Originally from Pasadena, California, Ella trained in a wide range of methodologies at the American Conservatory Theater in the San Francisco Semester program. She continued her acting education at the University of Southern California in the School of Dramatic Arts where she will graduate in the spring.

Ella was recently seen in Dance Nation directed by Susan Dalian and as Pennywise in Urinetown directed by Scott Farris. She was involved as a performer and devisor in Luis Alfaro’s 2021 revivial of Body of Faith. As a creator, Ella most recently independently produced, directed and performed in a production of Starkid’s Firebringer.

In addition to theater performance, Ella has been an ensemble member of many renowned choirs including the USC Thornton Concert Choir. She can be seen touring with the Concert Choir in May 2024.