Bio

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Steph Payne is an Emmy Award-winning recording artist, actress, and vocal alchemist whose career fuses music, theater, and high fashion into unforgettable performances. Known for her commanding stage presence, powerhouse vocals, and genre-blending artistry, Payne has captivated audiences from Las Vegas to New York with a style that is equal parts soulful, theatrical, and visually striking.

As a singer and recording artist, Payne has headlined premier Las Vegas venues, sharing stages with acclaimed musicians and delivering electrifying performances that blend soul, jazz, pop, and theatrical storytelling. Her vocal work has been praised for its emotional depth, dynamic range, and ability to move seamlessly between intimate ballads and high-energy showstoppers. Whether in the studio or on stage, Payne’s music is defined by its bold arrangements, emotional honesty, and distinctive fusion of classic influences with modern sensibilities.

Her theater credits include principal roles in Keith Thompson’s God Lives In Glass and the Las Vegas production of the Tony Award-winning Follies. In 2025, Payne marked a milestone with her Off-Broadway debut as “Vice” in Lord Nil: Seven Deadly Sins, earning praise for her magnetic portrayal of a complex, darkly alluring character.

A fearless storyteller, Payne draws inspiration from ritual theater and cabaret enigma, creating work that resonates on both emotional and cultural levels. Beyond the stage, she is committed to empowering the next generation of women in the arts, blending her own journey with a bold vision for diversity, representation, and self-expression.

With her sights set on Broadway and screen roles, Payne continues to push artistic boundaries—garnering industry attention for her ability to merge music, fashion, and narrative into a singular, award-worthy brand.