This exclusive interview will give you insight into what it was like for dancer/choreographer/creative director Barry Lather to break into the industry by working with Michael Jackson, George Lucas and Francis Ford Coppola on 1985's Captain EO, before collaborating with Janet Jackson on videos such as Nasty, When I Think Of You and The Pleasure Principle. We also discuss Barry's experiences of choreographing the Jam and Ghosts short films.
In 1995, Michael Jackson rehearsed for a special One Night Only performance. From a Frank Sinatra-inspired number to a Thriller without its zombie theme, Michael Jackson was set to be presented in an entirely new way. MTV Video Music Award-winning choreographer Barry Lather was tapped to work on the special, creating new moves for the King of Pop. One of his tasks was to create a new Thriller "better than the original" short film.
Hear Barry's favourite memories of collaborating alongside and getting to know Michael Jackson during the 80s and 90s, as well as his collaborations with Prince, Janet Jackson, Usher and more! From music videos to concert tours, Barry Lather has done it all!
Thank you to MJ Market for sponsoring this video. Check out their website www.michaeljacksonmarket.com for awesome Michael Jackson merchandise and items.
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Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro
01:00 - Captain EO
06:30 - Janet Jackson/MTV Award
13:46 - The Pleasure Principle
17:37 - Jam
20:02 - Cancelled HBO One Night Only Special
33:42 - Ghosts
41:00 - HBO Special Songs & Michael's Collapse
47:20 - Modern Performers Compared to 80s Pop Stars
50:00 - End of Interview
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In 1995, Michael Jackson rehearsed for a special One Night Only performance. From a Frank Sinatra-inspired number to a Thriller without its zombie theme, Michael Jackson was set to be presented in an entirely new way. MTV Video Music Award-winning choreographer Barry Lather was tapped to work on the special, creating new moves for the King of Pop. One of his tasks was to create a new Thriller "better than the original" short film.
Hear Barry's favourite memories of collaborating alongside and getting to know Michael Jackson during the 80s and 90s, as well as his collaborations with Prince, Janet Jackson, Usher and more! From music videos to concert tours, Barry Lather has done it all!
Thank you to MJ Market for sponsoring this video. Check out their website www.michaeljacksonmarket.com for awesome Michael Jackson merchandise and items.
Use coupon code REDJACKSON to get $10 off your subscription box!
Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro
01:00 - Captain EO
06:30 - Janet Jackson/MTV Award
13:46 - The Pleasure Principle
17:37 - Jam
20:02 - Cancelled HBO One Night Only Special
33:42 - Ghosts
41:00 - HBO Special Songs & Michael's Collapse
47:20 - Modern Performers Compared to 80s Pop Stars
50:00 - End of Interview
Follow Barry Lather On Social Media:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/barrylather/
Follow Me On Social Media:
https://linktr.ee/redjackson_mj
Check out my website:
www.reganelis.com
Become a channel member to get access to perks:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXO1dnC7vQefdKIaBgZckEA/join
Thank you for watching! I hope you enjoyed. Please like, subscribe & share! :)
#michaeljackson #mj #kingofpop #thriller