
TalentGrace Melon
Union: Non-Union |
Height: 5'0" |
Hair: Red |
Eyes: Brown
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Grace is a dedicated and passionate actress. She has been in various plays, musicals, commercials and industrials. Her favorite performances include Sketchbook-2011 at Chopin Theatre, Arizona Lady at Stage 773 and The Copperhead at City Lit Theatre. Grace has also been cast in numerous commercials and industrials for companies such as Walmart, Blockbuster, and Master Lock.
She has trained with some of the most prestigious people in Chicago theatre such as Erica Daniels of Steppenwolf, Adam Belcuoure of Goodman and Bob Mason of the Chicago Shakespeare. Grace's training also includes Goodman Theatre, Acting Studios, and Second City. Additionally, Grace takes private acting lessons with the Jeff-award winning Janet Ulrich Brooks.
Directors and coaches have often commented on Grace's ease in taking direction and her ability to capture the subtleties and nuances of her roles. Regarding her performance in The Copperhead, the Chicago Tribune noted that her portrayal of Sue Perley had "just the right amount of droll topspin."
Grace has been acting since she was six years old. Her life experiences of being a leukemia survivor and having an autistic brother has given her an emotional depth that is far beyond her years. These experiences have allowed her a tremendous range from which to draw upon in her acting.Grace also has a terrific sense of humor and has a great zest for living.
From comedy to drama, Grace is an extremely disciplined yet lively professional.