Two for the Seesaw
Grahn subsequently went to New York City, where she studied acting with noted drama teachers Sandy Meisner and Bill Epsen. Here she had roles in productions of "A Midsummer Night's Dream" and "Barefoot in the Park". She also appeared in commercials and several industrial films; in an interview, Grahn recalled crossing paths with fellow future soap star Kim Zimmer at the production of several of those films. She also continued to perform in numerous plays, such as "Father's Day" and "Two for the Seesaw", among others.