My name is Helena Padial and I am an ambitious, triple-threat performer from Palisades, NY! The daughter of a dancer and a drummer, I have been unable to sit still or stay quiet for as long as I can remember! Imagine me at age 5, using the couch as a ballet barre while simultaneously belting “Tomorrow” from Annie. Now add in my little brother screaming, “be quiet!”, followed by my mom giving me notes on my ballet technique. That was pretty much an everyday occurrence in the Padial household. Safe to say it makes sense that I am here!

I am a soon-to-be graduate of Elon University’s Music Theatre class of ‘26 and have also spent a semester abroad at Theatre Academy London—two programs that have shaped my love for what I do. As a proud member of the LGBTQ+ community, I am devoted to creating inclusive spaces and inspiring change through my art. I am currently conducting undergraduate research on queer representation in theatre, developing a framework for inclusive storytelling that builds upon progress made in the film industry. I love to sing and dance and act and play, but above all, LET’S TELL THE DAMN STORY!

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