hi! i’m maria! (she/her)
i’m a storyteller through and through.
a friend celebrator.
and a chronic movie crier.
i’m an artist established in 2003 from the good ole richmond virginia! i’m a curly hair enthusiast, a big fan of people, and a lover of cats. i graduated with my degree in musical theatre and sociology from james madison university. i consider myself a well rounded artist- a singer, actor, mover, connector, storyteller, solo artist, and educator! i am particularly interested in new and devised work and work that gets at the heart of humanity. i fully believe in the power of creativity and connection. i just love making art.
what's up currently?
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what's up currently? ~
I am excited to have signed with Engage Artists Agency for artistic representation across the board!
This summer, I led The Lynn Theater as Medusa in the world premiere of small quiet good by Chandler Hubbard!
This fall, I am thrilled join Firehouse Theater as Nellie Collins in Floyd Collins!
what do people say about me and my work?
“It’s the hardest working people —It’s people who are tireless, people who are passionate about making the art happen.”- Chandler Hubbard via. Rich Griset
“Carpinelli was a standout, fully committing to the role and capturing Orin’s manic and frenetic nature through her restless facial expressions and mannerisms.”- Jake Dodohara
“A standout use of gender bending came from Maria Carpinelli’s portrayal of Orin Scrivello…Carpinelli’s character — already strong due to her acting ability — included an added element of surprise during her entrance.”- Jake Dodohara
“Virginia Rep serves the meal the way it was intended… [and] culled the greatest cast for the task at hand”- Christian Detres
“[Annie] the musical serves to remind us that even in the hardest of times, hope shines through and the sun’ll come out tomorrow”- Harry Kollatz Jr.
“The other actors convey a range of emotions, behaviors, and intentions relying solely on movement and facial expressions, with the help of some clever sound effects.”- Alaina Wong-Canissario
“Virginia Rep’s production is a dynamic adaptation of the book with numerous creative flourishes.”- Alaina Wong-Canissario
“The small funny one”- A friend’s boyfriend after meeting me twice