Ms. Karlie has over 25 years of experience in acting, stage movement, vocal techniques, and teaching. She has directed over 40 productions, including student showcases and one-act plays.

Her professional experience ranges from stage and film to commercials in the DFW area and California.

Helping students cultivate and discover the acting process and put these skills to use on stage in a production, is her ultimate joy! Currently, Karlie teaches college theatre and film courses along with private acting workshops.

She is an acting coach and a published children’s book author.

Education and Accomplishments:

• Master of Fine Arts – Acting, Voice and Movement – California State University
• Bachelor of Arts – Theater – Florida State University
• Best Actor Award – Los Angeles Arts Council