Variety Entertainers
The following is our menu of prequalified entertainers who have earned the approval of Chicago’s Best Entertainment Inc. Our comedians, magicians, mind readers and hypnotists will perform a 40-45 minute show. When your event date, location, time and budget have been determined, please contact our office and we will be happy to provide you with available videos, pictures, references and promo material on any of the following acts.
Brad Weston
BRAD WESTON – VARIETY ENTERTAINER: This amazing and hilarious act is a theatrical thrill ride… on a unicycle… in a straight jacket! Clean, fast paced, and full of surprises, this show from Chicago is as much like watching a magic show as it is like seeing a juggler. See what everyone is talking about! There are multiple shows and styles available, from full length theatrical productions to smaller, event specific performances. The...
read moreKen Mate
KEN MATE – COMEDY MAGICIAN: This magician is extremely well known throughout the country due to the list of name entertainers he has opened for including: Marie Osmond, Jay Leno, Chubby Checker, Loretta Lynn, Lucie Arnez, Reba McEntire, Debbie Reynolds, Huey Lewis and the News, Chicago and many more!! Ken has a fresh approach to magic, including up-to-date humor, which makes his show interesting, as well as entertaining. His flair for keeping...
read moreBob Higa
Bob has gained a reputation for his dramatic and inspiring program, combining business issues with his magic. He is an accomplished performer with TV appearances, headlining in Las Vegas at the Tropicana’s “Follies Bergere” and Atlantic City Bally’s Park Place plus opening for several popular celebrities. Higa addresses each group individually, strengthening and elaborating on each client’s philosophy. Combining a...
read moreDaniel James
Daniel is a certified Hypnotherapist, accredited through the National Guild of Hypnotists. He has been in the entertainment industry for two decades, making him one of the most sought-after Comic Hypnotists in the country. Daniel will have 1216 of your guests on stage each sitting in a chair. Making sure that everyone is comfortable, Daniel will put them under hypnosis right in front of your eyes and those of the audience. The show now begins...
read moreCircus Boy
This is a fast-paced comedian with the accent on action & emotion grabbing thrills. His act is a comic concerto that takes his audience on a laughter-filled roller coaster ride. The Circus Boy’s performance will include trick bicycling, upside-down juggling, fire-eating, mouth juggling, audience participation, comedy and much more. He has had the pleasure of opening for The Beach Boys, Weird Al, Billy Ray Cyrus, Harry Anderson, Loverboy,...
read moreSpike Manton
SPIKE MANTON – COMEDIAN: Spike Manton is not your typical entertainer. After graduating Magna Cum Laude from Bradley University with a degree in Business Economics, Spike went on to the fast track in sales management with Procter & Gamble. After a couple of years moonlighting, in the Chicago comedy clubs, Spike jumped racks and turned his avocation into a career. Spike hit the stage full stream and appeared on his first television spot, in...
read moreJeb Cadwell
JEB CADWELL – COMEDIAN: Jeb has recently completed his record breaking, “Overdrive Tour.” 400 Standup comedy shows in fewer than 10 months. These sets were throughout Chicago and the Midwest. Recent credits include work at work at The Laughing Post (MI), Comedy on State (Madison, WI), Giggles (WI), JDs Comedy Café (WI), The Comedy Zone (VT). Jeb is based out of Chicago and travels throughout the country. TimeOut Chicago says:...
read moreTim Clue
TIM CLUE – COMEDIAN: The only clue Tim Clue has is how to make his unique brand of clean character-charged comedy play to all ages. Now in his 13th year of standup, Tim is one of Chicago’s top performers. His special brand of humor is based on simple truths and perhaps the funniest family bits in the business. To give you a better idea of what this comic is about, he wrote and produced his own show entitled The Pain of Groing Up Normal....
read moreGreg Schwem
GREG SCHWEM – COMEDIAN: Recently performing at the Chicago Improv, Greg has a gift to make a room of people laugh while he presents himself as an All American, clean-cut guy from next door. Greg’s fresh way of presenting his own jokes really leaves audiences in stitches because he picks a variety of topics, to which we can all relate.. He makes fun of the obvious and allows you to think, “How does that apply to me?” If you...
read moreMike Toomey
MIKE TOOMEY – COMEDIAN: With his sharp delivery, quick wit, and identifiable style, Mike Toomey has been a favorite at comedy clubs and special events since 1982. Mike has appeared in concert with such names as Wayne Newton, Crosby, Stills & Nash, The Four Tops, Drew Carey, George Carlin, and Reba McIntyre. He has performed on numerous television programs including HBO’s U.S. Comedy Arts Festival, MTV’s half-hour “Comedy...
read moreTim Cavanagh
TIM CAVANAGH – COMEDIAN: Tim is a national touring comedian who has entertained a wide variety of audiences for over 15 years. In nightclubs, colleges, radio and corporate settings, Tim’s clean upbeat comedy has made him a favorite. Tim brings to the corporate market a fresh new style, which incorporates a blend of customized material, funny songs and jokes, fun prizes and audience-involving energy, perfect for any business...
read morePatti Vasquez
PATTI VASQUEZ – COMEDIAN: Her unique perspective on politics, family and relationships can only be described as refreshing. Her stories about growing up in an Irish-Mexican-American family produce laughter at the unique, but all too familiar, situations. Who hasn’t worked in and unsatisfying job or experienced those humiliating moments at the doctor’s office? Patti Vasquez brings to life everyday events in each performance....
read moreChuck Salvo
CHUCK SALVO – COMEDIAN: This wonderful entertainer has performed in the top clubs in and around Chicago for the past twenty-eight years. Along with doing his own radio show, Chuck has made a name for himself in the entertainment industry. He has performed in front of 100-14,000 people. You can see how this amount of experience keeps him as up-to-date and entertaining as ever. What sets him apart from other comedians is that he uses his own...
read moreKeith Barany
KEITH BARANY – COMEDIAN: Keith has been called “One of the wittiest comics working today” by The New York Post. With an easy conversational style in his material and his audience interaction, Keith creates truly unique moments without victimizing the people who watch him. His subjects and the ways in which he deals with them from “Isaac Newton” to “how to win an argument” will delight anyone looking for a...
read moreVince Marato
VINCE MARANTO – COMEDIAN: In the fall of 1982, Vince left his management position at a local McDonald’s to pursue a career in comedy. Starting in Chicago, he quickly became a popular regular at Funny Bone, Catch A Rising Star, Barrel of Laughs, Zanies, & Funny Business. Vince is among the quickest witted comedians, in the business, with his shows consisting of “everyday” occurrences and audience dialogue. He appears...
read moreT. Marni Vos
T. MARNI VOS – COMEDIAN: This entertainer is a clean and refreshing humorist. She is as funny as she is inspiring. A motivational speaker who entertains with her keynotes while she motivates and inspires her audience to be top performers at work and as individuals. T. Marni Vos became one of only seven women in 20 years to be a finalist in the prestigious San Francisco International Stand-up Comedy Competition, where over 400 comics...
read morePaul Frisbie
PAUL FRISBIE – COMEDIAN: This comedian is regular at clubs like Zanies’, K.J. Riddle’s and the Funny Bone, and also appears at comedy clubs, conventions and college shows all across the country. He has opened for headline acts ranging from Michael Bolton to Bob Goldthwait. Frisbie has collaborated on material for the Tonight Show and published dozens of articles in newspapers and magazines. Clients hire him to bring humor to...
read moreRick Patton
RICK PATTON – COMEDIAN: Rick Patton’s happy-go-lucky lifestyle has always caused a raised eyebrow or two, as well as laughs. His perseverance and hard work has paid off. Whether he is prying into life’s everyday, bizarre situations, or reenacting childhood moments that made us all a little crazy; you are guaranteed an evening of good clean fun. Patton fits the mold as being the “All-American” kid. His goofy antics and...
read moreTom Crowl and The MRS.
TOM CROWL AND THE MRS. – COMEDY / MAGIC SHOW: Tom and Dierdre Crowl have entertained audiences throughout the world on cruise ships, at conventions, for corporate events, in theatres, at fairs and festivals. A versatile husband and wife comedy team who uses marriage and magic as vaudeville props to create a program that fully involves your audience in their insanity. If you want a unique show that will entertain your audience with good, clean...
read moreRoss Johnson
ROSS JOHNSON – ESP/MIND READER: This awesome entertainer accomplishes difficult—to-believe feats of mind reading, second sight, and mental projection. In other words, Ross seems to possess that which has been a mystery throughout the ages “Extra Sensory Perception.” In keeping with today’s great interest in psychic phenomena, Ross presents his talents in a vitally enthusiastic and entertaining manner. With his dramatic...
read moreSteve Sadaro
STEVE SADARO – PSYCHIC MIND READER: Steven is ready and willing to take you on a mental adventure. During this journey, you and your audience will be amazed and astounded with his unique abilities. To put it simply, Mr. Sadaro appears to send and receive information with his mind. He will name numbers on your driver’s license or call out the serial numbers on your dollar bill. He can reveal and duplicate pictures, word or color, which only...
read moreThe Illusions Of Tim Balister
THE ILLUSIONS OF TIM BALISTER – ILLUSIONIST / MAGICIAN: You can’t go wrong when you book this incredible duo. Crowds love them: and a great show reflects on you, the buyer! Tim and Robin Balster together put on a show that’s nonstop quality entertainment. Their performance is a dazzling display. A fast-paced magician leaves the audience spellbound. Each show is tailored in length and content to suit your needs. Laughter is...
read moreBob Higa
BOB HIGA – ILLUSIONIST / MAGICIAN: Bob has gained a reputation for his dramatic and inspiring program, combining business issues with his magic. He is an accomplished performer with TV appearances, headlining in Las Vegas at the Tropicana’s “Follies Bergere” and Atlantic City Bally’s Park Place plus opening for several popular celebrities. Higa addresses each group individually, strengthening and elaborating on each...
read moreDennis Debondt
DENNIS DEBONDT – MAGICIAN: Dennis is great entertainment!! His spectacular magic captivates the audience and his warm personality draws everyone into the show. He has years of experience creating an enchanting blend of magic and comedy that baffles and delights. At 6’7″ Dennis towers head and shoulders above the other greats in magic. Whether he is performing with the famed Second City, at an International Trade Show, Las Vegas, a...
read moreMark Presley
MARK PRESLEY – MAGICIAN: Mark is a versatile magician with years of experienceperforming magic for all ages. From large corporate and community events to private parties, Mark Presley can customize his routine to suit your needs. His expertise ranges from strolling close-up magic to eye popping stage illusions. He has been showcased in the Daily Herald as well as performed at renowned restaurants such as Max & Erma’s and Michael...
read moreDanny Orleans
DANNY ORLEANS – MAGICIAN: A diamond ring vanishes from a lady’s hand and moments later it is found safely hooked on a key chain. A wad of one-dollar bills magically transforms into hundreds. A wristwatch securely held by a young man suddenly changes time. Sounds impossible? Not if you’re watching the delightful magic of Danny Orleans. His special strolling performance, IntiMagic, is intimate magic close-up and impossible! Performing...
read moreMark Anthony Zwartz
MARK ANTHONY ZWARTZ – MAGICIAN: Fascinating, sophisticated, and amusing! Magic is entertainment at its most elegant when Magician Mark Anthony Zwartz appears at a cocktail party, banquet or business affair to perform his skillful slight-of-hand as he mingles with and amazes guests. Mark Anthony’s unique talents are sure to engage the imaginations of all as he baffles audiences with card tricks, transforms dollar bills to fifties or makes...
read moreJeff Bibik
JEFF BIBIK – MAGICIAN: Bibik’s most popular show is designed for adults or mixed audiences. The emphasis is on comedy and the gags are fun and fast in this oneman marathon. The show includes the $100.00 bill experiment and the ping pong ball of DEATH!!! Quick hands and quick wit characterize this master of magic, who will perform intimately for your audience by moving from moving table to table. He will entertain you with fast-paced...
read moreJoel Brash
JOEL BRASH – MAGICIAN: Quick hands and quick wit characterize this master of magic, who has performed at conventions, trade shows, and hospitality suites all over the country. Joel Brash not only performs on a platform for large banquet audiences, but also close-up at hospitality suites and cocktail parties. As he sits totally surrounded, with spectators at his elbows, you will see some of the most masterful miracles of magic ever performed....
read moreRick Davidson
RICK DAVIDSON – MAGICIAN: Are you looking for unique entertainment specially suited for your next social or business event? Just like magic, here he is! Rick has many years of performing experience and will captivate your audience with his zesty blend of comedy and magic. As quick as you may draw a card, Rick has drawn a crowd. His warm personable manner engages audience participation during a walk around magic performance. If you are...
read moreMike Didomenico
MIKE DIDOMENICO – MAGICIAN: Mike takes magic to the extreme! This world class act will keep you on the edge of your seat. His show is loaded with breathtaking fire eating tricks, exotic animals and cutting edge illusions. One of the highlights of the show is his award winning Bird Act, which has earned him numerous prestigious titles. Mike is one of Chicago’s Best Entertainment’s greatest success stories. We have received many...
read moreFranky Kay
FRANK KAY – MAGICIAN: Frank offers a variety of presentations to fit your program or party. Choose from close-up “table magic” to a full-scale stage show. Consider a “special workshop” that highlights the principles of a particular field of study. Promote your product with a professional presentation at your next trade show or convention. Put the magic back into your next event!! His close-up magic can include...
read moreDavid Evans
DAVID EVANS – MAGICIAN: Unbelievable slight of hand with a comedic touch, using cards, coins, cups and balls as well as objects borrowed from the audience rings, cigarettes, even money. David Evans is a very personable performer, tuning in to the specific moods of the audience. His magic has a special meaning to those witnessing it. Close-up magic is perfect for many types of formats include strolling table to table, hospitality suites, trade...
read moreHerbert Jann
HERBERT JANN – MAGICIAN: This wonderful entertainer can perform for any occasion with his magical presentation including audience participation and/or strolling close-up magic. Confidence and sophistication, his trademarks, are noticed as he performs 300 shows a year including corporate events, holiday parties, birthday parties and back yard gatherings. Herbert has twenty-five years experience and is a successful teacher of magic at a local...
read moreTom Bozz
TOM BOZ – MAGICIAN: Tom Boz is featured in a Chicago Daily Herald article that quotes him about the use of magic in his motivational endeavors, “People need to be entertained… Magic is a great selling tool. People are intrigued by it.”
read moreJohn P. Hopkins
JOHN P. HOPKINS – MAGICIAN: John performs a one of a kind, fast-paced, high energy comedy show you and your guests will never forget. John’s show combines his talent of magic, ventriloquism both highlighted with outrageously funny comedy!! His extraordinary and amusing antics allow some audience members to participate in his show. If your event requires a more customized performance, he can incorporate your product,seasonal celebration...
read moreMarshall Brodien JR
MARSHALL BRODIEN, JR. – MAGICIAN: Marshall Brodien, Jr. is the son of the very famous”WIZZARD” on the Bozo Circus TV Show. Obviously, the art of magic does run in his family. Marshall has been performing his magical stunts for many years and numerous satisfied clients. His delightful personality compliments his slight-of-hand and is amazing to all that witness and participate.
read moreAndrew Head
ANDREW HEAD – VARIETY ENTERTAINER: With his expressive face, lanky body, great showmanship and extraordinary skill, Andrew Head is just the right man to be a juggler. Andrew’s prestigious awards include winning the International Jugglers Association’s Championship twice! He is currently the most versatile entertainer in his realm of performers. Andrew’s juggling is highlighted by his unforgettable personality. He entertains...
read moreBarbara G Meyer
BARBARA G MEYER – TAROT CARD & PALM READER: Barbara has been a professional psychic and psychic entertainer since 1989. She reads tarot cards or palms (or both if desired) in a light, positive, and fun way that people really enjoy. When they are done, your guests will feel good about themselves and excited about their future. She has entertained at Bar Mitzvahs, High School events, Corporate picnics and Christmas parties. She is very...
read moreKaren Uchima
KAREN UCHIMA – TAROT CARD & PALM READER: Karen has been described as amazingly accurate, informative, entertaining, inspiring, and it has even been said she has pizzazz! Of these descriptions Karen Uchima takes pride in being called accurate. With over twenty years of experience she shares her wealth of knowledge and experience with those who want to know more about themselves and others. All she needs is a glance at the tarot cards or...
read moreDave Carlson
DAVE CARLSON – ELVIS IMPERSONATOR: “Elvis, dead or alive” the headlines read. With this entertainer you will have to ask yourself that same question. Our KING has performed for numerous company functions nationally and would be a favorite sight to see and hear at your event. He performs a few Elvis hits wearing his rhinestone-studded jump suit. You know, the one often seen by many concert attendees and your guests may want to take...
read moreThe Rope Warrior
THE ROPE WARRIOR – DYNAMIC JUMPING ROPE SHOW: David Fisher is a lean, mean, jumping machine who executes stunts that most of us can’t even imagine using a jump rope, and he is the current Guinness World Record holder for the most “Rump Jumps” (jumping rope while reclining on his bottom) 56 in one minute. He performs at 15 school assemblies or more, nationwide, per week during the school year (reaching over 5,000 kids per...
read moreFrederick Winters
FREDERICK WINTERS – HYPNOTIST: The comedy of hypnosis is the hottest, most captivating entertainment today. With the snap of his fingers, Frederick Winters escorts volunteers on a journey into their imaginations, providing unlimited laughter and excitement. Whether performing for a sales conference, corporate retreat, awards banquet or any party, Frederick turns any event into years of hysterically funny memories. This unique entertainer is...
read moreDaniel James
DANIEL JAMES HYPNOTISTS: Daniel is a certified Hypnotherapist, accredited through the National Guild of Hypnotists. He has been in the entertainment industry for two decades, making him one of the most sought-after Comic Hypnotists in the country. Daniel will have 1216 of your guests on stage each sitting in a chair. Making sure that everyone is comfortable, Daniel will put them under hypnosis right in front of your eyes and those of the...
read moreBarefoot Hawaiians
BAREFOOT HAWAIIANS – POLYNESIAN DANCERS: This is an authentic Polynesian groupperforming native dances, from the islands, in ornate costumes. Whether your event is scheduled to take place indoors or outdoors, we can create that perfect Polynesian setting and make your attendees think they are at a Hawaiian luau in Waikiki. From the undulating hands and hips of the Hawaiian hula, through the stirring drum dance of Tahiti, or the heartpounding...
read moreJohn-Ivan Palmer
JOHN-IVAN PALMER – HYPNOTIST/ESP: Surprises quickly happen when John-Ivan Palmer takes control of the program. Before you know it you are in the twilight world of mental enigmas all performed through scientific means power of suggestion, misdirection, close observation, disguised influence. If it’s not his ESP then with a snap of his fingers he sends up to 20 subjects, he has never met before, instantly into deep hypnotic sleep. Through...
read moreSteve Belliveau
STEVE BELLIVEAU – MAGICIAN: Steve can make your party memorable by providing his close-up magic while mingling with your guests at a cocktail gathering or performing an after dinner stage show including live rabbits, mind reading and a murder mystery where a spectator becomes the hero. For the past twelve years he has been developing his excellent style of magic. His corporate and other admirers include: SmithKline Beecham Pharmaceuticals,...
read moreJoseph Spiller
JOSEPH SPILLER – MAGICIAN: Joseph is a full time magician who performs hundreds of shows a year for companies and associations. A graduate of the Chavez School of Magic, Joseph can create incredible presentations for sales meetings, conventions, trade shows, hospitality suites and many corporate or social parties. Combining magic, comedy, and audience participation, Joseph Spiller will help make your event memorable and successful. He will...
read moreMike Hammer
MIKE HAMMER – MAGICIAN: We have found great success with Mike Hammer’s zany, hilarious style of magic. He is a “must see” entertainer who has an action-packed show that is loaded with audience participation and is driven by his outrageous personality. His show includes close-up magic, funny sight gags, crazy card tricks and, of course…toilet paper. Wearing his tuxedo, Mike is hard to miss when performing his walk around...
read moreKeith Cobb
KEITH COBB – MAGICIAN: Keith is an incredible magician who has won awards for his close-up magic, stage magic and E.S.P. shows. He is the president of the Wizards Club of Chicago, the oldest independent magic club, in Chicago, since 1996. His strolling magic includes card, rope and everyday objects along with mind reading, topped off by a huge dose of comedy. Some of his most memorable audiences were The Chicago Bulls, The Forge Club, Kraft...
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