Twyla Tharp
Date of Birth: July 01, 1941 (85)
Birth Place: Portland, IN, USA
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Twyla Tharp is an American born artist.
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[ 1994 ] choreographer
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Twyla Tharp, Come Fly Away
Twyla Tharp, Come Fly Away
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Twyla Tharp
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Twyla Tharp, - Movin' Out
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Twyla Tharp, Movin' Out
Twyla Tharp, Movin' Out
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Twyla Tharp, Movin' Out
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Twyla Tharp, Movin' Out
Videos
Video: Justin Peck and Patricia Delgado Respond to Tony Win for Best Choreography
by Joey Mervis - 2025-06-08 20:43:24
Video: Watch Lorin Latarro's Sensational Choreography in THE WHO'S TOMMY
by Nicole Rosky - 2024-04-22 13:51:47
Video: New Trailer For American Ballet Theatre Studio at The Joyce Theater
by Joshua Wright - 2024-03-07 15:22:15
Video: First Look at Sufjan Stevens, Justin Peck and Jackie Sibblies Drury's ILLINOISE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2024-01-24 12:31:33
VIDEO: Watch The Royal Ballet Celebrate The Legacy of Nijinska with Extended Insight
by Blair Ingenthron - 2023-11-25 12:29:33
News
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 20, 2026
The Dennis C. Moss Cultural Arts Center will present “The Music of Billy Joel & Elton John” starring Michael Cavanaugh. Cavanaugh was handpicked by Billy Joel himself to star in the hit Broadway musical “Movin' Out.'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 18, 2026
Choreographer Jessica Lang will succeed founder Kevin McKenzie as Artistic Advisor at Kaatsbaan Cultural Park, advising leadership on artist residencies and programming at the site.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 13, 2026
Hubbard Street Dance Chicago will return to Jacob's Pillow to close out the summer season with a mixed repertoire program featuring works by Nacho Duato, Aszure Barton, Gwen Verdon and Bob Fosse.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 12, 2026
Martha Graham Dance Company will present masterworks, new commissions, and Lamentation Variations while touring the US, Canada, England, Spain, Mexico, and China.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 5, 2026
Michael Cavanaugh, handpicked by Billy Joel for MOVIN' OUT, will perform hits from Billy Joel and Elton John at the Dennis C. Moss Cultural Arts Center in Miami.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 5, 2026
Lindsey Hanson will present the New York premiere of her site-specific dance work Gethsemane, featuring 22 New York-based dancers, at Redeemer Presbyterian Church.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 21, 2026
New Dance Alliance has announced Claude 'CJ' Johnson, Elyse Morris, and André M. Zachery as the recipients of its 2026-27 Black Artists Space to Create residency program.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 20, 2026
American Ballet Theatre revealed its upcoming seasons at the David H. Koch Theater, featuring a world premiere by Brady Farrar and company premieres of Helen Pickett's Petal, and more.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 16, 2026
Jason Graae will reprise IT'S A GRAAE NIGHT FOR SINGING! at 54 Below in New York City, following sold-out performances in Los Angeles and an earlier NYC run. Gerald Sternbach serves as musical director.
by A.A. Cristi - May 27, 2026
Philip Glass will celebrate his 90th birthday with worldwide performances, including the world premiere of Symphony No. 15: Lincoln by the Boston Symphony Orchestra and the 50th anniversary of EINSTEIN ON THE BEACH.
by Josh Sharpe - May 27, 2026
A multi-season celebration of notable performances and events has been set to coincide with the 90th birthday of acclaimed composer Philip Glass on January 31, 2027. Take a look at the lineup now.
by Stephi Wild - May 21, 2026
The annual League Awards were held during The Broadway League’s 2026 Spring Road Conference as esteemed members and partners were honored for their achievements in support of Touring Broadway.
by Stephi Wild - May 8, 2026
American Ballet Theatre Studio Company will present five performances at The Joyce Theater, featuring NYC premieres by Tiler Peck, Katie Currier, and ABT dancer Brady Farrar, alongside works by Twyla Tharp and Alexei Ratmansky.
by A.A. Cristi - May 4, 2026
MTI Concert Dance announced an exclusive licensing agreement for works by choreographer Lynne Taylor-Corbett, becoming the third choreographer in the MTI catalogue, joining José Limón and Jerome Robbins.
by Marissa Faith Curley - Apr 30, 2026
Oklahoma’s premier ballet company, Tulsa Ballet, performs at the Royal Opera House for the first time bringing its 'Made in America' mixed bill to the Linbury Theatre.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 24, 2026
Ballet Hispánico raised more than $1,465,000 at its 56th Anniversary Gala, honoring Donald B. Verrilli, Jr. with the Civic Inspiración Award and choreographer Annabelle Lopez Ochoa with the Artistic Inspiración Award.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 15, 2026
Paper Mill Playhouse has revealed the complete cast and the creative team for West Side Story, the final production of Paper Mill’s 2025-2026 season, including Noah Henry, Sarah-Anne Martinez making their Paper Mill debuts.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 14, 2026
American Ballet Theatre Studio Company will perform five shows at The Joyce Theater in New York City, featuring NYC premieres by Tiler Peck, Katie Currier, and Brady Farrar alongside works by Twyla Tharp and Alexei Ratmansky.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 12, 2026
Grounds For Sculpture in Hamilton, NJ, has revealed its 2026 schedule featuring seasonal blooms and new art installations. The park offers visitors a unique cultural experience with over 300 sculptures.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 10, 2026
92NY will present the world premiere of SUPERBLOOM, a collaborative dance performance by Jodi Melnick and Sara Mearns, on March 27 and 28, 2026. The event will also be available for streaming.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Twyla Tharp has written 3 shows including Movin' Out (Conceiver), The Times They are A-Changin' (Conceiver), Come Fly Away (Conceiver).
Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for Come Fly Away, Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for Come Fly Away, Distinguished Achivement in Musical Theatre (Drama League Awards), Outstanding Choreography (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for - Movin' Out , Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for Movin' Out, Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Movin' Out, Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for Movin' Out and Outstanding Director - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Movin' Out.
Twyla Tharp has received several awards for her work in choreography and musical theatre. These include Outstanding Choreography from the Drama Desk Awards for Come Fly Away, as well as Distinguished Achievement in Musical Theatre from the Drama League Awards. She also won Outstanding Choreography from the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Movin' Out and Best Choreography at the Tony Awards for Movin' Out. Additionally, she received Outstanding Choreography from the Drama Desk Awards for Movin' Out and Outstanding Director - Musical from the Drama Desk Awards for the same production.
