Student Spotlight: Maria Lopez

Maria Lopez

Age: 20

Major: BFA Theatre Performance

Year in School: Junior

Interesting Experiences: "There are always interesting experiences when you're working in the theatre. That's what's so great about it. So much spontaneity."

Awards and Honors: Two theater scholarships at Columbus State University.

Hometown: Warner Robins, Ga.

High School: Houston County High School

Favorite spot in Columbus: "My favorite spot here is our beautiful theater facilities. Although we are all there a lot, it's a second home. I also like to spend any free time I have going to the splash pad to play!"

Favorite play/musical: "My favorite musical would have to be "Spamalot," a musical based off "Monty Python and the Holy Grail."

Career goals: "There are many things I want to do in this business. My heart is with musical theatre but I also want to experience film someday. I have a lot to do and I cannot wait for the time to come to get started!"

This story was originally published October 21, 2015 at 7:09 PM with the headline "Student Spotlight: Maria Lopez ."