Neil Patrick Harris Previews the 65th PRIMETIME EMMY AWARDS

Viewers can expect song, dance and a healthy dose of comedy from multi-talented actor Neil Patrick Harris when he takes on hosting duties for the 65th ANNUAL Primetime EMMY AWARDS, airing live on September 22 8et/5pt on CBS.

In an exclusive interview with TVGuide.com, the multi-talented actor previews what's on tap when he takes the stage at the Nokia Theater in Los Angeles for his second go-round as host of the awards show. "We're not trying to reinvent the Cadillac wheel," says the 'How I Met Your Mother star. "We're just trying to polish it up and give it some dope rims."

Can viewers hope to see the show begin with a similar Broadway extravaganza that opened this year's Tony Awards? "I have an opening that I do, but I don't want to repeat myself from the Tonys," shared the actor. "There's a dance number in The Middle of the show put together by the Emmy-nominated choreographers. I wouldn't be surprised if you witness a groove or three. There may be some unfortunate grooving going on."

Asked about the most nerve-racking part of hosting a live awards show, he offers, "The day before, when we're running through everything without an audience, and it's all falling flat. That's not a great day. Every time, I overstress and then the show ends up being very newsworthy regardless of what I have done."

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Neil Patrick Harris currently stars as Barney Stinson in the hit CBS television series, "How I Met Your Mother," a role which has garnered him multiple Emmy and Golden Globe Award nominations. Harris is a three-time Emmy Award winner for his guest-starring role on "Glee" and as host of the 2009 and 2011 Tony Awards. His talents extend beyond being a "triple threat" performer; he has produced numerous live and televised special entertainment events. His celebrated television hosting career began with the Television Academy's 2008 Primetime Creative Arts Emmys, and he later went onto host the 61st Primetime Emmy Awards in 2009, the 63rd, 65th and 66th Annual Tony Awards and recently hosted the 67th Annual Tony Awards on June 9.

From his film debut opposite Whoopi Goldberg in "Clara's Heart" and his seminal role as the beloved titular character in "Doogie Howser, M.D.," to his roles in the "Harold & Kumar" and "The Smurfs" films, Harris has enjoyed a successful career spanning more than 25 years in the industry.

In addition to his numerous film and television credits, Harris has also enjoyed success in the theater. His many theatrical credits include the dual role of The Balladeer/Lee Harvey Oswald in the Tony Award-winning production of "Assassins," as well as noteworthy performances in the Broadway productions of "Cabaret" and "Proof." He made his musical directorial debut with a production of "Rent" at the Hollywood Bowl.

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