Actor · Choreographer · Director
Born Jul 1, 1941 · Portland, Indiana, USA
Active 1966–present · Awards: Guggenheim Fellowship, MacArthur Fellows Program, National Medal of Arts, Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Choreography, Capezio Dance Award, Kennedy Center Honors, honorary doctor of Harvard University, Drama League Award
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.