Twyla Tharp
Acting
July 1, 1941Portland, Indiana, USA
Twyla Tharp is an American dancer, choreographer, and author who lives and works in New York City. In 1966 she formed the company Twyla Tharp Dance. Her work often uses classical music, jazz, and contemporary pop music. From 1971 to 1988 Twyla Tharp Dance toured extensively around the world, performing original works.
Known for
Acting8
movieThe Making of 'Amadeus'
2002
Self - Choreographer
movieHair
1979
The Priestess (uncredited)
tvTony Awards
1956
Self - Winner
Crew8
movieSingin' in the Rain
2008
Choreographer
movieSingin' in the Rain
2003
Choreographer
movieI'll Do Anything
1994
Choreographer
movieIn the Upper Room
1986
Choreographer
movieWhite Nights
1985
Choreographer
movieAmadeus
1984
Choreographer
movieHair
1979
Choreographer
Directing1
movieThe Catherine Wheel
1982
Director