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I am an up-and-coming actor living in the Los Angeles area. Through musical theater, I discovered my love for acting. My senior year in high school, I had the honor of playing Alfred P. Doolittle, father to Eliza in our production of “My Fair Lady”. During the middle of the two-week run, near the end of the play, Eliza began packing to move in with her teacher, Professor Higgins. Suddenly I found myself missing my daughter. I was in the moment. Of course, once your notice you’re in the moment, you are suddenly out of it. But that moment began my journey into another form of storytelling.
As an actor, I believe my job is to help tell the story that was written for me. Starting out in the industry, I learned that if I wasn’t getting cast, I needed to create. I used my skills as a songwriter to start telling narrative stories. In 2015, I wrote, directed and performed in two films. “Even Steve” is an alt-history biography of my life if life didn’t go according to plan. Steve tries to navigate the singer/songwriter scene in LA. “Making Amends” is a film that revolves around a young woman who must confront her father’s addiction and make a tough decision that will profoundly impact her life. As she grapples with family dynamics and personal choices, the film delves into themes of love, responsibility, and resilience.
In 2018, I created a one-person show called “My Calico Soul” and I’m proud to say that it sold out it’s run. This show, written and produced by me and co-directed by Jessica Lynn Johnson, is a journey of bisexual identity and the labels we embrace. I used personal stories, childhood memories and present-day reflections and used the music from my childhood to tell my life story and its ups and downs.
In 2020, I wrote a thriller drama about a man at the end of his rope called “Echoes of Kerberos”. I won’t give the story away, but the film is on this website if you’d like to give it a go. I produced it and performed the lead role of Robert. I am deeply proud of the festival run it had and have won several awards for myself and my cast and crew across the board.
Last year, I directed a music video for an amazing artist and friend, Kayla Burch called “Broken Mirror”. It also did well in festivals. This year we collaborated on a song and video called “reasons”. We co-wrote the song for Kayla’s wedding. She sang it to her husband for her wedding vows. I am deeply proud of this wonderful project. I am also proud to have appeared in several productions that I was but a humble performer in. Please head over to my EPK page to learn more.
I have released two CDs on streaming and for purchase on my Bandcamp page: "Cry by the Light of the Moon." (2014) (Stream | Purchase) and "Infinity" (2018) (Stream | Purchase). This past year, I have been recording several singles that are being collected under the title of “A Trip Around the Sun” (Purchase). This is a passion project where I am attempting to release 20 original songs in a year.
I have been told that I embody the essence of an artist. My creative journey transcends boundaries, weaving together music, film, and theater. I was involved in musical theater in high school and in college. My musical journey began with a guitar in hand and a heart full of stories. My songwriting is a tapestry of vulnerability, honesty, and poetic expression.
My love for music traces back to my dad—a trombonist who played in a college dance band. Those nostalgic tunes from his era seeped into my soul, shaping my musical sensibilities. But as any self-respecting kid of the '70s, I also grooved to the hits of the day—Earth, Wind & Fire, and the Gang. Singer/songwriters like James Taylor, Carole King, Billy Joel, Elton John, Sting and the Eagles became the part of the soundtrack of my youth and the songs that I write.
Yet, my musical odyssey took an unexpected turn. As a child, I stumbled upon old radio shows from the '40s and '50s—the “Theater of the Mind.” One fateful morning, my alarm clock accidentally tuned in to a radio station. There, I discovered the timeless voices of Sinatra, Tormé, Goodman, and Bird. From that moment, I was hooked—my musical tastes expanded, embracing every style and genre. Because of that, these amazing songs whisper in my ear.
Because of this, my musical style defies labels. I invoke the spirit of the jazz crooner, infusing each note with emotion, yet at the same time, my songwriting draws from the great story tellers of music. A song is more than poetry set to music. Music is what happens when you’re so full of emotion that mere words cannot express how you feel. Through my words, I hope to evoke emotions, spark memories, and connect souls. I love to tell stories as both a songwriter and a screenwriter. Steve’s musical curiosity knows no bounds. He embraces various styles, from country/western to blues. His willingness to explore different genres enriches his artistic expression. Whether he’s strumming a guitar, playing the piano, or experimenting with orchestration, Steve’s versatility shines through.
So, whether I’m strumming a guitar, or belting out a ballad, or experimenting with the fusion of my influences, know that my melodies are woven with purpose. They’re my way of reaching out, across genres and eras, to touch your heart.