Jimmy Ferraro is an Award Winning Actor and “Theatre Veteran”. His professional career spans over 40 years in every aspect of show business. Ferraro’s credits as a producer and director of over 100 productions in New York and around the country, and as an author, are an outgrowth of his decades as a professional performer throughout the U.S. and overseas, including Broadway, National Tours, Off-Broadway and regional theatre. He was hand picked by Director/ Choreographer Jerome Robbins, for "Fiddler on the Roof" on Broadway and in the National Tours. He most recently starred as Tevye in the 2012 National Tour of "Fiddler" and won Best Actor in a Musical from BroadwayWorld.com. Ferraro's numerous awards in the performing arts include, Top Ten Professional Achievers in Tampa Bay, Outstanding Young Man of America, Who’s Who in Entertainment, and First Place in the Miami Opera Vocal Competition. His many charitable awards include the prestigious National Philanthropy Day Award, along with performing in benefits for Alzheimer’s Family Organization, American Heart Foundation, A Child’s Wish Come True Foundation, Hospice, the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill and All Children’s Hospital. Jimmy hosted his own radio show, “Theatre Chat and This ‘n That,” interviewing Major Celebrity Stars from Broadway, Television, and Film.
BWW Reviews: BEAUTY AND THE BEAST - An Enchanting Love Story For All Ages
May 7, 2015
May 7, 2015
"BEAUTY AND THE BEAST" is a musical treat for the entire family!
BWW Reviews: Opposites Attract in FIRST DATE
February 26, 2015
February 26, 2015
If you want to have a few laughs with a story that takes a contemporary look at dating in 2015, "FIRST DATE" is the new little musical for you!
BWW Reviews: DIRTY DANCING - The Danciest Show in Town!
December 5, 2014
December 5, 2014
And if you like 'DIRTY DANCING', the film, this stage version is indeed a 'cinematic' stage production.
BWW Reviews: BAGGAGE is Full of Splendid Surprises
November 10, 2014
November 10, 2014
Kudos to Mary Kay Cyrus, who directed a hilarious, perfectly cast, well rehearsed, seamless production! The cast and crew were simply outstanding, as if in performance for weeks. BRAVO!
BWW Reviews: Rodgers + Hammerstein's CINDERELLA - A New Girl of the Cinders
October 23, 2014
October 23, 2014
If you like classic fairytales with a new, comedic, contemporary twist, Rodgers + Hammerstein's "CINDERELLA" is the show for you, and the entire family!
Jimmy Ferraro's STUDIO THEATRE to Open World Premiere Musical/Comedy, COUPLED
June 25, 2014
June 25, 2014
After a critically acclaimed SOLD-OUT run of the inaugural production of 'CHURCH BASEMENT LADIES', Jimmy Ferraro's STUDIO THEATRE, 5732 Main Street, New Port Richey, FL presents the second production of the Summer Season, the World Premier Musical/Comedy 'COUPLED'.
BWW Reviews: CHURCH BASEMENT LADIES - Top of Your 'Must-See' List
June 18, 2014
June 18, 2014
Definitely see "Church Basement Ladies" and this incredible new space. ...the outstanding performances, character bonding and the truths of these four women will resonate. The sold-out audience was enthralled the night I went, appreciative at seeing professional performers shining on a brand new stage. As for the Jimmy Ferraro Studio Theatre, it looks like it will be a New Port Richey touchstone for a long time to come. And with that, we all would like to say to Mr. Ferraro as well as to the cast and crew of "Church Basement Ladies": Welcome home!
BWW Reviews: THE CEMETERY CLUB - Laughter and Tears Abound, by Guest Reviewer Peter Nason
June 18, 2014
June 18, 2014
"The Cemetery Club" proves why the Carrollwood Players is considered one of the finest community theatres in the area; it does things right.
BWW Reviews: The AMOROUS AMBASSADOR Keeps Audience Laughing
May 5, 2014
May 5, 2014
The Carrollwood Players production of 'The AMOROUS AMBASSADOR' keeps the audience laughing. And so if you like a fun-filled 'bedroom farce', Go See 'The AMOROUS AMBASSADOR' and see for yourself what all the laughter is about!
BWW Reviews: STOMP - An Unforgettable Experience
May 1, 2014
May 1, 2014
... let me say this, I give 'STOMP' FIVE STARS! This production is not to be missed! GO EXPERIENCE 'STOMP' for yourself! It is AN UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCE!
BWW Reviews: JERSEY BOYS - A Blockbuster Hit
April 10, 2014
April 10, 2014
'JERSEY BOYS' is a MUST SEE PRODUCTION! 'JERSEY BOYS' is a BLOCKBUSTER HIT! The opening night crowd screamed and whistled and applauded from the moment the show began. They jumped to their feet for a rousing, well deserved STANDING OVATION!
BWW Reviews: BERMUDA AVENUE TRIANGLE - Wacky, Over-the-Top Laughs
March 24, 2014
March 24, 2014
'If you like broad, over-the-top comedy, THIS is the show for YOU!'
BWW Reviews: EVITA - A New Rendition
March 20, 2014
March 20, 2014
EVITA won 7 Tony Awards including Best Musical and six Drama Desk Awards. If you never saw a live, production of "EVITA", GO SEE IT!
BWW Reviews: CRIMES OF THE HEART a Charmer
March 17, 2014
March 17, 2014
'CRIMES OF THE HEART' is a charmingly good production. GO SEE IT!
BWW Reviews: SOCIAL SECURITY - A First Rate Production!
February 17, 2014
February 17, 2014
The audience laughed and giggled throughout the performance. And they weren't the only ones! I joined them, shaking my head and laughing out loud too! And..I've seen the show many times over the years. This is a First Rate Production! BRAVO!
BWW Reviews: ONCE - A Charming, Romantic Musical
February 13, 2014
February 13, 2014
The cast is brilliantly talented....Every member acts, sings, dances. AND plays an instrument. And sometimes they do ALL at the same time! BRAVO! The show gives us all hope and promise and a perfect Valentine reminder: 'What can be more important than Love'... GO SEE THIS WONDERFUL SHOW!
BWW Reviews: DISENCHANTED - A Hilarious, Fairytale Lament
February 6, 2014
February 6, 2014
Before I go any further...THEY LOVED IT! They laughed out loud, whistled and cheered from the moment the show began. 'Bravo!', to the cast, musicians, creatives, and crew of 'DISENCHANTED'. I will see this one AGAIN and AGAIN! THIS IS A HIT!
BWW Reviews: FORBIDDEN BROADWAY'S GREATEST HITS - A Revusical Spoof
January 17, 2014
January 17, 2014
And don't be concerned if you 'haven't seen' or 'don't know' all of these musicals, as the selections last only a few minutes and the jokes explain themselves. This is a fun and entertaining, satirical, tribute to Broadway musicals, its stars and creatives.
BWW Reviews: The Gershwins' PORGY AND BESS Reaches a New Audience
January 16, 2014
January 16, 2014
By all means GO SEE THIS PRODUCTION. The voices are amazing! In addition, you may never have another opportunity to experience music of the legendary Gershwins' at their very best, in a multi-award winning production.
BWW Reviews: Carrollwood Players' WHO MAID WHO? - Naughty, Bawdy, Fun!
January 13, 2014
January 13, 2014
The audience repeatedly howled with laughter. One patron exclaimed. 'I can't remember when I laughed so hard!' Another patron, (while trying to catch her breath), said 'This is hilarious!' And, LAUGHTER, is precisely how the audience reacted time and time again, at the Carrollwood Players current production of the farce, 'WHO MAID WHO?', by David Lassig.
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