Kalisa Wade was born in the small town of Moore Oklahoma. She participated in the Theatre, Latin club, and Writing classes before moving to Dallas for College. She graduated from Southern Methodist University with a BA in Film/ TV and a minor in theatre. After graduating, Kalisa continued training in acting on screen and for theatre. She has also freelanced on numerous sets as a 1st AC, 1st AD, PC, and PA. She continues to pursue her goals of acting, screen-writing, directing, camera work and editing.