Performances Speakers

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 ...

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 ...

Women of the Calabash

A unique 4-person vocal and percussion ensemble that interprets music from Africa, Latin American, the Caribbean and Black America on a variety of folk instruments made from calabash, bamboo and wood. This performance is highlighted by authentic costumes, dance and commentary.

Alfre Woodard

Known for the challenging roles she's played on film and in television, critically acclaimed actress Alfre Woodard's work has earned her an Oscar nomination, four Emmy Award wins and 16 nominations, three SAG awards, and a Golden Globe. Woodard also enjoys philanthropic work and currently serves on the National Film ...

Michael York

Audiences have long marveled at York's versatility with his impressive body of work on screen, stage, television, and in audio recording. In addition, this consummate performer has written several books and lectures on Shakespeare, the poetry of Rudyard Kipling, and the history and art of acting.

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.

Rita Moreno

Rita Moreno is one of a select group of only eight living performers to have achieved entertainment's grand slam, having won all four of the most prestigious awards in show business: the Oscar, the Emmy, the Tony, and the Grammy.

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 ...

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.

Roscoe Orman

Orman is best known for his long running portrayal of "Gordon" on the highly acclaimed children's television series, Sesame Street. A talented and generous individual, he has been a vocal advocate for children’s issues, including child abuse prevention, while actively involved with the Children’s Defense Fund ...

Kinky Friedman

Outrageous, irreverent, and thought-provoking, Friedman is a larger-than–life humorist and political satirist who takes on culture, political posturing, and the state of our nation with his own firebrand wit and wisdom. A former independent candidate for Texas Governor, he has a truly unique viewpoint on the folks and ...

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.

Jimmy Tingle

Funnyman Tingle gives his opinions on anything and everything. Appeared on The Tonight Show, The Late Show with Conan O'Brien and an HBO One Night Stand comedy special.

Branford Marsalis

World-renowned saxophonist Marsalis has always been a man of numerous musical interests. The 46-year-old, three-time Grammy winner has continued to exercise and expand his skills as an instrumentalist, a composer, and the head of Marsalis Music, the label he founded in 2002.

Danny Boome

The breakout star of the hit Food Network show Rescue Chef, Boome shares practical, no-fuss recipes and techniques for aspiring cooks of any skill level. Incredibly charismatic and energetic, and a strong believer that a healthy meal enhances both body and mind, his handy tips are designed to provide essential ...

Drum Cafe

The Drum Café is a unique and exciting way to get your employee involved and energized. It transforms a company, division or work team into a drumming orchestra teaching participants to listen to one another and to make music together. The non-verbal communication of drumming provides a powerful, unifying message, which ...

Raspyni Brothers

Dan Holzman and Barry Friedman are the Raspyni Brothers. Their original blend of mirth, mayhem, and madness have earned them multiple television appearances including The Tonight Show with both Johnny Carson and Jay Leno. The Raspyni Brothers have taken their twisted brand of vaudevillian humor to over 1000 successful ...

The Stars of Dancing With the Stars

Dancing with the Stars is an exciting new program where you can join actual performers from the hit show Dancing with the Stars in an energizing and interactive performance.

Dallas Arcand

Arcand is an Aboriginal Entertainer from the Alexander (Kipohtakaw) Cree Nation, located near Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. Arcand has been a World Class Hoop Dancer for ten years, and in 2004 and 2005 was awarded 2nd prize at the Heard Museum’s Annual World Championship Hoop Dancing contest in Phoenix, Arizona, USA. In ...