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Alina Alcantara

Birth Place: New York City

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Alina is a New York native of Dominican heritage, who has lived in Florida for most of her life. Some of her recent credits include Mom in Jack & the Beanstalk at Orlando Shakes, Deb in Elf: The Musical at Orlando Repertory Theatre (The REP), Abuela Claudia in In The Heights at Orlando Shakes, Tia Emilia/Bruja Buena in EL WIZ at the 2018 Orlando Fringe Festival, and Gloria the Hippo in Madagascar: A Musical Adventure at Orlando Repertory Theatre (The REP). She also has a recurring role performing as Celestina Warbeck in Diagon Alley at Universal Orlando. A proud ally of the LGBTQ+ community, Alina has also been actively involved around the local community: FAB FRINGE FUNDRAISER 2019, 2018 Orlando Citrus Parade, Come Out With Pride 2018, MBA Orlando Pride in Business Gala 2018, and the Pulse Remembrance Ceremony at the Pulse Memorial, among other special events. Alina is most known for the role that began her career in theater: Abuela Claudia in Greater Orlando Actors' Theater production of In The Heights (2015), earning rave reviews from the Orlando Sentinel - and other local media, like this excerpt from BroadwayWorld Orlando's review: ...Alcantara gives a near-perfect performance as everyone's Abuela Claudia. Not only does she convey the wisdom, grace, and humor of her character, but she does so with such innate charisma that you feel as if this role had been written especially for her. She has a tremendous voice; especially as she delivers her revelatory performance of "Paciencia y Fe." Alcantara communicates a deep insight, not only into Claudia, but, into the characters that she shares the stage with as well. Her performance alone, is worth the price of admission. (Matt Tamanini, BroadwayWorld Orlando)

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Industry Reading of New Michael Mott Musical THE FAIRY'S TALE to be Presented by The Latinè Musical Theatre Lab


The Latinè Musical Theatre Lab will present an industry reading of the new original musical, “The Fairy’s Tale.” The piece is inspired by the true story “A Love Not Meant For Me” by Aryana Rose and features music and lyrics by Michael Mott (“In The Light, A Faustian Tale”) and book by Gretchen Suárez-Peña (“Melina: A Steampunk Musical Tragedy”).

Winners Announced For The 2020 BroadwayWorld Orlando Awards! Orlando Shakespeare Theatre, Dr Philips Center Take Home Wins!


Winners have been announced for the 2020 BroadwayWorld Orlando Awards - which were back bigger than ever, celebrating the best in local theatre of the past decade! 

Theatre At St. Luke's Debuts Original Online Miniseries THE POWER OF ONE


Theatre at St. Luke's presents The Power of One, an original miniseries written by Shonn McCloud and Andrea Hochkeppel. Episodes will air at 7:30 p.m. on the Theater at St. Luke's Facebook page October 8, 15, 22 and 29.

Dragonfly Studios Presents a New Workshop Series With Joseph C Walsh


Kicking off the new year, Dragonfly Studios, located in Downtown Ocoee, FL, will be featuring a series of new workshops and drop-in classes taught by award-winning theatre director and educator, Joseph C Walsh, Garden Theatre's new Artistic Director. The workshops will focus primarily on acting techniques needed for the musical theatre performer and will be designed and beneficial for all skill levels.

The Impulse Project Presents SING-ATHON FUNDRAISER For Their Upcoming Season


The Impulse Project proudly puts on the SING-ATHON FUNDRAISER Cabaret on Thankgsiving week this November to support its next year of artistic endeavors in the Orlando area.

Winners Announced for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Orlando Awards


We are pleased to announce the winners for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Orlando Awards, brought to you by BroadwayHD! Nominations were reader-submitted and voted on by you - the local theatergoers!

Final Chance to Vote for the BWW Orlando Awards!


It's the last week to vote for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Orlando Awards, brought to you by BroadwayHD! Readers are already setting records as they vote for their favorites. Regional productions, touring shows, and more are all included in the awards, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2017 through September 30, 2018. Our local editors set the categories, our readers submitted their nominees, and now you get to vote for your favorites! Voting will continue through December 31st, 2018.

Just Two Weeks Left To Vote for the 2018 BWW Orlando Awards!


There's just two weeks left to vote for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Orlando Awards, brought to you by BroadwayHD! Readers are already setting records as they vote for their favorites. Regional productions, touring shows, and more are all included in the awards, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2017 through September 30, 2018. Our local editors set the categories, our readers submitted their nominees, and now you get to vote for your favorites! Voting will continue through December 31st, 2018.

Three Weeks Left To Vote For the BWW Orlando Awards!


There's just two weeks left to vote for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Orlando Awards, brought to you by BroadwayHD! Readers are already setting records as they vote for their favorites. Regional productions, touring shows, and more are all included in the awards, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2017 through September 30, 2018. Our local editors set the categories, our readers submitted their nominees, and now you get to vote for your favorites! Voting will continue through December 31st, 2018.

Vote For The 2018 BWW Orlando Awards; THE COLOR PURPLE Leads Best Musical!


There's just one month left to vote for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Orlando Awards, brought to you by BroadwayHD! Readers are already setting records as they vote for their favorites. Regional productions, touring shows, and more are all included in the awards, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2017 through September 30, 2018. Our local editors set the categories, our readers submitted their nominees, and now you get to vote for your favorites! Voting will continue through December 31st, 2018.

Vote For The 2018 BroadwayWorld Orlando Awards; Theatre West End's THE COLOR PURPLE Leads Best Musical!


There's just one month left to vote for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Orlando Awards, brought to you by BroadwayHD! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers are already setting records as they vote for their favorites. Regional productions, touring shows, and more are all included in the awards, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2017 through September 30, 2018. Our local editors set the categories, our readers submitted their nominees, and now you get to vote for your favorites! Voting will continue through December 31st, 2018.

Photo Flash: Orlando Shakes Presents IN THE HEIGHTS!


Orlando Shakes in partnership with UCF's production of Lin-Manuel Miranda's In the Heights runs from September 5 - October 7, 2018. Tickets (starting at $30) are available now by phone (407) 447-1700 ext. 1, online at orlandoshakes.org, or in person at the John and Rita Lowndes Shakespeare Center (812 East Rollins Street).

IN THE HEIGHTS At Orlando Shakes Stars Local And National Latinx Talent


Orlando Shakes in partnership with UCF's production of Lin-Manuel Miranda's In the Heights runs from September 5 - October 7, 2018. Tickets (starting at $30) are available now by phone (407) 447-1700 ext. 1, online at orlandoshakes.org, or in person at the John and Rita Lowndes Shakespeare Center (812 East Rollins Street).

MADAGASCAR Is Now Playing At Orlando REP


Orlando Repertory Theatre (Orlando REP) is proud to present Madagascar - A Musical Adventure (February 23 - April 8, 2018). This production is presented by the Universal Orlando Foundation and supporting sponsors Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children and DesignZillas.

Review Roundup: MAN OF LA MANCHA at Orlando Shakespeare Theatre


MAN OF LA MANCHA runs at Orlando Shakespeare Theatre through October 8, and the critics are weighing in!

Photo Flash: First Look at Davis Gaines and More in MAN OF LA MANCHA at Orlando Shakes


Broadway veteran Davis Gaines and innovative in-the-round seating are featured in Orlando Shakespeare Theater in Partnership with UCF's (Orlando Shakes) production of Man of La Mancha. The multi-Tony Award-winning musical runs now through October 8, 2017 in the Margeson Theater. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!

Photo Flash: Meet Davis Gaines and the Stars of MAN OF LA MANCHA at Orlando Shakes


Broadway veteran Davis Gaines and innovative in-the-round seating will be featured in Orlando Shakespeare Theater in Partnership with UCF's (Orlando Shakes) production of Man of La Mancha. The multi-Tony Award-winning musical will run from September 6 - October 8, 2017 in the Margeson Theater. BroadwayWorld has a sneak peek at the cast in character below!

Davis Gaines Stars in MAN OF LA MANCHA, Starting Tonight at Orlando Shakespeare Theater


Broadway veteran Davis Gaines and innovative in-the-round seating will be featured in Orlando Shakespeare Theater in Partnership with UCF's (Orlando Shakes) production of Man of La Mancha.

Photo Flash: Meet Davis Gaines and the Stars of MAN OF LA MANCHA at Orlando Shakes


Broadway veteran Davis Gaines and innovative in-the-round seating will be featured in Orlando Shakespeare Theater in Partnership with UCF's (Orlando Shakes) production of Man of La Mancha. The multi-Tony Award-winning musical will run from September 6 - October 8, 2017 in the Margeson Theater. BroadwayWorld has a sneak peek at the cast in character below!

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