Sundog Theatre

Staten Island-based theatre with performing arts classes

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Expanding the way people see themselves and the world through arts education and live theatre.

  • About
    • Our Mission
    • What Is A Sundog?
    • Why Sundog?
    • Our History
    • Staff
    • Board Members
    • Advisory Council
  • Shows
    • Past Productions
      • A Christmas Carol – 2 shows
      • Scenes from the Staten Island Ferry 2025
      • Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol”
      • Scenes From The Staten Island Ferry FALL 2024
      • Double Bill: It’s a Mystery & Cabin Fever
  • In Schools/Tours
    • Classroom Arts Programs
      • Why Sundog for Schools?
      • Theatre
      • Music
      • Dance
      • Visual Arts
      • 3-D Literacy
      • Soundtrack of Life
      • Heritage Awareness
    • In School/Tours
      • A Dickens Holiday Musical
      • Harriet Tubman Herself
      • Ellis Island: Gateway to a Dream
      • History of Electricity
  • Classes
    • Musical Theatre Kids Acting Classes – Curtains, The Musical Comedy Whodunit – Spring 2026
    • Past Class Productions- Musical Theatre Kids
      • Musical Theatre Kids Acting Classes – Dare to Dream JR. – Fall 2025
      • Musical Theatre Kids Acting Classes – SHREK The Musical – Summer 2025
      • Musical Theatre Kids-Legally Blonde Jr. – Spring 2025
      • Musical Theatre Kids-“We Will Rock You Y@P” Fall 2024 Class
      • Musical Theatre Kids-“Finding Nemo Kids” Summer 2024 Class
      • Musical Theatre Kids- “Seussical Jr.” Spring 2024 Class
    • Past Class Productions- Theatre Kids
  • Seniors
  • Media
    • Sundog in the News
      • S.I. Advance – Sundog Theatre will stage 24th edition of ‘Scenes from the Staten Island Ferry’ Nov. 15 to 23
      • NYC Department of Aging – NYC Cabinet for Older New Yorkers Releases New Guidebook
      • Sundog Theatre’s ‘Sundog Fringe,’ a U.S. premiere direct from Scotland, set for June 21 to June 29 at Wagner College
      • Ellis Island On Tour 2025
      • A CHRISTMAS CAROL to be Presented at Sundog Theatre in December
      • Sundog Theatre to perform ‘A Christmas Carol’ at the Empire Outlets Dec. 7
      • Broadway World News introduces Scenes from the Staten Island Ferry
      • Sundog Theatre’s Scenes from the Staten Island Ferry FALL 2024 productions set for Oct. 26 to Nov. 3
      • Sundog Theatre featured in The NY Community Trust’s “100 Years of Giving Local”.
      • Sundog Theatre presents ‘Clue: The Musical’ at Wagner College the last two weekends in June
    • Testimonials
  • Support
    • Fundraisers – Eat Your Art Out!
    • Contribute
    • Sundog Sponsors
  • Events
    • Past Events
      • Thank You for Making Our 2025 Benefit a Success!
      • Sundog Theatre’s Annual Benefit 2025
  • Opportunities
    • Teaching Artist – STEP
    • Teaching Artist – Theatre
    • Teaching Artist – Choral
  • Contact Us

Melissa Holland

February 25, 2026 By

Program Coordinator

Melissa serves as the Program Coordinator for Sundog Theatre, where she supports production operations and Sundog Theatre’s Arts-in-Education initiatives. Combining her extensive background in stage management with strong organizational skills, she brings both creativity and structure to every project. 

A Staten Island native, Melissa is also an alumna of Sundog Theatre, having performed in Musical Theatre Kids productions. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in History and Theatre from Saint Joseph’s University in Philadelphia, followed by a Master of Science in History from the University of Edinburgh in Scotland. 

Now back stateside, Melissa has returned to her theatrical roots at Sundog Theatre, where she is passionate about fostering arts education and building meaningful community connections. Her personal arts experience includes writing, painting, and jewelry making. She firmly believes color-coding can change the world.

Staff Members

  • Susan Fenley
    Executive/Artistic Director
  • Julie Cadunzi
    General Manager
  • Ellen Petillo
    Business Manager
  • Victoria Colella
    Production Manager
  • Stephen Fehr
    Technical Director
  • Jeannine Otis
    Arts-In-Education Specialist and Head of Advisory Council
  • Elyssa Paige
    Arts-In-Education Manager
  • Isabella Lucia
    Administrative Coordinator

Board Members

  • Susan Fenley
    Executive/Artistic Director
  • Marjorie Hack
    Interim Board Chair
  • Mark Giacalone
    Treasurer
  • Phyllis Guglietta
    Board Member
  • Dr. Nicole R. Christopher
    Board Member
  • Chris Ferrera
    Board Member
  • Lorna Harris
    Board Member
  • Dr. Janet Leslie
    Board Member
  • Anthony Lodico
    Board Member
  • Nicholas Pedersen
    Board Member
  • Alex Tronolone
    Board Member

Advisory Council

Our Office Location

PO Box 183, Staten Island, NY 10301
T: (718) 816-5453
F: (718) 816-5430
info@sundogtheatre.org

Hours of Operation:
Monday through Friday 9AM – 5PM

MISSION STATEMENT

Sundog Theatre is a Staten Island-based performing arts company with several components to its mission. Read More >>

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