Ursula, a native of Los Angeles, California, embarked on a journey of academic excellence, graduating from the University of Southern California with a Bachelor of Arts in American Literature and a minor in Film/Television.
Prior to her foray into the world of filmmaking, Ursula honed her comedic skills by writing and performing stand-up comedy for several years. Her work as a monologist was published in "The Los Angeles Times Magazine", showcasing her versatility as a writer and performer.
With a rich background in dance, acting, and writing, Ursula made her directorial debut with the comedic short film "Boob Jobs & Jesus", which was adapted from her feature-length script and, in turn, was based on her one-act play.
Throughout her career, Ursula has accumulated a significant amount of theatre acting experience as a member of Theatre Neo in Los Angeles. She has performed in a variety of plays, including "Your Mother's Butt" by Alan Ball, "Big Mistake" by Theresa Rebeck, "Coming Attractions" by Ted Tally, and her own one-act play, "Boob Jobs & Jesus". Her impressive repertoire also includes a performance in Thomas Babe's "Taken in Marriage", directed by Emmy Award-winning actress Dorothy Lyman.
