Melanie Stang is a Western New York–based performer, vocalist, teaching artist, and creative producer with a lifelong passion for storytelling through theatre, music, television, and film. With a career that spans professional theatre, live music performance, arts education, and event production, Melanie brings authenticity, warmth, humor, and emotional depth to every project she joins.

A graduate of SUNY New Paltz with a degree in Theatre Arts, Melanie has performed on stages across New York and around the country. Her theatre credits include productions with O’Connell & Company, Lancaster Opera House, Theatre of Youth, and Starring Buffalo. Favorite roles include Mama Bear in Shrek, the Musical, Belinda Sue in Once in My Lifetime: A Buffalo Football Fantasy, Richard Henry Lee in 1776, & Ernestina Money in Hello, Dolly! & 

In addition to theatre, Melanie was the lead singer and guitarist of the NYC-based touring band The Shells, performing at venues across the country and opening for nationally known artists. Her background in live performance has shaped her into a versatile performer comfortable in front of audiences large and small, whether on stage, on camera, or behind a microphone.

Melanie is also the founder and former Artistic Director of MEL’s School of Music & Theatre, an award-winning arts education program that impacted hundreds of young performers and families throughout Western New York. Through her work as a director, educator, and mentor, she became known for cultivating confidence, creativity, and professionalism in young artists.

Now expanding further into film, television, commercial, and voice-over work, Melanie brings a relatable, grounded presence paired with strong comedic timing, emotional honesty, and years of performance experience. She is especially drawn to projects centered around family dynamics, heartfelt storytelling, comedy, strong women, and music-driven narratives.

Performing alongside Melanie are her three daughters, a vibrant trio of young performers who share her love of theatre, music, dance, and storytelling. Growing up immersed in the arts, the girls have developed natural stage presence, confidence, and charisma well beyond their years. Together, they bring an authentic family dynamic that translates beautifully to theatre, television, commercials, voice-over work, and family-centered media projects.

Whether performing independently or as a family, Melanie and her daughters bring heart, energy, professionalism, and genuine connection to every opportunity.