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276 Arts and Entertainment Speakers for hire nationwide

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Oya Thomas - Keynote Speaker

5.0 (2)
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6 Verified bookings

  • San Diego, CA
  • Motivational Speaker / Arts/Entertainment Speaker
  • Contact for rates

Ken N. said “Oya was asked to come give a brief inspirational message at our first Gospel Brunch and she delivered. Highly recommend. ”
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Tom Cruise Impersonator

5.0 (45)
77 Verified bookings

  • San Diego, CA
  • Tom Cruise Impersonator / Arts/Entertainment Speaker
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Chris M. said “Uncanny resemblance to TC. We got a bit of Maverick and then a quick throwback to "Cocktail". The international mixed crowd had a blast interacting and taking photos. When out of character, Jerome... ”
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Sammy Donado

2 Verified bookings

  • San Diego, CA
  • Emcee / Arts/Entertainment Speaker
  • Contact for rates

17 years as touring MC/DJ and 1,000+ events - I am an expert at keeping crowds engaged at events of all types and sizes. I pride myself not only in my...
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  • San Diego, CA
  • Business Motivational Speaker / Arts/Entertainment Speaker
  • Contact for rates

Raul V. said ““We host a 3 day event for high performing people and professionals. Patrick was one of our chosen keynote speakers for our event in Las Vegas. Patrick Combs proved to be a extraordinarily dynamic,... ”

Andrew Gottlieb

5.0 (4)
2 Verified bookings

  • San Diego, CA
  • Spoken Word Artist / Arts/Entertainment Speaker
  • Contact for rates

Rachel J. said “Prompt, gracious, passionate, professional, authentic...the list can just go on. Would have him back anytime! ”

Michael Gi

5.0 (1)

  • San Diego, CA
  • Gospel Singer / Arts/Entertainment Speaker
  • $400 - $800

Karen W. said “I thought the days of passionate, soulful singers were a thing of the past. Well, I was wrong –because Michael Gi not only showed up to my event on time, but was ready to go! Upon gracing the... ”

  • Rancho Santa Fe, CA
  • Leadership/Success Speaker / Arts/Entertainment Speaker
  • 21 miles from San Diego
  • $7,500-$12,500

Steve Rodgers is a powerful and dynamic speaker who excels at communicating with audiences big and small and delivering to them practical and applicable...

  • Carlsbad, CA
  • Spoken Word Artist / Arts/Entertainment Speaker
  • 32 miles from San Diego
  • Contact for rates

1) On-Site Poetry Creation: Immediate, personalized poetry on any subject. 2) Workshops: Topics regarding writing as a craft, publishing (traditional,...

  • Oceanside, CA
  • Author / Arts/Entertainment Speaker
  • 36 miles from San Diego
  • Contact for rates

I will speak to groups who have an interest in writing nonfiction, such as seniors, retirees, business owners, and experts. I'm a bestselling author and have...

  • Temecula, CA
  • Princess Party / Arts/Entertainment Speaker
  • 54 miles from San Diego
  • $45-$290

Gleaming Rose Princess Parties is an entertainment service in which you hire the Princess of your dreams! With our wondrous party packages, Your wishes will...

NVE Records

5.0 (1)

  • Murrieta, CA
  • Wedding DJ / Arts/Entertainment Speaker
  • 58 miles from San Diego
  • $100 and up

Hana L. said “I was a bit nervous about hiring a DJ for my wedding, mostly because I had no idea how to go about it. However, Gary was great! The song selection during my reception was amazing! He kept the party... ”

  • Dana Point, CA
  • Educational Entertainment / Arts/Entertainment Speaker
  • 61 miles from San Diego
  • $200 and up

Original songs and dramas about women in the Bible who have done brave and courageous deeds for the glory of God. Using the Bible as my foundation, I bring in...

  • Laguna Beach, CA
  • Arts/Entertainment Speaker
  • 68 miles from San Diego
  • Contact for rates

Steve Sweitzer I am an explorer and photographer who has traveled to more than 70 countries worldwide. Through my lens, I capture the beauty of nature,...

  • Laguna Beach, CA
  • Actor / Arts/Entertainment Speaker
  • 68 miles from San Diego
  • Contact for rates

I’m a social media content creator and actor in the beginning process of my career

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Quick facts for Arts and Entertainment Speakers

214 quotes sent

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

271st most popular

Arts and Entertainment Speakers rank #271 in popularity out of 539 categories on GigSalad.

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.