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Deborah S. Craig (born June 1, 1979) is an American actress, singer, and advocate best known for creating the role of Marcy Park on Broadway in The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee and for her known for her contributions to the representation of Asian Americans in media.
Life
Raised in the United States, Deborah S. Craig has taught master classes in vocal performance at the University of California, Irvine, and American Stage, as well as improv workshops at Cornell University.
She has extensively studied vocal techniques with master teacher Joan Lader, enhancing her versatility across various vocal styles. For on-camera performance, she trained under respected coaches Lesly Kahn, Bob Krakower, Hank Berrings, and at Michael Howard Studios and Upright Citizens Brigade (UCB), refining her skills for diverse roles in television and film.
Her breakthrough role came with the Tony Award-winning Broadway musical The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, where she originated the role of Marcy Park, marking the first Korean American character on Broadway. Craig based the character on her own experiences growing up as an overachieving Korean American child, creating a unique and authentic portrayal that resonated with audiences and critics alike.
In addition to her theater work, Craig has had significant comedic and dramatic recurring roles on The Blacklist, Elsbeth, Hart of Dixie, Six Degrees, and Better Things and over fifty guest stars.
William "Big Bill" Craig was Deborah S. Craig’s great uncle and the first Secret Service agent killed in the line of duty. He lost his life during the 1902 Pittsfield Streetcar Incident, a tragic collision that occurred while he was escorting President Theodore Roosevelt. The streetcar collided with Roosevelt's carriage, throwing Craig under the trolley and killing him instantly. His dedication to presidential security at a time when such roles were evolving underscores his commitment to duty, making him a notable figure in the history of the Secret Service
Deborah S. Craig has become an advocate for increased representation of Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) voices in media. She is recognized as a prominent figure in the movement for diverse and inclusive storytelling within the arts.
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