Twyla Tharp – Quotes Meaning

"Optimism with some experience behind it is much more energizing than plain old experience with a certain degree of cynicism."

American dancer and choreographer Twyla Tharp, who is well-known for her avant-garde style of dance and performance, frequently stresses the value of keeping a positive attitude when faced with difficulties. Tharp, who was born in 1941, has devoted her life to pushing the boundaries of modern dance …

"With each piece I’ve completed I have worked to make it intact, and each of them has been an equal high. It’s like children. A mother refuses to pick out one as a favorite, and I can’t do any better with the dances."

- Twyla Tharp

American dancer and choreographer Twyla Tharp is well-known for her avant-garde fusion of modern and balletic styles. She has produced many pieces that have had a significant influence on the contemporary dance community. She frequently mentions treating each piece as equally significant and importa…