Maria met her husband, Writer, Producer, Director, Actor, Kevin O'Bryan, while she was directing Late One Night.
Maria studied acting at prestigious institutions as AADA, SUNY Purchase, Roundabout Theater Conservatory among others.
Maria Directed & Produced numerous Off-Off Broadway Shows, at The Mint Theaters Theater 3, Producers Club, etc. From C.S. Lewis' Screwtape Letters, to an adaptation of a short film to stage called Late One Night.
King's Heart won Award of Merit in The Best Shorts Competition in San Diego, CA.
Maria's short film King's Heart won 2 awards at the RE:Image Film Festival, in Red BAnk, NJ; the Viewer's Choice Award & Mission Excellence Award.