in 2024 Laforteza started with the Rep Children's Theater in 1993, where she was cast in various plays such as
Camelot, Once on This Island, Annie, Romeo and Juliet, and
Taming of the Shrew.'''' In 1995, she joined the
Miss Saigon production in London as an understudy for "Kim", "Gigi" and "Yvette". She stayed there for two years In 1997, she went back to the Philippines and appeared in theatrical and television shows. From 2001 to 2005, she moved to New York and worked there as a baker, medical assistant, restaurant manager, and salesperson, among others. She earned a degree in Hotel Operations Management and took courses at
New York University in acting. In 2011, Laforteza did the role of Nina in
Breakups and Breakdowns. She also did the roles of Sour Kangaroo in Repertory Philippines' production of
Seussical and Sister Berthe in Resort World Manila's
Sound of Music. In 2013, Laforteza was among the actress of
Be Careful with My Heart, a television hit series in the Philippines In 2019, Laforteza was chosen to play as Joy in
Ang Huling El Bimbo, stage production that featured
Eraserheads hit songs. She received honor for in this performance as 2019 LEAF Award for Most Outstanding Actress in a Musical. In 2022, Laforteza was cast in the ABS-CBN television series
Flower of Evil, a Filipino adaptation of a widely popular South Korean drama. In the same year, Laforteza portrayed Rachel in
Joseph the Dreamer, a role that earned her the
Aliw Award for Best Featured Actress in a Musical. Her performance stood out, bringing depth to the character and contributing to the overall impact of the production. Laforteza commemorated her 24-year journey with
Star Magic, receiving a Loyalty Award in 2023. In 2024, Laforteza played the role of Rose and Edith in
One More Chance: The Musical. Laforteza is one the Filipino stars who performed on the two-night fundraising concert "Do You Hear the People Sing?", featuring selections from
Les Misé
rables and
Miss Saigon. Laforteza celebrated her 30th year in musical theater at the
Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) on the Triple Threats concert "A La Carlotta" on August 11, 2024. == Achievements ==