Rich and Tone Talauega
Choreographer
Rich + Tone Talauega are two of the most sought after creative directors, choreographers, producers, and directors in today’s film, music, TV and commercial industries. As teenagers, Rich + Tone were discovered by Michael Jackson's choreographer while free-styling at a club in Oakland, California. Within months of moving to Los Angeles, Rich + Tone toured with both Diana Ross and Michael Jackson. They continued to work with Michael over the years on various projects and were the choreographers chosen to work on the short film for “Hollywood Tonight” from the posthumous Michael Jackson album, Michael. Rich + Tone have proven themselves as world class choreographers, having multiple MTV Award nominations, as well as an Emmy nomination for Best Choreography. The two are renowned for their diversified abilities and unique style. Their elite echelon of clients includes Madonna, Chris Brown, Jennifer Lopez, Gwen Stefani, and Christina Aguilera to name a few. They have also choreographed for multiple motion pictures, which include Step Up 3D, StreetDance Together, Take the Lead. As Producers they brought light to the dance form Krumping in the critically-acclaimed documentary Rize. Now with an established production company they are actively taking on new projects and broadening their horizons. Rich + Tone will be part of a Cirque du Soleil production for the first time.