Hi, I'm Melanie.
I'm a Chicago born and bred SAG-AFTRA eligible actor based in Los Angeles.
When I'm not on set, auditioning, or in rehearsal, I'm writing screenplays, teaching acting, coaching actors on their auditions, or directing a show.
For acting, directing or coaching inquiries, reach out below.
Thanks for being here!
REEL
CREDITS
SAG-AFTRAe | EMC
Height: 5'7" | Hair: Blonde | Eyes: Brown
TELEVISION
Chicago Med
Co-Star (Josephine Tucker)
NBC | Anthony Nardolillo
FILM
The West Virginian Starfish
Malady
Goodbye, Janet
Rendezvous in Chicago
Trigonometry's Ultimate Method...
Etude*
Let's Tattoo Our Newborn Baby*
Forever
Compartmentalization Storage Facility
Nicki and Adam
Critical Nexus
Vanguard: Siren
*indicates coming soon
Lead
Lead
Lead
Supporting
Lead - Voice Actor
Lead
Lead
Lead
Lead
Lead
Supporting
Supporting
Hyten Davidson & Tommy Martin, Dir.
Will Schneider, Dir.
Will Schneider, Dir.
Michael Glover Smith, Dir.
April Aquilino, Dir.
Ross Compton, Dir.
Paul Restivo, Dir.
Lydia Smyth, Dir.
Eliaz Rodriguez, Dir.
Kacem Khalife, Dir.
Turf Alexis, Dir.
Matthew Brezina, Dir.
THEATRE
Title X
Digging Up Dessa**
Eb & Belle**
Constellations**
Amicable**
Sunday Evening
Memory Foam
West Side Story
Billy Witch
Good Kids
Great American Trailer Park Musical
Bachelorette
Sunday on the Rocks
*indicates coming soon
**indicates company member
Rachel/Norma/Annie/Kimi
Esther
Cecily
Marianne
Shannon
Jenny
Natalie
Velma
Jenny
Brianna
Lin
Katie
Elly
Artemisia Theatre - Julie Proudfoot, Willow James
Theatre Above the Law** - Tony Lawry
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Rose Valley Theatre - Zlatomir Moldovanski
Paragon Play Fest - Tommy Martin
Cardinal Stage Co. - Randy White
Bloomington Playwrights - Rob Heller
IU Theatre - Jonathan Michaelson
" - Corinne Florentino
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VOICEOVER
Smithsonian Magazine
Meibo Pharmaceuticals
Harris Walz Campaign
DePaul University MFA Animated Films
Roundtable Learning
Indiana University Tech Services
Illinois Fair Tax
EDUCATION & TRAINING
BA Theatre and Drama-Acting
Minors: Dance & TV/Film
Certificate of Acting
Ace Studios Workshops
Next Level - One on One Workshops
Emotional Accessibility Workshop
Feminine Comique - Stand Up Comedy
Virtual Auditioning
Advanced Pro On Camera
Advanced Pro On Camera
Soar Workshop - Elite Acting Program
Shakespeare Acting
Acting for Musical Theatre
Acting for Camera
Audition for Film & TV
Voice
SAFD Combat
Movement
Devising Theatre
Dance: Hip-Hop, Jazz, Modern, Ballet, and Tap
Indiana University - Bloomington, Indiana
Gaeity School of Acting - Dublin, Ireland
Jane Flowers, CSA (LA)
Brian Sutow, CSA (LA)
Alexandra Wright (LA)
Deanna Ortiz (CHI)
AJ Links, CSA (CHI)
Janelle Snow (CHI)
Brittani Ward, CSA (CHI)
Cathy Reinking (ATL)
Henry Woronicz (IN)
Andy Hite (CHI)
Robyn Coffin (CHI)
Sarah Cayce, CSA (CHI)
Melissa Foster (CHI)
Ciarian O'Grady (DUB, Ireland)
Adam McLean (IN), Stephanie Courtney (DUB, Ireland)
Clare Maguire (DUB, Ireland)
SPECIAL SKILLS
Dialects: RP British, Southern, Dublin Irish, Chicagoan, New Yorker
Sports: yoga, running, biking, CrossFit, weight lifting, swimming, volleyball, soccer, canoeing, kayaking
Misc: professionally trained barista, fire-building, cooking, experienced child-care provider, teaching artist, first aid/CPR certified, valid California driver's license, Int. Hip-hop, Modern, Jazz, Ballet, Tap, SAFD Stage Combat/Movement
BIO
Melanie McNulty is an award-nominated actor, writer, director, and acting coach based in Los Angeles. She has appeared in network television and films (Chicago Med (NBC), Rendezvous in Chicago, The West Virginian Starfish, Compartmentalization Storage Facility). As a voice actor, her credits include work for Smithsonian Magazine, Meibo Pharmaceuticals, and the Harris Walz Campaign.
Born in Chicago, Illinois to a second generation Greek-American mother, a Dental Hygienist, and a German-Irish-American father, an actor turned Kitchen + Bath Designer, she got her start in the Windy City as a young actress, working in local indie films, music videos, commercials and plays. One of her first professional jobs, a viral T-Mobile "Home For The Holidays" campaign, got her Taft-Hartley at only 17 years old. She went on to receive a B.A. in Theatre-Acting with minors in Dance and TV/Film from Indiana University-Bloomington and a certificate from the renowned Gaiety School of Acting-The National Theatre School of Ireland in Dublin.
As a seasoned stage performer, McNulty worked extensively in Chicago’s theatre scene, earning critical acclaim for roles in Title X (Artemisia Theatre), Constellations, and Digging Up Dessa (Theatre Above the Law). Her direction was also recognized by Chicago theatre’s prestigious Joseph Jefferson Awards, earning her a nomination for Best Director for Cry It Out (Theatre Above the Law), where she served as a company member from 2020 to 2024.
Beyond performance and directing, McNulty is a sought-after acting coach and teaching artist with over a decade of experience training actors. In addition to private coaching and consulting, she has taught at top institutions including Youth Academy of Dramatic Arts (YADA), Actors Training Center, Skyline Children’s Theater, Dovetail Studios, Emerald City Theatre, and more.
She is represented by Grossman & Jack Talent.
GALLERY
FILM/TV
THEATRE
INSTAGRAM FEED
NEWS
LEARN WITH ME
Actor Coaching + Consulting
Los Angeles, CA + Virtual
Actors + parents of young actors!
Work with me one-on-one or in small groups up to three virtually or in my home studio. I will teach you or your child how to analyze text to serve the story, develop character that's authentic to you, and to find your creative process to build the confidence necessary to nail any audition.
Just need someone to be your reader and film + edit your self tape? I got you.
Want to improve your actor materials? Need a second look at your self tapes, headshots, resume, website, reels, etc.? I consult too.
Actors and parents of actors - do you have questions on how to get started in the biz, get an agent, and all that jazz? I'm here to help!
Available for 30, 45, 60 and 75 minute sessions. Click the button below to inquire about pricing and services. Let's get working!
PREVIOUS WORK INCLUDES
Actors Training Center
Wilmette, IL
On camera acting can be a challenge for the young actor whose instinct is to “show” instead of “tell” when what casting is looking for is for actors to bring their authentic self to the work.
Actors Training Center in Wilmette gives a practical approach that will help students gain the confidence to say, “I am enough.” Train in ATC's professional studio, getting in front of the camera each week with commercial and film/TV copy and receive adjustments and notes after watching playback.
You can also coach with me for auditions or private lessons out of ATC's space. Reach out for more info!
Skyline Children's Theater
Chicago, IL
A unique theatre experience where students meet new people, develop interpersonal skills, build confidence, and enhance self-esteem while creatively challenging their bodies, voices and hearts.
Offerings include Junior shows, showcases, classes and workshops for K-8th grade students at the Greenhouse Theater in Lincoln Park.
All students involved will perform at the Greenhouse Theater Center in Lincoln Park!
COACHING TESTIMONIALS
CONTACT
REPRESENTATION
Grossman & Jack Talent
40 E Huron St #7C
Chicago, IL 60611
(312) 587-1155
On-Camera:
Robert Schneider
Heather Olofson
Risa Rubin
Voiceover:
Susan Farlik Carlson
Vanessa Lanier