Teachout Terry Vedic birth chart profile
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Teachout Terry

★ February 6, 1956 · Cape Girardeau, Missouri
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Sagittarius
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Sun Sign
Capricorn
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Ascendant
Virgo
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Birth Star
Current Dasha · Jupiter / Saturn / Mars · Sep 2026 – Nov 2026
Entertain/BusinessEntertain/MusicWritersDirectorSkills - Multi-facetedCareer - dkscoreWife Passed AwayDestiny Number 22
Biography

Who is Teachout Terry?

American author, critic, biographer, playwright, stage director, and librettist. He was the drama critic of The Wall Street Journal, the critic-at-large of Commentary, and the author of "Sightings," a column about the arts in America that appeared biweekly in The Wall Street Journal. He blogged at About Last Night and wrote about the arts for many other magazines and newspapers, including The New York Times and National Review. He was a regular panelist on Three on the Aisle, a bimonthly podcast about theater in America that was hosted by American Theatre magazine. Teachouts books include Duke: A Life of Duke Ellington (2013), Pops: A Life of Louis Armstrong (2009), All in the Dances: A Brief Life of George Balanchine (2004), A Terry Teachout Reader (2004), The Skeptic: A Life of H.L. Mencken (2002), and City Limits: Memories of a Small-Town Boy (1991). He was married to Hilary Teachout (née Dyson) from 2007 until her death on 31 March 2020. He died in his sleep on 13 January 2022 at the age of 65. Link to Wikipedia biography
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Update at: May 3, 2026

Terry Teachout

Public profile for Terry Teachout (born February 6, 1956, in Cape Girardeau, Missouri). He was a prominent American critic, biographer, and playwright whose work covered theatre, jazz, and broader arts criticism.

Biographical Snapshot

  • Born: February 6, 1956, Cape Girardeau, Missouri, United States
  • Died: January 12, 2022
  • Occupations: Critic, biographer, essayist, playwright
  • Signature areas: theatre criticism, jazz history, cultural journalism

News and Public Coverage

Following his passing in January 2022, major outlets published obituaries highlighting Teachout’s long career, including his work as a drama critic for The Wall Street Journal and his influential books on jazz and theatre. His writing was widely cited as a standard for clear prose and rigorous argument in arts criticism.

Publications and Projects

  • Books and long-form criticism on theatre and jazz. He wrote biographies centered on Louis Armstrong and other figures in American music and culture.
  • Contributions to major publications such as The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, and other outlets; essays, reviews, and opinion pieces on culture and the arts.
  • Advocated for high standards in criticism and the documentation of artistic work; his work continues to be taught and cited in discussions of contemporary arts journalism.

Public Profiles and Social Media

Public profiles include:

  • Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/terryteachout
  • Other public social media profiles are not widely maintained by Teachout, but his writings are archived by major outlets and libraries.

Legacy and Influence

Teachout’s career left a lasting impact on arts journalism—combining rigor, an accessible voice, and a commitment to the cultural history of American theatre and music. Obituaries and tributes highlighted his role in elevating criticism as a form of public service and cultural memory.

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Which Raj Yogas are in Teachout Terry's birth chart?

2 FOUND

Teachout Terry's chart shows 1 Raj Yoga and 1 challenging combination, including Malavya Yoga.

Planetary Combinations
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Which dasha is Teachout Terry running now?

VIMSHOTTARI

Teachout Terry is currently in the Jupiter mahadasha, running from Sep 15, 2026 to Nov 9, 2026.

PREVIOUSJun 29, 2026 - Sep 15, 2026
Jupiter / Saturn / Moon
NOWSep 15, 2026 - Nov 9, 2026
Jupiter / Saturn / Mars
NEXTNov 9, 2026 - Mar 25, 2027
Jupiter / Saturn / Rahu
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What do Teachout Terry's numerology numbers say?

Teachout Terry's core numbers are Destiny 22, Soul Urge 5, Personality 7, Kabbalah Number 1.

◎Destiny
22

Chaldean Destiny 22 indicates large-scale creation and legacy work. It supports building institutions, platforms, and systems with real-world impact.

❖Soul Urge
5

Chaldean Soul 5 desires freedom and variety. It seeks change, movement, experiences, and space to explore life.

◇Personality
7

Chaldean Personality 7 appears thoughtful, private, and analytical. Others often see depth, intelligence, and spiritual interest.

∞Kabbalah Number
1

Kabbalah Number 1 reflects an inner spiritual code of initiative and self-direction. It supports willpower, clarity, and a strong identity path.

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Life Events & Planetary Transits

Key events mapped against the active Dasha and planetary transits at the time.

2007
Relationship
Marriage 2007 (Hilary Dyson)
2020
Death
Death of Mate 31 March 2020 (Hilary Teachout)
2022
Death
Other Death 13 January 2022 (In his sleep, age 65)
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