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When September Ends…

It’s that time of year when we bring out the hoodies, start apple picking and sipping on Pumpkin Spice Lattes.

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Before the summer shorts get packed up, and the boots get laced up, I just want to say how grateful I am for a busy end to the summer. You may have seen on social media that I was recently in London, ON working on the Canadian Country Music Association Awards. You may have also seen my face again this year (enjoying some #breakfastbeer bottom right)…

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Or my name…

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From Country Music to Hockey, I then got to work with an amazing supportive team at World Cup of Hockey Fan Village! What a great way to end the summer! I can’t wait to see what will happen next with this crisp autumn weather, as auditions are already starting to roll in. Stay tuned here, or follow me on Instagram, twitter and Facebook. Links on my contact page!

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Cheers, Melissa

 

 

 

 

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Dirty Thirty

Jenna: Look at this. [reads from magazine] “Thirty and flirty and thriving. Why the thirties are the best years of your life.” I wanna be thirty.
Mom: [chuckles] Well, you will be, honey.
-(13 Going on 30) Courtesy of Movie Quote DB

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These past 29 years have gone by so fast, and now 30 is here. I am so grateful for the opportunities that I’ve had, the adventures I’ve experienced and the journey that I’m on. I cant wait to see what 30 has in store! I’m ready to enjoy being thirty, flirty and thriving!

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Photos courtesy of KVDV Photography!

Cheers,
Melissa

 

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#ThrowbackThursday

Happy Throwback Thursday to the time I got to appear on Daytime Television to promote the play “The Sunshine Boys”! It was so much fun being interviewed at Rogers TV, and advertising for local community theatre.

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So far it’s been a busy season filled with lots of auditions and callbacks, and it’s just about to get busier! Summer is as hot as ever and festivals are everywhere! I hope you’ve had a chance to check out some local artists lately. I did this past weekend at ‘Taste of the Danforth’ in Toronto. And I definitely took the opportunity to enjoy one of my favorite activities – eating!

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For the upcoming weekend, here are some inspirational words…

“Just because Fate doesn’t deal you the right cards, it doesn’t mean you should give up. It just means you have to play the cards you get to their maximum potential.” – Les Brown

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Thanks to KVDV Photography for the photos! To view more check out http://www.kvdvphotography.com/!

Cheers!
Melissa

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Oh Canada

Happy Birthday Canada!

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Hope you are all enjoying the day celebrating our amazing country! Happy Canada Day! Photos courtesy of KVDV Photography!

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This summer is off to a great start filled with lots of auditions, and even some call backs! I was also recently on set for a short film called “Women Not Permitted”. Here is a selfie of my makeup and costume for the shoot!

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Hopefully some more good news to follow soon!

Cheers,
Melissa

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Our Review

“Goodbye…Goodbye…” The last lines are spoken. And as the set is removed and the props are packed up, I want to take this moment to thank the entire cast and crew for such a memorable experience. As the wig comes off, and the corset is put away, I know I will miss this fun and entertaining character. Well done to everyone and thanks so much to all those who came out to support the show!

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If you missed it, feel free to check out this amazing review from ‘Mooney on Theatre’: http://www.mooneyontheatre.com/2016/05/07/review-shakespeare-in-hollywood-amicus-productions/#more-32624. “Melissa Verwey, as Lydia Lansing, was darling and hilarious. She definitely encapsulated “the vamp” archetype of the character and all of the aspects that go along with it”. Thank you so much for the lovely words.

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And as Lydia would say, on to our next Shakespearean picture… “War and Peace”!

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Cheers,
Melissa

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“Get To Know The Cast”

In just a few days the curtain will open at Papermill Theatre for “Shakespeare in Hollywood”. Tickets are selling very fast so be sure to purchase them soon (at https://amicusproductions.wordpress.com/boxoffice/)! Come see me as Lydia Lansing! More photos to be posted in the near future, but in the meantime check out my answers in their “Get To Know The Cast” special:

“SHAKESPEARE IN HOLLYWOOD : April 28th – May 7th at The Papermill Theatre
GET TO KNOW THE CAST: Jean Muir played Helena in the 1935 ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’ and Melissa Verwey plays the role in our production.

Q: Who would play you in the movie of your life?
A: I would ask the lovely and talented Melissa Rauch to play me in the movie of my life. I think she could do a complimentary portrayal of my quirky attributes, positive bubbly attitude, sarcastic jokes and self-proclaimed comedic chops. The movie would simply be called “Melissa; The Red Haired Actress With Two Colours In One Eye” because there are not many of those out there that I know of.

Q: What is your favourite Shakespeare play? Why?
A: My favourite Shakespearean play is ‘Romeo and Juliet’. I will always be drawn to my first studied play by Shakespeare. The story of the star crossed lovers, fate and true love, has also had an impact in my heart. Also, the movie starring Academy Award winner Leonardo DiCaprio doesn’t hurt. But really, with so many brilliant works by Shakespeare, how can one really decipher a favourite?

Q: Jean Muir taught drama at Stephen’s College in Missouri. Who was/is your favourite teacher (drama)? Why?
A: As general or vague as this may seem, I feel I have been fortunate enough to have many educators throughout my career thus far. Through various productions I am constantly observing and learning from many brilliant actors and directors. Some of which have been so generous enough to offer me tips and teach me lessons to take with me to my next performance. Each of them adding a new layer to my craft. However the most recent classes I’ve taken with Sears & Switzer, and Ron Leach (Audition Dynamics) have been so invaluable, taking my abilities to a whole new level and hopefully influencing my career.”

To find out more about the cast and crew members, check out: https://amicusproductions.wordpress.com/2015-16-season/shakespeare-in-hollywood/cast-creative-and-crew/!

Below is a photo taken during their publicity shoot!

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And just a little something special… My fortune from dinner this weekend…

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Cheers,

Melissa

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With Shakespeare & Hollywood

I have been cast in a show! If you are looking for something to do the last weekend of April or the first weekend in May, come check out “Shakespeare in Hollywood” by Ken Ludwig at Papermill Theatre, presented by Amicus Productions.

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You can get tickets here: www.amicustickets.ca.

Some information about this entertaining comedy…”Let’s go back to Hollywood’s Golden Age in 1935 to visit Warner Brothers’ set of A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Through some theatrical miracle Oberon and Puck have returned from the past to be cast as themselves. What follows is an evening where no farcical well is left untapped. Enjoy over-the-top snappy dialogue, laugh-out-loud gags and, yes, even a tasty dollop of useful social observation. Don’t miss this show, a tribute to the 400th anniversary of Shakespeare’s death.”

Hope to see you all there! Photos to come soon!

Cheers,
Melissa

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