Katryn Edith Schmidt, a multifaceted actress with a passion for film, theatre, and commercials, hails from Slidell, Louisiana, and later made Lafayette her home, marking the beginning of her illustrious acting career.
Her recent appearances include Girl with a Gun (2022),Tad Caldwell & The Monster Kid (2023),Christmas Coming Out (2021),and the television show, Leverage: Redemption (2021).
Notably, Katryn holds a principal role in the pilot episode of the upcoming show, Unhallowed Ground (2020),as Detective Allison, a testament to her growing prominence in the industry.
Katryn's love affair with acting began in her childhood, where she would regale family gatherings with performances, dress up her younger brother for skits, and even pretend to star in shampoo commercials in the bathtub!
Throughout her journey, Katryn has had the privilege of embodying iconic roles, including Blanche in A Streetcar Named Desire, Carolyn Bryant in The Face of Emmett Till, and Christine in The Bad Seed, which she holds dear to her heart.
Furthermore, Katryn has ventured far and wide, traveling to Tartu, Estonia, where she performed at a folklore festival in Confessions of a Former Monkey Mind Doctor, showcasing her versatility and adaptability.
Despite having little formal education in acting, Katryn's unique experiences, including working as a functional family therapist, a liaison with the mentally ill homeless population, and at shelters for abused and neglected children, have instilled in her a deep understanding and empathy for people from all walks of life.
With this wealth of knowledge and insight, Katryn strives to bring their voices to the forefront of her work, both on stage and in film, making her a standout in the industry.
