in the press
FEATURE: BROADWAY PODCAST NETWORK
#31 – MIKAYLA PETRILLA: JUST A DAMN GOOD PERSON
”Heather and Alan really enjoyed this conversation. It’s a beautiful reminder that there are lots of ways to solve a problem, get what you deeply desire and be a damn good person in the process. Mikayla’s self awareness is inspiring. “
BEHIND THE SCENES: NFT WEEK + STEVE AOKI
“Perhaps one of the most exciting aspects of the Goblintown event was the performance of some of Broadway’s biggest stars, Jay Armstrong Johnson (Phantom of the Opera, On the Town, Quantico) and Mikayla Petrilla (Sleep No More, Saturday Night Live alongside Steve Aoki.
FEATURE: MIKAYLA PLAYS MISS SHIELDS IN A CHRISTMAS STORY
“In A Christmas Story, Mikayla plays Miss Shields, the seemingly stereotypical 1940s educator who transforms into a dynamic, show stopping, brassy belter and tapper in Ralphie's fantasy scenes.”
REVIEW: SPIRIT OF THE 60s
“My favorite numbers featuring Mikayla Petrilla are "Piece of My Heart," and "These Boots are Made For Walkin'"…brings justice to every song they perform.” - Sean Fallon
DECADES IN CONCERT: SOUNDS OF THE 70S
Bridgeport’s Downtown Cabaret Theatre unveils world premiere of ‘Decades in Concert: The Sounds of the Seventies’ after a sold-out preview weekend.
REVIEW: DECADES IN CONCERT - THE 80s
“Conjuring up fond memories of a bygone era, vocalist Mikayla Petrilla comes to the Downtown Cabaret Theatre with a distinctive look, a distinctive style and a welcoming confidence that pulls an audience in, the moment she starts to sing.
It's a performance of bold colors and kinetic dash and swing, fueled by dynamic vocals and accent which she dispenses with animation, personality, punk defiance and illuminating anthem-like lament.” - Jim Ruocco
CHELSEA TABLE + STAGE PRESENTS: SO THIS IS LOVE
“Join Mikayla Petrilla in an evening of hilarious and heartfelt songs and stories of what it truly means to experience love.”
ROCKWOOD MUSIC HALL: MIKAYLA PETRILLA PRESENTS THE VIOLET HOUR
A cheeky musical variety hour hosted by Mikayla Petrilla and featuring some of NYCs most captivating performers, THE VIOLET HOUR invites you to delight in dusk with a strikingly modern yet nostalgic homage to rock/pop anthems of the 60s thru 2000s.
FEATURE: BROADWAY BULLETIN PODCAST
“On this new Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed producer/host/actress, Mikayla Petrilla. We talked about her recent non-profit work, especially at 54 Below with Planned Parenthood, and discussed her upcoming show at the venue, 54 Below Sings for Post Modern Jukebox. We also shared insight on her role in the theatre and learned some incredible theatre memories! This was a truly amazing conversation that can only be beaten by her upcoming show.”
PLAYBILL.COM FEATURE:
Jelani Remy and Teal Wicks Star in Planned Parenthood Benefit Concert Hosted by Mikayla Petrilla.
FIRST LOOK: LISA LAMPENELLI’S BIG FAT FAILURE
“If at first you don't succeed, it's OK. That's the message of a new cabaret show created by entertainer Lisa Lampanelli and her cast, Cassie Carroll, Bobby Henry, Robert Peterpaul and Mikayla Petrilla.”
REVIEW: THE PRINCESS AND THE FROG
“Actress Mikayla Petrilla brings refreshingly new talent…It was particularly impressive to see that Mikayla Petrilla's stage chemistry was just as tight with the other cast members as their stage chemistry is with each other, making her a very welcome addition onstage to the Downtown Cabaret Children's Theatre, since even as a newcomer, she fits right in with a group of cast members who have previously been acting together for a long time.” - Sean Fallon
FDU ALUMNI FEATURE:
“Singing her heart out in new york city": Mikayla Petrilla, BA’15 (Flor), has put her talent to good use both on and off the stage in New York City.
ABC NEWS:
ABC News: Celebrate love, a (re) wedding at lincoln center
POINTE MAGAZINE
“Owner and studio director of Gramercy Pilates Ernie Fossa and instructor Mikayla Petrilla discussed the ways in which a Pilates certification can supplement a dancer’s career, as well as the crucial role that cross-training plays in staying injury-free”
PHOTOS: 54 BELOW SINGS FOR PLANNED PARENTHOOD
Photos by Stephen Mosher. “For the Monday night performance, the lineup included (in order of appearance) Mikayla Petrilla, Allie Trimm, Rob Peterpaul, Sarah Steele, Everton Ricketts, Taylor Iman Jones, Saige Noelle Bryan, Jelani Remy, Mary Kate Moore, and T. Oliver Reid.