BIOGRAPHY:
Leyla, a NYC-based artist, earned her BA in History and Film Production from Brooklyn College. Currently, she's a UCB (Upright Citizens Brigade) scholarship recipient, actively involved in classes and her own sketch comedy series. Passionate about teaching, Leyla also serves as an assistant teaching artist, fostering young theater enthusiasts through her work with the nonprofit organization Kids Creative Collective. Outside of her artistic pursuits, Leyla enjoys salsa and bachata dancing.
EDUCATION / TRAINING:
CUNY Brooklyn College, B.A. in History / Minor concentration in Film Production
Course: Acting I, Ashley Renee-Thaxton
Saint Sarah Productions
One-on-One Acting Coaching, Stacey Linnartz
Scene Study Coaching, Stacey Linnartz
Upright Citizens Brigade
Sketch Writing 101
Sketch Writing 201
Sketch Writing 301