Keleigh Klarke

Born in Texas and now residing in Memphis, TN, Kelly McDaniel has been creating the illusion of "Keleigh Klarke" for the past 9 years. In that time I have had the opportunity to perform for numerous audiences all over the Mid-South area and surrounding states. In the past three years I have been able to branch out more and more and perform at several well known venues such as:

The Memphis Botanic Gardens
The Memphis Zoo
The Brooks Museum of Art
The Bartlett Performing Arts Center
and
Arkansas State University

It means a great deal to me to be ablt to bring my art form to many different people who may not normally take the chance to enjoy it because of closed mindedness. I take such pride in watching them loosen up and become a part of the show and seeing them applaud, tip, and leave with a smile. Some of the clubs I have had the honor of working with in the past years are:

J-Wags (R.I.P.)
Metro Memphis
Crossroads
Backstreet Memphis
Casablanca
The Phoenix
and
Senses

I have cut back on much of my performace schedule in the past 3 years though to devote more time to my partner Nick and to running our Special Events company. Recently though I have accepted a part time position with Backstreet Memphis. I perform regularly there at least once a month; sometimes more. I am also involved activily in the pageant seen in Memphis; not however as a contestant but as a judge. I have not entered any pageants but have served on several judges panels in the past few years; many times as head judge. I truly enjoy the judgeing aspect of pageants and seeing what the competitors are going to bring to the table each contest.

You can check me out every third Saturday of the month at Backstreet Memphis at 2018 Court St. Memphs, TN 38104. If you happen to be in the Memphis area then "Come on up and see me sometime".