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- Ortega's dance education began in his living room, where he watched Gene Kelly movies as a child. Ortega later got the opportunity to direct Kelly in the 1980 film Xanadu.
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Aug 1, 2017 · REX / Shutterstock. 1987: Choreographer on the cult classic Dirty Dancing – his place in film history is assured as the movie becomes a smash hit that is still revered by fans today. 1988: Makes his debut as a director on the TV series adaptation of Dirty Dancing.
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Jul 23, 2015 · Ortega's dance education began in his living room, where he watched Gene Kelly movies as a child. Ortega later got the opportunity to direct Kelly in the 1980 film Xanadu.
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Ortega began his career as an actor, appearing in a touring production of Oliver! and Hair before venturing into choreography and directing. Ortega choreographed The Mystic Knights of the Oingo Boingo in the mid to late 1970s.
- Filmmaker, choreographer, dancer, actor, touring manager
- Kenneth John Ortega, April 18, 1950 (age 73), Palo Alto, California, U.S.
- 1970–present
Mar 2, 2024 · Early Passion: Kenny Ortega’s love for performing arts started at a young age. Born on April 18, 1950, in Palo Alto, California, he discovered his passion for dance and music in his early years, setting the stage for his future success. Breakthrough with “Dirty Dancing”:
Kenny Ortega is an American film and television producer, director, and choreographer. He began his career working with the dancer and choreographer Gene Kelly in the film ‘Xanadu.’. He went on to choreograph several music videos and in time, established himself as a reputed professional in this field.
Oct 2, 2008 · Ortega’s innate love of music and dance was instilled by his parents, Octavio and Madeline Ortega. Music was a constant in the Ortega home when Kenny and his brother, Mark, and sister,...
Sep 13, 2020 · INTERVIEW. How the iconic "Ferris Bueller's" parade and "Dirty Dancing" number inspired Netflix's new musical. Director and choreographer Kenny Ortega returns to his roots for the teen series...