Kaylan is an accomplished performer, award-nominated actress, and passionate theatre educator with over two decades of experience captivating audiences and shaping the next generation of performers.

A proud Pittsburgh native and graduate of the Conservatory of Performing Arts at Point Park University, Kaylan holds a B.A. in Musical Theatre. Her journey began at age 14, when a summer camp audition sparked a lifelong love for the stage—and she hasn't stopped performing since.

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Kaylan’s extensive resume spans regional theatre, commercial, and film. She has brought depth, charisma, and unforgettable energy to leading roles such as Donna in Mamma Mia!, Velma in Hairspray, Cassie in A Chorus Line, Lola in Damn Yankees, Irene in Crazy for You, and Audrey in Little Shop of Horrors—a performance that earned her a BroadwayWorld.com nomination for Best Actress in a Musical. Her work has graced stages including The Candlelight Theatre, The Grand Opera House, The Media Theatre, The Arden Theatre Company, and Pittsburgh Playhouse.

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On camera, Kaylan has landed principal roles in national commercial campaigns for brands like Harley Davidson, NASCAR, and ClassPass, and she recently appeared in the indie film Snow Babies.

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As an educator, director, and coach, Kaylan is as dedicated to teaching as she is to performing. She spent six years as a performing arts instructor at PA Cyber Charter School and has choreographed and directed productions for high schools and conservatories throughout the Mid-Atlantic. Her teaching credits include The Rock School, Delaware Arts Conservatory, The Sanford School, Media Theatre and Sewickley Performing Arts Camp. She currently serves as the resident director/choreographer at Rochester High School, where she’s known for cultivating confident, authentic performers through a blend of technique, storytelling, and mentorship.

Kaylan is a proud member of Actors’ Equity and a fierce advocate for young artists discovering their voice on stage and beyond.