Carla Haynes

Carla’s approach to teaching is warm, encouraging, and supportive. She likes to create a very fun, stress-free, and non-judgemental environment in her classroom. It’s a space where the stakes are low, and you can try new things safely, knowing that whatever happens is okay.   

Carla has featured in some of Improv Queensland’s biggest shows including Heartfelt High at the Brisbane Comedy Festival and Murder at the Bowlo for the Anywhere Festival. Carla is also a working actor, and has appeared in numerous television commercials, including advertising campaigns for Compare the Market, Suncorp, Domino’s, Geeks 2U, Youfoodz, and Lendlease, among others.

Reviews

LOVE LIES BLEEDING “Carla Haynes shone as Lia, embodying patience and tenderness even in the face of immense pressure and sadness. Her portrayal as Alex’s fourth (and current) wife struck a balance between unshakable devotion and emotional unravelling, with her caring nature teetering on the edge of obsession.” - Stage Buzz Brisbane

“Carla Haynes from the moment we see her is captivating.  Haynes has an amazing stage presence and the way she holds herself and uses stillness allows for a performance that is just beautiful to watch…Haynes is both devastating and stoic and I really look forward to seeing what is next for this performer.” - Susan O’Toole Cridland

“Carla intrigues as the passionate Lia” - Stage Whispers “...the performances by Carla Haynes and Helen Howard were so jawdroppingly, heartbreakingly, raw.” - Wayne McPhee (audience review) DANCE NATION “...Carla Haynes beautifully embodies the innocence and vulnerability of youth. Her monologue imagining two versions of losing her virginity is tender, captivating, and appropriately disturbing.” - The Scoop “Carla Haynes is the standout for me” - Creative Futures Photography