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Biography

Elena Bonomo is a drummer, percussionist, bandleader and music educator based in the NYC area. A graduate of Berklee College of Music, she holds a Bachelors Degree in Performance.

Elena has shared the stage with Tony-award winning actress Patina Miller (Pippin, Sister Act), Nikki Renee Daniels (Book of Mormon), Annie Golden (Orange is the New Black), Constantine Maroulis (Rock of Ages), and jazz vocalist Jaqui Naylor. In addition to her US appearances, Elena has performed in the Caribbean, South America, Australia, New Zealand and Europe while working as a bandleader for Holland America Cruise Lines.

Most recently, Elena held the drum chair for the 1st National Tour of the musical, Waitress (music and lyrics by Sara Bareilles). She originated the drum book for two Off-Broadway shows including The Hello Girls and Chix 6. An active sub in the NYC Theatre scene, her credits include: Waitress, Cagney, and A Taste of Things to Come.