The Rising Star of Comedy

Mark Orintas is a stand-up comedian and full-time fragrance industry retailer based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Known for his razor-sharp wit, unapologetic candor, and richly personal storytelling, Mark delivers comedy that is as smart as it is fearless. Touring throughout the Eastern U.S., he takes audiences on a hilariously honest ride through the unfiltered realities of gay aging—from injectable enhancements and awkward encounters to the unexpected adventures of reaching what he affectionately calls his “Beekeeping Age” years.

Drawing from a deeply personal archive of life experiences—including his journey through conversion therapy, the path to self-acceptance, and the comedic chaos of midlife—Mark blends biting humor with heartfelt insight. Whether he’s roasting the myths of eternal youth or celebrating the messy beauty of growing older as an “awkwardly aging hottie,” Mark’s comedy is as thought-provoking as it is side-splitting.

With each performance, he redefines what it means to age out loud, laugh with abandon, and find meaning (and mischief) in every chapter of life.

Gracefully Stumbling Thru Beekeeping Age” premieres at Lavender Fest at Out Front Theatre Company in Atlanta on Friday July 18th 8:30pm