We had the incredible fortune of connecting with Vincent Paterson, Director and Choreographer who has created some of the most iconic moments in pop culture. Joining us remotely via Skype, Vincent spoke candidly and humorously of his work with Michael Jackson and Madonna, among other legends, and shared a few of the fun stories from his upcoming book. We delved into the process and nature of choreographing for celebrities who come to the table with their own style, as well as the range of responsibilities ascribed to a choreographer and to a director for large-scale commercial or creative projects. Over the course of the conversation, we definitely got a sense of why so many people from all across the arts world love to work with Vincent. We’re honored and excited to share the interview with you, our listeners!

Vincent Paterson has worked extensively with superstars Madonna and Michael Jackson, and his work has been presented in every possible space and format, including film, theater, Broadway, concert tours, opera, music videos, television and commercials. The works he created for Madonna include her BLOND AMBITION TOUR, considered by many to be the greatest pop spectacle of all time, as well as her legendary Marie Antoinette VOGUE performance for MTV and the choreography for her videos EXPRESS YOURSELF and VOGUE. For Michael Jackson, with whom Vincent worked for over 15 years, he created the BAD TOUR, as well as SMOOTH CRIMINAL, BLOOD ON THE DANCE FLOOR and multiple other Jackson music videos and live performances. Vincent’s other directorial and choreographic works include, but are by no means limited to, Berlin’s first original production of the musical CABARET, now the longest running play in Berlin’s history; the Lars Von Trier’s film, DANCER IN THE DARK; the movie HOOK for Steven Spielberg; and Cirque du Soleil’s, VIVA! ELVIS in Las Vegas.