Irene Karas Loeper was born and raised in Vancouver, BC and is the daughter of Andree Karas, the Artistic Director of United Players Theatre Company. Irene's training includes: Circle in the Square in New York, Gastown Actors Studio in Vancouver, and the Vancouver Film School. Irene was last seen playing the role of Daniella in the hit musical "In the Heights" for the Arts Club Theatre Company in Vancouver, BC this past spring, and can now be seen on stage performing the role of Tilly in "Its A Wonderful Life" for the Arts Club Theater Company at the Granville Island Stage till December 26th, 2015.. Irene's recent Film and Television projects include roles on the shows "Impastor", "Continuum", "Motive" and "Package Deal". Irene is well known for her performance of Reno Sweeney in the musical comedy "Anything Goes" for Theatre Under the Stars in Vancouver, BC in which she received an Ovation Award for Outstanding Lead Actress. Irene also performed the role of Pina Lunetti on stage in the hilarious comedy "Mambo Italiano" at the Firehall Arts Centre in Vancouver, BC and Western Canada Theatre in Kamloops, BC. Irene was nominated for an Ovation Award (2011) for Best Supporting Actress for her performance as "Miss Madelaine True" in the La Chuisa version of the musical "The Wild Party". Irene was also nominated for a Jessie Richardson Award (2010) and an Ovation Award (2010) for Best Supporting Actress for her performance as "Mrs Meers" in the musical comedy "Thoroughly Modern Millie". Irene also Produced and Performed in the Web Series "The Acting Class" nominated for a Leo Award for Best Web Series (2011) and "The Staff Room". Irene married the love of her life in 2014 and is enjoying her new home in The Country! Irene is represented by the wonderful Elena Kirschner at Red Management.
