Ella Olesen is an Island actor currently living her dream, working in one of the epicentres of live theatre, New York City.

New York Shakespeare 's 'Deep Dive Discussion' series features interviews with stand-outs from the New York Shakespeare scene. These artists include performers, producers, directors, writers, media personalities, and more. In this episode, recorded in June 2026, we chat with Dylan Diehl and Erin Roth of the Ensemble Shakespeare Company. We discuss their company's founding, their focus on body work and text analysis, their use of the full text of each play, their resident acting company, their upcoming production of Julius Caesar, and much more! For more information about Dylan Diehl, Erin Roth, and the Ensemble Shakespeare Company, visit their website, https://www.ensembleshakespearecompany.com/ !

Take a look at The Importance of Being Earnest playing at Gulfshore Playhouse! • • • https://www.gulfshoreplayhouse.org/

Excerpt from Eric Bogosian's 1995 play, subUrbia. Videography by Jacob Johr. For more info about Ella, visit https://www.ellaolesen.com/

0:00 – "Don't Rain On My Parade" 1:00 – "How Little We Know" 1:21 – "That's How You Know" 2:15 – "Lusty Month of May" 3:02 – "The Boy I Love" 4:18 – ELLA OLESEN Headshot

Buy Tickets https://www.floridarep.org/show/oleanna/ OLEANNA Directed by: Chris Clavelli**† Genre: Drama Apr. 16, 2024 - May. 19, 2024 ARTSTAGE STUDIO THEATRE BY DAVID MAMET Sponsored by Mary Ann and Martin McLaughlin Filled with electrifying dialogue, blazing emotion, and an ending that will leave you talking for weeks. In this riveting drama, a college professor and his female student become embroiled in a war of words that takes a dangerous turn. As their serene campus transforms into a battleground for justice, Mamet’s explosive masterpiece dares you to take a side…if you can. Florida Rep takes on Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright, David Mamet, with his most controversial drama! “Oleanna is likely to provoke more arguments than any play this year!” -NY Times This production includes adult language and mature subject matter. Evening performances are offered Tuesday through Saturday, with matinee performances offered Thursdays and on weekends. Florida Rep’s parking lot opens 2 hours before each performance and offers guests FREE PARKING across the street from the Arcade Theatre. Florida Rep’s licensing agreement with David Mamet prohibits talkbacks following performances of Oleanna therefore there will be no talkback event scheduled for this production. Cast Ella Olesen* | Carol is thrilled to be back at the Florida Repertory Theatre. She made her Florida Rep debut last season as Cecily in The Importance of Being Earnest and loved every second. Other credits include Fiddler on the Roof (Philadelphia Orchestra), The Wild Party, Broadway Our Way Concert (University of Michigan), Young Frankenstein, Rock of Ages, Seven Brides for Seven Brothers (The Barn Theatre), and Sister Act (Italy). Ella is a Canadian actress, her hometown on Vancouver Island. She grew up as a competitive dancer and now holds a BFA in Musical Theatre from the University of Michigan and a certificate in Shakespeare from the University of Oxford (British American Drama Academy). She is also an associate director to Brendan Stackhouse (Broadway’s Fun Home). Ella is extremely grateful for the opportunity to share the provocative story of Oleanna with Fort Myers, and would like to thank Chris, Jason, Greg, Henderson Hogan Agency, and her family and friends for believing in and supporting her through thick and thin. www.ellaolesen.com Michael Turner* | John is returning to the Florida Rep stage after playing CS Lewis in Freud’s Last Session last season. This year Michael appeared in the new musical When We Get There at York Theatre in New York City and wrote and performed a biographical piece based on the life of a man named Rafik in Close Up at Metropolitan Playhouse (NYC). Mr Turner is the voice of Zero in Borderlands 1 & 2 and is a primary voice in the new game Pacific Drive. On Screen he has most recently been seen in Godfather of Harlem (Hulu) with Forrest Whitaker and Dead Ringers (Amazon) with Rachel Weisz. Mr. Turner was in the original pre-Broadway cast of Come from Away (La Jolla PLayhouse) and his favorite roles include: Moody in Golden Boy and Valere in La Bet. He has a BFA from Baylor University and an MFA from UCSD. For Mom. Creative Team Richard Crowell† Set Designer Tony Toney Costume Designer Weston Wilkerson*** Lighting Designer Katie Lowe Sound Designer Janine Wochna*† Stage Manager *Member Actors' Equity Association **Member Society of Stage Directors & Choreographers ***Member United Scenic Artists † Member of Florida Repertory Theatre's Ensemble of Artists See less

Please enjoy the University of Michigan’s Musical Theatre Class of 2022! COVID-19 Safety Notice: This production was rehearsed and filmed in accordance with UM COVID-19 guidelines. The maskless performance was made possible by working closely with UM SMTD to ensure the safety of the performers, crew, and audience. Due to our safety protocols, we successfully completed the project and maintained the health and safety of all cast and crew involved. Writing Team: Andrew Cekala, Dominic Dorset, Ella Olesen, Helen Shen, and Chris Tamayo Directors: Jonas McMullen and Taylor Daniel Music Director: Andrew Gerace Choreographers: Taylor Daniel, RJ Higton, Maggie Kuntz, and Macy Mckown Stage Manager: Allie Kench Assistant Stage Manager: Erik Montag Orchestrations and Vocal Arrangements: Andrew Gerace and Anna Rosengart Producers: Ethan Hardy Benson and Margot Grom Piano: Andrew Gerace Drums: Annie Hayes Guitar: Ian Eylanbekov Trumpet: Josie Ala Bass: Reuben Stump Violin: Allison Taylor Video and Editing: Christian Kassab Assistant Cam Op: Jeff Lin Sound Recording/Sound Editing: Victor Imbo Lighting: Abi Farnsworth Featuring: Alex Byrd, Amanda Rose Gross, Andrew Cekala, Carly Baron, Chris Tamayo, Dominic Dorset, Ella Olesen, Ethan Hardy Benson, Helen Krushinski, Helen Shen, Jacob Higdon, Jonas McMullen, Macy McKown, Maggie Kuntz, Margot Grom, Mark Mitrano, Maya Sistruck, Mikako Martin, Nicholas Kraft, RJ Higton, and Taylor Daniel Special Thanks: Michael McElroy Matt Englebert David Gier Jen Knapp Benjamin Thauland Vincent Cardinal Paul Feeny Jason DeBord James Harbaugh Harrison Hoffert Allison Engkvist The Parents of MT22

Ella Olesen singing Julie Miller's, "All My Tears," inspired by Ane Brun (featured in Peaky Blinders), at the Duderstadt Recording Studio at the University of Michigan. The incomparable John Bogdan plays the piano. March 18th, 2022. http://www.ellaolesen.com

Ella Olesen performing Benj Pasek and Justin Paul's song, "In Short," from EDGES at the Barn Theatre in Michigan. Ella is a graduate of the University of Michigan's musical theatre program. http://www.ellaolesen.com