Get to know me

In what ways do you participate in arts and music in Fort Dodge? 

I started doing Dance and Gymnastics when I was 3 years old. I did a lot of camps

before I moved in to cheer. I learned I liked the gymnastics and I focused on that the

last couple of years. Currently, I have thrown all my passion into music with piano and the musical this summer, Frozen Jr. I loved being on stage! I am also excited to start back up this fall with dance and Aerial Silks classes.

What do you most enjoy about dance and music?

I love how the sounds come together when I play the piano and how my fingers move

with the different music and all the different sounds in the world. I love how gracefully my body moves in dance creating a full story with the music and I always enjoy dancing for fun.

What have you learned from being involved in dance and music?

I have learned that no matter what or where you can be musical, inside your house,

school anywhere! During Frozen Jr. I learned to face my fears and do things I have

never done before. I never knew I could sing in front of so many people. I also learned I can sing, dance and act all at the same time creating something magical. The musical inspired me to join dance again.

What do you want to be when you grow up?

That is hard, I have always wanted to be a mom but as a job being an actress or singer would be fun but maybe a vet too because I like helping and taking care of animals.

What is your favorite musical and why?

I have always loved musicals but The Seussical was the musical that made me want to try being in one and I loved being a part of Frozen Jr.

If you could play any part in a musical, who would you play and why?

I would love to be Adult Elsa because I love her voice and the range she uses.

Walk us through a typical day in the life of Stella Pingel.

After I wake up, I have breakfast followed by practicing the piano. If I don’t have school, I go outside and play with my dog and swing after lunch I enjoy watching my favorite show or movies followed by riding my bike or going to a park. After that or after school, I have practice (either piano, dance, gymnastics, or silks). I also make sure to call my cousins or friends before or after practices. No matter what I am doing you will usually catch me singing as I do it. I finish the day by reading before I go to bed.

If you got to meet any famous person in the whole world, who would it be and why?

Taylor Swift, because she sings so well and writes her own music. I also like that she

plays the piano and guitar!

You are stranded on a desert island. You can bring 3 items with you. What would

you bring and why?

Food, water and my Dad because he would help me survive and then he could bring 3

more things too!

Who do you look up to the most and why?

My Mom and Dad. They both raised me and helped me my whole life. They taught me to be kind to others. My mom helps me with lots of things like studying and learn for the future. My dad helps me with math and we play lots of games.