Sometimes great joy is found in the midst of great loss.  Adjusting to the cancer diagnosis that ultimately took his life, Kevin Lister told his wife, Maria, “I think God is telling me you need to get back into theater.”  After ten years away from the stage, Maria began to act and direct for Rabbit Run Theater.  “We were created to be creative and I believe the performing arts need to be cultivated and grown.” 

Maria carries this mentality into all of her artistic pursuits, particularly those involving young people.  “I encourage kids to support each other as they work toward the same goal” she explains.  “I love being a part of a greater vision.”