Anita Bloom

Marcella Foster

Bill & Patty Perrin

Luule Suozzi

James Ferrigno

Zack Vallas

“What a absolute gem this theater company is. It SO reminds me of small theaters with big HEART and original productions in my former home town of Chicago. I caught the matinee performance of The Neighborhood with my husband and grandson land am still thinking about it.. Everything about it was intimate, personal, thought provoking, uplifting. One theme of this particular play was an appreciation for day-to-day grace and kindness of neighbors. Hope you get a chance to become acquainted with this treasure in North Palm Beach.”

“Sometimes, life presents us with opportunities to redefine our journey. Whether it's a career shift, a move to a new city, or simply a change in perspective, starting a new path can be both exhilarating and daunting. The unknown may bring challenges, but it also offers a chance to learn, grow, and discover strengths we never knew we had. As we step forward, it's important to trust ourselves and embrace the possibilities ahead. Every choice shapes our story, and each new path can lead to unexpected rewards. By remaining open to change, we can turn a fresh start into a journey of fulfillment and purpose.

A new path presented itself to me in the Fall of 2025 when I decided to take acting classes at the Palm Beach Institute for the Entertainment Arts. Acting was definitely outside my comfort zone. But to my surprise the skits brought me great joy and allowed me to stretch my boundaries. Rehearsals with my fellow actors have also brought me a new sense of community. I want to thank Donna Carbone at the Institute for her guidance, support and encouragement. After this week’s rehearsal,  I felt great joy and found myself singing in my car on the way home!”

“I first came to the Institute in March of 2014. I knew right away that I had found exactly what I was looking for. The instructor was clear, concise, and very supportive, never judging a “bad” performance but offering constructive ways to make it better. I had very little acting experience at the time, however, since then I have been in 20 films, countless commercials, improv shows, and six plays, one of which was at the Kravis Center. Not bad for a country boy from south east Ohio. I owe an unpayable debt to the Institute for helping me continue to grow as an actor. “

“When I started at the Palm Beach Institute, I was unsure how I would fit in. Under Donna Carbone’s and Avery Sommers’ great tutelage and with my twin sister Marcia’s encouragement and support (Marcia was already a student at PBIEA), I was able to complete my classes with conviction. I went from being a crew member to being cast in a role in Cocktails and Conversations, one of the Institute’s plays. I was then cast in a comedic role opposite my sister in A Night of 8 x10’s. Roles In Murder and Other Ways to Die and The Intersection of Lincoln and Parks, also with my sister, followed. Intersection was contracted by the Kravis Center’s Rinker playhouse which was a most exciting experience. A silkscreen of Rosa Parks’ bus boycott which I created was prominently displayed on stage. Now, I am in the Creative Writing course. My mind is receptive to endless possibilities behind and on the stage. My friends have indicated that there is a noticeable difference in me and are excited with each new play they attend. Many thanks to my devoted teacher and innovative director who created a nurturing environment for me to flourish which has transformed me into the actress and artist I could be.”

“The Institute is a place to grow as an actor and meet some amazingly gifted people.”

“We love the small, intimate box theater with its comfy, mismatched seats and small stage. Every one of our friends who has come to see a production at PBIEA has loved it. The friendly cast members and crew, the cozy seating, the proximity to the stage, and the excellence of the production combine to create a truly exciting atmosphere, one we’re reluctant to leave at the end of the show. It’s no surprise that, like Bill and me, they return for more whenever they can. I’ve had the privilege of participating in one of the most popular quarterly events the theater puts on, Tongues a’Wagging. Donna sends out a call for personal stories based on a topic she chooses. Those of us whose stories have been chosen, must read them aloud on stage in front of a live audience. I have been on stage, and I have been in the audience, and I rarely miss a Tongues a’Wagging event. The theater is nearly always sold out for all six performances each time.

The gifted author PTL Perrin (Patty Perrin) was kind enough to feature PBIEA on her blog post. For Patty’s complete Blog post about PBIEA and how she really feels about it, click https://tinyurl.com/4j2zys4h and please follow her blog at www.ptlperrinwrites.com