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Community Voices

Meredith Crifasi on harmonizing science and the stage

NPR Illinois | 91.9 UIS | By Beatrice Bonner

Published August 14, 2025 at 12:00 PM CDT

A picture of local musician Meredith Crifasi playing violin. She is wearing all black. — Meredith Crifasi

Meredith Crifasi is a local violinist, singer, and actress. She graduated from UIS with a B.S. in Biochemistry and a minor in Music. She spoke to Community Voices about performing in orchestra pits for local productions, recent shows she has acted in, and how she balances her scientific background with her artistic side.