Julia Nelson was born and raised in Bristol, Connecticut.  Her passion for performing began in third grade when she played an Oompa Loompa in Charlie and the Chocolate factory.  From that point on, she dreamed of becoming an actress, and would frequently perform her own skits and songs for her family.  Throughout high school Julia’s love from Drama grew stronger and stronger.  She performed with her local theatre company GUSCO and in many high school productions including Cinderella (Cinderella), Legally Blonde (Elle Woods) and The Adams Family (Alice Beineke).  Since her arrival at UVA, Julia has immersed herself in the Drama community.  She was cast in First Year Players’ production of The Music Man (Jacey Squires) and Kiss me, Kate (Lilli Vanessi) and is so grateful for this organization.  She was also part of UVA Dept. of Drama’s production of Love and Information and the 2021 New Works Festival. She is so grateful for this opportunity to create alongside so many talented artists.