wants the audience to feel like they ’ re experiencing something magical for the first time , every time ,” Flipz says . “ That ’ s what draws me in .”
WORKING WITH LEGENDS
Flipz ’ s career has been defined by his work with some of the most iconic artists of our time . From Michael Jackson ’ s perfectionism to Missy Elliott ’ s attention to detail , Flipz has seen firsthand what it takes to create a legendary performance .
“ Michael Jackson cared about every single detail ,” Flipz recalls . “ Missy Elliott is the same way — she ’ s thinking about the dancers , the costumes , how the lights hit the stage . Janet Jackson is all about the audience ’ s experience , and Lady Gaga is constantly thinking about how her fans , her ‘ little monsters ,’ will perceive the show .”
These artists , Flipz notes , understand that consistency and quality are key . They ’ ve been in the game for decades , and their dedication to their craft is what has kept them at the top . Franz Harary , who has worked with all of them , shares that same commitment to excellence — something that has made their collaborations so successful .
A BIRTHDAY SURPRISE
One of Flipz ’ s favorite stories from working with Franz involves a surprise birthday celebration during a rehearsal with Missy Elliott . “ Franz was so focused on the work that he didn ’ t even realize it was his birthday ,” Flipz recalls . “ Missy found out and decided to surprise him . She got a cake , and right in the middle of rehearsal , we all started singing ‘ Happy Birthday .’ Franz was completely caught off guard — it was such a humble moment .”
The gesture , Flipz says , speaks volumes about the respect Franz commands in the industry . “ Here ’ s this megastar , Missy Elliott , taking time out of her rehearsal to celebrate him . That ’ s the kind of respect Franz commands . He ’ s just so down-to-earth and dedicated to his craft .”
A GLOBAL STAGE
Flipz ’ s work with Franz has taken him around the world , including a recent production in China that brought together dancers from Russia , Latvia , and the U . S . The show was a massive undertaking , with dancers from different backgrounds and styles — ballet , gymnastics , freestyle — coming together to bring Franz ’ s grand vision to life .
“ It was challenging at first because the dancers hadn ’ t worked together before ,” Flipz says . “ But by the end , they were like sisters . They were so excited to be part of the magic — disappearing , reappearing , working with these incredible props . It was like a playground for them .”
Seeing Franz ’ s vision come to life , Flipz says , was one of the most rewarding experiences of his career . “ It was incredible to watch these dancers , who came from such different worlds , come together and create something truly magical .”
As for what ’ s next , Flipz is always open to new challenges . “ I love