Photo by Greensmith Photography
Name: Talie Melnyk
Show: Maison des Reves
Website: www.taliemelnyk.com
Talie Melnyk discovered her passion for the art of solo theatre after taking Gretchen Cryer’s “Writing for Solo Performance.” Always interested in women’s stories and true crime, “Maison des Reves” was created when Talie discovered information on Alexe Popova in a book on female serial killers. Favorite New York Theatre includes: A Memory, A Monologue, A Rant, and A Prayer (3 Crazy Ladies,) Miss Julie (Abingdon Theatre, ) A Man for All Seasons (New Day Repertory,) Dracula (Gallery Players, ) Julius Caesar, The Miser, Pygmalion (Oasis Theatre.) Regional theatre: The Front Page (Theatre Albany,) Waiting for the Parade, The Hostage (Cidermill Playhouse,) Geeks in Love (Loose Moose Theatre.) Film: The Re-gift, The Ticket, Crosswords, Pictures of Lily. TV: As the World Turns, All My Children. Talie is also a certified movement specialist and helps women and special populations reach optimum health and mobility. Originally from Calgary, Alberta, she currently lives in Brooklyn, NY.
What’s your show about?
Maison des Reves is based on the true story of Alexe Popova who in 1909
Samara, Russia confessed to killing over 300 men, all known for abusing their
wives and children. Through 7 characters
and a narrator, I tell the story of this female serial killer who was the
champion of women in her community.
What inspired you to write it?
I took Gretchen Cryer’s “Writing for Solo
Performance” and fell in love with the art form. I’ve always been interested in true crime
and women’s stories and when I discovered Alexe Popova in a book on female
serial killers, I knew I wanted to tell her story.
Who else is involved with the show?
Gretchen Cryer is my director, Jen McCulloch
is my costume designer and stylist, and Janie Bullard designed sound.
Who is your dream audience for this show?
I’d love an audience that cares about women
and interested in the issues of sexual and domestic violence, but I welcome
anyone who loves a good story!
Who are your biggest influences?
After taking Gretchen’s class, she became my
mentor and a source of great inspiration in terms of women’s theatre, and my
family has been a big influence as well.
What other shows are you planning to see at FRIGID?
Since I’m a huge fan of solo shows, I want to
see My Three Moms, My Pussy’s Purrin’ Again!, Little Pussy, Two Lovely Black
Eyes and A Day in the Life of Miss Hiccup.
But in all honesty, I want to see everything!
What's next for you after FRIGID?
I’m writing the screenplay for Maison des
Reves.
Lightning round
Paper or
plastic? Paper
Comedy or
drama? Comedy
Beach or
mountains? Beach
Black box or
proscenium? Black box
Glee or
Smash? Glee
Cats or
dogs? The toughest one of all, I thought
I was always a cat person until I got my boxer, Dixie.
Musical or straight play?
Straight play
Maison des Reves plays at The Red Room on the following dates:
Feb 27, 6:00PM
Mar 02, 4:45PM
Mar 02, 4:45PM
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