Ema Dimitrova
Actress | Musical

The stage is my universe — a place where dreams breathe, light bends into emotion, and every role unfolds a new constellation. I know the road to success is carved with trials, yet I believe that passion and devotion can turn every obstacle into quiet strength. I give all of myself to grow, to refine my craft, and to share it with those who believe in me — from you, to my parents and my teachers. For art, to me, is not merely a profession, but a calling that asks for my whole heart, my energy, and my love.

Ema D.

About me

Hello! My name is Ema Dimitrova and currently I am second year student in the the Bachelor program in Musical Theater at the American Musical and Dramatic Academy (AMDA), New York.

For me, the opportunity to study at AMDA and to be the first Bulgarian woman accepted into the Bachelor's Program in Musical Theater with the maximum scholarship that the educational institution grants is a dream come true - a path I have been following since I was very young.

As my studies progress, I increasingly realize what an extraordinary honor and privilege it is to gain knowledge and improve my artistic skills right here, in the cradle of the musical - Broadway, New York.

AMDA is one of the most prestigious performing arts educational institutions in the world and is among the leaders in the number of graduates who work on Broadway. The opportunity to study in close proximity to this cultural environment and gain experience from the best professionals in the industry has been an inexhaustible source of knowledge and inspiration for me.

Skills

Acting | acting, stage movement, monologues, improvisation | Velizar Binev & AMDA Singing and vocal abilities | sporran, belter | musical, pop, jazz, rock, opera, folklore, a cappella and choral singing, polyphony, studio recordings | Voice Academy & AMDA & I.E.J Dance styles | jazz, tap, ballet, ballroom and Latin, hip-hop and commercial dance, walking and afro, folklore and belly dance, modern and free interpretation styles | Dance Station Bulgaria & AMDA

Professional Stage Productions

"The Book of Dreams" — Main Cast | jockey Velma

NDK • Year: 2023-2024 • Director: West Hyler

Dancing Stars — guest artist

Season 2024

"Carnival of Choreographers" - guest artist

2023 and 2024

Training materials and AMDA productions

Step / Tap dance

AMDA • Year: 2025

I Hope I Get It - musical dance improvisation

AMDA • Year: 2025

Conga — jazz improvisation

AMDA • Year: 2025

A Chorus Line - Musical Ensemble Dance

AMDA • Year: 2025

Guess - Pop & Jazz Ensemble Dance

AMDA • Year: 2025

I Wanna Be a Dancin' Man - Musical Ensemble Dance

AMDA • Year: 2025

I Dreamed A Dream - "Les Misérables" Musical

AMDA • Year: 2025

No One Else - Musical "Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812"

AMDA • Year: 2025

ACS Musical - American college of Sofia

"Nice Work If You Can Get It" — Eileen Evergreen

ACS Musical • Year: 2024 • Director: Boris Pankin

"In The Heights" — Daniela

ACS Musical • Year: 2023 • Director: Boris Pankin

"The Cats" — Grizabella

ACS Musical • Year: 2022 • Dir.: Boris Pankin

"Chicago" — Female murderer #2

ACS Musical • Year: 2021 • Dir.: Boris Pankin

Casting materials

La La Land - Dance Improvisations

Year: 2024

Wherever he ain't - "Mack and Mabel" Musical

Year: 2024

Much More - Musical "The Fantasticks"

Year: 2024

Monologue - Play "MARATHON DANCING" by Laura Harrington

Year: 2024

Monologue - Play "The Lacy Project" by Alena Smith

Year: 2024

Workshops & Awards

Workshops

Awards

  • International Dance Festival Dance Star | Gold Medal in the Musical category| Croatia, 2023
  • XVI National Dance Festival “Rhythm in My Heart”, for the “Sredets” Cup | First place in Open category, Youth | Bulgaria, April 16–17, 2022
  • Dance World Cup | First place with 92 out of 100 points in Showdance category, Junior, Large Group | Bulgaria, April 2, 2022
  • XVI National Dance Festival “Rhythm in My Heart”, for the “Sredets” Cup | First place in Open category, Youth | Bulgaria, April 24–25, 2021
  • and many others.

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