Born and Raised in Los Angeles, CA -- second-generation native -- Viki developed a love of singing and performing at an early age. Her grandparents were vaudeville singers on the Orpheum Circuit in the 1930s -- her grandfather even taught voice lessons to Molly Brown -- and Viki grew up on Nana's tales of life on the stage. Small wonder, then, that she eventually threw herself into performing full time.
Viki's first leading role was as Lady Larken in Once Upon a Mattress (where she met her husband, Sean, who was playing the Minstrel), which was quickly followed by Maria in The Sound of Music and Lily in The Secret Garden. In addition to theater, Viki began singing at a number of churches and as a soloist for Forest Lawn. She is currently in demand as a Catholic cantor, singing the Mass in English and in Spanish.
Viki is a regular member of the Mysteries to Dine For ensemble, with roles designed specifically with her in mind. The improvisational nature of the performing and the intimate connection to the audience led Viki to create her own solo act, which she now performs at parties, corporate functions and other events.
Mysteries to Dine For also led to Viki's involvement with that company's non-profit arm, LA Troupe Theatre-in-Education. This group brings classical theater -- particularly Shakespeare -- to young audiences. Without "dumbing down" Shakespeare's original text, the group makes the plays approachable and enjoyable for students at every grade level. Viki plays the roles of Titania/Hermia/Snug in A Midsummer Night's Dream, and the Nurse in Romeo and Juliet. She also performs in the company's fire safety shows for grades K-3.
Through mutual friends, Viki became involved with the independent film company Biscuits & Gravy Productions. She has appeared in six of their films, including both of their "Best of LA" selections or the 48-Hour Film Project, and has been a featured vocalist in several of their soundtracks.
Instantly likable, yet a relentless perfectionist in her preparation, Viki brings a relaxed professional attitude to all of her work. Viki continues to broaden the scope of her performing, including voiceover work, studio recording, and expanding her acting in theater and film.
But, perhaps inspired by Nana's stories, Viki's first love will always be singing for a live audience.