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Tony Testa's first interview with MOVE. He shares his secret to success...

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Comment by MOVE on March 1, 2012 at 9:49pm

Tony Testa started dancing at 8 years old, studying tap, ballet, jazz, contemporary, breakdance, and hip-hop in his hometown of Fort Collins, CO. From an early age he assisted the classes that his mom would teach, and soon enough he had unveiled his true passion for choreography.

Now at 24, his work has brought him collaborations with JANET JACKSON, KYLIE MINOGUE, BRITNEY SPEARS, NICKI MINAJ, DEMI LOVATO, DISNEY'S WIZARDS OF WAVERLY PLACE, NICKELODEON'S iCARLY and VICTORIOUS, MACY'S "GLAMORAMA," and commercials for SKETCHERS, UBISOFT, and VERSACE. 

Among his work as a choreographer, his career as a director has begun to take shape. His ideas and execution can be seen in both KYLIE'S APHRODITE "LES FOLIES" World Tour and "THE HURLY BURLY SHOW" in London's west end. He helped create for MICHAEL JACKSON'S THIS IS IT with Travis Payne and Kenny Ortega, then went on to do both DANCING WITH THE STARS, and a benefit show for "THE PAINTED TURTLE FOUNDATION" under Mr. Ortega's tutelage. 

Most recently, he Co-Directed the opening of the 2011 AMERICAN MUSIC AWARDSfeaturing DAVID GUETTA & NICKI MINAJ, all while Choreographing a TV appearance for KYLIE MINOGUE in Shanghai, and DEMI LOVATO'S comeback tour of the U.S. 

Comment by Larry Billman on March 2, 2012 at 1:41am

Tony's eternal curiosity and positive energy is so inspiring. He also happens to be extremely inventive with a strong background in many dance styles which he takes and organically re-examines into something new and wonderful. He also greatly respects the past and does his homework. If any young dancer wants to expand their horizons and opportunities, Tony Testa is the template to try and emulate. People who have Tony in their lives are so fortunate. Thanks for this glimpse into a remarkable human being.

Comment by grover dale on March 2, 2012 at 3:49am

Tony's instincts are amazing.  This vid is just the tip of the iceberg.

Comment by Wayne Briggs on March 2, 2012 at 6:11am

INSPIRING for all of us, nice one MR. TESTA!

Comment by Wayne Briggs on March 2, 2012 at 6:12am

oh yes, Testa got skillz!

Comment by bill landrum on March 2, 2012 at 9:16am

What a JOY and INSPIRATION!!

To quote Larry Billman:

"Thanks for this glimpse into a remarkable human being"

Incredible presence

Comment by Cati jean on March 2, 2012 at 5:29pm

I had the immense privilege to work along Tony and his essence, intelligence and genius are very inspiring. He is  so passionate about what he does and has this humility that makes him a truly touching human being and Artist. Most of all is the respect and love that he carries to all the people around him... and that is an amazing gift!!

Comment by MOVE on March 4, 2012 at 8:50am

Special thanks to Monsters of Hip Hop and Skechers for making these behind the scenes possible! 

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