Mia Michaels (2015)

I would find out the couple I was working with, and that night I would go into rehearsal with my assistants and create the piece on their bodies, keeping in mind the dancers I would be setting it on. Then the next day I would be in rehearsal with them, and I would have a total of 5 hours to put the work on them.

I think having a special wedding dance is very romantic, but everyone can dance. Trust yourself and dance the night away with your beloved!

No plans to return at this time. I don't have a favorite couple, because they were all exceptionally talented in their own ways, how could you possibly pick one?

West Side Story. It's the most timeless piece of choreography; it never gets old. Jerome Robbins rocks.

1) Real life, and crazy, out-of-the box artists, whether it be musicians, dancers, visual artists, anyone who's breaking a lot of rules.
2) So many differences! Theater is much more of a collaboration of mutual minds, where as my experience on television was just my voice and my inspiration and direction for that particular show. Every genre and job is a completely different experience, depending on what is needed.

Neverland has been so rewarding because of the metamorphosis I have gone through in the last two years. It's been the most challenging project, opening me up to the fluid nature of creating theatre. To be open to everyone's thoughts and ideas, making me much less selfish as an artist, which is a huge gift for me as a person.

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.)

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

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

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

You need a space where you can workshop and develop your own vocabulary as a choreographer; a safe space where you can have your own group of dancers to develop your voice. Once you find your voice, you need to get into the mix, get an agent, put your work out there. It has to be seen. You can be an artist and only you know about your artistry, or you put yourself out there and be OK with failure. Every failure is a step toward winning eventually. So, in short, get in there and let the world see your work, no matter what stage you're at!

Every human body brings something different and something inspirational; my movement comes from a deeper place than the physical. I would love to work on dancers with what would traditionally be considered limitations, like dancers in wheelchairs; to me that would be the most fulfilling and beautiful piece.

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.

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.

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.

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!

I have not!

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.

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. :)

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.

Interior decorating or fashion designing. Definitely one of those.

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?

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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

All of it.