known as The Young Generation. He became their choreographer in 1971 and has since choreographed over 500 television shows.

Career

Early in Lythgoe's career, he learned to use techniques (e.g., multi-cameras) to film choreography, a skill that would help lead to a TV career.

During the 1970s and into the 1980s, Lythgoe performed with dancers including Cyd Charisse and Gene Kelly. He also choreographed for