RISING STAR: Iris Zietlow Performs in Temecula

Name: Iris Zietlow

Age: 12

School: Dorothy McElhinney Middle School

Specialty: Sing, Act, Dance

How many years have you studied?: 7 years

What is your favorite part of performing?

IRIS: I love to be on stage and have people feel inspired. And having fun.

What do you feel makes you unique, as a performer?

IRIS: I feel that for my age, my voice is very strong and mature. I love a song that challenges me.

What do you do to relax, after a performance?

IRIS: I usually have something to eat and then lay down.

Iris Zietlow (c) Shawna Sarnowski Photography

How to you psyche yourself up before performing?

IRIS: I always warm up, and make sure that I am confident in my song, or lines, and work hard to make it happen.

Do you have any rituals (things you do — like a lucky charm, a special routine) prior to your performances?

IRIS: I pray.

I drink lemon water.

What is your favorite part about what you do?

IRIS: Seeing people smile when I finish. I like when I inspire people while they listen. I love to help other performers do their best.

Iris Zietlow (c) Shawna Sarnowski Photography

Tell us about your top achievements:

IRIS:

1st runner up for Talent (Singing) for National American Miss So California Pre-Teen. Going to Nationals for Talent(Singing) in November 2014.
Finalist for SoCal Icon Vocal Competition. Final show Sept 6, 2014 in Santa Ana. www.socalicon.com
4th Runner-Up for National American Miss So California Pre-Teen. Going to Nationals in November 2014.

What do you want to be when you grow up?

IRIS: I would love to be on Broadway.

Find out more about Iris here: www.IrisZietlow.com

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