American Program Bureau (APB) offers the names in entertainment that will not only draw crowds, but educate, entertain, inspire, and impact any audience. They have causes, passions, inspirational life stories, or just star power that attracts attention and is destined to make any event a success. If you want to make a statement, draw attention to a cause, expand into new markets with a product, or just entertain the audience, then the versatility and high profile of APB's entertainment speakers are a natural fit.
Bette Midler
Bette Midler is a legendary singer, dancer, comedienne, and actress. During her career, she has won Grammy, Emmy, and Tony Awards, and has sold over 14 million albums. Not only does she draw a crowd as a keynote speaker, she also entertains and enthralls audiences with her unique personality, and larger than life appeal.
Ronnie Milsap
An incredible storyteller, Milsap tells his inspirational story in a rich program, I Wouldn't Have Missed It for the World, interspersing songs with the defining moments of his life. By sharing his life in song, Milsap inspires others to follow their heart, whatever their abilities may be, and to find their place in ...
Joy Behar
With a voice that sounds, as she says, "like I have Jimmy Hoffa in the back of my throat," Joy Behar strips the varnish off pretensions. Behar is co-host of The View, and brings her characteristic sharp whit and strong opinions to her keynote speeches.
Lily Tomlin
Lily Tomlin, one of America's foremost comediennes, continues to venture across an ever-widening range of media, starring in television, theater, motion pictures, animation, and video. In her entertaining keynote speeches, Tomlin recants her illustrious career, which spanned decades, with candor and charm.
Jewtopia
Bryan Fogel presents "Jewtopia Live," his hilarious, sometimes irreverent, and always highly entertaining show. Be prepared for an evening filled with non-stop laughter and outrageous fun as the creator takes center stage! For this very special performance Fogel (and sometimes his co-star, Jeremy Rishe) combines scenes ...
Alice Tan Ridley
Alice Tan Ridley is a singer and the mother of Academy Award-nominated actress Gabourey Sidibe (Precious). She is known locally as the "New York City Subway Idol." She won an Emmy in 2007 for her part in the documentary Military Families. Most recently, at the age of 58, she decided to take a leap of faith ...
Jim Belushi
Actor, entertainer, comedy legend and celebrity speaker, Jim Belushi offers insight into the “sensitive real man” he’s portrayed on the hit show, According to Jim while sharing his humorous perspective on life and the male/female relationship. Whether acting, entertaining with The Sacred Hearts Band, or ...
Brian Dennehy
Brian Dennehy has won two Tony Awards for Best Actor in a Play, in 2003 for Eugene O’Neill’s “Long Day’s Journey Into Night” and in 1999 for the 50th anniversary production of Arthur Miller’s “Death of a Salesman.” Dennehy also received a Golden Globe Award, a Screen Actors Guild Award and an Emmy ...
Carol Leifer
A trail-blazing female in the world of comedy, Leifer is not only a veteran on the standup circuit, but is also a sought after writer and producer who has worked on such shows as Saturday Night Live, Seinfeld, and HBO’s critically acclaimed The Larry Sanders Show. Whether sharing the struggles of a ...
Larry Miller
More than just a brilliant comedic actor who has appeared in Seinfeld and Pretty Woman, Miller is also a contributing humorist for The Weekly Standard where he displays his true colors as a political everyman. He says the things everyone wants to say about politics and American life in his book, ...
Jay Leno
As the legendary host of The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, his “everyman” style and personality have helped him earn millions of fans worldwide. He has been touted as one of the nicest entertainers in show business and the hardest working -- a winning combination for the man who says, "Anyone can have a life - ...
Capitol Steps
A talented bipartisan troupe of Congressional staffers-turned-performers, the Capitol Steps have performed their clever song parodies for four Presidents and recorded over 20 albums, including their latest, When Bush Comes to Shove.
The Second City
Touting legendary alumni such as Dan Aykroyd, Jim Belushi, and Mike Myers, this creative and innovative comedy troupe has been touring the world for forty years. Featuring a unique blend of classic scenes, songs, and improvisations, the performers guarantee an unforgettable show.
Bill Nye "The Science Guy"
Nye has spent most of his life making science and technology entertaining and accessible. Combining his talents as a scientist, inventor, comedian, keynote speaker, and author, he has attracted adults and children to the wonders of science. Nye's wit and enthusiasm have helped to garner 18 Emmy awards for his ...
Troy Carter
Troy Carter is the founder, chairman, and CEO of Coalition Media Group, a talent management and full-service film and television production company. Carter is responsible for establishing the careers of numerous recording artists, including multi-platinum Grammy award winner Lady Gaga.
Steven Tyler
Known for his irrepressible style, larger-than-life stage presence, and ability to connect with people, Steven Tyler has become a modern day rock icon as lead singer of the Grammy-winning super group, Aerosmith. A testament to the power of dedication and perseverance, Tyler has been through it all – from overcoming ...
Will Shortz
As The New York Times crossword puzzle editor, Shortz is the ultimate puzzle master, whose turn in the documentary Wordplay has made him a word-nerd superstar. Founder of the American Crossword Puzzle Tournament, he is the only person in the world with a degree in Enigmatology, the study of puzzles – a ...
John Edward Hasse
Curator of American music at the Smithsonian and founder of Jazz Appreciation Month in the United States, Hasse is an expert on 20th century American music. A gifted pianist, brilliant author, and editor of several books, including Jazz: The First Century, Hasse's presentations are informative and entertaining.
D.L. Hughley
D.L. Hughley, star of the hit comedy sitcom The Hughleys and keynote speaker, has proven himself as one the hardest working men in show business. Over the past 10 years, he has grown his television and film resume while continuing to sell out concert halls and comedy clubs as a stand-up comedian.
Steve Bridges
Bridges is a master impressionist who became popular for his amazingly accurate characterization of George W. Bush. Now he's wowing audiences again, this time offering a recently debuted, spot-on impression of President Obama.Coupling state-of-the-art prosthetic makeup with sparkling, rapid-fire impressions, Bridges finds ...