J.P. Ross (Drifter) J. P. is an actor/musician and teaching/development artist based in Brooklyn, NYC where he was born and raised.  J.P. studied for his BFA in Musical Theater at Columbia College Chicago. Upon his return to NY, J.P. immediately began pursuing a career in the arts appearing in various off-broadway, regional productions and workshops. Some of his most recent credits include Lilies: Off-Broadway, Mannequin Diaries and The Start Up Musical.  When not performing, J.P. takes pride in his work as a Music instructor in Brooklyn and with “The Starts of Tomorrow Project.” Co-founded by Tony Danza and Brian D. Hills.