Allen D.Edge, "The Edge of Sanity"

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Allen D. Edge is an ordained minister, a talented actor, director, producer, and stand-up comedian with over forty years in the performing arts. He’s worked with The Goodman Theatre, E.T.A. Theatre, Victory Gardens Theatre, The Black Ensemble Theatre Company, Portland Stage Company, First Stage Children’s Theatre, Court Theatre, The Steppenwolf Theatre Company, Geva Theatre Center and Lincoln Amphitheatre.

Allen has performed his special brand of humor at Zanies in Chicago, Barrel of Laughs, All Jokes Aside, Jokes & Notes in Chicago, U Got Jokes Chicago, Comedy Central’s “Comic Justice”, The Comedy Caf in Milwaukee, The Apollo Theatre in New York, and as the opening act for Pattie La Belle, Aretha Franklin, Smokey Robinson, The O’Jays, and The Soul Children of Chicago. He was also featured in a number of commercials and films, including Barber Shop 2 and Tyler Perry’s “Meet The Browns”. Mr. Edge is also a member of Toastmasters International. Allen is Toastmasters' District 35 Humorous Speech Champion for 2011. Allen is also a member of Actors Equity Association(AEA), Screen Actors Guild(SAG), and American Federation of Television and Radio Artist(AFTRA).

Equipped with a Bachelors of Arts degree in Theatre from Columbia College Chicago and a clear calling, Allen has dedicated his talent to God’s vision. He is the founder and president of Transitions Edge Productions, Inc.(TEP). T.E.P. is committed to the effective communication of Christ Jesus through the performing arts and media. Allen also serves as the Chairman of the board of directors for Christian Artists Network and Agape Youth Development and Family Support Services. He is a member of New Heart Worship Center, Intl. where Apostles Albert and Rosa Buford are the pastors.

Mr. Edge believes that God has created every living thing for a specific purpose. When we are in God’s perfect will, He is glorified.

Mr. Edge has a current passport and is ready to travel abroad if necessary.