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279 Arts and Entertainment Speakers for hire nationwide

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ArtJoy "Giant Puppets Save The World"

5.0 (6)
6 Verified bookings

  • Sacramento, CA
  • Educational Entertainment / Arts/Entertainment Speaker
  • 18 miles from Folsom
  • $195 and up!

Brian G. said “I've worked in the event space for years, as a host and promoter, and I have been incredibly impressed by Toni's work. Not only does she bring a fully artistic vision, but she also brings some of... ”

Psychic Readings by Ella

5.0 (6)
7 Verified bookings

  • Sacramento, CA
  • Tarot Reader / Arts/Entertainment Speaker
  • 18 miles from Folsom
  • Contact for rates

Amanda S. said “Ella was fabulous. She arrived prepared and on time. She made guests feel welcome with a warm and gentle presence. I would absolutely use her again, personally, but also for other events. ”

Black Women in Poetry

1 Verified booking

  • West Sacramento, CA
  • Spoken Word Artist / Arts/Entertainment Speaker
  • 20 miles from Folsom
  • Contact for rates

We’re Black Women in Poetry, dedicated to the sacred flow of spoken word. As a well established act in Sacramento, California, we are happy to announce our...

Leslie Vasquez, Artist

5.0 (3)
6 Verified bookings

  • Pine Grove, CA
  • Face Painter / Arts/Entertainment Speaker
  • 33 miles from Folsom
  • Contact for rates

Natalie F. said “Leslie was a hit. Guest never taught that a human statue was going to be standing right close to the main entrance. Some guest taught she was not a real person. My daughter quinceanera theme was... ”
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Celtic Harp Music by Anne Roos

5.0 (74)
Top Performer
35 Verified bookings

  • South Lake Tahoe, CA
  • Harpist / Arts/Entertainment Speaker
  • 67 miles from Folsom
  • $495 and up

Sheetal S. said “Absolutely loved having Anne performed at our wedding. Her music moved everyone at the ceremony and made our ceremony so magical. My husband cried when Anne started to play. Truly felt blessed to have... ”
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Moody McCarthy

4.97 (59)
Top Performer
111 Verified bookings

  • St Helena, CA
  • Stand-Up Comedian / Arts/Entertainment Speaker
  • 71 miles from Folsom
  • Contact for rates

Allen L. said “We are a firehouse, and a few fire calls delayed our schedule, Moody worked with the delay no problem! He also worked in the fire service into his show which was great:) ”

BeeYonka

4.88 (8)

  • Walnut Creek, CA
  • Spoken Word Artist / Arts/Entertainment Speaker
  • 72 miles from Folsom
  • $500-2000

Natalie O. said “I cannot praise BeeYonka enough for the incredibly moving art that she shared with us! She received high praise from everyone, but not only that I could *see* and feel the space shift upon getting... ”

  • Hercules, CA
  • Arts/Entertainment Speaker
  • 76 miles from Folsom
  • $500 and up

Actor, visual effects artist, animator, voiceover performer, writer, director, producer, public speaker, and genuine Dark Lord of the Sith. 40+ years experience...
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Seasoned host, MC, auctioneer, speaker, actor, and more

5.0 (42)
Top Performer
16 Verified bookings

  • Berkeley, CA
  • Emcee / Arts/Entertainment Speaker
  • 82 miles from Folsom
  • $500 and up

Lily L. said “AJ was fantastic to work with as the host of our brand launch event. He was professional, well-prepared, and brought great energy to the stage. AJ did an excellent job keeping the program flowing... ”

  • Berkeley, CA
  • Arts/Entertainment Speaker
  • 82 miles from Folsom
  • Contact for rates

Imerald Brown is a realistic lyricist and artist. She started off writing poetry, then "singing songs." Eventually she created raps. She is overall a talented...

Storyteller Tim Ereneta

5.0 (2)
2 Verified bookings

  • Berkeley, CA
  • Storyteller / Arts/Entertainment Speaker
  • 82 miles from Folsom
  • $180 - $775

Justin C. said “Tim came to our house for my wife's birthday. The theme was Flannel and Firepits. He spent an hour telling us stories around a fire. He was punctual, polite, and a great storyteller. We were... ”

  • Emeryville, CA
  • Dance Instructor / Arts/Entertainment Speaker
  • 84 miles from Folsom
  • $400 and up

We provide dance lessons, choreographies, emcee services & performances tailored specifically to your event needs. With over 30+ years of performing & teaching,...

  • Emeryville, CA
  • Author / Arts/Entertainment Speaker
  • 84 miles from Folsom
  • $300 and up

Philanthropist, Inspirational Speaker and Author known as 'The Giving Guru' for her daily Random Acts of Kindness and teaching people how to give without...
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Ricky Del Rosario

1 Verified booking

  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • Emcee / Arts/Entertainment Speaker
  • 85 miles from Folsom
  • $2000-$15,000

When the lights come up, the right emcee sets the tone. For over 27 years, Ricky Del Rosario has done just that, bringing energy, professionalism, and...

Daniel Summerhill

5.0 (2)
1 Verified booking

  • Oakland, CA
  • Spoken Word Artist / Arts/Entertainment Speaker
  • 85 miles from Folsom
  • $200 and up

Molly B. said “Daniel exceeded our expectations and provided a well planned and executed writing workshop followed by an intimate performance at our tiny house. He was prompt, professional, engaging and inspiring.... ”

  • Petaluma, CA
  • Arts/Entertainment Speaker
  • 85 miles from Folsom
  • Contact for rates

An Equity Actor and professional director who also holds an MA in Shakespeare and Theatre and a PhD from the renowned Shakespeare Institute of the University of...

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In the past year, Arts and Entertainment Speakers have sent 214 quotes to event planners.

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5 out of 5 stars

There are 675 Arts/Entertainment Speaker reviews on GigSalad with an average rating of 5 stars.

About booking Arts and Entertainment Speakers

In a world where many people use E! and People Magazine as their primary news source, entertainment seems to be the best way to get through to the masses. With that in mind, hiring a speaker that specializes in the various aspects of art and entertainment is a great way to ensure your audience becomes (and stays) engaged and interested. From authors and journalists to actors and models, these arts/entertainment speakers have the background and knowledge needed to provide speeches that will both entertain and inform the attendees of your class, seminar, convention, or special event.

An insightful and articulate speaker at an event can help individuals, groups, and classrooms achieve their potential through a dynamic and insightful speech, seminar, or consulting session. Arts/Entertainment speakers on GigSalad have a variety of backgrounds and experiences. Some have worked in film or theater, both on stage and behind. Others are best-selling authors or experienced journalists. Find and hire the perfect Arts/Entertainment Speaker for your corporate event, seminar, classroom, or convention.

When booking an Arts/Entertainment speaker, be sure you have your event details (date, time, location, topic, etc.) and budget lined up before you contact the speaker. Once you contact them, discuss their subject material and ask if they have any videos of previous speeches. You should also read reviews about them and get references. Talk to people who have hired them before or seen them speak. Next up, you should book well in advance. Some speakers are booked months or years in advance. However, in some situations you might be able to book less than 60 days in advance. Lastly, pay attention to detail in the contract. What are the traveling expenses? If the traveling expenses are too expensive, consider partnering with another organization to host the same speaker during the same time frame.