Melissa Kaye Bontempt - an LGBTQ/ BIPOC Actress/Comedian, with a jaw dropping back story. Also a 2023 Hollywood Fringe Festival participant. Co-Staring in a 2023 Fringe Festival Scholarship Musical, “At Capacity “ written and directed by Roxana Blackseed. While acting Melissa also continues to train and volunteer her talents with The Robey Theatre Company in Los Angeles, California. In her training with award winning Director Ben Guillory, Founder of The Robey Theatre Company, she appreciates the commodery and focuses on sharpening her craft tools. Melissa has also co-founded her own non-profit art outlet called, California Performing Arts AV (CPAAV) where she works to bring the arts to the at risk youth and adults in the Antelope Valley. She has taken part in the production of “Zooman and The Sign”, as the Costume Designer with The Hollywood Theatre of Arts. During her time with The Group Rep Theatre Melissa co-produced, “Mouse Trap” and acted in many productions. FUN FACT: Melissa is also a California Real Estate Agent, RE# 02147446.