ABOUT US
PRODUCING ARTISTIC DIRECTORS
CARLOS & MARISA
With a lifelong commitment to the arts, production, and entertainment, Carlos and Marisa bring more than 40 years of combined professional expertise. Their careers have taken them across the world from Europe’s cultural stages to the heart of NYC’s Broadway scene, Orlando’s world-renowned theme parks, and their hometown of Jacksonville, Florida. This global experience is reflected in their refined ability to produce high-quality, immersive art-entertainment experiences.
PERFORMERS. ARTISTS. DIRECTORS. PRODUCERS.
Carlos Garland
With a diverse background in dance, production, and entertainment, Carlos brings his experience spanning theater, television & film, broadway, and other entertainment forms, into the creative, artistic, and professional operations of FYE Productions.
Some industry highlights of Carlos' career experience includes FOX's So You Think You Can Dance, NYC Off-Broadway & Broadway Shows, Walt Disney World, Universal Studios, international & national touring shows, community productions, and more.
His education and training heavily concentrated in creative & performing arts as he attended Lavilla and Douglas Anderson School of the Arts, and Jacksonville University.
With prominent skills in dance movement, martial arts & stunts, character performance, choreography, creative storytelling, and prop design & construction, Carlos' authentic talents produces a caliber of works unique to his abilities.
Marisa Garland
A multi-disciplinary artist in dance, media, and live production, Marisa brings her knowledge of professional and artistic values from her experiences as a creative and performer into the maintenance of FYE Productions.
Some industry highlights of Marisa's career experience includes NYC shows, Walt Disney World, Universal Studios, extensive work with top-tier entertainment production companies, and artistic companies.
Knowledgeable insight on arts & entertainment processes is established through her professional experiences and education journey with Jacksonville University, Broadway Dance Center, and wise mentors.
Marisa's skills excel in dance, visual design, progressive storytelling, and managing talent operations to establish fundamental logistics in production processes.
Together, Carlos and Marisa maintain a respected reputation rooted in exceptional work ethic, deep industry knowledge, and artistic innovation. With thousands of clients served and longstanding relationships across multiple entertainment markets, they continue to elevate every production with skill, professionalism, and creative excellence.
OUR WORK
Spans across major sectors of the industry, including live theatrical productions, Broadway-style shows, commercial entertainment, theme park productions, corporate events, fashion and modeling showcases, music and dance tours, and entertainment production companies. Purpose for the production arts have led us to multiple award-winning productions. Over the years, our collaboration connects with a wide network of creative partners and performance professionals, dancers, singers, actors, models, musicians, circus artists, acrobats, specialty entertainers, fire performers, and more.
A Jacksonville Staple
FYE Productions has a core team rooted from North Florida’s arts & entertainment communities starting from their youth, first as young performers, then as professional artists, mentors, and creative leaders. Their lifelong involvement has allowed them not only to participate in local performances and productions, but to shape and influence generations of Jacksonville artists through their creativity, passion, innovation, and professionalism.
Their impact goes far beyond momentary trends or hobby-level interest. For decades, they have shown an unwavering, authentic commitment to elevating Jacksonville’s arts and entertainment landscape. Through their expertise, consistent leadership, and ongoing artistic business endeavors, they have worked to preserve and advance high-quality entertainment in the city. Their knowledge, experience, and genuine investment in Jacksonville make them uniquely positioned to help continue expanding and enriching the community’s cultural and creative future.