About Me

Hey! I’m Vivian, and I’m from the small town of Winterset, Iowa, but I jumped over state lines to South Dakota to get my degree in Musical Theatre and Dance. You can attribute my career choice to the night I watched Les Mis on tour as a 14-year-old and sobbed my face off. I’m primarily a performer, but I’ve dabbled in choreography, directing, hair & makeup designing and teaching as well, so I’m the whole package!

I’ve been the life of the party since birth, and I love making new friends. I’m always down for a good movie, and I enjoy playing board games, trying new foods and listening to a LOT of Green Day. I’ve been Catholic all my life, but I really began to embrace my Faith last year, and I strive to find like-minded people in the industry. In fact, if I wasn’t an actor, I’d be a missionary. No matter what I do though, I always aim to lead with humor and love. Shout out to my brilliant family for forming me well!

Click on the button to see my resume, and check out my home page to see what I’m up to now. Rock on!

Photo: Raimondo Genna

Reviews & Accolades

  • Vivian Klein as Shelley Parker... has the hardest part in that the transitions for her do not seem to have the scripted nuances for all of those changes. Her vocal abilities are strong and she presents an energetic, passionate presence on stage.

    “BroadwayWorld Review: Bat Boy: The Musical, USD Department of Theatre” by Sonja Niles (Photo: Raimondo Genna)

  • Musical Theatre Singing Finalist, Region V

    Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival (Photo: Raimondo Genna)

  • Vivian Klein... did an amazing job bringing Lucy Van Pelt to life. I could see her... determination to get what she wants from the top of the show, but later in the show was able to give Lucy... a very heartfelt moment.

    “Review: YOU’RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN at Des Moines Young Artists’ Theatre: Happiness Is…” by D.C. Felton (Photo: Brandon James Photography)