Biography
Joseph Robert Stanek is a multi-talented American entertainer, vocal coach, and television producer based in New York City and in demand worldwide. As a performer, his sumptuous, rich-toned baritone has captivated audiences across the globe-from Broadway stages to an unforgettable solo performance at the ancient Egyptian Temple of Dendur as an honored guest of the United Nations on UN Day.
He is the founder of Tour de Fierce, a high-impact vocal coaching studio that has become a hot commodity among celebrity singers, major entertainment figures, and rising stars eager to launch their careers with precision, power, and polish. Joseph's signature approach to vocal training blends technical mastery with bold, individualized artistry-drawing students from every corner of the globe.
His humanitarian efforts have included service on the board of the Kristin Chenoweth Arts & Education Fund, faculty contributions to Kristin Chenoweth's Broadway Bootcamp, and over 25 benefit concerts in support of Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. He has also performed in benefit events for the National Breast Cancer Foundation, The Recording Academy, and advocacy efforts aimed at advancing national arts legislation.
As a television producer, Joseph's credits include ABC's I'm Coming Home (Executive Producer: Whoopi Goldberg), NBC's A Very Wicked Halloween, and PBS's Angels Among Us-a record-breaking televised concert event that sold over 63,000 tickets in under 30 seconds, making it the fastest sold-out concert in history.
A graduate of L'Accademia dell'Arte, Furman University, and the South Carolina Governor's School for the Arts and Humanities, Joseph brings classical training, industry savvy, and artistic passion to every stage, screen, and studio he touches.
