Twyla Tharp

Personal Info

Known For Actor

Gender Female

Birthday 1941-07-01 (83 years old)

Place of Birth Portland, Indiana, USA

Twyla Tharp

Biography

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

Actor

2021
Twyla Moves

as Self

2002
The Making of 'Amadeus'

as Self - Choreographer

1979
Hair

as The Priestess (uncredited)

1956
Tony Awards

as Self - Winner

Crew

2008
Singin' in the Rain

as Choreographer

2003
Singin' in the Rain

as Choreographer

1986
In the Upper Room

as Choreographer

1985
White Nights

as Choreographer

1984
Amadeus

as Choreographer

1979
Hair

as Choreographer

Director

1982