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- Privacy Policy | glberg entertainment
Privacy Policy for G.L. Berg & Associates, Inc. d/b/a G.L. Berg Entertainment Effective Date: [November 19, 2025] This Privacy Policy describes how G.L. Berg Entertainment (referred to as "G.L. Berg Entertainment," "we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and discloses your personal information when you visit or make use of our website (the "Site") and the services we offer. By using the Site, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. 1. Information We Collect We collect information in two main categories: Information You Provide to Us and Information We Collect Automatically. A. Information You Provide to Us (Personal Data) This is information you voluntarily give us when contacting us, requesting a quote, subscribing to a newsletter, or communicating with us. This may include: Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address. Business Information: Company name, title, event details, and location. Correspondence: Any information contained in your communications with us (e.g., via contact forms, email, or phone). B. Information We Collect Automatically (Non-Personal Data) When you access the Site, we automatically collect certain data sent by your web browser, which helps us understand how the Site is used. This may include: Log Data: Your Internet Protocol (IP) address, browser type, operating system, the pages of our Site that you visit, the time and date of your visit, the time spent on those pages, and other statistics. Usage Information: Details about how you navigated our Site (e.g., links clicked, forms submitted). Device Information: Information about the device you use to access the Site (e.g., device type, screen resolution). 2. How We Collect Data We use the following methods to collect your data: Contact Forms: When you submit a form to inquire about booking, talent, or events. Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to track the activity on our Site and hold certain information. These are often used for site functionality and analytics (see Section 5 below). Third-Party Analytics Tools: We use tools like Google Analytics to help us measure traffic and usage trends for the Site. 3. How We Use Your Information We use the information we collect for various business purposes, including: To Provide and Manage Services: To respond to your inquiries, send you quotes, facilitate event booking, and execute contracts with you. Communication: To send you newsletters, marketing or promotional materials, and other information related to our services, provided you have consented to receive them. Site Improvement: To monitor, analyze, and improve the functionality and user experience of our Site and services. Security and Compliance: To detect and prevent fraud, protect the security of our Site, and comply with legal obligations. 4. Disclosure of Your Information to Third Parties We will not sell or rent your Personal Data to third parties. We may disclose your information in the following circumstances: Service Providers: We may employ third-party companies and individuals (such as web hosting providers, analytics services, email delivery services, or payment processors) to facilitate our Site and services. These parties have access to your Personal Data only to perform these tasks on our behalf and are obligated not to disclose or use it for any other purpose. Talent and Event Partners: To successfully execute an event booking, we may share necessary contact and event details with the specific talent, performers, or partner vendors required for your event. Legal Requirements: We may disclose your Personal Data if required to do so by law or in the good faith belief that such action is necessary to comply with a legal obligation, protect our rights or property, or ensure the safety of our users or the public. Business Transfer: If G.L. Berg Entertainment is involved in a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, your Personal Data may be transferred. 5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies We use "cookies" to store information about your visit. A cookie is a small text file stored on your device. Essential Cookies: Required for the operation of the Site (e.g., for security, load balancing). Analytical/Performance Cookies: Allow us to count visitors and see how visitors move around our Site, which helps us improve how the Site works. Functionality Cookies: Used to recognize you when you return to our Site and remember your preferences (e.g., language or region). You have the ability to accept or decline cookies. Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can usually modify your browser setting to decline cookies if you prefer. However, if you choose to decline cookies, some portions of our Site may not function properly. 6. Security of Your Data The security of your Personal Data is important to us, but remember that no method of transmission over the Internet, or method of electronic storage, is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your Personal Data, we cannot guarantee its absolute security. 7. Links to Other Sites Our Site may contain links to other websites that are not operated by us, such as links to a performer's website or a venue's website. If you click on a third-party link, you will be directed to that third party's site. We strongly advise you to review the Privacy Policy of every site you visit. We have no control over and assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites or services. 8. Children's Privacy Our Site and services are not intended for use by individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personally identifiable information from children under 18. If you are a parent or guardian and you become aware that your child has provided us with Personal Data, please contact us. If we become aware that we have collected Personal Data from a child without verification of parental consent, we take steps to remove that information from our servers. 9. Changes to This Privacy Policy We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Effective Date" at the top of this Policy. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes. 10. Contact Us If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: G.L. Berg Entertainment Address: [825 Nicollet Mall, Suite 1525 Minneapolis, MN 55402] Phone: [612-361-6002] Email: [info@glberg.com ]
- Apply Now for Cruise Ship Representation | G.L. Berg Entertainment
Explore the world. Perform your passion. G.L. Berg Entertainment works with the industry’s leading cruise lines to match our talented roster of singers, dancers, and musicians with immediate and future opportunities at sea. Our role doesn’t end once the match is made, however. Performers receive regular support from us, the ones who’ve been there, all with one of the lowest agency fees in the industry. Explore The World. Perform Your Passion. Start Your Career! Cruise Ship Representation Please complete the form below to be considered for agency representation and cruise ship opportunities Submission Requirements .
- About | G.L. Berg Entertainment
Our mission is to provide the right entertainment for each individual event so all attending have a remarkable experience, feel a positive connection, and enjoy the fact they are a part of something truly special. Very professional, organized, excellent attention to details WHAT PEOPLE SAY “I just want to say thank you.” I have worked with other agents and I have no clue how they book shows. You do things the right way and I love working with you." - Lathrop Friendship Festival For nearly 40 years, G.L. Berg Entertainment has been the trusted partner for event planners and talent buyers seeking exceptional, worry-free entertainment. Our mission is simple: To provide the right performance for each event so that all attending have a remarkable experience , feel a positive connection , and enjoy being a part of something truly special. The Foundation of Trust G.L. Berg & Associates Inc. was founded by Gary Berg in St. Cloud, Minnesota in 1989. Our agency quickly established itself as a nationally recognized leader focused on representing a diverse roster of professional performers. We earned our reputation by consistently delivering award-winning results across multiple markets. Expertise with Global Adaptability At G.L. Berg Entertainment, our business is defined by continuous adaptation and growth, ensuring we always meet the evolving needs of event planners while creating exceptional opportunities for the talent we proudly represent. Today, we book and represent premier talent across an incredibly wide range of venues and settings—from performing arts centers , state fairs , and community concerts to high-profile fundraisers and corporate parties . Our expertise has expanded strategically to anticipate where your needs are going: Global Stage Development: Over the past decade, our focus on providing top-tier talent for stage productions onboard the world's top cruise lines has established G.L. Berg as a globally recognized and highly trusted agency partner. This expansion not only serves new clients but also opens highly desirable, long-term contracts for our artists. Corporate Event Integration: We understand that modern corporate events require seamless programming. By acquiring Elan Speakers Agency , we have enhanced our offerings to be a single, trusted source for planners, effortlessly integrating professional keynote speakers, corporate trainers, and evening entertainment options. This continuous development ensures that G.L. Berg Entertainment remains agile, providing you with cutting-edge booking options and the highest caliber of professional artists, entertainers, and speakers available. Your Event, Our Commitment As an event planner, your focus is on execution. Our focus is on making the entertainment portion effortless . Our history is built on a standing commitment to: Exceptional Talent : A diverse roster of professional, vetted performers. Ethical Partnership : Transparency, integrity, and fair practices in every contract. Seamless Execution : Proactive staff support ensuring an easy, worry-free booking process. When you partner with G.L. Berg, you’re not just booking an act—you're securing nearly four decades of industry expertise dedicated to the success of your next event. Our Team Gary Berg Founder/CEO Tim Stevens Senior Talent Consultant Fairs & Festivals Nate Berg Vice President Corporate & Private Events Katie Partridge Senior Agent Cruise Division Kevin Peters PAC Division Kane Harris Elan Speakers Kaylee Chrabot Corporate, Nonprofit and K-12 Events Kasano Mwanza Cruise Division Ryan Meints Chief Operating Officer Mary Olson Contract Department Lisa Marie Furth Florida Events Awards Our staff are the foundation to our company's success. Here are a few notable awards received over the years: South Dakota Association of Fairs & Celebrations (Associate of the Year) Missouri Association of Fairs & Festivals (MAFF Hall of Fame) Rocky Mountain Association of Fairs (Service Member of the Year) Indiana Association of Fairs, Festivals & Events (Associate of the Year) Minnesota Federation of County Fairs (Meritorious Service Associate Member Award) Association of Iowa Fairs (Leo Overland Memorial Showman of the Year Award) Wisconsin Association of Fairs Friend of the Fair Associate of the Year Bob Williams Memorial Award Associate Hall of Fame University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire (Alumni Distinguished Achievement Award) St. Cloud Convention & Visitor Bureau (Lifetime Achievement Award) Charcot-Marie-Tooth (CMT) Research Foundation (Catalyst Award for fundraising)
- G.L. Berg Entertainment
Professional Speakers. Entertainment With a Message. G.L. BERG ENTERTAINMENT Click above to Play Audio WE MAKE YOUR EXPERIENCE EXTRAORDINARY CORPORATE EVENTS & HOLIDAY PARTIES View FAIRS & FESTIVALS View THEATERS & PERFORMING ARTS View CRUISE SHIP TALENT View CONFERENCES, CONVENTIONS, BANQUETS & GALAS View COLLEGES & UNIVERSITIES View POST-PROM & GRADUATION PARTIES View
- Representation | G.L. Berg Entertainment
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
- Representation | G.L. Berg Entertainment
We are always looking for the best professional entertainers to offer to our clients. Artist Representation So, you're interested in making a career on stage! Let's see what you have to offer! Please select from the following options: Event Entertainment Stage Performer for Events Private Events, Corporate Parties, Conferences, Fairs/Festivals, Theaters & Performing Arts Centers and more Click Here Cruise Ship Performer Singers, Dancers, Musicians, and Guest Headliners for the world's top cruise lines Click Here
- Cruise Division | glberg entertainment
CRUISE SHIP TALENT AGENCY Explore The World. Perform Your Passion. G.L. Berg Entertainment has been providing performers with opportunities to travel and do what they love since 1989. With years of experience both on and off the stage, including our own exciting years performing at sea and current performing schedules, our highest goal is to help make these experiences possible for others. G.L. Berg Entertainment's Cruise Division has grown to become one of the most trusted talent agency resources for the top cruise lines and casting companies throughout the world to provide high-quality & exceptional talent that is grounded in teamwork, professionalism, and community. Whether you are an established performer looking for new performance opportunities or just starting out in the industry, we are always looking for talent to join our agency's roster! For more information on how we partner with Cruise Lines throughout the world with performance opportunities, please select from the options below: SINGERS DANCERS Singers & Dancers interested in joining a cruise ship's production cast ensemble. Typically 6-12 month engagements. CLICK HERE HEADLINERS Guest Headliners with your own existing/complete show and professional promotional materials. Typically 2-6 day engagements. CLICK HERE Use the form below for inquiries to our agency for our other divisions including Corporate/Private events, Theaters/Performing Arts, Fairs/Festivals, and others non-cruise ship markets.
- Cruise Ship Representation Testimonials | G.L. Berg Entertainment
Explore the world. Perform your passion. G.L. Berg Entertainment works with the industry’s leading cruise lines to match our talented roster of singers, dancers, and musicians with immediate and future opportunities at sea. Our role doesn’t end once the match is made, however. Performers receive regular support from us, the ones who’ve been there, all with one of the lowest agency fees in the industry. Explore The World. Perform Your Passion. Start Your Career! Testimonials Cruise Ship Representation To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. Apply Online NICOLE GOODREAU - New York, NY CARNIVAL VALOR - Production Vocalist "Connecting with G.L. Berg Entertainment & Katie was the easiest thing ever when it comes to wanting to take the next step with your career. The process was so quick, and they kept in contact throughout the entire casting and booking. I will always recommend them to ANY talented friend of mine that wants to do cruise ships!" LAMONT & KAYLA PIERCE - Los Angeles, CA & Cumming, GA REGENT SEVEN SEAS VOYAGER - Production Vocalists CARNIVAL INSPIRATION - Playlist Singers/Dancers NORWEGIAN CRUISE LINES PRIDE OF AMERICA - Principal Vocalists “We are singers in the cruise ship industry. Being a married couple, booking contracts together can be difficult and stressful, but since signing on with G.L. Berg Entertainment, it has never been easier! Our agent, Katie is friendly, prompt and professional. She has helped us book fantastic jobs with great companies, which have taken us to parts of the world we had only dreamed of visiting before! We are so grateful for Katie, and the rest of the G. L. Berg team for taking the stress out of what we do, so we can focus on living our dreams!” TARA BORMAN - Minneapolis, MN SILVERSEA CRUISES SILVER WIND & SPIRIT - Production Vocalists “G.L. Berg Entertainment is a fantastic agency. Especially Katie Partridge. She is always looking out for my best interest, and always treats me like a person rather than just another talent on her roster. She is always very prompt and clear with our correspondence and talks to me like a friend and equal. I am confident that Katie and everyone else at G.L. Berg will continue to help me progress in my career and get all my needs met. If you want representation that you can count on and that will make you feel confident in yourself and the direction your career is heading - G.L. Berg is a great choice!" JOHN BANES - Mishawaka, IN CARNIVAL GLORY - Playlist Singer CARNIVAL PANORAMA - Inaugural Cast “My experience working with G.L. Berg Entertainment has been nothing but positive. Months after my first attempt to get a job through the agency, Katie remembered me and reached out with an opportunity. I was booked in a matter of days and Katie responded to my many questions in that short period and the weeks after quickly and thoroughly. I’m proud to work at a job I love and be represented by her!” SOPHIE DAY - Loughborough, England CARNIVAL INSPIRATION, CARNIVAL GLORY, CARNIVAL SPIRIT - Playlist Dancer/Singer “G.L. Berg Entertainment is awesome! Each cruise ship contract my agent, Katie, has booked for me has been a fantastic experience and I’m so grateful of the support and the opportunities I’ve received during my representation!” KELSEY SCHROEDER - Minneapolis, MN REGENT SEVEN SEAS NAVIGATOR & OCEANIA RIVIERA - Production Vocalist “I have had the great fortune to work with this agency for two and a half years. This past summer, I came into the office after being away on contract for nine months and was greeted by smiles, hugs……The family dynamic this agency has is a direct result of the amazing people that put their heart and soul into taking care of and wholly supporting their people. If you’re looking to be a part of a wildly talented family (that even come to your gigs to be your biggest cheerleaders and champions), this is the place to do it.” JORDAN BAKEWELL & HANNAH DAVIES - Leicester, England CARNIVAL TRIUMPH & CARNIVAL ECSTASY- Production Dancers/Singers “We cannot thank Katie and G.L. Berg Entertainment enough for helping us achieve our dream job. They made the impossible, possible and I can’t recommend them enough! Thank you!”
- Sean Emery | G.L. Berg Entertainment
Funny Guy, Jugglin' Stuff Sean Emery Funny Guy, Jugglin' Stuff Download Media Kit [object Object] No one works a crowd like Sean Emery. With over four decades of showbiz experience under his hat, he speaks the language of the audience. His skill of engaging the crowd while performing jaw-dropping juggling stunts, unicycle prowess and sometimes, even fire eating, keeps the audience captivated. Showcasing virtuosity cultivated as a Ringling Brothers & Barnum and Baily Circus clown, a street performer in New York City, an actor, artist, cruise ship entertainer, musician and improv comic, Sean is a master at connecting with your audience and making the moment feel alive. Sean has earned the title of the longest-running performer at the Minnesota State Fair, performing every day of the fair for the past 28 consecutive years. The star of a very popular YouTube channel (with over 91,00 subscribers), Sean Emery (a.k.a. "SHUG") brings his followers on adventures and info-tainment. https://www.youtube.com/user/shugemery >> Career Highlights **Toured with Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus (1980-1982, Red Unit) **12 Years performing on cruise ships around thte world **Longest-running performer at the Minnesota State Fair (2019 marks the 28th consecutive year!) You can catch Sean every day of the Great Minnesota Get-Together at the Family Fair Stage in Baldwin Park **Over 10 years at the Wisconsin State Fair **40 Years in show business **Adjunct professor of Circus Arts at the University of Minnesota; BFA Actors Training Program **Thousands of corporate performances **Motivational Speaker **Performs over 250 shows each year! Sean starred in a short film "100,000 Miles a Second" which won several awards in various Film Festivals in 2018-2019 https://wheelhouse-creative.com/2019/01/25/100000-miles-a-second/ Minnesota Bound also highlighted Sean's "SHUG" persona: https://youtu.be/y2Pafg8hUp0 >> Testimonials "Sean knocked it out of the park! He was heads-and-shoulders above the entertainment we have had in the past. Thanks for all your help and we will definitely be using G.L. Berg Entertainment again!" -RE/MAX "Thank you so much for making it easy and a great night for [our client]– they were extremely happy with the night!" -metroConnections "Thank you!!! Everyone today was talking about how they had so much fun during your show and thought you were fantastic! Just can’t say enough about your great talents. You really connected with everyone and made their day!" -Minnesota-Dakotas District of Kiwanis International “We had a wonderful event on Saturday night and Sean was a huge part of that! I can’t say enough great things about it! I’ve been hearing from a ton of people that they really enjoyed him and I’ve been getting asked how we booked him, so keep an eye out because some other folks might be reaching out.” –Huron Regional Medical Center Foundation “I received a lot of good feed back on Sean! It has been a pleasure working with you, G.L. Berg makes securing an entertainer a painless experience! Thank-you for your service!” –Lyon County Pork Producers "Your entire performance was just absolutely superb! I am just amazed by your talent and so grateful for your top notch professionalism." -Treasure Island Resort & Casino "People have said it is the best program they have ever seen in their library. Thank you so much!" -Northwest Regional Library "Sean was an absolute riot! He engaged the audience from the start and kept them laughing the entire show! As the event organizer, I couldn't have been happier with Sean as our entertainment!" "Hey just wanted you to know that I am still getting great comments from people about your gig-many people have said you reminded them of Robin Williams in his early days-that says a lot in my book!" "A patron came in just from Sean Emery's event. Loved Him! Great! She couldn't stop gushing about what a wonderful program it was, how well he filled the time and made it enjoyable and funny for all ages." -Anoka County Library” "We had many great comments about Sean. He is truly a class act to work with. We had a great time with him." -Association of Iowa Fairs "Thank you so much for entertaining our crowd, you did awesome!!!" -3M Center / 3M Club >> Basic Set-Up Needs In order to give you the best performance possible, Sean Emery provides the following information as a technical rider to his contract: 12′ x 12′ Stage is a preferred size to accommodate Sean’s show with use of unicycles and juggling. A stage provides proper sight lines so your audience does not miss any of the show. It is understandable that in some venues a stage is not possible, so we can work with you if that is your situation. Sean will pre-set his props and sound and lights (if needed) on or around the stage prior to the show and your evening plans. Standard 110v power will be needed near the stage. The stage will need to be cleared of podium, tables etc. prior to Sean’s show. Sean will provide his own sound for his portion of your evening. Also fill-in lighting will be provided if needed. If flying to your event or if the event exceeds the limit of Sean’s sound or lights, Client will need to provide sound and lights. Sean will bring his own Lavalier Microphone. A private dressing room should be available as close to the performance space as possible. This could be a storage room, meeting/breakout room or hotel room (same room as provided for Sean’s lodging). This excludes public restrooms. >> Sample Introduction The following is a sample introduction you might use when introducing Sean Emery to your audience: “Sean Emery has appeared at the White House, on MTV, and around the world on cruise ships and with Ringling Brothers and Barnum and Bailey Circus. He has performed for the past 28 years at the Minnesota State Fair and performs over one hundred corporate events each year. Let’s get ready for showtime….please welcome…Sean Emery!” >> Pricing Information Download Rider
- The Wizard Of Oz On Ice | G.L. Berg Entertainment
by Ice Creative Entertainment The Wizard Of Oz On Ice by Ice Creative Entertainment Download Media Kit [object Object] Experience the enchantment of "The Wizard of Oz" like never before with our dazzling ice show! Watch as world-renowned professional skating champions bring this beloved tale to life on ice, combining breathtaking performances with interactive elements for audiences of all ages. From Dorothy's iconic journey down the Yellow Brick Road to the magical encounters with the Scarecrow, Tin Man, and Cowardly Lion, every moment is filled with mesmerizing choreography and stunning visuals. Don't miss this unforgettable experience that will leave you spellbound! >> Career Highlights Ice Creative Entertainment was founded in 2011 by Olympic level choreographer Alex Wilfand. Since 2011 I.C.E has partnered with and created live entertainment productions for the Walt Disney Company, Dubai Parks & Resorts, Alessia Cara, Tokyo Disneyland, Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, Marriott Hotels, Dolly Parton Entertainment, and more! I.C.E prides itself in being one of the world leaders in performances in where theatrics meet professional athletic feats. Starting as a boutique ice show company, I.C.E has grown to an international entertainment brand. I.C.E was founded with one goal in mind: to create once in a lifetime performances and memories for audiences worldwide. >> 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
- Contact Us | G.L. Berg Entertainment
Contact G.L. Berg Entertainment for the top professional performers and entertainers for Corporate/Private Events, Fairs/Festivals, Theaters, Special Events, and more! OOPS! This page does not exist. Either we broke something or you cannot type. Please contact us below so we can help! (or feel free to navigate our website using the menu above) CALL US Phone: (612) 361-6002 info@glberg.com
- James Wedgwood | G.L. Berg Entertainment
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





