Al chats with Stephen Sorrentino - Comic Crusaders Podcast #78

For the past decade, veteran comedian and character actor Stephen Sorrentino has been a top headliner in Las Vegas and Atlantic City -- and developed a reputation as a true impressionist icon. But, as the Strip began to re-open post-lockdown, fans and locals learned that Sorrentino had packed his bags and left Sin City to pursue other projects. His starring role in the indie film "A Tale of Redemption and Regret With Sunny the Heat" is receiving rave reviews and sweeping awards on the film festival circuit. In true dramatic form, Sorrentino re-invented himself during the pandemic and is bringing the "Heat."

Video Version: https://youtu.be/pCktjXsRD50

Visit his website: stephensorrentino.com
Follow him on Twitter: @SSSorrentino

Thanks for listening / watching!

Host: Al Mega (Twitter/Instagram/Facebook): @TheRealAlMega / @ComicCrusaders

Make sure to Like/Share/Subscribe if you haven’t yet. https://www.youtube.com/c/comiccrusad…

Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/comiccrusaders

Visit the official Comic Crusaders Comic Book Shop:  comiccrusaders.shop

Visit the OFFICIAL Comic Crusaders Swag Shop at: comiccrusaders.us

Episode 78 in an unlimited series!

Main Site: https://www.comiccrusaders.com/​​​​

Sister Sites: http://www.undercovercapes.com​​​​

http://www.geekerymagazine.com​​​​

http://www.splinteredpress.com

Pick up official Undercover Capes Podcast Network merchandise exclusively on RedBubble.com – bit.ly/UCPNMerch

Streamyard is the platform of choice used by Comic Crusaders and The Undercover Capes Podcast Network to stream! Check out their premium plans for this amazing and versatile tool, sign up now: https://bit.ly/ComicCrusadersStreamyard

About Stephen Sorrentino

Comedian Stephen Sorrentino has brought audiences to hysterics with his quick-witted humor, incredible singing voice, and spot-on mimicry throughout his career. Sorrentino is a true showman known as a comedian, singer, and impressionist, all rolled into one. Hailed by Variety for his “hilarious, show-stealing gusto,” Sorrentino has shared the stage with superstars such as Patti LaBelle, Dennis Miller, Dana Carvey, and the legendary Debbie Reynolds. However, as a 3rd generations showbusiness professional, this Long Island native always knew that he wanted to pursue a career in music and theatre, learning to play piano, sax, flute, and guitar at a young age. Stephen first stepped on stage at the age of 5 by introducing his grandfather and singing an Irish duet. By the sixth grade, he was doing mock “Tonight Shows,” where a friend would play Johnny Carson, and the young Sorrentino would portray all the other guest stars on the show.

Sorrentino was involved in musical theatre during high school and college and began musical composition, eventually landing a publishing deal with Famous Music /Paramount, signing recording contracts. At Paramount, he realized that his cousin was “The Boss” himself: Bruce Springsteen. After a subsequent record release, Sorrentino formed a groundbreaking tribute act, eventually touring 25 countries and 43 states, performing for Disney, Dick Clark, and Legends in Concert, making him the # 1 Elton John impersonator in the world.

While performing in Atlantic City, Sorrentino was cast in his first of 21 film roles, as a Mafia boss/drag queen in the cult hit comedy, Homo Heights (a comedy), also stars literary and film icon Quentin Crisp and actress lea Delaria (Orange is the new Black) Following the film, he studied at The Second City, with Martin de Maat, one of the most respected teachers of improvisational theatre. Since then, Sorrentino has starred in several award-winning independent films for Showtime, sitcoms for FOX and NBC, and appearances on “America’s Most Wanted,” “7 Days,” and “The Jimmy Kimmel Show.” After several appearances on “Hollywood Squares,” dozens of radio and TV talk shows, and more than 50 TV commercials, Sorrentino decided it was time to create his show, Voices in My Head. Voices features 14-cast members and has toured the United States, enjoyed successful runs at the Riviera and Paris hotels in Las Vegas, and Atlantic City’s Tropicana, receiving rave reviews in every venue. Sorrentino has also appeared in the History Channel’s “Only In America,” with Larry The Cable Guy, touring Europe to sell houses for six straight months.

Sorrentino has received the distinguished honor of being named “Male Impressionist of the Year” by the International Guild of Celebrity Impersonators and Tribute Acts (IGCITA) for three years in a row and won Best Actor in the 48-hour film competition for "The Industry."

Recently, Sorrentino has broadened his horizons to return to his roots in musical theater and included a two-month run as Mr. Bumble in the Musical OLIVER and played five roles in ANNIE production with "All in the Family "star Sally Struthers.