Mark Stolzenberg is a multifaceted individual with a wide range of talents and accomplishments. As an actor, he has had leading roles in various TV shows such as "Bull" on CBS and "Boardwalk Empire" on HBO, as well as appearances on "The David Letterman Show" on CBS, "Upfront" on TBS, "The Robert Klein Show" on USA Network, "Dellaventura" on CBS, "Best Year Ever" on VH1, "All My Children" on ABC, and "The Maury Povich Show" on FOX. He has also appeared in over 30 SAG TV commercials.
In addition to his acting work, Mr. Stolzenberg is an Associate Professor in the Drama Department at The New School University and the Founding Director of The New York Acting School For Film and Television. He has had a diverse career, starting as a clown with the Ringling Brothers Circus before "running away from the circus to join New York City." He spent years performing stand-up comedy and honing his acting skills in various film and theater productions.
As a writer, Mr. Stolzenberg has optioned three of his screenplays, including one that was a finalist at the Sundance Institute's Screenwriters Lab. He is also the author of three theater books published by Sterling Publishing Co., Inc. in New York. He has written and directed over 30 short films, winning awards for "Best NJ Short Drama" at The Brightside Tavern Short Film Festival and "Best Director" at the Long Island International Film Festival. His films have also been recognized at other festivals, including the Fort Myers Beach Film Festival, the Columbus International Film Festival, the Houston Film Festival, Lincoln Center's Dance on Film Festival, and the New York International Festival for Film and TV.
Mr. Stolzenberg is also the host of regular film screenings throughout the year and is the Executive Producer of Circle of Life Films, LLC, a new film streaming channel and New York-based film production company.
