Ella Zarkos

• Accomplishments
• April 2022 - Fine Arts - Florida - Musical Theater Solo Top 3
• August 2022 - Fine Arts - Nationals - Musical Theater Solo Top 3
• April 2023 - Fine Arts - Florida - Musical Theater Solo First Place
• August 2023 - Fine Arts - Nationals - Musical Theater Solo Second Place - 39.33/40 (Superior)
• October 2023 - International Thespian Society Districts - Musical Theater Solo Perfect Score
• February 2024 - First Place at NATS Student Auditions - High School Opera
• March 2024 - International Thespian Society State Festival, Florida - Musical Theater Solo - Superior
• April 2024 - Great Composer Series Competition (International)
• 1st Place - Music of Eastern Europe
• 2nd Place - Music of the Mediterranean
• April 2024 - Fine Arts - Florida District
• 1st Place - Female Vocal Solo
• 1st Place - Musical Theater Ensemble - Small
• 2nd Place - Classical Vocal Solo
• 2nd Place - Musical Theater Solo
• 2nd Place - 1st Person Essay
• May 2024 - Superior Score - 2024 Thespy Awards
• Performances
• April 2022 - Fine Arts Districts (Musical Theater Solo, Choir, Drama, Human Video, Musical Theater Ensemble)
• April 2022 - High School Musical - Sharpay
• August 2022 - Fine Arts Nationals (Musical Theater Solo, Choir, Drama, Human Video, Musical Theater Ensemble)
• November 2022 - Heart of Stone
• December 2022 - Once Upon a December
• April 2023 - Fine Arts Districts (Musical Theater Solo, Children's Lesson, Choir, Human Video, Musical Theater Ensemble)
• April 2023 - Mary Poppins - Mary
• July 2023 - Choir Camp - University of Tampa
• July 2023 - Performed the National Anthem for the Clearwater Threshers
• August 2023 - Fine Arts Nationals (Musical Theater Solo, Children's Lesson, Choir, Human Video, Musical Theater Ensemble)
• October 2023 - International Thespian Society Districts
• October 2023 - Broadway Ball
• December 2023 - Elf Jr. - Jovie
• 2023/2024 - Patel Conservatory for Performing Arts at Straz Center, Tampa
• February 2024 - NATS Student Auditions - Florida Southern College
• March 2024 - National Anthem for Tampa Bay Rays Spring Training
• ITS Festival Florida - Vanilla Ice Cream, She Loves Me
• April 2024 - Fine Arts Districts (Visual Art 2D, Children's Lesson Group, Musical Theater Solo, Musical Theater Ensemble Small, Vocal Solo - Classical, Vocal Solo, Drama Ensemble, Musical Theater Ensemble Large, Choir, Human Video Large
• April 2024 - University of Southern Florida - Musical Theater Concert
• May 2024 - Vocal School Recital

Ella is quickly making a name for herself in the opera scene, surprising many with how someone so young can have such a mature and powerful voice. She's gaining attention not just for her vocal strength and beauty but for the way she can hold an audience spellbound. It's clear that Ella's not just naturally talented; she's also putting in a lot of effort to perfect her art.

She's doing great in a tough field, shining both when she's on her own and when she's part of a team in musicals like "Shrek Jr," "Frozen Jr," "High School Musical," and "Mary Poppins." These roles have not only highlighted her singing skills but also her ability to adapt and connect with people.

Ella also shares her talent in her church as a worship vocalist, which shows another side of her musical journey and her desire to inspire others. This part of her work emphasizes her flexibility and eagerness to explore all aspects of her musical identity.

Her commitment to getting better is obvious, too. She's studying with a classically trained voice coach, a decision that shows her ambition and her drive to be the best she can be. This coaching is key in polishing her skills as she becomes more recognized in the music world.

But Ella Zarkos isn't just about singing; she's a well-rounded artist with a story that's about blending natural talent, hard work, and a love for performing in a way that's anything but ordinary. She's also giving back by mentoring young artists in the Overflow Fine Arts Program. Ella's journey in the music industry is shaping up to be an inspiring story of talent, dedication, and a deep commitment to her craft.