Author: Dean

Minions Holiday Special

November 28, 2020
A minion thanks to everyone who helped me make the first-ever Minions Holiday Special!
Directing/producing for animation was a total kick – especially since I’ve always ❤️‘ed the Minions.
(And I’m so proud that the show was a big ratings hit, besting Frosty and also Santa Claus is Coming To Town. To even be airing at the same time as those classics was an honor, or perhaps, a one in minion opportunity. heh, heh).

Grow conference

January 20, 2020

Had a fantastic time speaking and presenting a workshop at the Grow 2020 event in San Antonio!

TEDx Talk

November 23, 2019

A snapshot from last weekend’s incredible experience doing a TED Talk (at TEDxSB). Thanks again to all of ya’ll who patiently listened to me rehearsing, re-writing, kvetching. I’ll post a link to my Talk when it’s up in a few weeks. #TEDTalks #TEDxSB

Announced as host of the SMPTE awards

October 18, 2018

I’m not convinced it’s “breaking news” but I’m thrilled to be hosting and recognizing the film & tv geniuses who are advancing the entertainment industry! (read all about it here) ??

5 Emmy Awards!

September 9, 2018

So excited to share that Jesus Christ Superstar Live in Concert won 5 Emmy awards tonight!

Nominated for 13 Emmys!

July 12, 2018

Jesus Christ Superstar Live has been nominated for an astonishing 13 Emmy awards! Including Best Director, Best Live Special, Best Leading Actor, Best Supporting Actress, Best Supporting Actor, Best Set Design, Best Costume and more… #Congratulations and  to the whole cast and crew.

marketing Rise

March 11, 2018

Directing Tip: ballet 2nd position plié helps you frame your shot. (Ps. Watch talented @damonjgillespie in the premiere of #Rise this Tuesday after This Is Us on NBC) 

marketing WOD

March 20, 2017

I loved getting a chance to direct Jennifer Lopez, Derek Hough, Ne-Yo, Jenna Dewan Tatum and some of the best dancers in the world in this promotional piece for World of Dance, but truthfully, I was most excited about getting a chance to work with incredible choreographers Tabitha & Napoleon. I love “NappyTabs!”

marketing Hairspray

November 25, 2016

Directing Jennifer Hudson…and witnessing the sheer power of her voice everyday is undeniable and incredible.

Talking LIVE on the news!

September 16, 2016

Nothing beats discovering fresh talent. I had a great time overseeing auditions in Baltimore for a dance role in Hairspray Live. Local news covered the event and unexpectedly grabbed me for a quick live interview!

Doing press with Harvey

August 12, 2016

Part of the fun of working with Harvey Fierstein is the fact that you never quite know what he’s gonna say.
#HairsprayLive #TCA

Backstage drama with a llama

May 18, 2016

Martin Short and Maya Rudolph have a new show coming to NBC (after America’s Got Talent on Tuesday nights this summer). Working on it has been fun, except for the spitting.