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Kenneth John Ortega (born April 18, 1950) is an American filmmaker, touring manager, and choreographer. He is known for directing the films Newsies, Hocus Pocus, The Cheetah Girls 2, High School Musical, Michael Jackson's This Is It, Descendants, and Julie and the Phantoms. [1]
Kenny Ortega is a versatile and award-winning filmmaker who has worked on projects such as High School Musical, Descendants, and Michael Jackson's This Is It. Learn more about his biography, credits, awards, trivia, and upcoming projects on IMDb.
Experience a unique moment from Paul Becker’s Masterclass in Los Angeles, February 2024, with a special appearance by the legendary Kenny Ortega. Watch as Kenny imparts invaluable wisdom to aspiring dancers on the importance of being true to oneself, the traits he values most.
Jun 30, 2020 · The director of 'Hocus Pocus', 'Newsies' and 'High School Musical' talks about his career, his activism and his challenges as a gay man in the entertainment industry. He shares his stories of being arrested, coming out and creating movies that resonate with LGBTQ audiences.
Sep 9, 2020 · Kenny Ortega, Teen Whisperer With the new Netflix series “Julie and the Phantoms,” the man behind “High School Musical” hopes to create another generation of young stars. How does he do it?
Sep 4, 2019 · Ortega got the shot, and would later be tapped by Jeffrey Katzenberg to direct movie musical Newsies, starring a young Christian Bale, and Halloween cult classic Hocus Pocus for Disney.
Jul 24, 2019 · ‘Descendants’ Director Kenny Ortega Receives Star on Hollywood Walk of Fame. By Whitney Friedlander. Ryan Miller/Shutterstock.
