★ Featured Acts ★
LEGACY
A Tribute to the King of Pop
LEGACY has been described, as the epitome of what a Michael Jackson tribute show should look like. LEGACY embodies the live, onstage work of the King of Pop featuring MJ impersonator LC Jackson. LEGACY will keep you on the edge of your seat (or on your toes for that matter) as you’re taken through a [...]
Sean Emery
Funny guy, jugglin' stuff
With his talent and an uncanny ability to read people, Sean Emery will scoop up your audience and embrace them with his circusy skills, comedy, and showmanship. Sean is an eccentric and talented entertainer, wowing the crowd with jaw-dropping juggling stunts that will have you asking yourself “How does he do that?” Professionally trained with [...]
The Okee Dokee Brothers
Family music
The Okee Dokee Brothers remind children (and adults) of their intrinsic ability to discover, imagine, and create through music. By appealing to the musical needs of the entire family and recognizing that kids deserve quality music, they are working full-time to advance the children’s music genre. They believe that music should be an energetic, interactive, [...]
Andrea Stern, Arts
The art & tradition of the harp
Minneapolis-based musician Andrea Stern has been a professional performing artist for over two decades. Her experience performing with symphonies throughout the world, playing for the Minnesota Opera, and being an adjunct faculty member at Augsburg College and the University of St. Thomas, have allowed her the ability to engage audiences and students in their appreciation [...]
Andrew James
Singer, pianist, and composer
A seasoned pianist and singer with an ability to adapt to any situation, Andrew James has been performing professionally for the past several years. Andrew is a positive and interactive entertainer, who constantly tailors and customizes his show based on the needs of the client. One of the main things that people say when they [...]
Belle Amour
High-energy vintage jazz group
Belle Amour is a fun, high energy jazz group that performs a mix of classic American 20′s and 30′s jazz standards with a touch of international flair. Belle Amour has the ability to transport the listener to a vintage era that will leave you feeling nostalgic. The band is anchored by the very talented husband and wife duo of Jason and Katie [...]
C. Willi Myles, Arts
Reflections on Minnesota from a transplant
Storyteller & Comedian, C. Willi Myles has the gift of connecting people with each other through humor and stories. After graduating high school in Alabama, Willi moved to Minnesota to attend college on a football scholarship at St. Cloud State University. After college, Willi started coaching at St. Cloud State and traveling throughout the country [...]
David Malmberg, Music
Classical guitarist
David Malmberg plays the classical guitar. He is a disciple of Dona America Martinez Serrano, Doctor of Guitar at the Conservatory of Music, Seville, Spain. When David plays, it is like listening to a miniature orchestra with all the accompanying colors and textures. The music is never too loud and consequently, never gets in the [...]
Flamenco – A Touch of Spain
“Flamenco – A Touch of Spain” is an exciting new music and dance ensemble dedicated to presenting the art of flamenco in its most authentic form and “Nuevo Flamenco” which incorporates flute, bass, percussion and guitar. Flamenco – A Touch of Spain performs a style of flamenco music easily accessible to American audiences…the rhythms encourage [...]
George Maurer, Arts
Music, history, creativity, technology
Minnesota-based musician George Maurer is the Midwest’s most accomplished jazz pianist, composer, arranger, and performing artist. George’s education and appreciation for the arts, culture, and innovation have given him the background to provide amazing Legacy programs that will strengthen your community in its effort to be culturally literate, technologically savvy, and overall – creative. George’s [...]
Glen Everhart, Arts
The legacy of a song
A former educator, Glen Everhart is an accomplished Minnesota-based musician, singer, and songwriter and has been a professional entertainer since 1987. Glen has performed at community events, libraries, and schools throughout his career. His “Young People of the World” is published and distributed worldwide in many elementary school textbooks. Glen has developed the following Legacy [...]
Heebie Jeebies
Family comedy music show
Glen Everhart’s HEEBIE JEEBIES Family Comedy Music Show is the perfect entertainment for fairs, festivals, corporate and association family picnics, and elementary school lyceums! Kids will laugh, move, and dance there way through Glen’s forty-five minute show full of original kids comedy songs from his acclaimed CD Young People of the World. Top off your [...]
James Wedgwood, Arts
The history and artistry of ventriloquism
This innovative program will spur your guests’ imagination and creativity with VENTRILOQUISM! Unlock the history and development of this unique art form from its origins in ancient Egypt through Vaudeville and on to today’s resurgence in pop-culture. Participants will get a hands-on overview of how ventriloquism is accomplished, a basic lesson on how to talk [...]
Paul Imholte, Arts
Traditional string instruments
Paul Imholte, The Musical Stringman presents a variety of programs about cultural heritage and the arts. A native of Minnesota, Paul is an accomplished musician, singer, songwriter, and composer. Paul received his designation as “The Musical Stringman” through his mastering of string instruments and incorporating nearly a dozen string instruments into his performances and recordings. [...]
Project Dynamite
"Novelty Comedy Act"
Comedy’s been done, but never like this. They’re new, fresh, and unstoppable. Project Dynamite’s unique performances have quickly established them as “the show unlike any other.” With two People’s Choice Awards and Best Novelty Act Award, you won’t have to worry about if new is always better. It is. These two comedy nuts will have [...]
Reception Jazz
Background music
Reception Jazz specializes in providing professional top-shelf, live background music that is warm and inviting and at a price you can afford to hear! Reception Jazz offers three standard options to compliment your event, from solo instrument, to their signature trio of piano, bass, and drums, to the Trio Plus! adding an additional melodic instrument [...]
Ring of Kerry
Irish band
Ring of Kerry is a bursting-with-energy Irish music group that captures the hearts of listeners. All five of its engaging musicians sing and play several instruments. With sounds that range from the thunder of the Irish bodhran drum to the sparkle of the hammered dulcimer; from the lilt and rhythm of fiddle and guitar to [...]
Salsabrosa, Arts
The impact of latin music and dance in MN
Minnesota’s most energetic and authentic Latin/Salsa band and dance group is a great addition to your Legacy and Educational Program schedule. Salsabrosa, led by two Cuban natives, offers a program combining education, storytelling, and performance that discusses the impact of Latin music and dance styles in the upper Midwest. The program incorporates authentic Latin music [...]
Scott Novotny, Arts
The art of comedy writing
Scott Novotny, a professional stand-up comedian, teacher, and writer is one of the Midwest’s most requested performing artists. A graduate of Gustavus Adolphus College in St. Peter, MN, Scott has gone on to write comedy for HBO, Brave New Workshop, television commercials, plays, and also NBC’s Saturday Night Live. Sit Down with Stand-Up: Comedy Writing [...]
Sean Emery, Arts
The culture of circus arts
Sean Emery is more than just a funny guy jugglin’ stuff. He is a professionally-trained juggler and clown, having started his career with Ringling Bros. Barnum & Bailey Circus and is now one of the most in-demand entertainers for fairs & festivals throughout the country. Sean’s performances have taken him around the world in venues [...]
Six Appeal
"A cappella"
Six Appeal is a world class vocal ensemble infused with impeccable comedic timing and the energy and vitality of a rock band. Swearing off instruments, the award-winning vocal band Six Appeal takes you on a journey that spans decades of music, performing classic oldies, current chart toppers, and catchy original tunes – all sung a [...]
The Games Guy
Interactive games
Greg Kaler is The Games Guy. In his show, Greg demonstrates unique, non-competitive games from around the world. Then after his performance, the audience gets to play all the games, as Greg brings lots of everything for the children/families to play with! THE GAMES: From England: Shuttleball is a game played using a huge 7” [...]
Tuey
Comic stunt juggler
Tuey goes beyond the usual display of juggling skills to include a wide array of manipulations. From the simplicity of tricks with a fifty-cent piece and yoyo, to the complexity of his ten part combination trick, Tuey runs the gamut, throwing cups about, spinning ropes, balls and rings, wearing flaming head gear while juggling torches [...]
We The People
Songs and Stories of America
We The People is a potpourri of our musical roots as a people. Past and present, it is American culture through music and story that we the people have talked about, laughed about, cried about and sung about for over 235 years. There are moments of poignancy, intellectual curiosity and outright laughter all woven together [...]