“She sings with the power and pain of Judy Garland, the sophistication of Barbra Streisand and the humour and warmth of Judy Holliday.“
– Gary Smith, Sit Back And Enjoy As World Goes Round – The Hamilton Spectator (2011)
An accomplished vocalist, Lyla has belted out anthems at sports arenas, recorded in studio with local area musicians, performed numerous musical theatre roles, added her voice to several choirs, and has showcased her unique vocal talents as a soloist in countless venues throughout Southern Ontario. The Hamilton Spectator’s Theatre Critic, Gary Smith, named her one of the Top Theatre Performers of 2014 for her one woman cabaret show, Songs For A 40th Birthday. Lyla’s theatrical talents have been showcased in front of and behind the footlights with The Confidential Musical Theatre Project, Daycar Productions, Drury Lane Theatricals, HammerTheatre, The HamilTEN Festival, Hamilton Theatre Inc., Mixed Theatre, The Peninsula Players, Piccadilly Circus, The Players’ Guild of Hamilton, The Staircase, Stoney Creek Little Theatre, Theatre Ancaster, Theatre Aquarius, and Unveiled Productions.
“Lyla Miklos is divine as no-nonsense Marilla Cuthbert . . . Miklos’ powerful soprano is truly something to behold“.
– Amanda Cosby-Nesbitt, HTI’S Anne of Green Gables The Musical is a Whimsical Delight for All Ages.” – Steel City Reviews (2026)
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LYLA LIVE
What: Anne of Green Gables – The Musical
When: February 13 to March 1, 2026
Where: Hamilton Theatre Inc. – 140 MacNab St N, Hamilton, ON, L8R 2M3
Details: Based on the beloved novel by L.M. Montgomery, Anne of Green Gables – The Musical follows the precocious and imaginative Anne Shirley as she captures the hearts and minds of her newfound family and neighbors in the small farming community of Avonlea – simply by virtue of her own pluck and personality. This original, glorious adaptation – now firmly embedded in Canadian national culture and musical theatre canon – continues to enrapture audiences around the world with its rich score and a rare, affecting story for all ages.
Website: https://hamiltontheatre.com/anne/
What: Fashion Battle hosted by Lady Gray
When: February 17, 2026
Where: Ooey Gooeys – 107 George St, Hamilton, ON, L8P 1E3
Details: Calling all Fashion Divas. Hamilton is full of talented artists, designers and creators . 3 outfits/designs/creations per artist. Audience decides the winners. Winners get to take part in Hamilton’s 1st Anti Fashion Event on March 27th at the coolest underground club in the city the Gaba Gaba Gool club. PWYC.
Website: https://www.ooeygooeys.ca/#calendar-b77eda5a-caac-4a01-bcca-78a12243a077-event-2db2379b-ca3f-444b-aa4a-a1b8213238ef
What: Oscars at The Westdale
When: Sunday, March 15, 2026
Where: The Westdale – 1014 King St W, Hamilton, ON
Details: Watch the most exciting night in Hollywood on the big screen in our glorious Art Deco theatre. Dress to impress in red-carpet fashion or inspired by your favourite nominated movie. Everyone is welcome, so dressing up is optional! Hosted once again by Lyla Miklos, this Oscar party will have everything: drinks, theatre snacks, trivia, prizes, a best-dressed contest, a photobooth, an excellent old-fashioned Oscar prediction pool, and of course, a live screening of the awards. Doors open at 5:30pm, and The Oscars start at 7:00pm. So come early and fill out your predictions ballot ($5 to enter the prediction pool), enjoy a cocktail, watch the red carpet and show off your look. The best-dressed contest will be judged at 6:30pm, and we are looking for red carpet looks or costumes that are inspired by your favourite nominated films – think Marty from Marty Supreme, or a look inspired by Sinners!
Website: https://www.thewestdale.ca/event/the-oscars-viewing-party-2/
