Jim Sorensen
Latest News on Jim Sorensen:
A CHRISTMAS CAROL is Coming to Tampa Repertory Theatre (Oct 20, 2025)
A CHRISTMAS CAROL and More Set for Tampa Repertory Theatre 2025–2026 Season (Aug 18, 2025)
Review: Reagle Music Theatre's BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL Lives Up to its Name (Jun 15, 2025)
A CHRISTMAS CAROL is Coming to Tampa Repertory Theatre (Oct 20, 2025)
A CHRISTMAS CAROL and More Set for Tampa Repertory Theatre 2025–2026 Season (Aug 18, 2025)
Review: Reagle Music Theatre's BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL Lives Up to its Name (Jun 15, 2025)
BIO
JIM SORENSEN has been an actor, singer, administrator, producer, designer, director, and all-around theatre practitioner for over 30 years. He has worked in theatres from Alaska to Florida, from New York to California, and traveled the world as an entertainer on cruise ships. Since founding freeFall Theatre in 2010, he has made Florida’s Gulf Coast his home, and has been recognized with numerous awards for direction, design, and performance.
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STAGE TUBE: The Making of freeFall's THE NORMAL HEART - Part 3
by Tyler Peterson - 2014-02-15 17:30:05
STAGE TUBE: The Making of freeFall's THE NORMAL HEART - Part 2
by Diana Heisroth - 2014-02-07 19:01:35
STAGE TUBE: The Making of freeFall's THE NORMAL HEART - Part 1
by Diana Heisroth - 2014-01-24 19:48:22
STAGE TUBE: The Making of freeFall's THE NORMAL HEART - Part 1
by Tyler Peterson - 2014-01-24 13:18:30
News
A CHRISTMAS CAROL is Coming to Tampa Repertory Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 20, 2025
Tampa Repertory Theatre will ring in the holiday season with A Christmas Carol: A Live Radio Play, a heartwarming and inventive adaptation of Charles Dickens' timeless tale. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 20, 2025
Tampa Repertory Theatre will ring in the holiday season with A Christmas Carol: A Live Radio Play, a heartwarming and inventive adaptation of Charles Dickens' timeless tale. Learn more!
A CHRISTMAS CAROL and More Set for Tampa Repertory Theatre 2025"2026 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 18, 2025
Tampa Repertory Theatre has revealed its 2025–2026 season. The lineup features three productions that are by turns heartwarming, hilarious, and deeply human: the timeless redemption of A Christmas Carol, plus more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 18, 2025
Tampa Repertory Theatre has revealed its 2025–2026 season. The lineup features three productions that are by turns heartwarming, hilarious, and deeply human: the timeless redemption of A Christmas Carol, plus more.
Review: Reagle Music Theatre's BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL Lives Up to its Name
by R. Scott Reedy - Jun 15, 2025
When it comes to jukebox musicals, “Beautiful – The Carole King Musical” is one of the very best – a veritable Wurlitzer 1015.
by R. Scott Reedy - Jun 15, 2025
When it comes to jukebox musicals, “Beautiful – The Carole King Musical” is one of the very best – a veritable Wurlitzer 1015.
Last Chance To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Tampa Awards; ANNIE at Carrollwood players Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 27, 2024
This is the last chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Tampa Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Dec 27, 2024
This is the last chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Tampa Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Final Week To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Tampa Awards; Carrollwood players Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 23, 2024
This is the final week to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Tampa Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Dec 23, 2024
This is the final week to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Tampa Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Vote For The 2024 BroadwayWorld Tampa Awards; ANNIE at Carrollwood players Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 16, 2024
Voting continues for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Tampa Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Dec 16, 2024
Voting continues for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Tampa Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Latest Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW Tampa Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 10, 2024
Don't miss your chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Tampa Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Dec 10, 2024
Don't miss your chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Tampa Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Review: USHERING IN THE HOLIDAYS WITH ITS A WONDERFUL LIFE: A LIVE RADIO PLAY at TampaRep
by Drew Eberhard - Dec 8, 2024
What did our critic think of USHERING IN THE HOLIDAYS WITH ITS A WONDERFUL LIFE: A LIVE RADIO PLAY at TampaRep?
by Drew Eberhard - Dec 8, 2024
What did our critic think of USHERING IN THE HOLIDAYS WITH ITS A WONDERFUL LIFE: A LIVE RADIO PLAY at TampaRep?
Review: TampaRep's NEXT TO NORMAL is a Theatrical Triumph at USF Theatre
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - Jun 3, 2024
TampaRep's NEXT TO NORMAL was, in one word, perfection. Expertly directed by Emilia Sargent, it was a theatrical triumph. The proof was that I could look across the stage and see patrons wiping their eyes and hear the quiet sniffling behind me. The intimate performance on Saturday night was a masterful blend of raw emotion, superb acting, and technical brilliance, leaving us spellbound.
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - Jun 3, 2024
TampaRep's NEXT TO NORMAL was, in one word, perfection. Expertly directed by Emilia Sargent, it was a theatrical triumph. The proof was that I could look across the stage and see patrons wiping their eyes and hear the quiet sniffling behind me. The intimate performance on Saturday night was a masterful blend of raw emotion, superb acting, and technical brilliance, leaving us spellbound.
Review: Tampa Repertory Theatre's Astonishing NEXT TO NORMAL
by Peter Nason - Jun 1, 2024
It's a show that's all aces, where the stellar cast, crew, music, and important storyline all come together to earn every standing ovation it will receive.
by Peter Nason - Jun 1, 2024
It's a show that's all aces, where the stellar cast, crew, music, and important storyline all come together to earn every standing ovation it will receive.
Previews: NEXT TO NORMAL at TampaRep
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - May 23, 2024
Alexis Carra's Diana battles with bipolar disorder and the effects of her illness on her husband Dan, portrayed by Jim Sorensen, and their daughter Natalie, played by Mariela Zeno, bring to light the complexities of mental health and the challenges it poses to familial relationships. The cast also includes Nicholas Perez-Hoop as Dr. Madden, Ben Sutherland as Gabe, and Max Dalton as Henry, all contributing to the powerful story.
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - May 23, 2024
Alexis Carra's Diana battles with bipolar disorder and the effects of her illness on her husband Dan, portrayed by Jim Sorensen, and their daughter Natalie, played by Mariela Zeno, bring to light the complexities of mental health and the challenges it poses to familial relationships. The cast also includes Nicholas Perez-Hoop as Dr. Madden, Ben Sutherland as Gabe, and Max Dalton as Henry, all contributing to the powerful story.
Cast Set For NEXT TO NORMAL at TampaRep
by Stephi Wild - Mar 26, 2024
Tampa Repertory Theatre has announced the cast for its production of the Tony and Pulitzer Prize-winning rock musical Next to Normal, with book and lyrics by Brian Yorkey and music by Tom Kitt.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 26, 2024
Tampa Repertory Theatre has announced the cast for its production of the Tony and Pulitzer Prize-winning rock musical Next to Normal, with book and lyrics by Brian Yorkey and music by Tom Kitt.
Review: An Eye-Opening STRAIGHT WHITE MEN by Young Jean Lee Premieres at Tamparep
by Drew Eberhard - Feb 5, 2024
Young Jean Lee’s Straight White Men is a 2014 Dramatic Comedy that premiered off-Broadway at the Public Theatre in New York City on November 7, 2014. Directed by the playwright Lee, and featuring Austin Pendleton as “Ed”, Pete Simpson, James Stanely, and Gary Wilmes. Following its run off Broadway, the play was then produced by Steppenwolf Theatre in Chicago, opening in February 2017 and running until March 26, 2017. Young Jean Lee’s play made its transfer to Broadway with Previews beginning at the Hayes Theatre June 29,2018, with its official opening night on July 23. Directed by Anna D. Shapiro, and featuring a cast of Armie Hammer as Drew, Josh Charles as Jake, Paul Schneider as Matt, Kate Bornstein and Ty Defoe as “Stagehands-in-Charge,” and Stephen Payne as Ed. Both Tom Skerritt and Denis Arndt had ties to the production but left before opening and during previews.
by Drew Eberhard - Feb 5, 2024
Young Jean Lee’s Straight White Men is a 2014 Dramatic Comedy that premiered off-Broadway at the Public Theatre in New York City on November 7, 2014. Directed by the playwright Lee, and featuring Austin Pendleton as “Ed”, Pete Simpson, James Stanely, and Gary Wilmes. Following its run off Broadway, the play was then produced by Steppenwolf Theatre in Chicago, opening in February 2017 and running until March 26, 2017. Young Jean Lee’s play made its transfer to Broadway with Previews beginning at the Hayes Theatre June 29,2018, with its official opening night on July 23. Directed by Anna D. Shapiro, and featuring a cast of Armie Hammer as Drew, Josh Charles as Jake, Paul Schneider as Matt, Kate Bornstein and Ty Defoe as “Stagehands-in-Charge,” and Stephen Payne as Ed. Both Tom Skerritt and Denis Arndt had ties to the production but left before opening and during previews.
Previews: STRAIGHT WHITE MEN at TampaRep
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - Jan 31, 2024
STRAIGHT WHITE MEN explores identity, privilege, and masculinity in contemporary America as three brothers, Matt, Jake, and Drew, reunite with their father, Ed, for Christmas. Guided by the 'Persons in Charge,' the audience gains a new perspective on heterosexual males.
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - Jan 31, 2024
STRAIGHT WHITE MEN explores identity, privilege, and masculinity in contemporary America as three brothers, Matt, Jake, and Drew, reunite with their father, Ed, for Christmas. Guided by the 'Persons in Charge,' the audience gains a new perspective on heterosexual males.
TampaRep to Present STRAIGHT WHITE MEN in February
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 8, 2024
TampaRep presents Straight White Men, a provocative comedy exploring identity, privilege, and masculinity in contemporary America. Follow three brothers as they navigate family dynamics during the holiday season.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 8, 2024
TampaRep presents Straight White Men, a provocative comedy exploring identity, privilege, and masculinity in contemporary America. Follow three brothers as they navigate family dynamics during the holiday season.
Review: Arthur Miller's THE CRUCIBLE Staged in Unique Form At ThinkTank Theater And Tampa Rep
by Drew Eberhard - Oct 3, 2023
Arthur Miller’s Masterpiece The Crucible is a 1953 play that is both dramatized and fictionalized around the true events of the Salem Witch Trials between 1692-93. Written as a Political Allegory on McCarthyism, Miller used its dramatizations to detail a time in which the United States Government persecuted people who were accused of being a part of the Communist Party. The Crucible was first performed on January 22, 1953 at the Martin Beck Theatre on Broadway. The original production featured performances from E.G. Marshall, Beatrice Straight, and Madeline Sherwood. Though the play was widely criticized often through hostile remarks, Miller’s play went on to win the Tony Award for Best Play of 1953. A year later, a remounted production was performed and in its wake, the play became a classic. Later esteemed as a central piece in the Canon of American Drama, and regarded as one of Miller’s finest works.
by Drew Eberhard - Oct 3, 2023
Arthur Miller’s Masterpiece The Crucible is a 1953 play that is both dramatized and fictionalized around the true events of the Salem Witch Trials between 1692-93. Written as a Political Allegory on McCarthyism, Miller used its dramatizations to detail a time in which the United States Government persecuted people who were accused of being a part of the Communist Party. The Crucible was first performed on January 22, 1953 at the Martin Beck Theatre on Broadway. The original production featured performances from E.G. Marshall, Beatrice Straight, and Madeline Sherwood. Though the play was widely criticized often through hostile remarks, Miller’s play went on to win the Tony Award for Best Play of 1953. A year later, a remounted production was performed and in its wake, the play became a classic. Later esteemed as a central piece in the Canon of American Drama, and regarded as one of Miller’s finest works.
Review: Tampa Rep and Think Tank Theatre's Production of Arthur Miller's THE CRUCIBLE
by Peter Nason - Oct 1, 2023
It's all over the place in style and tone, but the acting and Miller's wondrous words save the day.
by Peter Nason - Oct 1, 2023
It's all over the place in style and tone, but the acting and Miller's wondrous words save the day.
TampaRep And ThinkTank Present THE CRUCIBLE, September 29- October 15
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 31, 2023
Tampa Repertory Theatre and ThinkTank Theatre will co-produce a stark and powerful production of Arthur Miller's classic play The Crucible, running from September 29th through October 15th at Stageworks Theatre in Tampa, with the Opening Night Celebration on Saturday, September 30th at 6:30pm.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 31, 2023
Tampa Repertory Theatre and ThinkTank Theatre will co-produce a stark and powerful production of Arthur Miller's classic play The Crucible, running from September 29th through October 15th at Stageworks Theatre in Tampa, with the Opening Night Celebration on Saturday, September 30th at 6:30pm.
ThinkTank Teams up with freeFall and Stageworks for their Both Sides of the Bay Cabaret Series
by Stephi Wild - May 2, 2023
ThinkTank Theatre is teaming up with freeFall and Stageworks Theatres for their May Cabaret Series appropriately named ‘Both Sides of the Bay Cabaret’. The cast will feature local favorites and newcomers as well members of ThinkTank’s Young Artists’ Ensemble Company.
by Stephi Wild - May 2, 2023
ThinkTank Theatre is teaming up with freeFall and Stageworks Theatres for their May Cabaret Series appropriately named ‘Both Sides of the Bay Cabaret’. The cast will feature local favorites and newcomers as well members of ThinkTank’s Young Artists’ Ensemble Company.
Review: Paul Potenza Will Break Your Heart as THE ELEPHANT MAN at The Tampa Repertory Theatre
by Peter Nason - Feb 6, 2023
Sometimes a show comes along that is so powerful, at times shattering, with a top-flight cast, that it deserves two Broadway World reviews. Tampa Rep's production of THE ELEPHANT MAN certainly fits into that category. My BWW colleague, Drew Eberhard, saw the show at its final preview, and I had the honor of attending its opening weekend. At the play's center is a performance by Paul Potenza in the title role that should have anyone reading this sentence to stop what they're doing and obtain their tickets ASAP. THE ELEPHANT MAN runs at the HCC Studio Theater in Ybor City thru February 19th, so you better hurry.
by Peter Nason - Feb 6, 2023
Sometimes a show comes along that is so powerful, at times shattering, with a top-flight cast, that it deserves two Broadway World reviews. Tampa Rep's production of THE ELEPHANT MAN certainly fits into that category. My BWW colleague, Drew Eberhard, saw the show at its final preview, and I had the honor of attending its opening weekend. At the play's center is a performance by Paul Potenza in the title role that should have anyone reading this sentence to stop what they're doing and obtain their tickets ASAP. THE ELEPHANT MAN runs at the HCC Studio Theater in Ybor City thru February 19th, so you better hurry.
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