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Featured Member Ron Kanutski

Ron Kanutski

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(19 reviews)
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • Stand-Up Comedian
  • Travels nationwide
  • $500-5000 plus expenses
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Overview

I am Thunder Bay, Ontario's "King of Comedy" with 10 years as a headlining experience (including virtual shows) Comedian in the United States and Canada. My comedy is flexible, multicultural and suitable for a variety of urban, rural, and remote populations. I have worked gigs with Country Legend Billy Ray Cyrus, Hair Rockers, Great White, Country Stars, Sawyer Brown and Juno award winners, Digging Roots I am capable of delivering clean family-corporate comedy to blue material. I am often hired for my MC abilities & as an Indigenous Culture Teacher. I utilize everything from the comedic toolbox including props, impressions, skit, sarcasm, one liners, & storytelling. Call me!


19 Reviews

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Luan T. • June 16, 2023

Funny, fascinating, engaging

Ron's performance in Long Prairie was incredible. The audience enjoyed his humor, flute solos, drumming and singing. I have already had some requests to get him on the roster again next year. Ron also got the audience to participate in his last piece and invited anyone to stay after and discuss his music and view his instruments. We loved him.

Hired as:
Native American Entertainment, Stand-Up Comedian
Ron Kanutski

Response from Ron Kanutski:

I had an amazing evening with such an audience of kind friendly people. Enjoyed the food at Chavez Mexican Restaurant in town earlier prior to show time. Hope to be invited back to visit again.

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Mary M. • May 23, 2023

Terrific Assembly

Ron presented to K-6 and 7-12 students. He shared information on Ojibwe culture and customs as well as the language. Students were kept engaged for an hour and wished they had more time with Ron.

Hired as:
Native American Entertainment
Ron Kanutski

Response from Ron Kanutski:

Thank you for having me and hope to see you again.The students were amazing!

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Mollie S. • December 7, 2022

5-Star Entertainment

Ron held an amazing performance and captivated the audience with his charming personality, groaning jokes, and passion for educating others about his culture. It was a great show overall!

Hired as:
Native American Entertainment
Ron Kanutski

Response from Ron Kanutski:

MOLLIE. I wish to thank you and your team for the warm welcome to the University of Kentucky. The cookies. were sensational!

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Sarah L. • November 28, 2022

Wonderful Event

Having Ron join our virtual company event to celebrate Native American Heritage Month was a great success. He shared personal stories and insights and was very open and informative in conversation. Several people pinged me after the event to say how much they enjoyed it and how informative it was. Thank you Ron!

Hired as:
Native American Entertainment, Stand-Up Comedian
Ron Kanutski

Response from Ron Kanutski:

It was a pleasure to meet your team and appreciated the questions received during our session together!

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Julie S. • November 7, 2022

TWDS Training

Highly recommend Ron, he was very engaging to the audience. He never lost the attention of the individuals he was delivering to. he added great comedy into the messages he was getting to us, 10/10 would hire him again, in person next time!!

Hired as:
Native American Entertainment
Ron Kanutski

Response from Ron Kanutski:

THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THE KIND REVIEW. I loved all the laughter from your staff!

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Jessica E. • October 10, 2022

Top notch!

Ron is absolutely a stand up kind of man! He is a fantastic comedian as well! Thank you for providing me with such a wonderful experience! Top notch all the way!

Hired as:
Stand-Up Comedian
Ron Kanutski

Response from Ron Kanutski:

Jessica thanks for the opportunity. I enjoyed the two day stay in the community and toured the surrounding area

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Holly A. • August 15, 2022

Ron was a fantastic addition to our event!

We had multiple compliments about Ron Kanutski's performance at our County Fair. Ron was extremely personable and kind. He adjusted his performance to fit the crowd and even gave them fantastic words of wisdom. We plan to have him back in the coming years and I would highly recommend him.

Hired as:
Native American Entertainment
Ron Kanutski

Response from Ron Kanutski:

I enjoyed my visit to your county fair. The audience was very personable and friendly. I enjoyed the events and animals.

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Kay K. • August 11, 2022

A Performance beyond compare!

Ron has a very personal style and interacted very warmly with our group through his music, storytelling and humor.

Hired as:
Native American Entertainment
Ron Kanutski

Response from Ron Kanutski:

I enjoyed my connection with the Ecumen Prairie Residents and hope we can have another visit in the near future. Thank you for the opportunity!

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Dallis C. • May 20, 2022

PC Dinner - Stand up comedian

Love your style, delivery and story! So happy to be introduced to your comedy and it was the cherry on the sundae last night.
Hoping to attend your performance in TBay in July.
Thank you for generous gift of the Louis K Canada Goose… I purchased a Louis K Bear and Beaver years ago from an antique shop. Never knew the history and now I do.
Thanks again and safe travels.

Hired as:
Stand-Up Comedian
Ron Kanutski

Response from Ron Kanutski:

Thank you so much for this lovely message! It was my first time requested by a political candidate in my 12 year career!

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Joanne W. • December 7, 2021

MN American Indian Chamber of Commerce's 33rd Annual Dinner

A perfect evening to gather filled with tradition, ceremony, honor and laughter! Pi na gi gi Ron for being part of another exceptional event!! More MIIGWECHING!!!

Hired as:
Native American Entertainment
Ron Kanutski

Response from Ron Kanutski:

Thanks for the opportunity to share my laughs with the American Indian Nations and businesses of Minnesota

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Cheryl B. • December 6, 2021

Sent him to another event

Ron was understanding of our situation, we couldn't have him at our event, but sent him to another event for one of our communities. I want to thank him for being able to do that. The other group was quite happy with having Ron perform for them.

Hired as:
Stand-Up Comedian
Ron Kanutski

Response from Ron Kanutski:

I am sorry for your recent loss and hope to perform for your organization some day in the near future

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Daniel C. • December 5, 2021

Great show!

Ron came in, read the room and delivered the perfect show. He always made sure he wasn't crossing any lines but still pushed the limits. He had everyone laughing. It was a great show. Would love for our casino to book him in the future.

Hired as:
Native American Entertainment, Stand-Up Comedian
Ron Kanutski

Response from Ron Kanutski:

God bless Daniel. Most fun I have had in years. All my love to the Turtle Mt Ojibway and Blue Chip Financial Staff

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Deb M. • February 16, 2020

Lesueur County fair Minnesota.

Ron Kanutski was an excellent performance. We had tremendous feed back. He's a class act and truly made our event a success. Very funny. Had great he read his crowd completely. Very respectful. Deb Meyer Lesueur County fair

Hired as:
Native American Entertainment, Stand-Up Comedian
Ron Kanutski

Response from Ron Kanutski:

Thank you Le Center MN and. It was a pleasure to perform to such a receptive and enjoyable crowd. Best wishes on your endeavour to keep the County Fair vibrant and alive.

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Candace R. • November 12, 2019

HOWAH Wellness Event

Ron was the main speaker for our 2019 HOWAH Wellness Event for 400+ White Earth Reservation Business Committee employees. The event was about overall wellness and health and Ron made sure to incorporate that in his show, while using comedy as a teaching for important life lessons.

Ron is a solid guy who communicated well with our event coordinators, showed up well in advance, was super easy to work with and is just in general a great guy. As for his show, Ron cracked everyone up. Ron had everyone laughing so hard you could see mascara running down cheeks and people gasping for air. I can honestly say Ron is more than welcome to visit us again and there have been many requests for him at our next corporate events.

Ron is exceptional and anyone would be lucky to hire him--you rock, Ron!

Hired as:
Native American Entertainment, Stand-Up Comedian
Ron Kanutski

Response from Ron Kanutski:

Thank you for the extremely positive feedback. This event was well organized and easy to just jump right in and deliver. . The participants were invested and cooperative. i would love to return if invited .Thank you so much. Meegwetch

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Andrea M. • April 18, 2019

Great entertainer & true professional at his craft.

Ron was terrific! I continue to get great feedback from the community about how much they enjoyed his performance. People were laughing so hard they were crying.... literally. When another presenter was late he was able to go out & improvise with the audience. Stayed on topic. Engaging with all ages. I highly recommend Ron & look forward to having him back.

Hired as:
Comedian, Emcee, Motivational Speaker, Native American Entertainment
Ron Kanutski

Response from Ron Kanutski:

Visiting the Dakota Nation was truly an honor and I look forward to my next visit should it arise. Thank you for your kindness and hospitality!

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Mai Y. V. • November 15, 2018

Such an amazing performer

Ron did a wonderful job at keeping the audience laughing and did a great job with the instruments. He even got the some people involved. It was such an amazing performance to our small campus.

Hired as:
Comedian, Native American Entertainment, Stand-Up Comedian
Ron Kanutski

Response from Ron Kanutski:

I am so happy to be part of this event. It was so much fun watching many of the other performers. Thank you for having me!

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Crystal M. • October 7, 2018

Native American performance

Ron was amazing! Everything we needed for our daughters 11th birthday came true. When my daughter shedded happy tears and stated this was the best birthday ever, meant a lot. Ron is a happy man, with a lot of joy! Flute, drum, and song performance was over the top amazing! If we ever have another event I know we will most definitely reach out to Ron! Not only did we meet this man for the very first time, he is now apart of our family! Thank you again!!

Hired as:
Native American Entertainment
Ron Kanutski

Response from Ron Kanutski:

It was an amazing day to meet you and your extended family and have the opportunity to share stories, songs, and smiles. Thank you for the amazing Indian Taco! May fate bring us all together again.

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Mary A. • December 16, 2017

Great job. Wonderful man.

Ron gave a great performance. Kept people laughing and interacted with our Lion Members made it even more fun. Everyone commented how funny he was. He treated us like we were all great friends. So glad we found him for our Clearwater Lions Christmas Party.

Hired as:
Comedian
Ron Kanutski

Response from Ron Kanutski:

What a great visit with a group of upstanding individuals in the community of Clearwater. Enjoyed a couple Mississippi Highballs this evening.

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Debbie K. • December 8, 2016

Great laughs!

For our company Christmas party, Ron and Todd's performance was perfect! The staff laughed to tears. Awesome show.

Hired as:
Comedian, Native American Entertainment
Ron Kanutski

Response from Ron Kanutski:

Thank you Debbie for the great review. I appreciate your business and hope we can work together again in future.

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Booking Info

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Price Range: $500-5000 plus expenses

Gig Length: 30 - 420 minutes

Languages: English, French, German, Ojibway

Insurance: I have entertainment insurance

Website: Visit website

Phone Number: Call

What to Expect

My material is flexible mixed with stories, one liners, props, impressions and improvisation when necessary. The material can range from clean family material to rated "R" or Blue material. I have a great deal of 1st Nation/Native American perspective material and or multicultural material as well. Flexibility is my strength.

About

45 minute to 1.5 hour stand up headline act.

Additional Booking Notes

Flexible in my performances and have lighting and sound when and if necessary

Services Offered

Stand-Up Comedian Emcee Native American Entertainment

Influences & Inspiration

Pete Zedlacher, Sam Kinison, Robert Schimmel, Dave Attell & Gilbert Gottfried.

Setup Requirements

Pa or Sound System

Mics (Cord or cordless)

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