There’s no question that Marymount Manhattan is known for its performing arts students. They are all unique in their own special way, and are all crazy talented. Will Stokes is no exception. This outgoing Floridian is right in his element here in New York City.
Name: Will Stokes
Hometown: Tampa, Florida
Year: Class of 2021
Major: B.F.A Acting
Minor: None
What’s your favorite spot on campus?
The Terrace (when it’s available)
Who is your celebrity crush?
Emma Stone
If you could spend one day with your crush, what would you do?
Go see a show, something scandalous and dramatic, something like Chicago.
What is something most people don’t know about you?
I’m addicted to strawberry laces at Dylan’s Candy Bar
How many cups of coffee do you drink a day?
0-1
What’s your favorite clothes store to shop at?
Topshop
Best memory at MMC?
Jumpstart (my peak)
Where do you see yourself in five years? Ten?
Five years: doing shows or movies
Ten years: also doing shows, but probably starting a family also
What advice do you have for an incoming college student?
Expect there to be a lot of challenge, but you’ll be able to grow from that
Favorites!
Class you’ve taken: Acting 1 with Professor Suarez
Restaurant in NYC: Ocean Prime
Park in NYC: Bryant Park
Movie: La La Land or Gone Girl
Book: I have no idea
Pick one!
Stay up late or wake up early? Stay up late
Walk or subway? Walk
Concerts or Broadway Shows? Depends on who/what is playing
Ice Cream or Frozen Yogurt? Ice Cream
Last Question!
What do you love the most about going to college in NYC?
It’s in New York City. Mostly the art culture in the city.