My Story

Cinnamon Stoner is a senior BFA acting major at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. Born and raised in Philadelphia, Cinnamon fell in love with acting in a sixth grade production of A Christmas Carol. Since then, she has built a versatile actor's toolbox. She brings humor and depth into everything she does, making all of her characters feel fresh and unique. She also has a deep love for improvisational comedy. She has served on the board of UNCG’s improv troupe since her sophomore year. All around, Cinnamon is fueled by finding joy in acting.

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An advocate for showcasing Black excellence on and off the stage, Cinnamon is committed to using her voice to stand up for what she believes in and speaking out against injustice. When she’s not in rehearsal or performing, she can usually be found baking, playing board games, reading murder mysteries, or rewatching Desperate Housewives.