Branca Ferráz is a multifaceted individual who has made a name for herself in both in front of and behind the camera. Her extensive filmography includes the feature film "Petunia", which boasts an impressive cast featuring Brittany Snow, Thora Birch, David Rasche, and the esteemed Christine Lahti, a winner of multiple Emmy, Golden Globe, and Academy Awards.
Born in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, to actress Olga Danitch and producer Antonio Paulo Ferraz, Branca comes from a unique Brazilian-Russian heritage. Her family's cultural background has undoubtedly played a significant role in shaping her artistic pursuits.
Branca Ferráz's dedication to her craft has led her to train at some of the world's most renowned institutions. She attended the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in New York City, where she honed her skills alongside notable alumni such as Hank Azaria, Lauren Bacall, Ann Bancroft, Adrien Brody, Danny DeVito, and Anne Hathaway. Additionally, she received training at the prestigious Bristol Old Vic Theatre School, an institution that boasts an impressive list of alumni, including Academy Award winners Daniel Day-Lewis and Jeremy Irons, as well as notable actors such as Patrick Stewart, Pete Postlethwaite, and Miranda Richardson.
Throughout her career, Branca Ferráz has worked globally, with credits in countries including Brazil, the US, the UK, Canada, and Italy. Her versatility extends beyond acting, as she is also a skilled Cirque du Soleil aerialist with extensive professional experience. Her specialty apparatus includes the Corde Lisse/Rope, as well as Tissu/Aerial Silks/Fabric, Lyra/Aerial Hoops, and Trapèze Fixe and Ballant (static and swinging trapeze).
Branca Ferráz has had the privilege of training with some of the industry's most respected professionals. She has worked with Cirque du Soleil's André Simard, performing with his innovative aerial company Les Gens d'R. Additionally, she has trained Trapèze Ballant and Aerial Straps technique in Montréal with Cirque du Soleil's coach Victor Fomine, and aerial rope with former Cirque du Soleil aerialists Irena Purschke, Véronique Thibault, and Eliane Domanski.
Most recently, Branca Ferráz can add Bodybuilder to her impressive list of credits, solidifying her status as a multi-talented individual with a wide range of skills and accomplishments.
