World Choreography Awards to Host Ceremony on November 8
The 16th annual ceremony at Avalon Hollywood will honor choreographic excellence and feature a special Legacy Award.
Updated on Oct. 20, 2026 in Dance
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The World Choreography Awards will hold its 16th annual ceremony on November 8, 2026, at Avalon Hollywood. The event recognizes outstanding work across various media and will feature host Kevin Stea.
Why it matters
The ceremony serves as a significant platform for industry recognition, celebrating creative achievements in dance across film, television, and digital platforms.
The 16th annual event recognizes choreographic achievements across 8 distinct categories, including work in motion pictures and music videos.
The players
Kevin Stea
Kevin Stea is a professional dancer, choreographer, and actor who is slated to host the upcoming 16th annual World Choreography Awards ceremony.
Vincent Paterson
Vincent Paterson is an acclaimed choreographer and director who will be honored with the Legacy Award at the event.
The details
Hosted by Kevin Stea, the evening will include live performances and screenings of nominated work. Vincent Paterson is set to receive the event's Legacy Award during the ceremony.
Timeline
November 8, 2026: The World Choreography Awards ceremony occurs.
6:15 p.m., November 8, 2026: Media check-in begins.
6:45 p.m., November 8, 2026: Red carpet arrivals occur.
7:30 p.m., November 8, 2026: Nominees and VIP red carpet session occurs.
8:15 p.m., November 8, 2026: Awards ceremony begins.
Industry Dynamics
The ceremony follows a pattern set by the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences' choreography Emmy categories by providing a dedicated platform to honor the craft of choreography. This event highlights the growing industry focus on recognizing dance professionals across diverse media formats.
Fans and industry professionals can expect a full evening starting with red carpet arrivals at 6:45 p.m. followed by the awards presentation at 8:15 p.m. Access to the ceremony at Avalon Hollywood includes live performances and screenings of the nominated works.
The takeaway
The ceremony highlights the versatility of modern choreography across both traditional film and digital media landscapes. Attending or following the event offers a chance to see how current choreographers are shaping visual storytelling.
Further reading
Find more coverage on upcoming dance events in Los Angeles Dance.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Broadway World.
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