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278 Arts and Entertainment Speakers for hire nationwide


  • Pomona, CA
  • Author / Arts/Entertainment Speaker
  • 11 miles from Azusa
  • $150-$600

I teach creative writing and would love to host a writing event at your campus or next corporate event! My words have been featured in many online and print...

  • Altadena, CA
  • Arts/Entertainment Speaker
  • 13 miles from Azusa
  • $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
  • 14 miles from Azusa
  • $200-4000

Diane H. said “I wanted to take a moment to express my gratitude for the incredible experience I had Keith. I was immediately impressed by his friendly demeanor which instantly made me feel comfortable with him... ”

  • Glendale, CA
  • Lighting Company / Arts/Entertainment Speaker
  • 20 miles from Azusa
  • $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
  • 20 miles from Azusa
  • $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,...

  • Glendale, CA
  • Arts/Entertainment Speaker
  • 20 miles from Azusa
  • $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...

Fields on Film

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  • Glendale, CA
  • Arts/Entertainment Speaker
  • 20 miles from Azusa
  • $200 - $250

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

5.0 (2)
3 Verified bookings

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • Arts/Entertainment Speaker
  • 20 miles from Azusa
  • Contact for rates

Naomi S. said “Last minute I got in contact with Oya for my father funeral service, and she was available and sang so so beautifully for my father’s service and blessed everyone in attendance. I highly highly... ”
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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
  • 20 miles from Azusa
  • $500 and up

Aarthi R. said “Joe was absolutely amazing as the auctioneer for our first fundraising event for our company, Inclusive World. His energy was infectious, and he kept the room engaged and excited throughout the entire... ”
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Ken Murray Magic

5.0 (23)
Top Performer
43 Verified bookings

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • Magician / Arts/Entertainment Speaker
  • 20 miles from Azusa
  • Contact for rates

Lusine S. said “Thank you for a really fun show!! ”
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Tom Ogden

5.0 (24)
Top Performer
45 Verified bookings

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

Betsy G. said “He is so funny and kind. He is pure magic !!!! ”
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Oya Thomas - Keynote Speaker

5.0 (2)
Top Performer
6 Verified bookings

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • Motivational Speaker / Arts/Entertainment Speaker
  • 20 miles from Azusa
  • 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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DJ Mel

5.0 (67)
Top Performer
88 Verified bookings

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

Chris C. said “Dj Mel had great communication from the start of the process and once she arrived she brought the perfect energy, music, and vibes for our 8 yo daughter’s bday. Highly recommend! ”
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Ian Michael Scheller

5.0 (10)
Top Performer
33 Verified bookings

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

Pat G. said “our event was enriched by having Ian as a performer at our New Year's Eve party. Our contingence of guests are all addicts of some sort or another. The event was held at a residential treatment... ”
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  • Los Angeles, CA
  • Middle Eastern Entertainment / Arts/Entertainment Speaker
  • 20 miles from Azusa
  • 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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In the past year, Arts and Entertainment Speakers have sent 219 quotes to event planners.

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Arts and Entertainment Speakers rank #269 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.