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Leapin’ Louie Comedy Variety Shows

pam — Thu, 29 Dec 2011 08:38:49 +0000

Get them excited and make them laugh! Variety comedy show featuring fancy lasso work, juggling, high unicycle, comedy and audience participation. As seen in 24 different countries around the world including (in 2011 alone) multiple tours of Australia, Europe, and Latin America.

Leapin’ Louie travels widely!

Contact: David Lichtenstein

Phone : (503) 425-9954

Email: david@comedytricks.com

Website: http://www.comedytricks.com/

WORDS OF PRAISE FOR DAVID LICHTENSTEIN, “LEAPIN’LOUIE”:

“…Lichtenstein’s real gift is his warmth and humor – attributes he uses to create an intimate alliance with the audience.” Roseburg News Review

“Lichtenstein, a multitalented performer, has to be seen to be believed.”
Portland Oregonian

“The show’s a calamity, but somehow you love it: Lichtenstein is charming.
He’s as warm as fresh bread. He seems so humble, you almost forget he’s a
nimble comic who has a vast repertoire” Portland Oregonian

“His humor is refreshing and unpredictable and universally appealing. He
is a consummate performer whose skills are so impressive that he can hold
the attention of any audience …” Don W., Director, Kids Konnection Circus Project

“David, your act was very well received. People enjoyed both your strolling sets, as well as your stage shows. You provided fun entertainment that was enjoyed by all ages. We enjoyed having you as a part of the 1999 Iowa State Fair, and look forward to working with you again in the future. Sincerely” Jan H., Assistant Manager, Iowa State Fair, September, 1999

Dezy Walls-The Pianobike Kid!

pam — Thu, 10 Nov 2011 19:43:35 +0000

Dezy Walls: Entertainer, singer, comedian, motivator, playwright, piano man, people magnet and stress busting superhero! From Kinsale, Ireland to Portland, OR (in a round the world sort of way) Dezy entertains with his warm, witty and hilarious insights into life, Irish style. He gets under the skin of life and it’s funny – songs eked out of life’s experiences – true stories disguised as lies. His repertoire spans 20th century to ’70s plus his own. Shows tailored to suit the occasion with/without his PIANOBIKE. Now based in Carlton, Oregon he will travel to your facility or event venue in the Portland/Vancouver area or Mid-Willamette Valley.

NO SET CHARGE, DONATIONS GRATEFULLY ACCEPTED!

Phone: (239)404-9944

Email : dezy@pianobikekid.com

Website : www.pianobikekid.com

Music sample: http://www.pianobikekid.com/musicmp3/waiting.mp3

Praise for Dezy, The Pianobike Kid:

“I know after all these years that there is only one very authentic performer where nobody will stay on his chair when he starts to perform and that’s you Des.” Ron W. Belgium, December 2008

“Dezy I am visiting with my 86 year old mom in NJ. she has Alzheimers, is so very confused at all times, doesn’t believe me when I tell her I am her daughter… but here is the point to my story. tonite I took her to dinner and on the way home I played your CD for her. anyway, this old lady who can barely remember her own name laughed hysterically during the anger management song and absolutely loved Irish catholic boy. your music gave me back my mom for a few precious moments. Thank you, Dezy! ” Lisa B. – State College, PA – 04/29/11

Nora Martin Janik–My Early Years in Hollywood as an Actress and Singer!

pam — Sat, 16 Jul 2011 21:11:15 +0000

Invite me to share my recollections of early life in Hollywood before and during WWII. I was “discovered” by Eddie Cantor, made movies with Roy Rogers and Gene Autrey, and sang with some of the most well known orchestras of the time–Paul Whitman, David Rose, Mark Warner, etc. I also sang with the great Les Paul, and helped raise millions of dollars in War Bonds. I am now 90, and though I no longer sing, I do love to speak about those early days, show you photos and memorabilia, and let you hear recordings of my songs that have been made into a CD! My program is free, but if you would like to purchase a CD, all proceeds will go to scholarships for women through the P.E.O., a philanthropic organization providing scholarships, grants, awards, and loans to motivate women to achieve their highest aspirations. http://www.peooregon.org/

I am available to visit your facility or event in the Portland/Vancouver area.

Contact: Marie Forrester (Nora’s friend and fellow P.E.O. member)

Phone: (503)516-9439

Curtis Frye, Theater of the Mind–Magician and Mentalist!

pam — Sat, 26 Mar 2011 03:29:22 +0000

Curt’s Theater of the Mind show combines the best of traditional stage magic with mental abilities such as solving sudoku puzzles rapidly! His shows are interactive and fun for everyone! Through his experiences in the defense, computer technology, and theater industries, Curt has developed a wide range of skills that seemingly defy explanation. Whether he works out difficult math problems in a flash, solves a hard sudoku puzzle in under two minutes, or determines which word among tens of thousands a participant visualizes, Curt takes advantage of his fifteen years of performing experience to shape demonstrations that entertain audiences and challenge them to make the most of their own capabilities.

Invite Curt to entertain at your facility or event. He is based in the Portland area, but he travels widely!

“Curt was not only magical, but very entertaining….I would recommend Curt as a performer for any event.” — Roz C., DW Fritz Automation, Inc.

Phone: (503)880-1638

Email : curt@curtisfrye.com

Website : www.curtisfrye.com

Cynthia Schwell–”Family Stories & Other Guests”

pam — Sat, 04 Dec 2010 06:38:20 +0000

I hope you’ll invite me to present my ONE WOMAN SHOW, “Family Stories & Other Guests”, featuring plenty of audience interaction, storytelling, various characters & special requests. You’ll enjoy my humorous, human interest style! I am a professional actress with many years experience performing live theatre in Boston. Also, I have been a teacher for 30 years and currently teach acting at colleges and schools in the Portland area.

Read what other activity directors have said about me: “We enjoyed your performance so very much & look forward to having you return!”Laurie M. and Residents at Courtyard at Mt. Tabor

“I think it was a conversation starter for several residents” Peggy W., The Heights at Columbia Knoll

“This show really helped to bring our stories to life. I feel it will support the residents to break out of their shell & share more with each other daily. We would love for Cynthia to come perform for us more often & continue to bring her positive message.” Shirley D., Resident & Hollie M., Activities Director, Menlo Park Health Care

I am available to travel within the Portland area.

Phone: (503)661-3945

Email: actschwell@gmail.com

Mitch Hider–Whistler, Vaudeville style performer, and Historian of Whistling

pam — Wed, 25 Aug 2010 02:41:26 +0000

Mitch Hider, of Eugene, is a long-time professional musical whistler and vaudeville-style performer. He is in the National Whistlers Hall of Fame and is a noted historian of whistling; he has given talks about the history, using vintage recordings. Mitch whistles, sings, yodels and scats; he does standards, jazz, show tunes, sacred, western, novelty, international and more. He does opera parody and a humorous magic show. He plays ukulele, harmonica, drums and other novelty instruments. He uses a table of hats and props. Mitch’s shows have a lot of humor, but he also does church programs and has whistled at many funerals. He once whistled with “Bertha the Harmonica-Playing Elephant”!

Contact Mitch for a program at your facility or event! He is based in Eugene, but he travels widely!

Phone: (541)343-1115

Reliving Radio, the Way Radio Was–with Dick Karman

pam — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 03:03:34 +0000

Reliving Radio! Return with us to those thrilling days of Radio’s Golden Age. Tour host Dick Karman brings the sounds and memories to you. The Way Radio Was while bringing back memories and magic from the 20′s, 30′s, 40′s and 50′s, sets up in your dining room, activity hall, or church. When he’s entertaining, you’ll hear clips of Jack Benny, FDR, Our Miss Brooks, Suspense, Edward R. Murrow, Johnny Dollar and dozens more. Hear and remember advertisements from radios early years, from Perfect Circle Piston Rings, to Jello Tapioca Pudding, Yes Siree!. With sound bites and stories about radio personalities, news and entertainment, your host has assembled special shows for Christmas, Veterans Day, 4^th of July and Valentines Day. Your residents all will remember Pearl Harbor Day, VE day and the day the Hindenburg crashed at the mooring mast. Whether the Way Radio Was focuses on a holiday or just transports your residents out of the winter dull drums, Reliving Radio makes every day a special event.
Special memories are always accompanied by special music. Don’t miss the best music in the last century in the Way Radio Was. You can have Tommy Dorsey, Glen Miller, Artie Shaw and Spike Jones, or you can have request patriotic music from Tex Beneke, Jo Stafford, Dinah Shore, and Johnny Mercer. It can be center stage or background for your open house, Senior “sock hop”, special banquet, or outdoor event..
The Way Radio Was entertains elder audiences with one hour morning or afternoon presentations and at evening shows that accompany dinner parties (complete with 30′s and 40′s dance music!). The Way Radio Was delights audiences with the memories, emotion and music of days gone by, and is different every time it comes to your facility.
There is always “picture show” of radio personalities and sponsors that keep the attention of the audience while helping folks remember the Way Radio Was! Some churches use Reliving Radio to be the theme for their “senior Saint” events with a spiritual emphasis on The Way Radio Was.

**My audiences have told me that the music from 50 to 70 years ago often triggers a certain consciousness in those with memory impairment. I can also provide a special, shorter program for those with memory loss.

Read recent testimonials of The Way Radio Was:

“Dear Pam, I want to let you know how much my residents loved Dick Karman’s performance on The Way Radio Was. He is full of historical tidbits and trivia. We all learned so much! He keeps the audience riveted with music, news, and commercials. He presented an impressive display of old-time radios, microphones, and equipment. I recommend his show and we are all excited to have him back here at Hawthorne Gardens! Sincerely, Tracy A.”

“The Chairman of the Program Committee of Retired Associates of Portland State University (RAPSU) asked me to tell you how satisfied our members were with Dick Karman’s “Radio Man” presentation. He was a big hit with the members and will be asked back soon!” Bill D.

“I wanted to let you know we had Dick Karman do his “Reliving Radio” Show yesterday and our residents really enjoyed reminiscing about the old radio programs, ads and songs – he brought many smiles to their faces. He was very professional, sounding like an old-time radio announcer, and flowed from one thing to the next. Talking to him afterwards, I found out he has many other programs, including background music for dinners, etc. and we will definitely be having him back. Thank you,” Shirley A. at Hearthstone at Murrayhill

Visit Relivingradio.com for more information or to arrange a performance at your facility! We travel widely.

Contact: Dick Karman

Phone: (503)784-4398

Email: relivingradio@karmans.net

Website: www.relivingradio.com

Bob Eaton, Magician

pam — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 21:33:48 +0000

Magical comedy act, fun for all ages, lots of audience participation. Stage and strolling magic. 35 years of experience. Invite me to your facility or event in the Portland Metro area!

Contact: Bob Eaton

Phone: (503)643-2700

Email: bobmagic@comcast.net

Keith Taylor–Ragtime and Early American Piano music

pam — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 06:57:14 +0000

I am a pianist and composer who specializes in ragtime and early American music. I learned piano as a young boy and while in high school I played piano in the “Red light” district of Ketchikan, Alaska! I am classically trained, did graduate music studies in Paris, and currently live near Baker City, where I teach at Blue Mountain Community College, and perform. I travel widely, so please contact me to arrange a program at your facility or event!

**Also, I can bring silent movies and a projector, and play ragtime accompaniment to the old movies!

Check out my website and then call me to arrange for a program in your area!

Contact Keith Taylor

Phone: (541)856-3853

Website: www.akeithtaylor.com

Music Sample: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cUmur7BpGCg&feature=related

New Century Players

pam — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 05:39:35 +0000

New Century Players is a community-based theater company in the greater Milwaukie and Oregon City area! NCP was founded December 10,2003. The company’s mission is to offer an experience in all phases of the theater, performing and technical, while working to enhance the creative and artistic opportunities available to the community.

**Our winter production is HAIRSPRAY, opening February 10, 2012. Our spring murder mystery dinner show is BLUNT FORCE DRAMA, opening April 21, 2012.

Anyone with an interest in any aspect of theater is welcome to come and check us out!

Read more about New Century Players at our website!

Phone: 503-367-2620

Email:newcenturyplayersnews@gmail.com

Alternate E mail: info@newcenturyplayers.org

Website: www.newcenturyplayers.org