Carryl graduated from Mountview’s BA Musical Theatre course in 2001. During her third year she was cast in the National Theatre’s revival of My Fair Lady, directed by Trevor Nunn, which then transferred to the West End. After several years performing in West End musicals, including being an original cast member of Our House, she made the transition into television, joining Channel 5’s soap Family Affairs for three years, where she received British Soap and Screen Nation award nominations.
Carryl subsequently joined the cast of The Sarah Jane Adventures for Doctor Who Productions, and made guest appearances in Holby City. She also created the role of Keisha in the world premiere of Flashdance, directed by Tony Award-winning Kenny Leon and choreographed by Arlene Phillips. Most recently Carryl appeared in Silent Witness alongside two of her four sons, and is a recurring character in ITV’s Emmerdale.
Alongside performing, Carryl has been teaching within the arts for many years, including directing, choreographing and coaching young working actors.