Michael L. Walters as Dame Edna!
Michael L. Walters as Dame Edna!
Dame Edna Impersonator in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Why hire Michael L. Walters as Dame Edna!?
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Michael L. Walters is the longest-running Dame Edna Impersonator in the US performing with the blessing of Dame Edna Creator Barry Humphries. Not to mention he is the only Dame Edna impersonator in the world who wears replicas of Dame Edna's fabulous shimmering gowns!
Michael's stage production is a full-scale homage to Dame Edna's Broadway extravaganza, featuring Edna's signature comedy and musical numbers. For private bookings, Walters tailors the performance for you! Details you provide about your guests and family will serve as a hilarious surprise as Edna "shares" those details during the show!
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A review by Carl Gauze for INK 19's "Archikulture Digest"
Dame Edna is a very Australian lady, concerned with appearance and propriety and who dresses like a gift wrapped Elaine Stritch. The character originated with comedian Barry Humphries, and Mr. Walters has the license (or at least the permission) to perform the role in North America. I suspect if the two came together in the same room; the earth would be destroyed in a flash of pure anti-fashion. His show mixes singing and audience engagement with slightly risqué jokes. One gag in involved Dame Edna’s skills at pedomancy, that’s fortune telling with shoes, another talked about adopting a child “from that African country where Madonna shops.” Notionally, Dame Edna is the confidant of the Royal Family, her photo shopping skills could get her into almost any high end party. The real surprise of this evening is the ending; Mr. Walters in his other life is an astonishing singer and tonight as the show winds down he launches into a Carol Channing rendition of “Hello Dolly”. Then after a few bars he drops down a register and does the Louis Armstrong parts, and pretty soon he’s singing a duet with himself. Then he launches into the deepest basso “Old Man River” I’ve ever heard. This is ovation territory, folks, and I doubt the “other” Dame Edna could hit those lows. You missed a winner if you weren’t in those front seats.
Review by: Carl F. G.
Event Date: October 27th, 2012
Event: Concert Venue in Orlando, Florida
Thank you!
Chip and I want to thank you for being soooo wonderful at our wedding. You truly made our event something to talk about and remember for a long time. Our guests were shocked afterwards when they finally learned that you were not the real Dame Edna. Those that had previously seen her were amazed at your impersonation, and said that they would have never know had they not been told. Our guests keep calling us to say what a great time that they had. Also, thank you for the beautiful songs that you sang to Chip and me. They couldn't have been more perfect. I also want to thank you for the ease of booking and working with you, and for your jumping on a plane and coming to New York at the last moment. We can't wait to see your performance again!
With love and affection,
Eric and Chip
October 14, 2012
Response from Michael L. Walters as Dame Edna!:
My Pleasure! Best Wishes!
Hired by: Eric K.
- Expertise
- Communication
- Professionalism
- Priced Fairly
- Adaptability
Event Date: October 14th, 2012
Event: Wedding Reception in Patchogue, New York
Services provided: Broadway Style Entertainment, Cabaret Entertainment, Comedian, Dame Edna Impersonator, Impersonator, Look-Alike
About
As an award-winning celebrity impersonator, Michael L. Walters hilarious portrayal of Comedy Icon Dame Edna Everage has taken him all over the US and Canada to appear at various corporate and private functions and major entertainment events from Las Vegas to Calgary, Alberta Canada. Michael has the distinction and honor of having the blessing and approval of Dame Edna manager/creator Barry Humphries and is the longest running tribute artist in the US that has that distinction. Barry himself has hailed Michael's performance as Edna as "Spectacular!" Michael's meticulous attention to Dame Edna's character, voice, outrageous wardrobe and trademark wisteria hair have caused audiences across the nation to mistake him for Dame Edna herself. Michael's ability to improv in character and to interact and hold court with audiences of all kinds in any situation, makes his Edna the best and most accurate likeness of Dame Edna you'll book in the nation.
Michael's Dame Edna the only Dame Edna tribute artist in the US that wears incredible replicas of Dame Edna's showstopping frocks!
Take a look at the photo gallery at the incredible detail!
Michael's shows include beautifully orchestrated songs (which he sings LIVE) of many of Dame Edna's Comedic signature songs (Losing My Mind, Send In The Clowns, I Will Survive and MORE!
Michael can give your audiences his full-length show: A Royal Audience with Dame Edna" - a 90 minute extravaganza with spectacular musical numbers, audience participation, stand-up as Dame Edna and a floral-flinging gladiola finale, accompanied by our "Flying Projection" multimedia set!
As a performer, Michael has appeared in over 75 musicals and dozens of other dramas and comedies from Neil Simon to Shakespeare. Michael has performed for audiences across the country in some of the nation's finest regional theatres as well as for thousands of people a day at Walt Disney World. At Disney, Michael had the honor of appearing for three years in the longest running musical show in the history of the American Stage: The Hoop Dee Doo Revue, which has been continually running at Walt Disney World for 35 years. Michael was an original cast member of FINDING NEMO: THE MUSICAL, originating the role of Bruce the Shark. Michael has toured nationally as a soloist with the Mantovani Orchestra and with Troupe America's BABES IN TOYLAND.
Some of Michael's favorite roles include Max Bialystock in THE PRODUCERS, Tevye in FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, Albin/Zaza in LA CAGE AUX FOLLES, The Padre in MAN OF LA MANCHA, The Governor of Texas in THE BEST LITTLE WHOREHOUSE IN TEXAS, Nicely-Nicely Johnson in GUYS AND DOLLS, Thomas Andrews in TITANIC:THE MUSICAL, Mr. Enoch Snow in CAROUSEL, Jud Fry in OKLAHOMA!, Luther Billis in SOUTH PACIFIC, Professor Harold Hill in THE MUSIC MAN, and Pap Finn in BIG RIVER, to name a few.
In addition to Dame Edna, Michael is also widely recognized for his spot-on impersonation of The Legendary Jackie Gleason - Gaining the blessing of the Gleason estate and the friendship of the late, great Gleason choreographer and sister-in-law, June Taylor. Michael has performed as "The Great One" many times on the stage of Miami Beach's Jackie Gleason Fillmore Theatre. For his recreation of Jackie Gleason's portrayal of Uncle Sid in the TONY-winning musical TAKE ME ALONG, Michael was nominated for the prestigious South Florida Carbonell Award for Best Actor in a Musical.
Currently, Michael resides in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, where he performs regularly as both Gleason and Dame Edna, in addition to performing his one-man comedic semi-autobiographical show: MR.BROADWAY.
Personnel
Doug Lucas: Webmaster/General management
Influences
Dame Edna Everage! Who else?
What to Expect
Typical Gig Duration: 20 - 160 minutes
Edna is the perfect complement to a wide range of venues and occasions! Walters is a world-class stage veteran and can accommodate your needs like a pro! Both Edna and her assistant will work with you before and during the event to ensure the best possible experience.
Stage/Setup Requirements:
(A microphone/ sound system is required for performance bookings.)
No technical specs for meet/greets.
Please contact for performance rider/ tech list.
Additional Notes:
Please contact us for a performance rider/ tech list. Very little is required for "Meet and Greet" bookings.
Set/Song/Sequence List:
The full performance features Broadway favorites and Dame Edna's original musical numbers!
Experience
2006: 32 gigs
2007: 24 gigs
2008: 36 gigs
2009: 39 gigs
2010: 55 gigs
2011: 49 gigs
2012: 27 gigs
Available for Your
Anniversary Party, Awards Night, Bachelorette Party, Bar/Bat Mitzvah Party, Bar/Lounge, Birthday Party, Bridal Shower, Casino, Christmas Party, Club/Nightclub, Concert Venue, Corporate Event, Cruise, Dinner Dance, Grand Opening, Holiday Party, Luncheon/Tea, Studio Session, Trade Show, Wedding Ceremony, Wedding Reception, Workshop
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