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But the British choreographer is clearly doing something right.

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He took home the Tony Award for his work in the kid-centered musical Billy Elliot nine years after he choreographed the Oscar-nominated film , as well as the Olivier Award for best theater choreography in the original West End production of Matilda The Musical. Directed by Matthew Warchus, the story follows hyperintelligent Matilda, whose newly discovered special powers help her navigate a world full of terrifyingly nasty adults.

Dance Teacher spoke to Darling about his choreographic process and tactics for getting the most out of young performers. Although his work—like James and the Giant Peach or Charlie and the Chocolate Factory— often deals with heightened situations, the underlying themes are real. I also spent about a week at a primary school, trying to find a common denominator in all of the children.

For me, it was their fidgeting. They never stop moving. DT: In rehearsals, do any of the more precocious kids ever make choreography suggestions? PD: Not often. But they are able to replicate the work in an extraordinary way. I work with tasks.