Melissa Rain Anderson is a New York based Director, Actor and Acting Coach. Melissa directs in New York City and regionally, specializing in musicals. Her Acting credits include Network TV, National Tours, Off-Broadway, Regional, and Voice Over Work, as well as several cast recordings. She teaches Master Classes regularly with emphasis on Musical Theater, Audition Technique and Acting through song. Melissa coaches acting privately in Midtown Manhattan.
Current Work:
Recent Work:
Upcoming:
A Christmas Carol at Geva Theatre Center
(Mrs. Cratchit / Mrs. Fezziwig)
Director/Adapter by Mark Cuddy
Music and Lyrics by Gregg Coffin
Geva Theatre Center, Rochester, NY
Performances: Nov 26 – Dec 27
The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
(Director/Choreographer)
Music and Lyrics by William Finn
Book by Rachael Sheinkin
Geva Theatre Center, Rochester, NY
Performances: July 9 - July 27
Reviews:
- “Quirky, odd, funny, fresh.... remains fluid under the direction and choreography of Melissa Rain Anderson.”
— Marcia Morphy, Democrat and Chronicle - “Melissa Rain Anderson's direction and choreography make the whole thing look easy as pie ...These talented performers move like lightning and land every joke.”
— David Raymond, City Newspaper - “…director and choreographer Melissa Rain Anderson creates with her eye for childlike wonder.”
— Marisa Caruso, NY Theatre Guide
Media:
B-roll and Interview with Tess DeFlyer (Olive) and Paul Urriola (Barfee)
Recent Work:
The Marvelous Wonderettes: Caps and Gowns
(Director/Choreographer)
A Brand New Chapter in the Wonderettes story!
Written and created by Roger Bean
Oregon Cabaret Theatre, Ashland, OR
Performances: April 9 - May 25, 2014
The Marvelous Wonderettes: Caps and Gowns
(Director/Choreographer)
A Brand New Chapter in the Wonderettes story!
Created and Originally Directed by Ted Swindley
Stages Repertory Theatre, Houston, TX