Tye Love

Tye Love is a Professor of Dance and Assistant Artistic Director at Oklahoma City University's Ann Lacy School of American Dance and Entertainment. He holds a Master of Fine Arts and Bachelor of Fine Arts in Ballet Performance from the University of Oklahoma. His roles include Style Coordinator for ballet studies, pedagogy faculty member, and founding board member of the Oklahoma Performing Arts Collective.

Education:

• Master of Fine Arts in Dance, University of Oklahoma
• Bachelor of Fine Arts in Ballet Performance, University of Oklahoma

Research & Expertise: Specializes in ballet technique, choreography, and dance pedagogy. His work emphasizes artistic direction, contemporary performance, and preserving classical dance traditions.

Awards:

• 2020 Excellence in Teaching Award, Oklahoma City University

Advising & Collaborations: Choreographer for Oklahoma City University’s Star Dance Company and Opera/Music Theatre productions. Collaborated with Joffrey Texas, Summerwind Youth Ballet, and regional dance companies. Mentor for emerging artists through master classes and workshops.

Labs & Teams: Leads the Ann Lacy School’s dance program and contributes to the Oklahoma Performing Arts Collective, advocating for artist wellness.