starring in this version are Harry Connick, Jr. The musical is known for popular songs Tomorrow and It’s a Hard Knock Life. The original Broadway production opened in 1977 and ran for nearly six years. It’s spawned numerous productions in many countries, as well as national tours, and won seven Tony Awards, including the award for Best musical. The recipient of the Tony award for Ain’t Too Proud and the Olivier award for Memphis, his credits also include hits Jersey Boys and The Addams Family.Īnnie is based upon the popular comic strip Little Orphan Annie.

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