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There are many adjectives one might use to describe the force of nature that is Twyla Tharp. At the opening of her current show at New York’s Joyce Theater, her dancers went to escort the 82-year-old choreographer onto the stage for a bow — but she was in more of a rush, bounding out from the wings in her black leathery pants and boots. Try to get a ticket to “Twyla Tharp Dance,” a two-week engagement, and you’ll likely see “sold out” (it’s worth the try anyway) — a testament to the enduring ent

NEW YORK (AP) — There are many adjectives one might use to describe the force of nature that is Twyla Tharp. “Shy” is not one.

The poet and playwright Claudia Rankine recycles a New York Times essay on white male privilege in dazzling produced show Help

JENKINTOWN -- Summer is the time when young dancers can devote maximum effort to strengthening technique, expanding dance vocabulary, and broadening their horizons. Metropolitan Ballet has assembled a top-notch Summer Intensive Faculty to inspire dancers to build virtuosity and confidence. Classes for ages 3 – 18 will encompass classical ballet, modern, jazz & theater. Metropolitan’s Summer Intensive will run from July 5 – August 13, with training running nearly 12 hours a day to accommodate dancers of all levels in smaller classes, on both an outdoor stage and in-studio with d...