Melody Ladd Actress
Overview
NationalityUnited States of America
LanguagesEnglish – American (mother tongue), French (good)
BornUnited Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, England
Age range27 - 35
Height175 cm
Ethnic typesNorthern European / Scandinavian, Slavic/Eastern European
Place of residenceNew York (United States of America)
Possible accommodationStuttgart - Baden-Wurttemberg (Germany), Paris - Île de France (France), Cannes - Provence-Alpes-Cote-d'Azur (France), London - England (United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland)
MembershipsActors Equity Association (United States of America)
Contact
Tarquin Talent Management
Contact: Tarquin Shaw-Young
Skills/Talents
Languages English – American (mother tongue), French (good)
Dialects Standard American (native dialect), Cockney (fluent), New York - American (fluent), Southern - American (fluent), Texan - American (fluent), Chicago - American (good), Dublin (good), England (East) (good), England (North East) (good), England (North West) (good), England (South East) (good), England (South West) (good), France Centre (good), German (Northern) (good), Greater London (good), Ireland (West) - Connacht (good), Boston - American (basic), Scottish (basic)
Accents American (native accent), Californian (native accent), American Midwest (very good), American Southern States (very good), American Western States (very good), British (very good), English (very good), Berlin (good), Cork (good), Dublin (good), East European (good), French (good), German (good), Irish (good), London (good), New England (good), New York (good), Australian (basic), Canadian (basic), Scottish (Standard) (basic)
Musical instruments Horn (good), Drums (basic), Trombone (basic)
Sports Swimming (good), Volleyball (good), Weights (good), Yoga (good), Basketball (basic), Cycling (basic), Horseback Riding (basic), Stage fighting (basic), Sword Fighting (basic)
Driving licences / Other permits Driver’s licence car
Appearance
Age range 27 - 35
Height 175 cm
Build Athletic
Colour of eyes Blue/green
Colour of hair Brown
Hair style curly medium long
Twin No
Ethnic types Northern European / Scandinavian, Slavic/Eastern European
Tattoo Yes, visible
Piercing Yes, visible
Glasses No
Scars Yes, invisible
Training
New York University's Tisch School of the Arts
Studied through the Atlantic Acting School
Awards/Nominations
2024 Barrymore Award- Outstanding Leading Performance (United States of America) - Nomination
2019 Barrymore Award- Outstanding Ensemble (United States of America) - Nomination
CV CV - Television & Streaming CV - Theatre CV - Audio CV - Other
CV - Television & Streaming
2022
Evil Lives Here
Network/Distributor: Investigation Discovery
Television series
Crime
Phoebe Kwong
Directed by
Guest Role
2019
Homicide City
Network/Distributor: Investigation Discovery
Crime
Stephen Wesley Miller
Directed by
Guest Role
CV - Theatre
2026
Around The World in 80 Days
Shadowland Stages
Farce
Brendan Burke
Directed by
Passepartout
Ensemble Leading Part
2026
Igniting the Spark
Fresh Fruit Festival, NYC
Drama
Nicolas Minas
Directed by
Ensemble Leading Part
2025
Drew Kahl
Directed by
Tricia
Ensemble Leading Part
Reviews:
"Ladd has good comic timing as the jaded Trisha."
- George Basler, Broome County Arts Council
2024
The Legend of Sleepy Hollow
Greenbrier Valley Theatre
Theatrical comedy
Mike Keller
Directed by
Brom Bones
Ensemble Leading Part
2024
Drew Kahl
Directed by
Gretchen
Ensemble Leading Part
Reviews:
"Ladd especially stands out as the German fly girl. She’s a hilarious force of nature..."
- George Basler, Broome County Arts Council
2023 - 2025
Brendan Burke
Directed by
Lizzy
Ensemble Leading Part
Reviews:
"There can be no stronger Elizabeth than Melody Ladd’s who does so much with so little; she is the natural center of this spirited family of women."
- Patrick White, Metroland Now
2023
Alex Burns
Directed by
Barbara
Lead
In rep with "No Exit."
Reviews:
"Even before the house lights came up on the Quintessence Theater Group's extraordinary production of Major Barbara, I was completely smitten with the titular protagonist...the reserved zeal of (Melody Ladd) sparkles irresistibly."
- Rebecca Rendell, Talkin' Broadway
"Leading the charge as the titular character is Melody Ladd who imbues Barbara with a fire and intensity that makes her fully captivating right off the bat."
- Queer Reviewed
2023
Alex Burns
Directed by
Lead
In rep with "Major Barbara."
Reviews:
"In a very well-acted production, hers is the breakout performance."
-Kiran Pandey, Broad Street Review
2023
Act 39: A Comedy About Suicide
The Tank, NYC
Theatrical comedy
Stephen Sposito
Directed by
Ensemble Leading Part
2023
Lend Me A Tenor
Chenango River Theatre
Farce
Zach Curtis
Directed by
Diana
Ensemble Leading Part
2022
Miracle on South Division St.
Shadowland Stages
Theatrical comedy
Brendan Burke
Directed by
Beverly
Ensemble Leading Part
Reviews:
"Actors who are masters of their crafts...Melody Ladd...has the audience in absolute stitches."
-Carol Montana, Sullivan County Democrat
2022
I Love You, Jesus Christ!
The Tank, NYC
Theatrical comedy
James Wyrwicz
Directed by
Ensemble Leading Part
2022
Amanda Coffin
Directed by
Louise
Lead
Reviews:
"And Melody Ladd...reveals a growing strength of character...The actors embody wonderfully the terror and the joy of this magical coming together." - The Express
2022
The 39 Steps
Cornwell's Theatre
Farce
Dexter Brigham
Directed by
Annabella/Pamela/Margaret
Ensemble Leading Part
2021
The Two Gentlemen of Verona
Hedgerow Theatre Company
Lisa Villamil
Directed by
Sylvia
Ensemble Leading Part
2020
A Christmas Carol
Hedgerow Theatre Company
Jared Reed
Directed by
Mrs. Cratchit
Ensemble Leading Part
2020
Macbeth
Hedgerow Theatre Company
Jared Reed
Directed by
Lady Macbeth
Lead
2020
Robin Hood
Hedgerow Theatre Company
Fairy tale, Kids' production
Amanda Coffin
Directed by
Maid Marion
Ensemble Leading Part
2019
The Playboy of the Western World
Quintessence Theatre Group
Period drama
Alex Burns
Directed by
Pegeen Mike
Lead
In Rep with "Riders to the Sea."
Reviews:
"Melody Ladd is outstanding as young pubkeeper, Pegeen Mike. Her riveting, trademark stare mixes surprise with indignation and is truly unforgettable."
- Hugh Hunter, Chestnut Hill Local
"The delicacy, nuance, bravado, and despair with which Ladd imbues her character make for an impressive performance."
- Ginger Agnew, B Sharp's Studio 6
2019
Riders to the Sea
Quintessence Theatre Group
Period drama
Alex Burns
Directed by
Cathleen
Ensemble Leading Part
In Rep with 'The Playboy of the Western World.'
2019
Amanda Coffin
Directed by
Bella Manningham
Lead
Reviews:
"'Gaslight' is a masterpiece of suspense. The acting is faultless."
-Karen Elias, The Express
2019
Aaron White
Directed by
Pamela
Ensemble Leading Part
Reviews:
"Melody Ladd...claims 'hysterical blindness'...and the resulting mayhem – as she staggers around the stage – is a highlight of the show."
- The Express
CV - Audio
2020
Little Women
Judson Theatre Company
Radio play/audiobook
Daniel Haley
Directed by
Jo
Lead
CV - Other
2020
The Farmhouse Incident
Hedgerow Theatre Company
Web series
Comedy, Crime
Thane Madsen
Directed by
Ensemble Leading Part
