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The Catherine Wheel

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The Catherine Wheel

9.0

1h 15m

1982

Synopsis

Seamlessly blending elements of movement and music, Twyla Tharp choreographs a rock 'n' roll dance spectacular, set to a score by former Talking Heads front man David Byrne. Adapted for television by Tharp from the original Broadway production, this memorable performance showcases the talents of dancers Sara Rudner, Jennifer Way, Tom Rawe, Katie Glasner, Raymond Kurshals, Shelly Washington, Christine Uchida and John Carrafa.

Director

Twyla Tharp

Music

Cast & Crew

Sara Rudner

Sara Rudner

as Leader

Jennifer Way

as Mother

Tom Rawe

Tom Rawe

as Father

Kate Glasner

as Sister

Raymond Kurshals

Raymond Kurshals

as Brother

Shelley Washington

Shelley Washington

as Maid

Christine Uchida

Christine Uchida

as Pet

John Carrafa

John Carrafa

as Poet

Richard Colton

as Chorus

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