Meet Martha: Lilli Cooper

Age: 16
Character: Martha

What are three words that describe your character in Spring Awakening?
Hidden. Strong. Independent.

What are the top five most played tracks from any CD! on your iPod or CD player?
"Raspberry Beret," by Prince.
"Don't Stop Me Now," by Queen.
"Only the Good Die Young," by Billy Joel.
"Here it Goes Again," by OK Go.
"Black Bird," by Bobby McFerrin.

What do you always carry with you in your bag or pocket?
My iPod.

What's your favorite pig out food?
Lime Tostitos.

Tell us a special talent you have besides singing, acting and dancing.
Photography.

Name your greatest indulgence.
I indulge my dog-mostly on accessories.

Do you have a pet? What kind and what's his/her name?
I have a Yorkshire Terrier. Her name is Roxie.

Who inspires you? Is there an actor that you look up to?
My family inspire me, and I look up to Meryl Streep.

What dressing room item do you consider essential?
Hairspray is a major dressing room necessity.

If you were a super hero, what would your super power be?
I would love to fly!

Which Hollywood star do you have a crush on?
Jude Law.

What's the most outrageous reaction you've had about the show?
When a group of students came to the show they would all laugh, scream and stand up at the most inappropriate times. It was very funny.

Tell us your favorite…
Broadway show other than Spring Awakening!: Sweeney Todd.
Broadway star: Audra McDonald.
Movie: Harold and Maude.
TV show: 24.
Musician or band: Stevie Wonder.
Celebrity: Jennifer Aniston.

What's the best part about being in Spring Awakening?
The cast is the best part!!

How has being in Spring Awakening changed you?
It has changed me because I've been given the opportunity to meet so many amazing people and I've been able to work on an original show that has been ever-changing. It's amazing to watch the process of a new show going into production.