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278 Arts and Entertainment Speakers for hire nationwide


  • Altadena, CA
  • Arts/Entertainment Speaker
  • 7 miles from Arcadia
  • $50 and up.

Minerva Ariose is a great writer and performer with a stage presence that is felt throughout the room. Performing at many events throughout Los Angeles...
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Keith Michael Ashton

4.47 (4)
2 Verified bookings

  • Pasadena, CA
  • Corporate Comedian / Arts/Entertainment Speaker
  • 6 miles from Arcadia
  • $200-4000

Ramon B. said “I hired Keith Michael Ashton as the entertainment for my department’s 2025 Virtual Holiday Party. Having previously seen Keith perform live, I thought I knew what I was getting, but I did not expect... ”

  • Glendale, CA
  • Lighting Company / Arts/Entertainment Speaker
  • 13 miles from Arcadia
  • $1000

Tansform your event with sound that truly impresses. At Luxury Sound and Lighting, we combine cutting edge technology with a touch of luxury to make every event...

  • Glendale, CA
  • Arts/Entertainment Speaker
  • 13 miles from Arcadia
  • $175 - 200

I do lectures for senior citizens about film history and vintage fashion. I cover a variety of topics including Hollywood scandals, musicals, film noir,...

Fields on Film

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  • Glendale, CA
  • Arts/Entertainment Speaker
  • 13 miles from Arcadia
  • $200 - $250

Experienced Film Programmer, Writer, Teacher, and Lecturer. Programmed and lectured at many massive film retrospective events, including the...

  • Glendale, CA
  • Arts/Entertainment Speaker
  • 13 miles from Arcadia
  • $500-2000

A rip-roarin’, fun, high-energy talk about cartoons, their history, and their relationship to our culture. From a 25-year veteran of the LA-based animation...
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Partners in Shine Music

5.0 (2)
3 Verified bookings

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • Arts/Entertainment Speaker
  • 13 miles from Arcadia
  • Contact for rates

Robert said “Oya and Kent were absolutely spectacular. They made our Fathers service very special, the performance was beautiful beyond what I imagined. OYA’s singing was 5 star , Kent on the piano created an... ”
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Joe Cummings - Best Emcee / Host & Auctioneer

5.0 (34)
Top Performer
36 Verified bookings

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • Emcee / Arts/Entertainment Speaker
  • 13 miles from Arcadia
  • $500 and up

Claudia D. said “Needed an auctioneer for a non-profit auction dinner event. Joe was just right. Joe was entertaining and was able to pay for his own fee do to his encouragement and excitement of the items... ”
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Ken Murray Magic

5.0 (23)
Top Performer
43 Verified bookings

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • Magician / Arts/Entertainment Speaker
  • 13 miles from Arcadia
  • Contact for rates

Natalie O. said “I hired Mr.Murray to perform for my small group of friends and family at home for my 25th birthday and it was an amazing experience! He was very kind and soft spoken. He had everyone intrigued and... ”
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Oya Thomas - Keynote Speaker

5.0 (2)
Top Performer
6 Verified bookings

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • Motivational Speaker / Arts/Entertainment Speaker
  • 13 miles from Arcadia
  • Contact for rates

Betsi B. said “Oya was spot on for our business women's event speaking on Negotiation skills and with at our request linking to Biblical principals. She received excellent evals from all of our participants. ... ”
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DJ Mel

5.0 (67)
Top Performer
88 Verified bookings

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • DJ / Arts/Entertainment Speaker
  • 13 miles from Arcadia
  • $200-$5000

Malgo L. said “She was absolutely fantastic at our Father-Daughter Dance! From start to finish, she kept the energy high and did an amazing job getting everyone involved. The dance floor was full all night, and both... ”
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Ian Michael Scheller

5.0 (10)
Top Performer
33 Verified bookings

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • Magician / Arts/Entertainment Speaker
  • 13 miles from Arcadia
  • $450.00 and up

Larry F. said “We JUST LOVED his performance. He got everyone envolved. ”
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Tom Ogden

5.0 (24)
Top Performer
45 Verified bookings

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • Comedy Magician / Arts/Entertainment Speaker
  • 13 miles from Arcadia
  • Contact for rates

Cc said “He was the cherry on top of an already special day. His comedy & magic was a hit for the whole family; his show is fun for audiences of all ages. He was very engaging & patient. We were admittedly... ”
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  • Los Angeles, CA
  • Middle Eastern Entertainment / Arts/Entertainment Speaker
  • 13 miles from Arcadia
  • Contact for rates

Souhaila B. S. said “He is beyond amazing, arrived at time, very respectful and considerate! He has such a smooth amazing voice! Laith is very communicative and one of the most kind, warm person I’ve ever met. I highly... ”
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Chris Zurich

5.0 (24)
34 Verified bookings

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • Singing Guitarist / Arts/Entertainment Speaker
  • 13 miles from Arcadia
  • $200 and up

Ben C. said “Chris did a great job matching and directing the mood of the crowd. He is a great performer and I highly recommend hiring him for your events. 40 person house party. ”
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Magician Lex The Illusionist Mentalist

5.0 (14)
23 Verified bookings

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • Magician / Arts/Entertainment Speaker
  • 13 miles from Arcadia
  • $400 to $5000

Beatriz A. said “Lex was a very fun time, he engaged all my guests and had magic for the kids and adults. All of my guests left very impressed with his skills and thoroughly enjoyed his whole set. He was very... ”

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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.