Alberto Ferreras is a multifaceted creative force based in New York, boasting a rich cultural heritage as a Spanish-Venezuelan writer, director, and producer. His impressive body of work has garnered widespread recognition, with the feature film "Que Viva La Música" produced by Dynamo, the renowned production company behind the critically acclaimed series "Narcos," and selected for the prestigious Sundance Film Festival in 2015.
Ferreras's literary prowess is equally impressive, as evidenced by his award-winning novel "B as in Beauty," which was published in the United States, Spain, and Italy in 2009 by Hachette. Currently, he is working on a new project, "The Lessons by Alberto Ferreras," an acclaimed series of urban short films that have been showcased at numerous festivals worldwide. Notably, "Lesson #7" was acquired by HBO in 2019, further solidifying Ferreras's reputation as a versatile and innovative storyteller.
In addition to his film and literary endeavors, Ferreras has also made a significant impact in the world of theater. His screenplay and stage play, "Hamlet in Harlem," is currently in development and was recently produced by Theater for The New City for a virtual audience in May 2020.
Ferreras's impressive television credits include the creation, executive production, and direction of the HBO documentary series "Habla," which aired from 2003 to 2020 and is set to premiere a new special on HBO in 2020. He also co-created the short-form bilingual animated children's series "El Perro y el Gato" for HBO Family, which aired from 2004 to 2011.
Ferreras's short films, including "Verbal Sex" (1999),"Tómbola" (1997),and "Bigger" (2004),have premiered at esteemed film festivals such as the Berlinale and Outfest, and have been presented at the British Film Institute in London. Today, Ferreras serves as a consultant for the Smithsonian Latino Center in Washington D.C., further cementing his status as a respected and accomplished creative force in the entertainment industry.
