Kelly Ann Kocalis

Kelly Ann Kocalis was born in Whittier, CA. She grew up in Walnut, CA, where she made her stage debut at the age of 4. Since then she has performed on college, community, and regional stages all over southern California. She obtained her BA in theater from UCLA, and went on to become a high school drama and English teacher, as well as a varsity soccer coach. She enjoys squeezing some acting work in around her educational and directorial responsibilities. She is the proud mom of Aidan Thomas Peterson and Asher William Peterson, who are also performers.