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285 Arts and Entertainment Speakers for hire nationwide

Professional Writer/ Poet

1 Verified booking

  • Washington, DC
  • Arts/Entertainment Speaker
  • 21 miles from Lake Ridge
  • Contact for rates

As a seasoned writer and performing artist, I have learned how to best provide an experience that opens the minds and hearts of the listener. I have been booked...
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Daniel David - DC's #1 Mentalist Magician

5.0 (11)
Top Performer
14 Verified bookings

  • Washington, DC
  • Magician / Arts/Entertainment Speaker
  • 21 miles from Lake Ridge
  • $1,000-$15,000

Kris said “Dan performed for my 40th bday and it was totally unforgettable! He involved lots of people at the party and really wowed the crowd! Thanks, Dan for making my big day absolutely epic! Don't... ”
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Adam Stone Magic

4.99 (85)
Top Performer
135 Verified bookings

  • Washington, DC
  • Mentalist / Arts/Entertainment Speaker
  • 21 miles from Lake Ridge
  • Contact for rates

Kenn D. said “Adam provided entertainment at an annual pancake dinner fundraiser we offer at my church. He communicated well before the event. He showed up early and was set up well in advance of his act. What... ”
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Joezy

5.0 (10)
Top Performer
13 Verified bookings

  • Hyattsville, MD
  • Emcee / Arts/Entertainment Speaker
  • 27 miles from Lake Ridge
  • Contact for rates

Ocelia P. said “He was professional and personable. I would definitely hire him again and provide a positive reference. All of the attendees liked his performance too. ”
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Otis Hunter Jr

1 Verified booking

  • Fairfax, VA
  • Spoken Word Artist / Arts/Entertainment Speaker
  • 11 miles from Lake Ridge
  • $50-$100

I am a spoken word artist that can be booked for features with poems based on mental health, social commentary, and my Christian faith. If you need an expert in...
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Speed Sketchers 60 Second Caricatures

5.0 (11)
35 Verified bookings

  • Washington, DC
  • Caricaturist / Arts/Entertainment Speaker
  • 21 miles from Lake Ridge
  • $250-1850

Megan M. said “Adam is SO talented. He sketched for our guests at our wedding and everyone was so impressed with his skills! He is easy to communicate with and reliable. I cannot recommend him enough! I will... ”
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Miss Molly Dazzle

5.0 (15)
35 Verified bookings

  • Washington, DC
  • Fire Performer / Arts/Entertainment Speaker
  • 21 miles from Lake Ridge
  • $1,200 - $2,500

Monica G. said “This was an amazing addition to my wedding. Everyone loved her performance and she engaged the audience. I couldn’t have asked for a better performer and will be looking to use her in the future!! ”
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Douglas Frazier - Corporate Speaker & Magician

5.0 (14)
14 Verified bookings

  • Washington, DC
  • Corporate Magician / Arts/Entertainment Speaker
  • 21 miles from Lake Ridge
  • $1000 and up

Jim C. said “I hosted a business golf outing and Doug casually entertained my guests with up-close magic after dinner. They loved it. Thanks Doug! Let’s do it again! ”
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  • Washington, DC
  • Middle Eastern Entertainment / Arts/Entertainment Speaker
  • 21 miles from Lake Ridge
  • 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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Shawn Reynolds

5.0 (17)
23 Verified bookings

  • Washington, DC
  • Comedian / Arts/Entertainment Speaker
  • 21 miles from Lake Ridge
  • $1500-$4000

Julie C. said “Shawn was a hit with our fundraising gala guests! Loads of laughs. I have received a lot of great feedback since the event. He was prompt, great with communication, and just an all-around nice guy!... ”
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Emma G

4.79 (14)
20 Verified bookings

  • Rockville, MD
  • Singer/Songwriter / Arts/Entertainment Speaker
  • 28 miles from Lake Ridge
  • $2500 - $7500

Elise W. said “Emma G has an amazing voice and can sing a wide range of songs! She has a great personality that can engage and connect with the group. She sung outside of our backyard (socially distanced), brought... ”
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  • McLean, VA
  • Athlete/Sports Speaker / Arts/Entertainment Speaker
  • 18 miles from Lake Ridge
  • Contact for rates

2x Super Bowl Champion Gary Clark is your unique choice for an entertaining motivational speaker, host or greeter for your corporate or family events. This...
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  • Washington, DC
  • Costumed Character / Arts/Entertainment Speaker
  • 21 miles from Lake Ridge
  • Contact for rates

Jacqui C. said “I hired Spiderman for a meet and greet, of sorts,with my nephew, who has autism. Since birthday parties aren’t practical for him, I thought a special guest arriving at the house would be a treat.... ”
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Ideal Media Events

4.81 (17)

  • Waldorf, MD
  • Wedding DJ / Arts/Entertainment Speaker
  • 21 miles from Lake Ridge
  • $200 and up

Eric M. said “James (Ideal Media) was our favorite wedding vendor! To start, the price he quoted was great on a custom package. Super low key and easy to work with, he toured the reception property early on with us... ”

  • Washington, DC
  • Corporate Magician / Arts/Entertainment Speaker
  • 21 miles from Lake Ridge
  • $2,400 to $20,000

Debbie B. said “Dewayne made us laugh like we had not laughed in years. His timing and delivery are off the chain. Such diversity of tricks and precision in performing them. Effortless for him and etertaining... ”

Robert Mac

4.89 (17)
31 Verified bookings

  • Washington, DC
  • Comedian / Arts/Entertainment Speaker
  • 21 miles from Lake Ridge
  • Contact for rates

Dr. D. F. said “Robert’s performance at my daughter’s birthday party of three was nothing but professional and spectacular! We enjoyed every moment of his delivery. And my daughter enjoyed her day exponentially.... ”

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Quick facts for Arts and Entertainment Speakers

212 quotes sent

In the past year, Arts and Entertainment Speakers have sent 212 quotes to event planners.

272nd most popular

Arts and Entertainment Speakers rank #272 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.