Steven B. Jepson

Steven B. Jepson (born 1960)is an American opera singer, a baritone.[1] In addition to his work in opera he has appeared in musical theater and film.[2] He is best known for his interpretation of Escamillo in Carmen,[3] a role he has played with several companies in the United States and Europe. He was nominated by both Creative Loafing magazine and the Metrolina Theatre Association as best actor for his portrayal of Emile De Becque in South Pacific. He also has performed as principal singer for Norwegian Cruise Line on board the Norwegian Sky.

Steven B. Jepson
Birth nameSteven Baker Jepson
Also known asSteven Jepson
Born (1960-05-28) May 28, 1960
Iowa City, Iowa, United States
GenresOpera, Musical theater, Symphonic, Choral, Pops
Occupation(s)Singer, actor
Years active1986–present
Websitewww.sbjsings.com

Jepson is also a teacher, coach and clinician in acting as well as singing.

References

  1. Norton, Barbara, "A house divided, A production of Barber's Vanessa provides rewards and difficulties", Independent Weekly, October 25, 2006
  2. The Beacon News, "Opera Roles Take Aurora Singer Around the World", February 22, 1998 (subscription access)(Full text via HighBeam.)
  3. Wisbey, Gary, "Singer keys on Lyric's `Toreador'", Chicago Sun-Times, September 5, 1999, p. 10


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