Melissa Duprey
is a Chicago native with roots in Humboldt Park. After earning two degrees from the University of Houston, she returned to Chicago to join Teatro Luna, a nationally recognized all-Latina theatre group, where she performed in Luna Unlaced (multiple roles), Crossed (Rita), PUTAS! (Daniela), Not Your Generic Latina (multiple roles), and Generation Sex (self). She recently made her debut on The Goodman stage in the world premier of Luna Gale (Lourdes). Her self-produced solo shows, SEXomedy and SUHI-frito, are both Chicago Reader "Recommended" and earned a "Member Pick" rating, the highest accolade of the publication. Ms. DuPrey is also a stand-up comedian that has performed in various venues throughout Chicago including Zanies, Laugh Factory, Second City (UP Comedy Club), Riddles, The Abbey Pub, and Joe's on Weed St.
Shows participated in:
SEXomedy
(2013 - 14) Playwright-Performer