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Comic Magic Energy Jerry Frasier Magic Comic Magic Energy Download Media Kit [object Object] Watch Jerry in video action and imagine the adrenaline rush of amped-up amazement for your fair goers! A jolt of Jerry is packed with personality and fully charged. His electric, interactive style truly empowers people to let go and just laugh. With over three decades of entertainment expertise, performing for thousands of audiences all over America, in every possible situation...when you need results, Jerry gets it right, customizing his show in real time. He’s so good at finding the current of every audience, of any size and mix, and then creating a lively, smart, unifying experience for everyone. “I feel at home in front of an audience. It’s where I’m at my best. I love to see people happy,” Jerry says. Described as a “comic Houdini”, Jerry works MAGIC on an audience...simple as that. But what makes this veteran showman truly special is how people genuinely respond to him. He sets the stage for fast, captivating fun and builds a surge of comedy momentum where volunteers become STARS. THEY get all the buzz after the show! Plus, all performance details are taken care of, including sound and lights, making your planning worry-free. Jerry is self-contained, super flexible and easy to work with. And, his material is absolutely clean, fresh and appropriate. Any place you need him...grandstand...free stage...strolling...Jerry can do it all! He has a passion to perform and the experience and versatility to bring people together. That’s Jerry’s Comic Magic Energy at work! >> Career Highlights North Dakota State Fair, Minot, ND South Dakota State Fair, Huron, SD (3 years) Summerfest Music Festival, Milwaukee, WI (6 years) Utah State Fair, Salt Lake City, UT (2 years) Montana State Fair, Great Falls, MT (3 years) Western Idaho Fair, Boise, ID (2 years) Minnesota State Fair (13 years) Missouri State Fair, Sedalia, MO Wisconsin State Fair (2 years) Missouri River Festival, Bismarck, ND (2 years) Fairfax Days Festival, Fairfax, VA Woodstock Festival, S. Woodstock, CT Stoddard County Fair, Dexter, MO Warren County Fair, Indianola, IA (2 years) Otoe County Fair, Syracuse, NE Dubois County Fair, Jasper, IN (2 years) Bannock County Fair, Downey, ID Cuming County Fair, West Point, NE Porter County Fair, Valparaiso, IN (2 years) Clay County Fair, Spencer, IA (5 years) Chase County Fair, Imperial, NE Red River Valley Fair, Fargo, ND >> Testimonials “Crazy good magic!” –Riverfront Rendezvous Festival, Stevens Point, WI “...Jerry is my favorite. He’s so good and so easy going to work with.” –Warren County Fair, Indianola, IA “Numbers don’t lie. Jerry Frasier had the biggest crowds every day.” –Summerfest, Milwaukee, WI “A big thank you for anchoring the gazebo stage for two years, Jerry. Everybody loved your show. And the way you emceed all the acts every day made my job easy.” –Utah State Fair, Salt Lake City, UT “The real magic of your show, Jerry, is your genuine care for people on stage…and your honesty, grace and professional polish…” –Orange City Arts Council, Orange City, IA “Jerry has a passion to perform and the experience to deliver!” –Woodstock Festival, Woodstock, CT “You really know how to connect with a diverse group like ours. You picked the perfect people to help and we all had so much fun. Really nice job.” –Farmers Cooperative of Southern Kansas, Nickerson, KS “You are a joy to work with, Jerry. It has been a pleasure to have you at our fair for 3 years. Your show is a highlight and crowd pleaser.” –Montana State Fair, Great Falls, MT >> Basic Set-Up Needs >> Sample Introduction The following is a sample introduction you might use when introducing Jerry Frasier to your audience: “Our guest performer is professional magician, Jerry Frasier. Jerry has been a national entertainer, motivational speaker, and actor since 1985. He has performed for thousands of audiences all across the country. Get ready to laugh AND participate! From New York City…to Chicago…to Minneapolis…to (location of the show)…..here’s the magic and comedy of JERRY FRASIER!” >> Pricing Information Pricing for each act varies depending on a number of factors including: location of the event; popularity of the date; routing for each act; type of event; single or multiple day performances; length of show, etc. To get a specific and accurate quote for your event please contact our office by completing the form below or calling (612) 361-6002. We respond very quickly to answer all our clients' questions. Download Rider

We are always looking for the best professional entertainers to offer to our clients. Artist Representation for Event Entertainment (Private Events, Company Parties, Theaters/PAC's, Fairs/Festivals) G.L. Berg Entertainment is the largest entertainment agency in the country doing what we do — providing the very best in professional and affordable stage show entertainers for a wide variety of clients. Thank you for your interest in working with our agency. We are always looking for the best professional entertainers to offer to our clients. We have many talented people contact us each year to inquire about having our company book them at events. The most important thing we look for is finding a good fit between our client base and the acts we work with. Historically, our clients are looking foremost for entertainment that is fun, and they are looking for artists to perform at events where they can laugh, be energized, and have a good time. In order to help determine whether an act is a good fit with our clients, we ask that you do the following. Email a complete promotional package (with video, photo, bio, references, and pricing information) to Gary Berg at gary@glberg.com . When we receive your information, we’ll review it and if we think you’d be a good fit with the work we do, we’ll be in touch to set up a time to visit and see your show. We do try to get back to people within a month, but sometimes, due to the volume of material we receive and our work schedules, it may take a little longer. If you do not have a professional video clip (approximately 2-3 minutes) and high quality professional photos, please do not submit until you have obtained those items, as we will not review your materials. Thanks for checking us out! PERFORM at sea Are you a singer, dancer, or musician looking to travel the world? Visit our Cruise Ship Casting division for performance opportunities with major and luxury cruise lines LEARN MORE

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Comic Juggler Steve Russell Comic Juggler Download Media Kit [object Object] Steve Russell specializes in the unusual, the different – the “extra” ordinary. If you are looking for something memorable, something to shake things up a bit at your next event, this is the act for you. In this slightly off-center variety show, you get all of the laughs of a stand-up comedian with the added bonus of disappearing bananas, impaled potatoes and adeptly tossed luncheon meat. A little odd? Yes. Entertaining? Of Course! But it’s all in a day’s work. Are you looking for an act you can present without fear of offending? Steve has the ability to bridge the gap between generations and “find the funny” for everyone. All ages find the show equally engaging. And of course, the humor is always clean and appropriate. Steve makes you think, but more importantly, he makes you laugh. How about a completely self-contained package? You book the show and you get everything you need for a successful event. No need to worry about the performer’s needs. Those are taken care of. The only thing you have to do is provide the audience. Find out what the Disney Corporation, Ringling Bros. Barnum and Bailey Circus, Lincoln Center, and The Tonight Show already know. Discover the difference of Steve Russell – world class entertainment at a down-to-earth price! >> Career Highlights National television appearances on: The Tonight Show, Live with Regis & Kelly, Disney Channel, and Good Morning America Performances at Carolines on Broadway, Walt Disney World, Disneyland (CA), Medora Musical, Lincoln Center with the New York City Opera, Tedx Talk-UW Stout Spent 12 years performing on Cruise Ships in Europe, Hawaii, Africa, South America & Alaska Instructor for Ringling Bros. Clown College Has visited 65 countries and all 50 of the United States >> Testimonials “He was wonderful and truly a crowd-pleaser!” –WESTconsin Credit Union “Your act was a delight for the entire audience and captured the hearts of the youngest children and oldest adults. The direct interaction with all ages of the audience and your creative ability to communicate and respond kept them engaged during the entire show. The clean nature of material used provided an excellent venue for both children and adults and kept everyone laughing throughout the event. Your juggling talent and comic persona offer a unique combination of skills that are thoroughly enjoyable.” –American Association of Airport Executives “Steve Russell presented for the Belle Plain Drug Abuse Resistance Education (DARE) Graduation on May 7, 2012. There were approximately 500 people in attendance that day. The audience’s reaction to Steve Russell was amazing. I have been using entertainers for the DARE Graduation for the past 7 years and none have done as well as Steve Russell. Steve is an amazing person to work with and a fantastic entertainer. I would definitely recommend Steve Russell to anyone looking for an entertainer that can be hilarious and send a good message at the same time. I know I will be using Steve again in the future.” –Belle Plaine Police Department “The Kiwanis of New Richmond hired Steve October 2011 for our annual fundraising banquet. He worked as the primary entertainer and MC for the night. As chair person of the event he was absolutely wonderful to work with. What a professional! He even researched one of the raffle games prior to the event and read our group perfectly. I would not hesitate to hire Steve for another event. We are still getting compliments from the community on how great he was. The President of our organization states: Steve Russell was everything I could ever imagine to liven up our event as our Master of Ceremony. His comedy, juggling and magic had everyone paying attention and laughing. He made our event a lot of fun and very memorable.” –New Richmond, WI Kiwanis “We hit it right on the head with hiring Steve Russell. Steve was so polite, professional and prompt. Who could ask for more? It was A+, high energy, good clean family fun.” –diversiCOM “Thanks for the show. We got a real bang out of it!” –Ron Howard, Movie Director “The audience walked out of the theater holding their stomachs from laughing so hard!” –Williamsburg Theater “Three times a day, floppy-haired Steve Russell has thrilled enthusiastic audiences…Surprises abound.” –The Tampa Tribune “Everyone at our conference dinner screamed with laughter and gave him a standing ovation as he left the stage.” –Virginia Department of Education “Steve, great show! It was so fun to see everyone laughing – and I mean EVERYONE!” –Willmar Tribune “Your show was exactly what we were looking for when it comes to entertainment value for Aitkin’s “Riverboat Days.” When the rains cleared, the crowds came out and it was fun to see the kids sitting in strollers to the older folks with walkers laughing and really enjoying your show. The audience was left wanting more and that is what it’s all about. P.S. I would personally like to thank you for being so accommodating during the first show with the inclement weather. I wish all the artists and acts we contract with were as easy to work with as you were.” –President Elect, Aitkin Area Chamber of Commerce “(Steve) stole the show the same way kids and animals do…he was just himself. He was open, he was curious, he was innocent. We believed him…and he was funny.” –Review of an impromptu performance, New York Clown Theater Festival, by an instructor at Yale, Julliard, Cirque du Soliel >> Basic Set-Up Needs In order to give you the best performance possible, Steve Russell provides the following information as a technical rider to his contract: Artist requests: Steve presents a show that is very visual. With that in mind, it is important that the audience can see him. For groups larger than 80, a raised platform stage is recommended. A 12 to 24 inch raised stage is recommended, with a minimum of 12 feet wide by 8 feet deep. The stage should be set as close to the audience as possible with care taken to keep seating in front of the stage as much as possible. Two standard electrical outlets near the stage are required. If a podium is used as part of the event, it is important that the podium is removed prior to Steve's introduction. Ceiling height is rarely an obstacle. If Steve can stand up straight, he can do a show! If dinner is being served prior to the show, Steve requests you inform the catering staff NOT to clear dishes during the show. >> Sample Introduction The following is a sample introduction you might use when introducing Steve Russell to your audience: "For more than half of his life, Steve Russell has literally juggled his way around the world. His travels and talents have taken him from the Pyramids of Egypt to the Heart of the Amazon jungle. Steve has entertained millions of people with appearances on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, Live with Regis and Kelly, and at Lincoln Center in New York City. Please welcome Steve Russell." >> Pricing Information Pricing for each act varies depending on a number of factors including: location of the event; popularity of the date; routing for each act; type of event; single or multiple day performances; length of show, etc. To get a specific and accurate quote for your event please contact our office by completing the form below or calling (612) 361-6002. We respond very quickly to answer all our clients' questions. Download Rider

Harpist Andrea Stern Harpist Download Media Kit [object Object] 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 for the arts. Andrea has several programs that will enrich your audience's cultural understanding for the arts in many ways. Harpistry is a solo performance by Andrea Stern that includes a variety of classical and cultural pieces utilizing both the concert and Celtic harps. Jigs & Jives , Celtic Music Explore the traditional sounds of Ireland from the warmth and sparkle of the country’s national instrument, the harp. Dive into the history of one of the world’s oldest stringed instruments through soulful airs and sprightly dance tunes. Polish up your listening skills as you learn how to identify traditional Irish dance rhythms. The Magic of Harp Did you know that the harp is thought to be one of the world's oldest musical instruments and has 37 different ways to make sounds? An around-the-world tour takes students from Japan to Ireland to Latin America, as they experience the dazzling sounds and technical workings of Andrea's concert and Celtic harps. Andrea is dedicated to sharing her musical talent with young people using humor and warmth. Audience: Children and Families. >> Career Highlights Graduate of the New England Conservatory of Music Has performed as a soloist with orchestras throughout the United States, Europe, South America, and Asia Grant recipient from National Endowment for the Arts to teach at the St. Francis Music Center Adjunct faculty member at Augsburg College (Minneapolis) and the University of St. Thomas (St. Paul) >> Testimonials >> Basic Set-Up Needs >> Sample Introduction >> Pricing Information Pricing for each act varies depending on a number of factors including: location of the event; popularity of the date; routing for each act; type of event; single or multiple day performances; length of show, etc. To get a specific and accurate quote for your event please contact our office by completing the form below or calling (612) 361-6002. We respond very quickly to answer all our clients' questions. Download Rider

Stand-Up Comedian Tim Cavanagh Stand-Up Comedian Download Media Kit [object Object] Tim Cavanagh is a professional comedian and speaker, which has come as a complete shock to this family. They still remember him as the guy who refused to say a single word for the first nineteen months of his life. And now look at him. He’s making up for lost time. Over the last twenty years, Tim has brought his clean and engaging comedy to hundreds of business groups across the U.S. and Canada. He puts together a customized comedy show that hits just the right notes. He always does his homework, researching your website and speaking with members of your group on conference calls to learn about your business, your group’s issues and its personalities. With that information in hand, he carefully crafts his material to create a unique show that really hits home. It’s never a “canned” speech (so there’s no worry about botulism). He delivers a fresh and personalized comedy experience every time out. One thing that Tim especially enjoys is involving audience members in his show with positive, playful interaction. His clean, clever, audience-friendly style is perfect for any business event. Tim’s comedy mission is simple–Customize It! Finding the Funny in Your Business. Tim’s Most Requested Programs: –“They’re LAUGHING at Me!”—Tim puts together a truly unique comedy show, including customized material written just for your group, funny songs, lots of jokes, playful audience interaction, and over $7 in prizes. The humor is always clean and appropriate. And if you want Tim to customize the program title (e.g., “What’s So Funny about Tax Accounting?” “Laughter is the Second Best Medicine,” etc.), just ask. –“Dr. Tim Cavanagh, IMPOSTOR”—Instead of introducing Tim as a comedian, he can be presented to the audience in a variety of “serious” personas. Examples range from an off-kilter industry “expert” or a new bumbling company Vice President, to the panicked Head of Hotel Security or a know-nothing government official. Or, he can be anything in between. –“Our Host for Today’s Event, Tim Cavanagh”—Tim can act as a Master of Ceremonies for a day of meetings or educational sessions and make it move smoothly with a healthy dose of comedy when needed. He can also host an awards banquet or recognition dinner with just the right combination of humor and warmth. >> Career Highlights Tim’s national credits include ABC-TV, Comedy Central, Showtime, and WGN America. He can be heard regularly on the nationally syndicated “Bob & Tom” radio show, where he has been a featured contributor for over a decade. His funny songs have been showcased on Sirius XM radio, the “Dr. Demento” radio show, and BBC Radio 4. He’s even been heard on Continental Airlines—at no additional fee (we’re pretty sure). From AAA to Xerox, from Bayer to Weyerhaeuser, they all have laughed at Tim Cavanagh. Tim’s comedy mission is simple—finding what’s funny in your business. And then you’ll be laughing at him, too! Tim has performed for hundreds of companies. Here is a partial list of some of those corporate groups: 3-M Aequitron Medical Aeronautical Repair Station Association AgriBank American Crystal Sugar American Legion/National Commanders Ameriprise Financial Anheuser-Busch AT&T BASF Bayer BP America Burlington Northern Cabella’s Cargill Caterpillar Cellular One Cendant Corporation Chicago Dental Society CIGNA Comcast Discover Financial Edina Realty Farmers Insurance Group Federal Farm Credit Banks Funding Corp. First Bank Systems Gatorade General Electric Capital Fleet Services General Electric Medical Systems General Mills GlaxoSmithKline Gordon Food Service Great Plains Great West Casualty GROWMARK Handi-Mart Heat-N-Glo Home Builders Assn. of Greater Chicago Home Depot Honeywell IBM INEOS Acrylics ING International Newspaper Financial Executives Irving Materials Jostens KIP America KPMG Kroger Land O’Lakes Mayo Clinic McGraw Hill Publishing Mercy Medical Center Merrill Lynch Midwest Truckers Midwestern Telecommunications Conference Minnesota Power Missouri Department of Agriculture Music Teachers National Assn. Nascote Industries National Assn. of Manufacturers National Assn. of Tax Practitioners Northwestern National Life Osmonics Paper Converting Machine Company PepsiAmericas Perkin Elmer Pfister Hybrid Corn Pharmacia Animal Health Pillsbury Potlatch Corporation Price Waterhouse Coopers PrintImage International Quaker Oats R.R. Donnelley Rogers Ltd. Rotary Lift Royal Bank of Canada SAFECO Scientific Molding Corporation Seagate Technology Sealy Sears Shoe Carnival St. Jude Medical Steel Technologies Symantec Symbol Technologies Sysco Texas Statewide Telephone Coop, Inc. Toyota Financial Services Toyota Logistic Services Trane TRW University of Kentucky–College of Medicine Weyerhaeuser Wilson’s–The Leather Experts Wolverton Xerox Youngstown/Warren (OH) Chamber of Commerce >> Testimonials “Nobody does it better!” –Xerox “Everyone enjoyed Tim’s performance. Good clean stand-up comedy with a whole lot of audience involvement and participation. Everyone was amazed at Tim’s ability to recall names. He puts a lot of time and effort into making it your own show. The only problem is finding someone better for next year!” –Scott County Cattlemen’s Association, Davenport, IA “The way you pulled the audience into your act was so terrific, and I know that everyone had an absolute blast. We were all so impressed with all the prep work you did to customize your comedy just for our group. It was a perfect end to a great evening!” –Municipal Gas Authority of Georgia “You have an amazing ability to draw from background information, remember names, and engage the audience so that they truly feel like you are there for each individual’s benefit.” –Wisconsin Chiefs of Police Association “The members raved about your performance. Your ability to personalize the jokes and focus the humor toward our industry was absolutely perfect. We couldn’t have asked for anything better! I would recommend you to any group looking for entertainment above and beyond a canned comedy presentation.” –Fibre Box Association “You did an outstanding job… You spending time with us understanding our business and then weaving that into your material was especially impressive.” –IBM Global Services “Your presentation was excellent. Your humor, songs and quick wit, along with your extensive personalized bits and references, really had everyone laughing and enjoying the session… The put-on with the phony bio and introduction on Market Trends was a great idea, we really surprised them.” –Fairway Foods, Inc. “Your presentation was very enjoyable, entertaining, and…funny! These people are so often in the serious, hard work mode, that it was fun for those of us involved in planning the meeting to see them start their day out from a more lighthearted state of mind.” –3M “We are still receiving compliments to this day on the outstanding show you put on. It makes all the planning we do even that much better when we can provide top-notch entertainment and you were certainly that. ” –ING Strategic Distribution “His quick wit, attention to the details concerning our company mission and the people who accomplish it, and his great stage personality made him an instant hit.” –DynCorp “We thoroughly enjoyed your performance… In addition to the ‘personalized’ performance, you were great to work with, very organized and professional. We will recommend you to everyone!” –National Lime Association “He was perfect! We particularly enjoyed the customized humor. He made great use of our company information and inside jokes and our group loved it!” –Raynor Garage Doors >> Basic Set-Up Needs >> Sample Introduction The following is a sample introduction you might use when introducing Tim Cavanagh to your audience: “To hear him speak today, it’s hard to imagine that speaker/comedian Tim Cavanagh did not utter a single word until he was 18 months old! With over 250 nightclub, corporate, and college performances last year, to say that he’s making up for lost time is an understatement! While comedy has been Tim’s favorite job, it hasn’t been his only job. After receiving a B.A. in Philosophy from Loyola University of Chicago, Tim taught religion at an all-girl’s Catholic high school for three years. After leaving the classroom, he collected some impressive comedy credentials. He has appeared on a prime-time TV comedy special with Dudley Moore, and has been seen on Showtime and Comedy Central. His funny songs have been featured on the nationally syndicated “Dr. Demento” radio show. He has shared the stage with the likes of Jay Leno, Jerry Seinfeld, and Brett Butler, to name just a few. Please join me in welcoming Tim Cavanagh to the stage!” >> Pricing Information Pricing for each act varies depending on a number of factors including: location of the event; popularity of the date; routing for each act; type of event; single or multiple day performances; length of show, etc. To get a specific and accurate quote for your event please contact our office by completing the form below or calling (612) 361-6002. We respond very quickly to answer all our clients' questions. Download Rider

Interactive Music Show The String Showdown Interactive Music Show Download Media Kit [object Object] The String Showdown is a premier live music experience that blends world-class musicianship with dynamic audience engagement. Led by accomplished performers Greg Byers (cello, guitar, vocals) and Theo Brown (piano, vocals), this high-energy duo delivers an interactive show that is as entertaining as it is musically exceptional. With a repertoire that spans from vintage oldies to contemporary chart-toppers, The String Showdown is uniquely equipped to cater to a wide range of audiences and event types. Their seamless vocal harmonies, combined with Greg’s expertise on the cello and Theo’s skillful piano performance, create a sophisticated and versatile sound that elevates any event. What sets The String Showdown apart is their ability to engage audiences in a meaningful and memorable way. Using interactive elements like live karaoke and a crowd-driven Applause-O-Meter, they tailor each performance in real-time to suit the energy and preferences of the audience—creating a truly customized experience. Professional, reliable, and endlessly engaging, The String Showdown is an ideal choice for corporate events, conferences, public and private functions. They don’t just perform music—they create lasting impressions. >> Career Highlights • Love Is Blind (Season 8) • Minnesota State Fair • Wisconsin State Fair • South Carolina State Fair • Mall of America • WE Fest • Treasure Island Casino • Grand Casino Hinckley • Amery Fall Festival • Paradise Center for the Arts • Polk State College Corporate Clients include: • 3M • Josten's • Ardent Mills • Royal Bank of Canada • Affinity Plus FCU • Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health Center • Essentia Health >> Testimonials "Loved it; the audience was very engaged throughout. They are really nice and incredibly personable. They listened to each audience member who wanted to chat with them after the show. Best concert we’ve had in a while!" -Great Falls Concert Association "We loved the concert! Their energy was off the charts. Their technique was incredible when they jumped off the stage to perform out among the audience patrons. Their jokes were very entertaining and engaging throughout as well! I would highly recommend The String Showdown to any community!!" -Grand Island Concert Association "We heard great feedback from our attendees on how fun and interactive The String Showdown was, they loved it! They can expect to hear from us again soon!" - South Dakota Municipal League "These two talented musicians rocked the house... string style!" - Pipestone Performing Arts Center "The String Showdown put on a great show, comical and very musically talented!" - Washington Pavilion "We heard great feedback from our attendees on how fun and interactive The String Showdown was, they loved it! They can expect to hear from us again soon!" - South Dakota Municipal League "These two talented musicians rocked the house... string style!" - Pipestone Performing Arts Center "Wow! I was blown away last night by The String Showdown's performance in Rock Springs, Wyoming! Their talents are amazing and the variety of music and styles was a treat!" - Broadway Theater "They were amazing, I wish we booked them for a longer time! - BankIn Minnesota "Everyone had such wonderfully amazing things to say about the performances! TOP NOTCH! We would definitely like to see you again here at Grand Casino Hinckley!" -Grand Casino Hinckley (MN) "It was a fun night! The String showdown was great and they adjusted to whatever our crowd wanted!" -Ranco Fertiservice, Inc. "Greg & Mike were amazing. Everyone had a blast!! Thanks for all your help getting us set up." -Northwest Bank "(String Showdown) layering of their instruments was wonderful... In the space of an hour, they urged so much versatility from the strings.” -City Newspaper "Easily one of the top improvising string duos on the planet today." -Christian Howes >> Basic Set-Up Needs The following set-up information is suggested to provide your audience with the best performance possible: •A stage the size of 16 ft. X 20 ft. is ideal for the performance (although, larger is always better!). The String Showdown offers an interactive show and audience members are invited on stage to participate during the performance. The absolute minimum space required is 12 ft. X 12 ft. •The stage should be set as close to the audience as possible with care taken to keep seating in front of the stage as much as possible. •Having a secure and private room (dressing room) near the performance area is extremely helpful to store personal belongings, etc. •Artist provides their own sound and lights for most settings. Please ensure electrical outlets are located near the performing area. >> Sample Introduction >> Pricing Information Pricing for each act varies depending on a number of factors including: location of the event; popularity of the date; routing for each act; type of event; single or multiple day performances; length of show, etc. To get a specific and accurate quote for your event please contact our office by completing the form below or calling (612) 361-6002. We respond very quickly to answer all our clients' questions. Download Rider

Guitar/Vocalist Casey Smith Guitar/Vocalist Download Media Kit [object Object] Casey Smith is a multi-talented vocalist and acoustic guitarist with a vast song list that covers everything from The Eagles to Harry Styles. His musical style brings a relaxed yet vibrant energy to whatever space or audience he plays for. Casey's dynamic vocal and instrument style adheres to a wide variety of ages and musical tastes while offering crowd pleasing requests and sing-alongs. Casey Smith is sure to add an inviting and comfortable atmosphere to your event whether it’s a poolside, happy hour, or after dinner show. Your members will be will singing along all night long! >> Career Highlights >> Testimonials >> Basic Set-Up Needs >> Sample Introduction >> Pricing Information Pricing for each act varies depending on a number of factors including: location of the event; popularity of the date; routing for each act; type of event; single or multiple day performances; length of show, etc. To get a specific and accurate quote for your event please contact our office by completing the form below or calling (612) 361-6002. We respond very quickly to answer all our clients' questions. Download Rider

Wonder & Amazement The Bubblers Wonder & Amazement Download Media Kit [object Object] In just moments, The Bubbler will gather crowds of all ages at your event. Big bubbles, small bubbles, bubbles inside bubbles. Mere soap and water stops people in their tracks. Young and old gaze in wonder, staring with awe. What child can resist the urge to endlessly chase and pop these magical, fragile orbs? Parents will love watching their kids (and teens) just being kids, again! And the older folks just love to watch the beauty of the bubbles as they drift through the air. It is peaceful and magical to behold. No device screens. No usb cables. No WiFi connection. Just a personal connection to simple joy. Pure. Clean. Fun. For everyone. >> Career Highlights >> Testimonials >> Basic Set-Up Needs >> Sample Introduction >> Pricing Information Pricing for each act varies depending on a number of factors including: location of the event; popularity of the date; routing for each act; type of event; single or multiple day performances; length of show, etc. To get a specific and accurate quote for your event please contact our office by completing the form below or calling (612) 361-6002. We respond very quickly to answer all our clients' questions. Download Rider

Leagues, Tournaments, and Other Events Underhanded Events - Dartball Leagues, Tournaments, and Other Events Download Media Kit [object Object] In 1923, The Apex Dart Company invented a new board made of basswood and emblazoned with a general likeness of a baseball field and created a new game called ‘Dartball.’ From there, it took several years to gather steam, but the first known Dartball league came to be in a Pennsylvania Lutheran church basement 5 years later. Over the next several decades, the game slowly spread around the Upper Midwest and Rust Belt, particularly catching on in Philadelphia, Milwaukee, and Kansas City. By the 1950s, it had held a following in Pennsylvania and Ohio, but truly had a cultural grip in church basements and clubs throughout Wisconsin where it is still popular today. This is where the story of Underhanded Events begins. In the late 1940s at a Catholic Church named St. Willebrord’s in Green Bay, WI, a group of parishioners got together weekly for games while their spouses played cards. A piece of Americana almost too cliché for Norman Rockwell to memorialize. St. Willy’s was a formidable team with an ace up their sleeve- Hank Eisch. Hank was a renowned triples-hitter with multiple league ‘batting titles’ spanning the 50s, 60s and 70s. He was something of a legend in the local Dartball scene (which yes, it was and is a scene). Three generations later, his great grandson, Nate Berg, and his dad, Gary, caught the Dartball bug. Not literally of course, as no one wanted to get ‘the bug’ in 2020! They wanted to revive the game that has been mostly lost or is still unknown outside of Wisconsin and bring the old family tradition, and great socializing and team building event to Minnesota and beyond. Combining many of Gary and Nate’s favorite things: sports, tradition, laughing, and most importantly, sharing a great time with groups of people, Underhanded Events was officially founded in 2021 as a labor of love to help get people back together and have fun and get out of the isolated rut that the pandemic created. The game is best described in our video. It is played like a baseball/softball game and it is accessible and fun for all adults no matter what their athletic skills. And what’s old is new again with this great game. Leagues, tournaments, company events and fundraising events are forming all the time. You can learn more, and ask questions at: www.UnderhandedEvents.com >> Career Highlights >> Testimonials >> Basic Set-Up Needs An indoor, or well protected outdoor space, ideally 32’ x 32’ to host a full four-board event. The area should be well lit and ideally have standard electricity available. >> Sample Introduction >> Pricing Information Download Rider

Comedy & Ventriloquism James Wedgwood Comedy & Ventriloquism Download Media Kit [object Object] He's a tremendously talented ventriloquist, but James Wedgwood is equally talented as an entertainer who always gets his audience involved. His show is simply "The Most Fun You Can Have Without Moving Your Lips!" James uses amazing comic ventriloquism, outrageous characters, and hilarious audience participation to bring truly memorable entertainment to your event. Like a one-man variety show, James makes virtually everything talk - from wooden "associates," to purses, bottles, and even audience members (yes, they just open their mouths and James provides the surprising words)! A game show, singing (without moving his lips!) and much more are all part of the fun.James is a true professional and a wonderful option for corporate parties, appreciations and recognitions, fairs, festivals, and other special events. He can tailor his show to whatever the age and make-up of the particular audience. He truly is that good! >> Career Highlights James Wedgwood majored in Theater and graduated with a B.A. degree from Indiana. He picked up the art of ventriloquism at a young age when one of his aunts sent him a plastic dummy and an audio course on how to be a ventriloquist. From then on he studied acting, improv, and stand-up comedy before becoming a full-time ventriloquist in 1988. >> Testimonials "James was an excellent choice for our event and he did an outstanding job. I specifically appreciated how he sought out input from attendees before the event during the social hour and dinner about who to involve in the show. His ability to pull those into his act really made the performance memorable. " -Golden Harvest "We thoroughly enjoyed James!!! He was a great fit for our group & what we were looking for!! Thank you!!!" -Wholesale Ag Products West "He did an amazing job and everyone loved him. He is super talented and we would recommend him to anyone. He is a great to work with!" -Ramada Plaza & Suites, Fargo "We had a great time - everyone was laughing non-stop and said that his performance was awesome!" -City of Jamestown "I just wanted to take a moment to say a tremendous 'Thank You' for performing... All of the people I talked to agreed that your performance was the highlight of the evening. Your talents as a ventriloquist are obvious, but what I was most impressed with was the way you observed the entire banquet and how you talked to people before your show and then incorporated some of those details into your show. You did an amazing job interacting with the crowd, and you have an uncanny ability of being able to pick the perfect 'volunteers' from the audience to participate in your shows. Your skill as a ventriloquist, your different cast of characters, and your comedic timing had all of our guests laughing and thoroughly entertained for the entire evening. I have had the privilege over the years to work with you on several different events, and your professionalism as it pertains to arriving and setting up on time, and being helpful to those putting on the event remains second to none." -Brule-Lyman County Farmer Appreciation Banquet "Just thought I would touch base with you and let you know about all of the great comments I am hearing about your show on Saturday night...I think it is safe to say that EVERYONE had a blast! Thanks so much." -Henry County Health Center "James Wedgwood is awesome!! His high-energy show and quick wit will leave you wanting more. As a member of the graduation party committee, I found James easy to work with and very professional. He did an excellent job of getting the audience involved. The kids loved him. His show was a great way to kick off our graduation party. He definitely will be asked back to entertain next year's graduates." -Elk Mound High School "James Wedgwood is a funny, talented ventriloquist, with just the right mixture of comedy and ventriloquism, and a set of great characters and puppets that allowed him to showcase these talents. The way he had the puppets interact with the audience made the entire show come together and added uniqueness to the performance we got to see. It was truly a fascinating and hilarious show in which the laughter never paused. James is truly amazing and a great performer. Just like the puppets, James had the audience in the palm of his hand." -New Prague Auto Group "The act was so much fun that people forgot how much effort and skill it took for Wedgwood to "throw" his voice..." -The Redwing Eagle "...I had the pleasure of having James Wedgwood perform in our auditorium to a very energetic and vibrant crowd. The statement is true as states James Wedgwood, "the most fun you can have without moving your lips." His talent not only as a ventriloquist, but as a performer is top notch and an audience pleaser...If you are looking for an entertainer or a presenter for your next event or program and are looking for a true entertainer, then look no further than James Wedgwood...Still laughing though my lips are moving." -Paradise Center for the Arts -I have received numerous compliments that "this was the best entertainment" we've offered in our 10 years of our annual Christmas parties. Hats off to you!" -Charter Bank "Some people never stopped laughing. It was an excellent blend of performing skills coupled with humor that kept the audience's attention at all times." -Pioneer Seed "Our guests have made comments that they laughed until tears were running. Sometimes in the retelling, they are still laughing hard!" -Phelps Mill Festival "As a library administrator, I found James very professional in his work...He mentioned the library summer program several times during his presentation, accepted live radio interviews and supplied the necessary information for marketing. He made the scheduling and contract process a breeze and checked in by phone to see if there was anything he could do to help made the programs successful." -Director, Northwest Regional Library >> Basic Set-Up Needs In order to give you the best performance possible, James provides the following rider as an attached agreement to the contract: Minimum stage requirement is 8' deep and 12' long. James uses many people on stage and this size is needed for their safety and his. The stage should be set as close to the audience as possible with care taken to keep seating in front of the stage as much as possible. Also, please place stage in a well-lit area. James' program is very visual, so lighting is important. If good lighting is not available in the room, please let James know in advance so he can be sure to bring whatever lights are needed. James provides his own sound for most applications up to 500 people. If dinner is being served prior to the show, James requests you inform the catering staff NOT to clear dishes during the show as this creates a great disturbance. >> Sample Introduction The following is a sample introduction you might use when introducing James Wedgwood to your audience: "Our entertainer tonight performs for groups across the country. You may have already seen James on national TV or at special events, fairs and colleges nationwide. Please welcome "The Most Fun You Can Have Without Moving Your Lips" ventriloquist James Wedgwood!" >> Pricing Information Pricing for each act varies depending on a number of factors including: location of the event; popularity of the date; routing for each act; type of event; single or multiple day performances; length of show, etc. To get a specific and accurate quote for your event please contact our office by completing the form below or calling (612) 361-6002. We respond very quickly to answer all our clients' questions. Download Rider

Powerful Outcomes, Amazing Results Sam Richter Powerful Outcomes, Amazing Results Download Media Kit [object Object] Considered one of the world's foremost Sales Intelligence and digital reputation experts, award-winning Hall of Fame speaker and bestselling author, Sam Richter, takes something you already know, that Knowledge Is Power, and turns it into reality. It's the "HOW you do it" - using the Web resources you use every day but in ways you never thought possible combined with the secrets of the 'hidden web' - that will truly amaze you (and probably scare you). The National Speakers Association inducted Sam into the National Speaker Hall of Fame, where fewer than 300 professional speakers worldwide have been honored, and Sam also received the Association's CSP Designation, reserved for the top 10 percent of the world's professional speakers. Keynotes: Every Sale YES Begins with a KNOW It’s amazing that in today's information world, the key metric that many organizations still use to judge sales activity is the number of calls made. Sure, you can start at "A" and end with "Z" and mathematically, someone will buy. Or you can leverage Sales Intelligence to locate the right prospects, at the right time, with the right message. In this dynamic program, you will discover... • How to generate opportunities using sales trigger events and powerful introductions, so you're calling on the prospects who most likely need your product or solution, right now. • How to use search engines, social media, and the Invisible Web as powerful sales and competitive "intelligence agents," ensuring you align your value proposition to what prospects care about. • How to leverage information to make a great impression, ensure relevancy, gain permission to ask challenging questions, and provide ongoing value to both prospects and clients. • How information truly is power, allowing you to get past gate keepers, clearly differentiate from the competition, negotiate on value instead of price, and bottom line: win more business. Is Your Business Consultant Some Yahoo Named Google Did you know that on average, each person in your office spends two+ hours each day looking for information? At an opportunity cost of $50 per hour, that's almost $20,000 per year per employee wasted. How valuable would it be if you could cut your searching time in half? How strong could your relationships be if you understand others better? How effective would your plans and strategies be if you had the right information, the first time, every time? In this dynamic presentation, you will discover… • Web search secrets that you never thought possible for finding industry information, company data, market opportunities, and even details about individuals. • How to use search engines in ways that 99% of the planet has no clue how to do - tips and tricks that will even work while searching for emails and files on your computer. • The "Invisible Web" – the 95% of the business Internet not easily found via search engines that holds a wealth of incredible information including free access to expensive subscription databases. • Techniques for using online information to build strong business relationships, have the upper hand in negotiations, generate powerful introductions, and grow your business. Don’t Steal the Cheesecake In today's "everything is online" world, people pass judgement and form opinions about you before ever even meeting. What you post online, text, leave as a voicemail, say or do in front of a public camera, and even email is not limited to private networks. Rather, there's a good chance that what you do in a digital format is public, searchable, and archived, FOREVER! Meaning everything you do online impacts your personal brand, and even your company brand. In "Don't Steal the Cheesecake" you will learn... • The difference between your character, reputation, personal brand, and company brand, how they are all intertwined, and how they impact your career, relationships, and your company. • The dangers of sharing too much information, what can happen if you're not careful, and how to respond in a digital format when you're angry, so you don't become a negative "Viral Sensation." • The "Five Laws of Digital Reputation Management" along with simple, common sense ideas that will align your character and reputation, ensuring consistency across your personal brand. • Inside secrets on how to manage your digital presence (for non-technical people) so when others search for information on you, there is some control on what they find. You Just “Friended” a Thief It's amazing the amount of information available online about companies and people. And it's shocking how vulnerable we all are to Personal Identity Theft and Business Identity Theft - in ways you might not think about. In this jaw-dropping presentation, you will discover… • How to find the information that is available about you, your family, and your business that others have shared in a digital format, and what you can do to protect yourself. • How the seemingly innocent information that you post online could be providing thieves with an open door into your bank account. • How the biggest risk to your and your clients' data is probably not an online hacker, rather, it's most likely sitting in your office right now. • Easy-to-implement, non-technical ways to protect yourself, your family, and your business from identity theft. >> Career Highlights >> Testimonials "You are the best speaker in our organization's history, and your competition is strong….we have had the President, sports stars, and some of the most-well known speakers in the world. For you to be placed at the top…WOW! You are now one of our go to speakers!" -Express Employment Professionals "For the second year in a row - and you are the only speaker in our national conference's history who we've ever booked two years in a row - all I can say is thank you! You once again "wowed" all of us with your program. Your balance of information, humor, and enthusiasm will help everyone in the room be better at what we do." -SVP, US Bank "You were a joy to work with and our attendees loved you!! Your presentation was the #1 session of our entire conference, out of 85 speakers!" -MN SHRM >> Basic Set-Up Needs >> Sample Introduction >> Pricing Information Download Rider