lives in Ellington, CT. She started taking dance lessons at the age of three and is one of the original members of stop/time dance theater. She has been dancing with Darlene for over 35 years. Melissa is a fourth grade teacher and has worked at Somers Elementary School since 2001. She and her husband have four children: Manon (16), Nolan (14), Shealyn (12), and Bryson (8). She appreciates her family’s support in allowing her to make time for dance rehearsals every week. Melissa is always very grateful to be able to experience the glamour and excitement that goes along with performing in costume, under the lights, and on stage at Playhouse On Park.