Mike “The Situation” Sorrentino: Reality Check – Live in NYC

Mike “The Situation” Sorrentino discusses Reality Check, his powerful story of addiction, recovery, redemption and rebuilding his life.
About this Event

Join us for a one-night-only, in-person evening with world-wide superstar Mike “The Situation” Sorrentino celebrating his memoir, Reality Check: Making the Best of The Situation.

Best known to millions from MTV’s Jersey Shore, Mike’s story extends far beyond what viewers saw on television. This live event will take a deeper look at his journey through fame, addiction, recovery, Pr*son, family, and the work it took to rebuild his life.

Mike will be joined in conversation by Andy Symonds, co-author of Reality Check, for a candid discussion about the stories behind the book, the moments that changed his life, and what he’s learned along the way.

This is more than a book talk. It’s a conversation about second chances, resilience, and making the best of even the most difficult situations.

WHAT TO EXPECT

• A live conversation with Mike “The Situation” Sorrentino and Andy Symonds
• Stories and behind-the-scenes moments from Reality Check
• A candid discussion about fame, addiction, recovery, family, and redemption
• Audience Q&A
• A pre-signed hardcover copy of Reality Check included with every ticket

VIP EXPERIENCE

A limited number of VIP tickets will be available and include:

• Early admission to a private pre-show VIP experience
• An opportunity to personally meet Mike
• A professional photo with Mike
• Light bites and refreshments
• Early access to the theatre following the VIP experience
• A pre-signed hardcover copy of Reality Check

VIP availability is extremely limited.

ABOUT MIKE SORRENTINO

Mike “The Situation” Sorrentino became a household name as one of the original cast members of MTV’s cultural phenomenon Jersey Shore. His larger-than-life personality made him one of reality television’s most recognizable stars, but behind the success was a deeply personal struggle with addiction.

After years of highs and lows, Mike entered recovery and transformed his life. Today, he is a husband, father, entrepreneur, author, and advocate for addiction recovery, sharing his story in hopes that his experiences can help others.

In Reality Check: Making the Best of The Situation, Mike opens up about his rise to fame, addiction, legal troubles and Pr*son sentence, as well as the recovery, relationships, and personal growth that ultimately gave him a second chance.

ABOUT ANDY SYMONDS

Andy Symonds is the co-author of Reality Check: Making the Best of The Situation and will join Mike onstage for the evening’s conversation, taking audiences deeper into the stories and experiences behind the memoir.

IMPORTANT NOTES

• This is a live, in-person event at SVA Theatre in New York City
• Sunday, November 8, 2026
• Doors open at 5:00 PM
• Event begins at 6:00 PM
• Seating is general admission and first come, first served
• Every ticket includes one pre-signed hardcover copy of Reality Check
• VIP ticket holders will receive early admission and details regarding VIP check-in prior to the event
• Refund requests must be submitted through Eventbrite no later than one day before the event

One night. One room. One very real story.

Reserve your seat now.

Agenda

🕑: 04:00 PM
VIP Doors Open

Info: VIP guests will have the opportunity to meet Mike, take a photo, and enjoy light bites before the main event.

🕑: 05:00 PM
General Admission Doors Open

Info: General admission check-in begins. Guests will receive their pre-signed copy of Reality Check upon arrival. Seating is first come, first served.

🕑: 06:00 PM
Event Begins

Info: Mike “The Situation” Sorrentino joins Reality Check co-author Andy Symonds for a live conversation about the stories behind the memoir and Mike’s journey.

🕑: 07:00 PM
Audience Q&A

Info: Mike and Andy take questions from the audience.

🕑: 07:30 PM
Event Concludes