Actor, Danny Pino, Miami native and star of NBC’s Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, plays the Book Voice in The Roxy Theatre Group’s (RTG) musical How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying. RTG’s cast and orchestra is composed of 70 students, ages 12-22, as well as guest-artist Pino. RTG is a non-profit arts organization for children and youth.
Born and raised in Miami, Florida, Pino is a long-time supporter of RTG and has served on the program’s Advisory Board since inception. The Cuban-American actor has provided several workshops for the organization’s students.
A Florida International University Alumnus, Pino’s television and film credits include Burn Notice, CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, New York, Flicka and Andy Garcia’s The Lost City.
“Roxy is a place where an interest in theater, dance and music becomes a study and a study becomes a skill. At a time when arts programs are being de-funded, Roxy is more rare and essential to the creative youth in our community.
"I had a fantastic time recording the voiceover for How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, especially knowing I could collaborate with the talented and committed young artists in my hometown.
"I am grateful for the opportunity to contribute to this production and hope that our community further realizes the importance of cultivating creativity and encouraging self expression in all forms." said Danny Pino, in a release.
Currently, playing Detective Nick Amaro on NBC’s hit series Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, he is also well-known for his seven seasons as Detective Scotty Valens on CBS’s Cold Case.
How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying will play from Feb. 17-March 3; Fridays and Saturdays, 8 p.m.; Saturday, March 3, 3 p.m. and 8 p.m.; Sundays, 5:30 p.m. General Admission, $20.
The Gala Fundraiser & Reception will take place on Saturday, Feb. 18 at 7 p.m.. Tickets are $50 each. Proceeds benefit RTG’s Student Scholarship Fund. The Roxy Theatre Group is lcoated at 1645 SW 107 Ave. Miami, across Florida International University, Maidique Campus.
For tickets or more information call 305-226-0030, email JTorgas@RoxyPac.com or visit RoxyPAC.com.
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