Meet Vangeli!
Vangeli Tsompanidis (pronounced: Vahn-GEH-lee Tsoam-pah-KNEE-dees) is a Greek and Puerto Rican actor known for his transformative range of characters and beaming energy. Born in Queens New York and raised in Orlando Florida, he found his love for storytelling while competing in the creative problem-solving program ‘Odyssey of the Mind’.
Vangeli attended Oklahoma City University, receiving his BM in Musical Theatre in May of 2023. While at OCU; he performed in She Loves Me, Spelling Bee, Children of Eden, Pippin, among others. He was personally selected as the student assistant to the head of the musical theatre program, Dr Herendeen, who was like the Dumbledore to his Harry Potter. In addition to performing, OCU has also given him opportunities to assistant direct, event coordinate, film, and work behind an audition table. His wide range of theatrical experience allows him to function as a sharp, responsible, and holistically appreciative young professional.
Vangeli is also an aspiring screen writer. You can often find him in the New York Public Library bringing his original screenplay “Imposter Syndrome” to life (which he dreams of one day starring in). Additionally, he enjoys reading tarot cards, playing tennis and roller-skating. He is also an avid hiker, and secret Pokémon trainer. Above all, his greatest love is his family who he hopes to make proud and thank them for all he’s been given.