Kaylan Wetzel is a Pittsburgh native who is a graduate of the Conservatory of Performing Arts at Point Park University with a B.A. in Musical Theatre. Her love of Musical Theatre started when her dance teacher signed her up for a performing arts Summer Camp at age 14 and she’s never stopped since then!  She has been performing professionally in regional theater, commercial, and film for over 20 years. Some of her favorite roles include Donna (Mamma Mia!), Irene (Crazy for You), Velma (Hairspray), Cassie (A Chorus Line), Lola (Damn Yankees), Ariel (Footloose), Magenta (Rocky Horror Picture Show), Bombalurina (CATS), and Audrey (Little Shop of Horrors) at The Candlelight Theatre. Kaylan has also been seen in the world premiere of The World's Greatest Entertainer (Liza Minnelli) at The Grand Opera House, Moon Over Buffalo (Roz) at the Ritz Theatre Company, The Full Monty (Pam) at Montgomery Theatre, Tommy at the Media Theatre, Gypsy (Electra) at The Arden Theatre Company, Nine (Francesca), and Dangerous Liaisons (Emelie) both at Pittsburgh Playhouse.  Broadwayworld.com nominated Kaylan as “Best Actress in a Musical” for her portrayal of Audrey in Little Shop of Horrors. Her commercial work includes principal roles for Harley Davidson, Nascar,  and ClassPass to name a few. She was also recently featured in the independent film Snow Babies. 

As an educator, director, and choreographer, and coach Kaylan spent six years teaching performing arts at the PA Cyber Charter School. She was a resident instructor at the Rock School, and has directed and choreographed for several high schools and theater camps including The Sanford School, Delaware Arts Conservatory, and Sewickley Performing Arts Camp. She is currently the resident director/choreographer at Rochester High School.  She is a proud member of Actors Equity.