Julie Taymor

Julie Taymor is an exceptionally talented individual. She was an Academy Award nominated director. Her most well known films were films such as Frida (2002) and her more recent film Across The Universe (2007).
It seemed that Julie was always interested in theater. When she was younger she enjoyed mythology as well as international folklore. Later, after graduating Oberlin college in 1974, she had a degree in both these interests. Growing up she lived in several different countries where she could observe different customs and traditions. During the 1970s she had the opportunity to study puppetry and the art of Japanese theater while living in Japan. She also lived in Indonesia for five years where she worked as a director with Asian, European, and American actors. Back in the USA she worked on and off of Broadway where she staged her first success The King Stag. Julie also went on to produce operas, earning her an Emmy for her production of Oedipus Rex in 1992. She even won two Tony awards for her work in the production of The Lion King. Not only did Julie do a massive production of Walt Disney’s The Lion King she also co designed over 100 costumes and masks. Her 2002 film Frida received six Oscar nominations and two Oscars. She had continued success with productions like The Magic Flute and Beowulf. Her 2007 production of Across the Universe was her latest great accomplishment. Along with her directing profession she also has a valuable collection of puppets, costumes, and masks.
In conclusion, I think that we can say that Julie is a very talented person in many ways. As I read her biography I was very impressed by her achievements. She has accomplished many different things in her life. She has worked on several different types of productions, and has lived and experienced several different types of cultures and traditions. In my opinion, Julie is a perfect example of a theater guru. Everything that Julie did throughout her life was a way of theater. From designing and collecting costumes and masks to working on puppets and studying theater Julie was an example of a person with a true love for theater and the arts. She also shares this love with her husband Elliot Goldenthal.