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Twyla Tharp

Birth Place: Portland, IN, USA

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Twyla Tharp is an American born artist.

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Twyla Tharp Productions

 
[US Tour, 2011]
Choreographer
Director
 
[Broadway, 2010]
Choreographer
Director
 
[Broadway, 2006]
Choreographer
Director
 
[West End, 2006]
Director/Choreographer
 
[San Diego, CA (Regional), 2006]
Director/Choreographer
 
[Regional (US), 2005] [Replacement]
Director/Choreographer[Replacement]
 
[US Tour, 2004]
Director/Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 2002]
Choreographer
Director/Choreographer
Director
 
[Broadway, 1985]
Choreographer
Director
Director/Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 1981]
Director
 
[Broadway, 1976]
Choreographer

Writing

Conceiver
Conceiver
Bookwriter
Conceiver

Twyla Tharp Movies

Tank Dive: Excerpts
[ 1965 ] choreographer
Hair
[ 1979 ] choreographer
Ragtime
[ 1981 ] choreographer
White Nights
[ 1985 ] choreographer
I'll Do Anything
[ 1994 ] choreographer

Twyla Tharp Awards and Nominations


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2010 - Outstanding Choreography

Twyla Tharp, Come Fly Away

Tony Awards - 2010 - Best Choreography

Twyla Tharp, Come Fly Away


winner
Drama League Awards - 2003 - Distinguished Achivement in Musical Theatre

Twyla Tharp


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2003 - Outstanding Choreography

Twyla Tharp, - Movin' Out


winner
Tony Awards - 2003 - Best Choreography

Twyla Tharp, Movin' Out

Tony Awards - 2003 - Best Direction of a Musical

Twyla Tharp, Movin' Out


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2002 - Outstanding Choreography

Twyla Tharp, Movin' Out


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2002 - Outstanding Director - Musical

Twyla Tharp, Movin' Out

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Twyla Tharp News


Kevin Winebold's KEVIN ON THE KEYS Celebrates Hollywood At The Green Room 42


Join Kevin Winebold at The Green Room 42 for Kevin on the Keys Celebrates Hollywood, a cabaret series showcasing his talent as a solo pianist and accompanist. Expect performances of hits from popular Hollywood films, with special guests Michael Judson Berry, Albert Guerzon, and Kimberly Marable.

Gibney Company Returns To At The Joyce Theater This May


Gibney Company returns to New York City's The Joyce Theater May 7 – 12 (Tuesday - Sunday) with a dynamic program that features the historic restaging of two iconic works by Twyla Tharp, a world premiere by Jermaine Spivey and Spenser Theberge, and a Gibney Company tour favorite by Yue Yin.

World Premieres & More Set for 2024-25 Kennedy Center Dance Season


The 2024-25 Kennedy Center Dance season has been revealed! See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.

ILLINOISE Launches Rush and Lottery Policies


The producers of ILLINOISE have announced discounted rush and lottery policies once performances begin at the St. James Theatre on April 24th, 2024.  

Video: Watch Lorin Latarro's Sensational Choreography in THE WHO'S TOMMY


Oh, how Tommy moves! In this video, check out an electrifying look at Lorin Latarro's choreography in the newly reimagined Broadway production of The Who’s TOMMY.

Meet the Cast of ILLINOISE, Beginning Performances Today on Broadway


Previews begin tonight, April 24, for Illinoise, the theatrical adaptation of Grammy- and Oscar-nominated Sufjan Stevens’ concept album Illinois. Performances will continue through August 10 at the St. James Theatre. Meet the cast of Illinoise here!

Review: THE SEASONS' CANON at Pacific Northwest Ballet


“The Seasons’ Canon” offers a safe haven for deeply feeling arts lovers to take a safe seat for a couple of hours and experience our powerful and merciful natural world through the medium of dance.

New York City Ballet Unveils 2024-25 Season Featuring 58 Ballets


New York City Ballet has revealed its 2024-25 season. See the productions and learn how to purchase tickets!

Review: DOS MUJERES at San Francisco Ballet


What did our critic think of DOS MUJERES at San Francisco Ballet? BroadwayWorld reviews this pairing of two very different ballets by Latina choreographers running through April 14th at the War Memorial Opera House.

Elijah Lyons, Shara Nova and Tasha Viets-VanLear Revealed as Vocalists in ILLINOISE


Elijah Lyons, Shara Nova and Tasha Viets-VanLear will transfer to Broadway as vocalists for the musical Illinoise, the theatrical adaptation of Grammy- and Oscar-nominated Sufjan Stevens’ concept album Illinois.

American Ballet Theatre Studio Company to Perform at the Joyce Theater in May


Catch the AMERICAN BALLET THEATRE STUDIO COMPANY as they conclude their Spring U.S. tour at The Joyce Theater, featuring three New York premieres and one world premiere from May 1-5, 2024.

Video: First Look At Sting's MESSAGE IN A BOTTLE at New York City Center


Music icon Sting returns to NYC with Message In A Bottle, a new dance-theater show, set to 27 of his most beloved songs. Get a first look at the show in new video of the production!

MTI Launches New Licensing Division, MTI Concert Dance


MTI Concert Dance will license choreographed works from well-known choreographers across many genres of dance. For its launch, MTI has partnered with The Robbins Rights Trust to exclusively license the entire ballet repertory of the legendary Jerome Robbins.

Ballet Hispánico Announces THE QUINCEAÑERA GALA


Ballet Hispánico has announced THE QUINCEAÑERA GALA, honoring former United Airlines CEO Oscar Munoz and celebrating Eduardo Vilaro's 15th season as Artistic Director.

Patti LuPone & More to Join Atlantic Theater Company 2024 Gala


Atlantic Theater Company will present their 2024 Gala on Monday, April 29, 2024 at The Plaza. See who is taking part and learn how to purchase tickets.

Photos: Go Inside DANCE MASTERPIECES at the Academy of Music


Check out photos from DANCE MASTERPIECES at Academy Of Music, featuring works by Alvin Ailey, William Forsythe, and Twyla Tharp here!

Semperoper Dresden Announces 2024/25 Programme


Discover the 2024/25 programme of the Semperoper Dresden. Get the latest updates on performances, artists, and premieres in the upcoming season at one of Germany's most renowned opera houses.

Justin Peck's ILLINOISE Will Transfer to Broadway This Spring


BroadwayWorld has just learned that Illinoise, which is currently playing at Park Avenue Armory will transfer to Broadway.

Detroit Opera Reveals 2024-25 Season


Detroit Opera has announced its 2024–25 Opera and Dance seasons. Learn more about the full lineup here!

Interview: Actor from Massachusetts David Benoit talks GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY


When you’re considered to be one of the greatest songwriters ever, with a catalogue stretching back 60 years, it’s not surprising that you would want to put your music in proven hands when it’s time for Broadway.

Twyla Tharp FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Twyla Tharp written?

Twyla Tharp has written 3 shows including Movin' Out (Conceiver), The Times They are A-Changin' (Conceiver), Come Fly Away (Conceiver).

What awards has Twyla Tharp been nominated for?

Twyla Tharp has been nominated for several awards throughout her career, including Outstanding Choreography at the Drama Desk Awards for "Come Fly Away" and "Movin' Out," Best Choreography at the Tony Awards for the same shows, Distinguished Achievement in Musical Theatre at the Drama League Awards, Outstanding Choreography at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "Movin' Out," Best Direction of a Musical at the Tony Awards for "Movin' Out," and Outstanding Director - Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for "Movin' Out."

What awards has Twyla Tharp won?

Twyla Tharp has won several awards for her work in Broadway, including Outstanding Choreography at the Drama Desk Awards for "Come Fly Away," Distinguished Achievement in Musical Theatre at the Drama League Awards, Outstanding Choreography at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "Movin' Out," Best Choreography at the Tony Awards for "Movin' Out," Outstanding Choreography at the Drama Desk Awards for "Movin' Out," and Outstanding Director - Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for "Movin' Out."

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