Growing up in New York City, Ellen was exposed to theater from a young age. Since moving to Blacksburg she has had the opportunity to deepen her theater studies as a member of the cast in several productions including the role of Violet Beauregard in “Willy Wonka Junior” and the title role of Annie in “Annie” with the Blacksburg Middle School Drama Club. She also played the roles of Martha Cratchit in “Scrooge'' and Charlie in “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” with the New River Stage Company. Currently Ellen’s favorite Broadway show is “Six.”