Grace’s journey as an instrumentalist began with classical piano, eventually expanding to lessons in guitar, drums, and bass. A proud product of Wisconsin’s arts education - including First Stage Children’s Theater and KIDS From Wisconsin - she went on to earn her Bachelor’s degree in Theatre and Music from Northwestern University, specializing in Music Theory and Musical Theatre. 

Before moving to NYC in 2026, Grace spent eight years in the Chicago theater scene, where she carved out a distinct niche as a multi-instrumentalist actor. Notable actor-musician credits include The Penelopiad (Goodman Theatre), Hundred Days (Kokandy Productions), and Across the Sand (Northbrook Theater). These productions also offered Grace her first opportunities to serve as Music Captain, create supplemental compositions, and have a hand in sound landscaping.

Most recently, Grace took on a gargantuan actor/musician challenge: starring as Cathy Hiatt in a self-accompanied production of The Last Five Years at Milwaukee Repertory Theater. Alternating between piano and acoustic guitar while navigating Jason Robert Brown’s score, the production demanded a seamless blend of nuanced acting, vocal stamina, and onstage conducting. Grace credits this professional opportunity as the greatest challenge and proudest success of her career thus far.

Grace looks forward to creating an artistic community and refining both her acting and musicianship skills in this city overflowing with artistic opportunity. She is proud to be a member of the actor-musician community and can’t wait to celebrate it with you.