Bass-Baritone

Bio:
Mark Edward Smith is living his dream working as an actor and singer in Los Angeles. He has worked in TV, film and concert stages throughout North America and Europe. Bass with the LA Master Chorale for 15 seasons. He has sung on dozens of blockbuster film scores; Mulan, Sing 1&2, Secret Life of Pets (1&2) Minions, Star Wars, Jumanji to name a few. A versatile vocalist who has recorded or performed live with Sting (tour), Sheryl Crow, Herbie Hancock, Vinx (tour), Vonda Shepard, LA Philharmonic, LA Chamber Orchestra and New York Philharmonic. Honored to sing the Shopkeeper role in the world premier of Eric Whitacre’s Christmas opera, The Gift of the Magi. A guest soloist with the Santa Monica Symphony. Mark is a working actor that has appeared in over 8 dozen National tv commercials, top rated dramas and comedies; from Everybody Loves Raymond to Ray Donovan. Mark’s love for music began in his hometown Kansas City, MO. He received his BFA from Stephens College in Theatre. Prior to that he attended the University of Missouri as a music major on full viola and voice scholarships. When his schedule permits, he loves to play violin or viola with the Santa Monica Symphony.