She received her BA (Hons) Degree in Drama and Theatre Studies from Middlesex University (London, UK). Melissa’s work has been recognized in regional awards including Best Director, Best Adapted Script, and Best Choreographer. Her directing credits include Urinetown, Godspell, Romeo and Juliet (won 9 regional awards out of 11 nominations), Oleanna, All in the Timing, and We. Her favorite past acting roles include Narrator from Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, and Jenny from Threepenny Opera. She is currently the Artistic Director for the Durham Savoyards. Melissa is proud to serve as the Director of Operations for CHSMA.