Oscars choreographer Mandy Moore opens up to PEOPLE about working with artists like Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo to bring the 2025 Oscars performances to life

Mandy Moore’s choreography for Ryan Gosling’s performance of “I’m Just Ken” at last years’ Academy Awards stole the show. This year, she aimed to once again “make something that makes people feel,” she told The Associated Press over the phone ahead of the Oscars.

For Moore, the first question was, “Are we doing ‘The Wiz’?” She quickly agreed that the tribute shouldn't feature talent “playing the characters,” and instead focus on the larger-than ...

Mandy Moore’s choreography for Ryan Gosling’s ... She was followed by Cynthia Erivo nailing “Home” from “The Wiz” and the pair teaming up for a dynamic duet of “Defying Gravity.”

Mandy Moore’s choreography for Ryan Gosling’s ... She was followed by Cynthia Erivo nailing “Home” from “The Wiz” and the pair teaming up for a dynamic duet of “Defying Gravity.”