Maria Alessi is an actress and singer based in the New York/New Jersey area. Growing up Maria always was performing. As a child she spent hours writing music in her bedroom and putting on shows for her friends and family on the holidays. In high school she finally worked up the courage to audition for the spring musical and she hasn't stopped since. Maria attended Montclair State University and graduated with a BA in Theatre Studies and a minor in Musical Theatre. When she isn't performing Maria loves to ride horses, take long walks, practice yoga, and tumble.