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BIO

MELESSIE CLARK is thrilled to be making her off-Broadway debut! She was recently seen in the Grio Trio in the world premiere of Goddess at Berkeley Repertory Theatre and Risa in Pittsburgh Public’s Two Trains Running. Other credits: PCLO’s The Wizard of Oz, Grease, Rock of Ages and Pittsburgh Public Theater’s Little Shop of Horrors, School Girls; Or, the African Mean Girls Play. TV/film credits: “Archive 81” on Netflix and Anything’s Possible directed by Billy Porter on Amazon Prime.

STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2024
Ensemble

[Off-Broadway]
Second Stage and Vineyard Theater Off-Broadway Premiere Production, 2023
Performer (Understudy)


News


Nick Rashad Burroughs, Amber Iman & More to Star in GODDESS at The Public Theater

The Public Theater has revealed the initial cast for the upcoming musical GODDESS. After a world premiere at Berkeley Repertory Theatre, GODDESS will make its debut in New York. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
THE WICKHAMS: CHRISTMAS AT PEMBERLEY Announced At City Theatre

City Theatre has announced the second subscription season show of the 2024/2025 season, a delightful companion piece to last season’s Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberly—The Wickhams: Christmas at Pemberley by Lauren Gunderson and Margot Melcon.
Mike McGowan and Sierra Boggess To Lead THE FIELDS OF AMBROSIA Industry Readings

THE FIELDS OF AMBROSIA will have industry readings in NYC on October 17 and 18, featuring a cast led by Mike McGowan and Sierra Boggess.
Review: A MOON FOR THE MISBEGOTTEN Drops Jaws, Bombshells at Quantum Theatre

Swerving between low comedy and high tragedy, this outdoor O'Neill drama stuns and swelters, even on cool nights.
Review: THE COLOR PURPLE Brings All the Feels at Pittsburgh CLO

As a literature major, part of me has always found it unbelievable that tight, two-hour adaptations of Alice Walker's The Color Purple have been so successful. The novel is sprawling, complex and dense, with an epistolary structure not unlike the similarly tricky-to-adapt Dracula. Nonetheless, my structural cynicism is always proved wrong.
Pittsburgh CLO Announces Casting for THE COLOR PURPLE Beginning This Month At The Benedum Center

Pittsburgh CLO has announced the full cast and creative team for THE COLOR PURPLE, running June 25 - 30, 2024, at the Benedum Center.
Review Roundup: Tituss Burgess' THE PREACHER'S WIFE World Premiere

The reviews are starting to roll in for The Alliance Theatre's world premiere musical, THE PREACHER’S WIFE, inspired by the 1996 film of the same name
Photos: First Look at Amber Riley & More in THE PREACHER'S WIFE World Premiere

Get a first look at photos of The Preacher's Wife at Alliance Theatre! Learn how to purchase tickets.
A SIGN OF THE TIMES' Justin Matthew Sargent Takes Over Our Instagram Today

Follow along on our Instagram story as Justin Matthew Sargent takes you behind the scenes of A Sign of the Times, currently running New World Stages.
Video: Amber Riley and Akron Lanier Watson Perform 'It Ain't That Serious' From THE PREACHER'S WIFE

Get a first look at Amber Riley and Akron Lanier Watson performing the song 'It Ain't That Serious' from the new musical THE PREACHER'S WIFE during the sneak-peek, preview event 'Behind the Musical' that took place on April 17. Check out the video here!
Video: Loretta Devine Sings 'That's What She Said' from THE PREACHER'S WIFE

Get a first listen to That's What She Said' from the new musical The Preacher's Wife performed by Loretta Devine in an all-new video from Alliance Theatre. Inspired by the 1996 film, The Preacher's Wife is a celebration of community, family, and the power of faith.
A SIGN OF THE TIMES' Justin Matthew Sargent Takes Over Our Instagram Today

Follow along on our Instagram story as Justin Matthew Sargent takes you behind the scenes of A Sign of the Times, currently running New World Stages.
Video: Get a First Look at A SIGN OF THE TIMES at New World Stages

Get a first look at footage of A Sign of the Times, now playing Off-Broadway at New World Stages. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
Loretta Devine, Amber Riley & More to Star in THE PREACHER'S WIFE World Premiere

The Alliance Theatre has revealed the cast and creative team of its world premiere musical, THE PREACHER’S WIFE. See who is starring and on the creative team along with ticketing information and more.
A SIGN OF THE TIMES to Offer $19.65 Limited-Time In-Person Rush Tickets

Limited-time, in-person rush tickets are now available for A Sign of the Times. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Photos: Inside Opening Night of A SIGN OF THE TIMES

Check out photos from inside opening night of the new musical A Sign of the Times, running off-Broadway at New World Stages.
Review Roundup: A SIGN OF THE TIMES Opens At New World Stages

Head back in time to the 1960s with the new musical A Sign of the Times, which has officially opened at New World Stages. See what the critics had to say about this new Off-Broadway jukebox musical!
Video: Travel Back to the 60s in Rehearsal for A SIGN OF THE TIMES

In this video, watch as the company of A Sign of the Times meets the press and gives a special sneak peek in rehearsals!
Photos: First Look at Chilina Kennedy and More in A SIGN OF THE TIMES

 All new photos have been released from A Sign of the Times, a new musical featuring the songs of Petula Clark, Lesley Gore, Dusty Springfield, and more! Check out the photos here!
Photos: Go Inside Rehearsals for 60s Musical A SIGN OF THE TIMES

Rehearsals are now underway for A Sign of the Times, a new musical featuring the songs of Petula Clark, Lesley Gore, Dusty Springfield, and other classic pop hits of the 1960s. BroadwayWorld is taking you behind the scenes with the cast below!

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