Hi, I'm Melanie.
I'm a Chicago-based actor, writer, director and acting teacher. When I'm not on set or rehearsal, I'm in class, writing screenplays, or coaching actors.
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REEL
CREDITS
IMDb | SAG-AFTRAe | EMC
Height: 5'7" | Hair: Blonde | Eyes: Brown
FILM
Rendezvous in Chicago
Let's Tattoo Our Newborn Baby*
The West Virginian Starfish
Malady
Goodbye, Janet
Forever
Compartmentalization Storage Facility
Nicki and Adam
Critical Nexus
Vanguard: Siren
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Supporting
Lead
Lead
Lead
Lead
Lead
Lead
Lead
Supporting
Supporting
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Michael Glover Smith, Dir.
Paul Restivo, Dir.
Hyten Davidson & Tommy Martin, Dir.
Will Schneider, Dir.
Will Schneider, Dir.
Lydia Smyth, Dir.
Eliaz Rodriguez, Dir.
Kacem Khalife, Dir.
Turf Alexis, Dir.
Matthew Brezina, Dir.
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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
Vagina Monologues
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Rachel/Norma/Annie/Kimi
Esther
Cecily
Marianne
Shannon
Jenny
Natalie
Velma
Jenny
Brianna
Lin
Katie
Elly
Ensemble
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
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VOICEOVER
DePaul University Animation Projects 2022, 2023
Roundtable Learning
Always Learning - Indiana University Tech Services
Vote Yes for Fairness - Illinois Fair Tax
EDUCATION & TRAINING
BA Theatre and Drama-Acting
Minors: Dance & TV/Film
Certificate of Acting
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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
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Devising Theatre​​
Dance: Hip-Hop, Jazz, Modern, Ballet, and Tap
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Indiana University​ - Bloomington, Indiana
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Gaeity School of Acting - Dublin, Ireland
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Alexandra Wright (LA)
Deanna Ortiz (CHI)
AJ Links (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)
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SPECIAL SKILLS
Dialects: RP British, Southern, Dublin Irish, Chicagoan, New Yorker
GALLERY
FILM/TV
THEATRE
INSTAGRAM FEED
NEWS
CONTACT
REPRESENTATION
Grossman & Jack Talent
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(312) 587-1155
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213 West Institute Place, Suite 306
Chicago, IL 60610
LEARN WITH ME
Actor Coaching + Consulting
Actors + parents of young actors! Work with me one-on-one or in small groups up to three on Zoom 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.
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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.
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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. Fill out my contact form above to inquire about pricing and services.
Youth On Camera Acting
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!
Children's Musical Theatre
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!