The UB Interview: Dondraico “Draico” Johnson Talks Zombies + Dance

Emmy-nominated choreographer and actor Dondraico “Draico” Johnson, is the creative force behind Disney’s summer smash hit “Zombies 4: Dawn of the Vampires,” streaming now.

In “Zombies 4,” Draico infuses authenticity, heart, and rich cultural texture to make the characters more human, relatable, and real.

His commitment to representing culture respectfully—both in front of and behind the camera—is a signature of his approach.

Draico’s versatile career spans high-profile collaborations with musicians and performers like Michael Jackson, Janet Jackson, Miley Cyrus, Jennifer Lopez, Britney Spears, Destiny’s Child, and Madonna to name a few.

Draico’s film resume is equally impressive having earned an Emmy nomination for the film “Genisus: Aretha” and working on big blockbuster projects including “Ghostbusters” (2016), “The Conjuring 2,” “Haunted Mansion Zombies 3,” “Step Up All In,” and “Dirty Grandpa” among many others.

When Draico is not on the set of blockbuster movies creating and crafting movement, he can also be found teaching the next generation as an instructor and workshop leader for In The Groove for their various dance workshops.

Whether it’s acting, elevating movement for a major film or mentoring the next generation Draico is redefining what it means to be a choreographer, creative, and culture shaper in Hollywood!

Aries from UB recently caught up with the multi-talented Dondraico “Draico” Johnson, to talk “Zombies 4.”

Draico shares how he got involved with the franchise and what he’s enjoyed the most.

Plus he tells UB when he discovered his love for dance and gets candid on advice received from Janet Jackson.

Draico also shares his goals, what’s next and more.