Gayla Simmons (TSA Trainer) In her 3 years with Under Siege Enterprises Gayla has been a part of almost every production, from actor, costumer and props master to stage crew and usher. Most recently, she was seen as "Tina" in January's sold-out run of "Murder at the HOA". A Connecticut native with a 30-year career in Early Childhood Education and Childcare, Gayla has cultivated a dynamic artistic life as a historical reenactor, professional "Mrs. Claus", costume designing for non-profit youth theatre, and 40+ years of jazz and tap dancing. She proudly raised her two children with an appreciation for the arts, with her youngest now performing professionally.