The Conversation

Viral dance videos launched my career


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Kim Chakanetsa talks to two choreographers whose careers took off after they posted dance routines on social media.

Sienna LaLau is an Hawaiian choreographer and dancer. Her routine with K-Pop sensations BTS, for the music video 'ON', where she also dances, was watched 7 million times within 3 days of its release. Just 20 years old she's gained an international reputation, working with artists like Jennifer Lopez and Justin Bieber.

Rwandan Sherrie Silver, won the MTV Video Music Award for Best Choreography in 2018 for her work on Childish Gambino’s ‘This Is America’. She’s since choreographed for some of the biggest names in music, including Rihanna, Celine Dion and Burna Boy. She brings traditional dance moves from African cultures to an international audience.

Produced by Jane Thurlow

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L Sienna Lalau (courtesy The Lab Studios)
R Sherrie Silver (courtesy Malaria No More UK)

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