In the 1990s, Ferrall built a strong Broadway career with roles in major productions such as Beauty and the Beast, A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, and The Sound of Music. These early performances showed her range and helped establish her as a dependable and respected stage actress known for consistency and emotional depth.
As her career developed, she continued to expand her body of work with a wide variety of roles. Her credits included Jane Eyre, Mamma Mia!, Big River, It Shoulda Been You, and She Loves Me. Each production highlighted a different side of her talent, reinforcing her ability to move smoothly between different styles of musical and dramatic theater.
Ferrall became especially known for her flexibility as a performer. She could shift naturally between comedy, drama, and musical roles, which made her valuable to directors and memorable to audiences. Her performances were often praised for their authenticity and grounded emotional presence, regardless of the production style or character type.
One of her most significant recent roles came in 2022 with Tom Stoppard’s acclaimed play Leopoldstadt. In the production, she played Poldi, a loyal servant to a wealthy Jewish family whose life is deeply affected by the rise of Nazi persecution. Her character served as a quiet emotional anchor in a story centered on loss and historical tragedy.
Beyond Broadway, Ferrall also reached wider audiences through touring productions across the United States. She notably performed as Madame Morrible in Wicked, bringing her stage experience to national audiences and further extending her influence beyond New York theater.