Alyssa Anne Austin is an Actor, Author, and Creative Entrepreneur. As an actor, she has worked throughout Southern California since reconnecting with her love of performing in 2016, including at La Jolla Playhouse, The Old Globe, Moonlight Stage Productions, North Coast Rep, Laguna Playhouse, Cygnet Theatre, San Diego Musical Theatre, San Diego REP, Oceanside Theatre Company, and LEGOLAND California, as well as numerous on-camera & commercial projects. She debuted her one-woman show, Always a Banana, Never the Bride: An Ode to Broadway's “Lesser Ladies,” in October 2022 to rave reviews.

When not performing, Alyssa is passionate about helping others discover and use their gifts through her company, PoisedandProfessional.com, which she founded in 2018 after leaving behind a seven-year career in digital marketing. A published author, Alyssa's first book, “35 Days of Confidence: Find Your Voice, Fulfill Your Dreams & Focus Your Inner Power” became an Amazon best-seller in February 2019. She also serves as a Board Member of the San Diego Performing Arts League, an organization dedicated to supporting performing arts organizations in the San Diego area. Alyssa graduated from Penn State University with degrees in Public Relations & English Literature, and is a proud alumni of the Penn State Lionettes Dance Team.