Kathleen Lancaster
Stories can change the way we see ourselves.
That's why I create films about ordinary people discovering extraordinary courage.
Kathleen Lancaster
While I'm often drawn to suspense and drama, comedy remains at the heart of my work. My background in improv, sketch, stand-up, and sitcom performance has shaped my instincts as both an actor and writer, reminding me that some of the most memorable moments—whether funny or dramatic—come from characters pursuing the truth with complete sincerity.
I enjoy grounded, character-driven comedy where authentic relationships and sharp timing create laughs that feel earned.
Hi, I'm Kathleen
I believe the stories we tell ourselves shape the lives we live.
That's why I'm drawn to characters standing at impossible crossroads—ordinary people forced to discover extraordinary strength when the systems around them begin to fail.
Whether I'm writing a mystery, producing a thriller, performing live comedy improv, or stepping in front of the camera, I'm interested in stories that entertain first and linger long after the credits roll. Stories that ask audiences to reconsider fear, courage, identity, and the quiet decisions that ultimately define a life.
As an actor, I love bringing emotionally complex women to life. As a writer and filmmaker, I'm passionate about creating original stories that blend suspense, heart, and hope.
Kathleen Lancaster
KATHLEEN LANCASTER is a fourth generation Mexican-American born and raised in Austin, but her acting career started in Los Angeles and NYC where she performed both on screen and stage for over two decades. Kathleen’s credits include Law & Order: SVU, The Closer & When Zachary Beaver Came to Town, which premiered at SXSW and The Tribeca Film Festival. Kathleen has appeared in dozens of national network commercials and has received high praise for her voice over talent.
In Los Angeles, Kathleen studied comedy improv with Donovan Scott. She also taught improv at the Larry Moss Studio and performed at the The Bitter Truth Playhouse with her comedy improv troupe, Masters Of The Obvious. Kathleen now regularly performs comedy improv in Austin at The Hideout Theatre, Fallout Theater and Coldtowne (a UCB Theater).
Kathleen Lancaster's first writing credit include Buttons And The Art Of Marriage, a one-act play that debut in LA at the Larry Moss Studio. She is currently developing several productions in the Austin area.
Kathleen Lancaster's acting training began with comedy improv, but quickly moved to acting where she studied under D.W. Brown in LA and William Esper in NYC, a former student of Sanford Meisner.
*Kathleen works in all markets, but can work locally in Los Angeles, NYC, Atlanta, Dallas and Austin.
Kathleen Lancaster
Television
The Closer: “Slippin” Guest Star Dir. Elodie Keene
Law & Order: SVU: “Abomination” Guest Star Dir. David Platt
Ed: “The Offer” Guest Star Dir. Allison Liddi-Brown
Ed: “Business as Usual” Guest Star Dir. Timothy Busfield
Ed: “The Case” Guest Star Dir. Allison Liddi-Brown
Arrest & Trial Guest Star Dick Wolf Productions
Manchester Prep. Co-Star Dir. Roger Kumble
Film
Compound - Sarah William, Dir. James Mulcahy
Watching Katarina - Catherine, Dir. Grant Bomar
Last Supper - Mary, Dir. Sonny Corona
In A World (Where People Have Problems) - Nina, Dir. Grant Bomar
Shanghai Kiss - Jessica, Dir. Kern Konwiser
When Zachary Beaver Came to Town - Kate, Dir. Jonathan Schultz
Cruel Intentions II - Female Posse, Dir. Roger Kumble
East Bay - Mother, Dir. Daniel Yoon
Speechless - Tanya, Dir. Danika McKeller
Small Jeans - Store Girl, Dir. Julian West
Theatre
Spy Another Day Comedy Improv The Hideout Theater (Austin)
Come As You Are Polly Brava Theatre (Los Angeles)
Hurlyburly Donna Downright Productions (Los Angeles)
Writing On The Wall Louisa Bitter Truth Playhouse (Los Angeles)
Heart Murmurs and Brain Matter Ellen First Roll Productions (Los Angeles)
Getting What You Paid For Comedy Improv Masters of the Obvious (Los Angeles)
Buttons (and the Art of Marriage) Holly Larry Moss Studio (Los Angeles)
Training
William Esper Studio / Meisner Acting (New York City) Bill Esper
Joanne Baron / D.W. Brown Studio (Los Angeles) D.W. Brown
The Larry Moss Studio (Los Angeles) Michelle Danner & Brian Drillinger
Howard Fine Acting Studio (Los Angeles) Heidi Davis
Carter/Thor Studio (Los Angeles) Alice Carter & Shane Stevens
American Conservatory Theatre (San Francisco) Andrew Hurteau
Commercials
Clean & Clear
TGI Friday's
People's Bank
AM/PM
Prudential
Hallmark
Subway
John Deere
New York Times
Wells Fargo
MTV
and more…
Additional Skills
Voice Over Talent: Gaming, Commercials, Animation, Trailers & Narration
Improv Comedy
Modeling
Children’s Content Creation
Yoga, Golf, Pickleball, SUP, Kayaking
Stage & Screen Combat