tony award winner, Outer critics circle award winner, drama league nominee, outmusic award winner, levi kreis is an actor, artist, podcaster and entrepreneur who simply wants to make a difference.

Born in Oliver Springs, TN, the foothills of the Smokey Mountains, Levi was primarily influenced by the church. His gospel-rich vocals and church-inspired piano style has defined some of his best known songs. Along with the cultural influence of country, bluegrass and rockabilly (Brenda Lee was a mentor of his growing up), Levi has a natural language with Americana music.

A full scholarship to study classical piano at Vanderbilt University was awarded Levi as a sophomore in high school under a pre-college program. Upon completion, he transferred credits to Belmont University where he earned his bachelor’s degree in music. Later, he was accepted into Warner Loughlin Studios in Los Angeles where he began his theatrical studies.

Levi’s life has been chronicled through nine album releases to date. Each one reveals a new side to this singer/songwriter, taking you through a myriad of genres – piano pop, gospel, country, r&b and jazz. Levi’s music has been featured in film and television shows including The Vampire Diaries, Sons of Anarchy and So You Think You Can Dance. Kreis has acquired some impressive accolades – top ten positions on various charts, #1 music videos, national tours, TV appearances on The View, David Letterman, Jimmy Fallon and a Tony Award for originating the role of Jerry Lee Lewis in Broadway’s Million Dollar Quartet. But for any fan who has been there throughout his journey, they know that a need to make a difference is the reason Levi does what he does.

Kreis says, “I’ve always believed that our mess is our ministry. I may be more candid than the next guy about my obstacles and struggles. I am not interested in painting a perfect picture for the world to see - not when people all around me need to know how to turn their pain into personal power. The driving force behind all that I do is narrow and defined - I want to heal. And if there is any moment in music, on stage, or in film that I can channel something that is greater than myself for the good of others, then that is absolutely why I am here.”