ABOUT
Hi I’m McLain Hunter! I’m from Walnut Creek, California and am a uniquely imaginative performer with a mix of soulful artistry and delightful charm. I grew up inspired early on by my godmother, Blues Rock singer Shari Puorto, sparking my love for music and storytelling. I went to numerous of her concerts in LA growing up from the ages of four to ten, and would always join her onstage at some point to sing along with her music.
A natural contortionist, I began performing at just three years old through dance and gymnastics, and by age eleven, I stepped into the spotlight as Annie in Annie—a role that sparked both my career and my deep love for the performing arts. Throughout elementary, middle, and high school, I immersed myself in every theatrical opportunity I could find. I performed in school productions, took on two shows each year with Diablo Theatre Company, and spent my summers training with Center Repertory (of the bay area)—mornings in their Acting Conservatory and afternoons in their Musical Theatre Conservatory.
Performing taught me how to truly take up space, something I once struggled with as an introverted child. I was often sheltered by family and friends, but the stage was what gave me confidence and freedom to be me. Offstage, I love immersing myself in horror films, the science and psychology of aesthetics, relaxing and singing to jazz music, doing jam sessions with other jazz musicians, and writing lyrics and songs at my piano.
