Local Actress Maria Boissoneault Stars as Tracy Turnblad in MSMT's Hairspray

Understudies have always been important members of a theatrical company, but since the pandemic, they have become invaluable. Last night at Maine State Music Theatre,  Maria Boissoneault, the understudy for Tracy Turnblad,  HAIRSPRAY’s heroine,  made a scheduled  appearance in the role on the evening of June 5th, and the audience welcomed her warmly. Raised in Portland, ME, who has performed in previous years in some of MSMT’s Family Series productions and special events like the ROCKY HORROR SHOW, Maria Boissoneault made Maine and MSMT, proud with her powerfully sung, completely joyful and touching portrayal of Tracy.

_Originally reported by [BroadwayWorld](https://www.broadwayworld.com/maine/article/News-Flash-Local-Actress-Takes-On-Lead-in-MSMTs-HAIRSPRAY-20260605)._