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Hough is an American professional Latin and ballroom dancer, choreographer, actor and singer.


From 2007 to 2016, Hough was a professional dancer on the ABC dance-competition series Dancing with the Stars, winning the show a record-breaking six times with his celebrity partners. For his work on Dancing with the Stars, Hough received nine nominations for the Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Choreography, winning the award twice. Hough later became a judge on the series beginning with its 29th season.
Hough has also appeared as an actor on stage, appearing in the West End premiere of Footloose: The Musical at the Novello Theatre and as well as the 2015 New York Spring Spectacular at Radio City Music Hall in New York City. In film and television, he has starred in the film Make Your Move and had a recurring role in the ABC musical-drama Nashville. In 2016, he appeared as Corny Collins in NBC's live musical TV-production of Hairspray Live!
From 2017-2020, Hough served as a judge on the NBC dance competition series World of Dance.

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STAGE CREDITS

Hairspray Live! Hairspray Live!
[Motion Picture]
NBC Live Televised Production, 2016
Corny Collins
New York Spring Spectacular New York Spring Spectacular
[Off-Broadway]
Radio City Musical Hall Production, 2015
Jack
Footloose Footloose
[West End]
London Revival, 2006
Ren McCormack

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Review: DANCING WITH THE STARS: LIVE! TOUR at Proctors Theatre Photo
Review: DANCING WITH THE STARS: LIVE! TOUR at Proctors Theatre
by Peyton VanDerheyden - Jan 23, 2025

What did our critic think of DANCING WITH THE STARS: LIVE! TOUR at Proctors Theatre?
Review: DEREK HOUGH: DANCE FOR THE HOLIDAYS at the Eccles Theater is Mesmerizingly, U Photo
Review: DEREK HOUGH: DANCE FOR THE HOLIDAYS at the Eccles Theater is Mesmerizingly, Upliftingly Joyful
by Tyler Hinton - Dec 19, 2024

DEREK HOUGH: DANCE FOR THE HOLIDAYS, touring at the Eccles Theater in Salt Lake City, is mesmerizingly, upliftingly joyful and even spiritual, encapsulating everything wonderful about the holidays.
Video: DANCING WITH THE STARS Celebrates Disney Night With ALADDIN Star Michael James Photo
Video: DANCING WITH THE STARS Celebrates Disney Night With ALADDIN Star Michael James Scott
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 23, 2024

Dancing with the Stars aired a special Disney-themed show! The night kicked off with an opening number to “Friend Like Me” from “Aladdin,” choreographed by Mandy Moore and featuring a special appearance from Michael James Scott, who currently stars as Genie in the hit Broadway musical. Watch the video!
DANCING WITH THE STARS Celebrates Disney Night Tonight with Special Guest Michael Jam Photo
DANCING WITH THE STARS Celebrates Disney Night Tonight with Special Guest Michael James Scott
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 22, 2024

Tune into Dancing with the Stars on October 22 for a Special Disney Night! The night kicks off with an opening number to “Friend Like Me” from “Aladdin,” choreographed by Mandy Moore and featuring a special appearance from Michael James Scott, who currently stars as Genie in the hit Broadway musical.
DANCING WITH THE STARS Celebrates SOUL TRAIN With Special Back-to-Back Episodes Photo
DANCING WITH THE STARS Celebrates SOUL TRAIN With Special Back-to-Back Episodes
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 1, 2024

The remaining 11 couples get their groove on with performances worthy of being seen on the iconic musical variety television show “Soul Train.” “Soul Train Night” airs on Dancing with the Stars as part of a two-night event beginning MONDAY, OCT. 7.
Hannah Waddingham, Mike Birbiglia, & More to Present Creative Arts Emmy Awards Photo
Hannah Waddingham, Mike Birbiglia, & More to Present Creative Arts Emmy Awards
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 4, 2024

The Television Academy and executive producer Bob Bain has announced presenters for the first night of the 76th Creative Arts Emmy® Awards on Sept. 7. The awards will be held over two consecutive nights on Saturday, Sept. 7, and Sunday, Sept. 8, at the Peacock Theater at L.A. LIVE.
Celebrity Cast Revealed for DANCING WITH THE STARS Season 33 Photo
Celebrity Cast Revealed for DANCING WITH THE STARS Season 33
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 4, 2024

The celebrity cast and their professional dancing partners for Season 33 of Dancing with the Stars was announced on ABC’s “Good Morning America.” Cohosted by Alfonso Ribeiro and Julianne Hough, the series returns for its 33rd season TUESDAY, SEPT. 17 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EDT), simulcast LIVE on ABC and Disney+, and available next day on Hulu.
Anna Delvey, Phaedra Parks, and More Join DANCING WITH THE STARS Season 33 Photo
Anna Delvey, Phaedra Parks, and More Join DANCING WITH THE STARS Season 33
by Stephi Wild - Sep 4, 2024

The “Dancing with the Stars” season 33 celebrity cast and their professional dancing partners have been announced! The cast was revealed on September 4 on ABC’s “Good Morning America.”
LIVE WITH KELLY AND MARK Kicks Off Season 37 Next Week Photo
LIVE WITH KELLY AND MARK Kicks Off Season 37 Next Week
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 27, 2024

This September, Live With Kelly and Mark will continue to deliver its one of kind, award-winning laughter and love with a star-studded lineup of celebrity guests including Ryan Seacrest and Vanna White, Taraji P. Henson, David Muir, Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson, Colin Farrell, Eva Mendes, Demi Moore, Laverne Cox, Derek Hough, Edie Falco, Elizabeth Olsen and more.
Dr. Phillips Center Kicks Off The Holiday Season With ELF IN CONCERT Photo
Dr. Phillips Center Kicks Off The Holiday Season With ELF IN CONCERT
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 27, 2024

Dr. Phillips Center has announced special holiday programming to kick off the season, featuring a variety of performances and events for all ages.
Spotlight: DEREK HOUGH at Youtube Theater Photo
Spotlight: DEREK HOUGH at Youtube Theater
by BWW Special Offer - Aug 2, 2024

Derek Hough: Dance For The Holidays LIVE in Los Angeles!
Derek Hough's DANCE FOR THE HOLIDAYS Tour is Coming to Mesa Arts Center Photo
Derek Hough's DANCE FOR THE HOLIDAYS Tour is Coming to Mesa Arts Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 31, 2024

Derek Hough Dance for the Holidays tour is coming to Mesa Arts Center. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Derek Hough's DANCE FOR THE HOLIDAYS Tour Comes to the Bosh Center Wang Theatre in No Photo
Derek Hough's DANCE FOR THE HOLIDAYS Tour Comes to the Bosh Center Wang Theatre in November
by Stephi Wild - Jul 31, 2024

Four-time EMMY® winner Derek Hough announced his all-new Derek Hough Dance for the Holidays tour.  The screen and stage star will be at the Boch Cetner Wang Theatre November 6, 2024.
Derek Hough's DANCE FOR THE HOLIDAYS Tour Comes to the North Charleston PAC Photo
Derek Hough's DANCE FOR THE HOLIDAYS Tour Comes to the North Charleston PAC
by Stephi Wild - Jul 31, 2024

Four time EMMY® winner Derek Hough announced today the dates for his all new Derek Hough Dance for the Holidays tour.  The 38 city tour begins November 1, 2024 in Atlantic City, NJ and concludes on December 29, 2024 with a two night engagement in Mesa, AZ with stops in cities such as New York, Boston, Los Angeles and Nashville.
Derek Hough To Bring Holiday Tour To Hershey Theatre In November Photo
Derek Hough To Bring Holiday Tour To Hershey Theatre In November
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 31, 2024

Four-time Emmy winner Derek Hough have announced dates for his all-new “Derek Hough: Dance for the Holidays” tour, including a stop at Hershey Theatre on Friday, November 22, 2024, at 8 p.m.
Julianne and Derek Hough to Launch Ballroom Dance Convention and Competition Tour Photo
Julianne and Derek Hough to Launch Ballroom Dance Convention and Competition Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 28, 2024

Dance One Holdings is launching an exclusive partnership with Julianne and Derek Hough to create the premier global ballroom dance convention and competition tour. Learn more!
Lindsey Stirling and Sixthman Set 'Master of Tides Cruise' Photo
Lindsey Stirling and Sixthman Set 'Master of Tides Cruise'
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 18, 2024

Multi-Platinum pop-violinist and entertainer extraordinaire Lindsey Stirling is uniting with Sixthman, the leader in festivals and music cruises for more than two decades, for Lindsey Stirling’s Master of Tides Cruise, a once-in-a-lifetime magical voyage at sea sailing May 13-17, 2025 from Miami, FL to Nassau, Bahamas aboard Norwegian Gem.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld May 17, 2024 Photo
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld May 17, 2024
by - May 17, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 17, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Los Angeles Ballet Will Honor Kris Bowers at 2024 Gala Photo
Los Angeles Ballet Will Honor Kris Bowers at 2024 Gala
by Stephi Wild - Apr 10, 2024

Los Angeles Ballet (LAB) will celebrate its Season 18 Gala on Thursday, April 18 at the Beverly Wilshire Hotel in Beverly Hills.
Hayley Erbert to Return to Derek Hough's SYMPHONY OF DANCE Tour Photo
Hayley Erbert to Return to Derek Hough's SYMPHONY OF DANCE Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 5, 2024

Hayley Erbert, dancer and wife of Derek Hough, is set to return to Derek Hough's Symphony of Dance Tour following a brain injury and surgeries. Learn more.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Derek Hough been in?

Derek Hough has not appeared on Broadway.

How many West End shows has Derek Hough been in?

Derek Hough has appeared on London's West End in 1 shows.

What was Derek Hough's first West End show?

Derek Hough's first West End show was Footloose which opened in 2006

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