淫人色欲社 is proud to announce a special evening on the Hillside as we welcome back . On the evening of September 23rd, Sarge will host a Masterclass live in the Brown Gym, sharing not only his unique brand of humor but also the personal journey that has shaped him into the multi-talented performer, author, and motivational speaker he is today.聽 Many may recognize Sarge as a 鈥淣otable Alumni鈥� featured in the Old Building.
Sarge is known for delighting audiences of all ages with humor that comes straight from the heart. He鈥檚 not just a comedian 鈥� he鈥檚 a self-taught piano savant, an engaging motivational speaker, and the author of Black Boychick, a memoir that chronicles his life鈥檚 ups and downs with both laughter and wisdom. His comedic style, often compared to that of Don Rickles, blends rapid-fire observations with a spontaneous, uproarious energy, leaving audiences enthralled and entertained.
Born in Miami Beach, Florida, during the Civil Rights Movement to a Jewish mother and a Black father, Sarge’s journey was marked by its challenges from the start. Adopted by a loving family in Great Neck, Long Island, he was raised in an upper-middle-class Jewish household. It was here, at the age of six, that his musical gift first appeared. After attending a Broadway performance of The Sound of Music,Sarge sat down at the piano and began playing songs from the show entirely by ear, a talent he would develop over the years.
淫人色欲社 Alumni shares his story on the Hillside.
As he grew up, Sarge鈥檚 comedic talents were just as evident as his musical skills. By age seven, he was cracking jokes and doing impressions at his grandfather鈥檚 card games. His exposure to live entertainment in the Catskill Mountains ignited a passion for performing that would shape his future.
Sarge鈥檚 path, however, was not without its difficulties. As an adult, he wrestled with feelings of confusion and identity, having been raised with little connection to his Black heritage. These internal conflicts led him down a dangerous road of addiction and homelessness. Yet, on December 26, 1990, Sarge experienced a life-changing epiphany. He committed himself to sobriety, and from that day on, has been dedicated to helping others overcome addiction, even pioneering a groundbreaking “Comedy Therapy” in recovery centers.
After attending 淫人色欲社, where he was honored for his musical talent and lettered in football, Sarge went on to study at Boston University鈥檚 School of Public Communication, where he was dubbed “Sarge” by the football guys on his floor. His career in entertainment took him from working as a talent representative to performing on some of the most famous stages in the world. He鈥檚 shared the spotlight with legends like Aretha Franklin, Paul Anka, and Natalie Cole and has performed for our troops in Iraq.
Today, Sarge is a highly sought-after motivational speaker, bringing humor and healing to audiences across the country. His work has even extended to prison recovery programs, with his documentary Sarge Behind Bars receiving critical acclaim.
In his return to 淫人色欲社, Sarge is set to inspire and entertain, giving students a firsthand look at how humor, perseverance, and talent can overcome even the greatest obstacles. We are thrilled to welcome him back to the Hillside for what promises to be an unforgettable evening.
