It all began at the ripe age of 5, when I was playing with my Barbies, singing a tune (probably an old gospel or hymn), when my dad said, “Wow, Ella can sing!”

 

17 years later, I am in my senior year of undergrad, double majoring in Musical Theatre and Communication Studies.

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In middle school, I decided I wanted to be an actress. I came home from school and said, “Mom, I want to be in the movies.” And she said, “Whatever I can do to make that happen, I will.”

 

I then got cast in my first-ever live production, Seussical the Musical Jr and my love for musical theatre was born.

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I then developed a relationship with my Great Aunt Edna. Through many rides to rehearsals and trips to the local coffee shop after school, she became my biggest supporter…and best friend.

 

She taught me that life is too short to ignore the calling that consumes my very being, music and performing. She taught me the power of connection through art, and encouraged a curious nature.

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Thanks to her influence, I found the love of travel. I did a semester abroad in Prague, Czechia, where I also studied Central European performance such as ballet, opera, drama, interactive theatre, and more.

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Today, I use my voice and my artistry not only to tell impactful stories, but to connect my audiences to a greater meaning in life. I aim to be a beam of light for other young women and girls of unique backgrounds to follow their dreams no matter the adversity.