ADA, Okla. – East Central University revived a piece of university history last week when Tiger Tangles made its long-awaited return to campus.
After a decades long absence, the once-popular talent show, was brought back to life. More than 800 people filled Ataloa Theatre to watch ECU students showcase their talents.
Bringing back Tiger Tangles was a goal for ECU president Wendell Godwin.
“Our students are amazing and it was a great night to showcase the best of ECU.” said Godwin. “We are excited and we cannot wait until next year for Tiger Tangles – Save the Date February 27 & 28, 2025!”
Jamie Davis, the technical director and events coordinator for the Hallie Brown Ford Fines Arts Center, along with a team of ECU staff, faculty and students, oversaw the event which saw 20 different acts perform in 4 categories with first, second and third place being award to each based on the results from three impartial judges. An overall winner was also chosen by the judges and a crowd choice winner was chosen by the crowd in attendance.
“Thank you for being a part of history, Tiger Tangles is alive and well!” Davis declared to close out the night.
Below is the list of categories and finishes:
Greek:
- 1st - Chi Omega
- 2nd - Phi Tau
ECU Club/Org:
- 1st - Asian Student Association
- 2nd - ECU Showtime
- 3rd - ECU Drumline
Independent Group:
- 1st - The High Notes
- 2nd - The Prozac Boys
- 3rd - Gettin' Groovy Gals
Solo:
- 1st - Ava Manwell
- 2nd - Jacob Williams
- 3rd - Akshata Pokhrel
Overall Winner: Ava Manwell
Crowd Choice Award: Chi Omega
The participants ranged from a second generation “Tiger Tangler,” experienced performers who perform independently or on behalf of ECU to students who were performing in front of a crowd for the very first time. Regardless of the level of experience, each performance was met with strong ovation and excitement.
To view photos from Tiger Tangles, visit ecok.edu/tiger-tangles-2024.
Cutline: Overall Winner Ava Manwell, poses in front of the Tiger Tangles trophy with her prize check.