Laura Michele Erle

About Laura

I’m a multi-hyphenate artist and creative. A graduate of Hofstra University, I received a B.F.A. in Performance and minors in Musical Theater, English, and Public Relations. A highlight of my college experience was playing Juliet in Romeo & Juliet and performing THE balcony scene on the most historically-accurate replica of the Globe Stage in North America. A Chicago-based actress, I love the lake and tolerate the winters (I’m always cold anyways). When not writing, acting, singing in my kitchen or recording in my booth, I work as a standardized patient, teaching communication skills to medical students. I enjoy hiking and traveling; Prague, Czechia has a special place in my heart after I spent a summer working there. I do yoga with my hubby and go on Jane Austen-esque promenades with my friends. I also bake banana bread bi-weekly, as I can never seem to eat bananas fast enough and thusly always have some in my freezer!

What's New

What's New

CHURCH HURT

I am currently playing Julie in the world premiere of Church Hurt by Brynne Frauenhoffer and directed by Jessica Love. Previews start October 21, and the show runs October 24 - November 21 at The Edge Off-Broadway. You can buy your tickets here!

A SHORT LEAP THEATRE CO. ENSEMBLE MEMBER

I am honored to announce I was invited to join the ensemble at one of my favorite theater companies in the city! A Short Leap Theatre Co. is committed to nurturing emerging Chicago artists and creating community. I am so proud of the work we are doing, both in the stories we tell onstage and the free scene study classes we offer. I currently serve on the Marketing, Fundraising, and Grant Writing Committees. I am so grateful to have a theater home that feels like such a perfect fit!

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