Misty Copeland with Twyla Tharp
National Medal of the Arts honoree and dance and choreography icon Twyla Tharp explores her storied career and creative process with internationally acclaimed dancer and host Misty Copeland. The two break down some of Tharp’s most famous pieces, including 1971’s “Eight Jelly Rolls” and “Deuce Coupe” from 1973, and share their experiences learning different dance styles.
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Episode 7 Preview | Misty Copeland with Twyla Tharp
S1 E7 - 32s
National Medal of the Arts honoree and dance and choreography icon Twyla Tharp explores her storied career and creative process with internationally acclaimed dancer and host Misty Copeland. The two break down some of Tharp’s most famous pieces, including 1971’s “Eight Jelly Rolls” and “Deuce Coupe” from 1973, and share their experiences learning different dance styles.
Twyla Tharp on the Value of a Dancer’s Individuality
S1 E7 - 1m 41s
Dance icon Twyla Tharp discusses the moment she knows when she wants to work with a dancer with American Ballet Theatre ballerina Misty Copeland.
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