Mark McCracken

Attended Grimsley Sr. High. Graduated 1978. Originally wanted to be a comic book artist. First role was Dauntless in "Once Upon A Mattress". Received Betty Smith Playwright Award from the Southeastern Theater Conference for original play "Tomorrow Only Knows" (1977). Worked and played in several rock bands until college. Enrolled at the University of North Carolina, Greensboro (1980), seeking Liberal Arts degree. Left after 3 years as a member of the Honor Society and Dean's List. Graduated from The American Academy of Dramatic Arts in New York City (1985). First professional job outside NY was with The Florida Shakespeare Festival in Miami, FL. (1986). Started film and television work in Florida (1986-1992). Moved to Los Angeles (1992). Won several awards for 1st short film: "Wishes" (1996). 3rd film, "Hitting Another Man's Girl" appears in several festivals (2001-2).