Why EI Chose Maronne Cruz
Maronne Cruz might be one of the most familiar faces you
would have seen in the platforms of Ateneo theatre. A 4 BS Management major,
Maronne caught the attention of Everyday Idealists through her passion in the
arts, particularly in theater and musicals. One of the most versatile performers
in Blue Repertory, Maronne Cruz shares her story on discovering one’s hidden
talents, honing it, and finding your self in it.
A True Artist Waiting to be Discovered
Maronne has always been exposed to theater, but she never
knew it was meant for her. Since young, her family would always travel to New
York (where they had a residence), and not a single trip would pass without
them watching at least 3 musicals. She was never a stranger to the theater, but
it wasn’t until her senior year in high school that she realized the curtain’s
call.
Known by her classmates as the girl who’s good at drawing,
she was the seen as the shy and nerdy type who just sketches in the corner. It
took some ounce of willpower for her to try out and show the world her hidden
talent in singing. “For a school musical,
I just went for it and then I bagged one of the lead roles. “ Maronne
shares. “Everyone was like “Oh, Maronne
you’re good pa la’ and I’m like “Your fault for judging me” Kidding!” Maronne laughs. “I’m
joking, but that’s when I really realized na hey, I’m actually not bad at this.
This is actually my calling.”
Maronne admits that at times she wishes she could still
practice her craft in visual arts, but due to the demands of music theater, she
can’t spend as much time on her “original talent” anymore. “Such a shame I don’t do it anymore but I have no regrets because I SUPER
love Musical Theater. It’s my childhood, so there.”
You are ART.
When asked about what she strongly believes in, Maronne
didn’t hesitate to share, “One of my biggest convictions is that you really
can’t sacrifice the art, the creative, the expressive aspect of anything
because once you take that out, it’s kind of like losing your soul.”
Maronne believes that people are brought alive by the beauty
and art that they encounter. While art has always been seen as a way of
self-expression, she thinks that it should not be taken for granted just
because it is easily and readily available. For Maronne, there’s no such thing
as just doing—only doing your best. “I
also believe in no matter what you do, always do it with conviction and passion
and you should never go halfway to anything.” She admits how she feels bad whenever
she can’t give something her all, for she always tries her best to give her
100% in everything.
Everyday Idealists was inspired by the level of passion and
entusiasm that Maronne puts into the creative, and thus we asked her what
drives her to always push further.
The Show Goes On
Last year, for Maronne, was a highlight of her musical
theatre career. She performed in two of her most notable productions--first in “Little
Shop of Horrors, where she played the role of Audrey, and second, in “Bare”
where she got the role of Ivy. Bare was one of the most awaited musicals of
Blue Rep, from its successful staging back in 2009. Maronne bagged the lead
role, and has been known for her exemplary performance in the said play.
Watch out for more of our Everyday Idealist Maronne Cruz, as
this year she performs in Blue Repertory’s offering, “13”, which will be shown
in the Fine Arts Theatre from July 25 onwards!
