About

Helpmann Award-winning choreographer Mitchell Woodcock is one of Australia’s most sought-after creative directors, renowned for his extensive work in entertainment. Mitch choreographed the Paper Dolls series for Paramount+ and directed campaigns for Australian productions including Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Saturday Night Fever, Chicago, and Jesus Christ Superstar. He has also served as a creative director and choreographer for The Voice, Australian Idol, the TikTok Awards, and major events such as the ICC T20 World Cup Opening Ceremony and FIFA World Cup Closing Ceremony.

As the founder of New Ground Collective, Mitch has created performances for over 50 national and international artists, including Kylie Minogue, Rita Ora, Meghan Trainor, and Tones and I, with his work featured on the ARIA Awards, Dancing with the Stars, and Australia’s Got Talent.

Mitch became the youngest choreographer to ever feature on So You Think You Can Dance Australia, which led to him choreographing Saturday Night Fever, earning him a Helpmann Award for Best Choreography. In fashion, he has collaborated with prestigious brands like Van Cleef & Arpels, Tiffany & Co., Karl Lagerfeld, and Dior.

As a performer, Mitchell debuted in West Side Story at 17 and toured internationally with musicals such as Wicked, Chicago, Dirty Dancing, Kinky Boots, and Guys & Dolls. He also appeared in The Great Gatsby. Mitch now aims to unite the industry through his new venture, Co-Lab Quarters.

Most recently Mitchell’s choreography for Elf The Musical was nominated for a Sydney Theatre award for best choreography in a musical for 2024. Mitch is currently working once more on Australian Idol as a creative director and as choreographer for the Australian production of Annie, devising all new, original movement for this classic show.

​