About The Georgia Ballet
Founded in 1960 by Marietta native Iris Hensley, The Georgia Ballet is a non-profit organization committed to inspiring the public through professional ballet performance, unparalleled dance training and meaningful community outreach. We are continuously growing to meet the needs of the community while fulfilling our reputation as an outstanding arts organization.
Tyla Howell
Tyla A. Howell, a native of Atlanta, Georgia, began her formal dance training at Ballethnic Academy of Dance, and Tri Cities High School both located in East Point, Georgia. She spent her summers at the Dance Theatre of Harlem, Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre, and Dance Canvas Next Generation Summer Intensives. Under the direction of Garfield Lemonius, Ms.Howell graduated from Point Park University in December of 2019 where she received her Bachelor of Arts degree in dance, with a focus on classical ballet. While in college, she had the opportunity to perform in works by Daniel Karasik, Maree Remalia,Terrell Rogers, and others. Soon after graduating, Tyla joined the Georgia Ballet as a trainee and is excited to be entering her second season with the company!
