Comedy and Variety
Action Entertainment has a variety of comedy and variety acts to suit your needs. For a preview of several of our comedy and variety acts, check out our online videos.
Comedy Magic
Gil Scott Comedy & Magic
One of our most successful acts! It’s no trick for Gil to have your group laughing one minute and scratching their heads in wonder the next: it's the result of over 30 years of experience in delivering the best in good clean comedy.
Gil can add to the evening of fun by strolling among your group during the social hour and amazing them with magic right up close. Then Gil does his very funny comedy and magic act which he has performed for groups ranging from 50 to 50,000 people. Gil’s humor is always in the best of taste and will evoke gales of laughter from your group!
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Comedy Ventriloquists
Barbara Jean Ventriloquist
Barbara’s charm can add a touch of class and fun to almost any event. Barbara was Miss Michigan 1984 and won the Miss America talent competition in Atlantic City!
A special treat is Barbara’s friend Granny who wryly comments on the passing scene. Barbara combines her skills as a comedian and ventriloquist with an excellent singing voice to create music, fun and laughter!
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Eddie Jaye Comedian Ventriloquist
Eddie is one of the best clean comedy acts in show business. Eddie always works in the best of taste and his show is designed to "hit the funnybone" of everyone regardless of age, interests or background. Eddie’s act includes stories about children, pets and parenting. It also includes a wonderful audience participation routine that makes two of your people his dummies. Eddie closes the show with a zany session featuring the wisecracking Carlton D Crow. Eddie has opened for Barbara Mandrell, Wayne Newton, Alabama and many others. Eddie and Carlton will bring down the house!
Musical Comedy
Bob Bloenk Musical Comedy
Bob does a great program of song parodies and impressions, all with his own unique twist! Bob’s impressions of Elvis, the Beatles, Bob Dylan and a host of others will leave your group laughing and loving it. Bob sings the songs of yesterday and today with enthusiasm and a rollicking commentary that will have you rolling in the aisles. A madcap romp through modern music!
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Craig Tornquist Musical Comedy
Craig’s unique mixture of parody, satire, and standup comedy has made him a hit with audiences throughout the Midwest. Craig has opened for Jay Leno, released his own comedy album and hosted an award winning talk show. Craig pokes fun at modern music, celebrities and politicians. When you want something different with the ability to appeal to a broad spectrum, Craig Tornquist is a great choice.
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Comedy Juggler
Jim Oakley Comedy Juggler
Audiences across the country have discovered that Jim Oakley is more than just a juggler and more than just a comedian. They have discovered that he is a surefire entertainer who always leaves you laughing.
Jim has appeared with Roy Clark, Chubby Checker, Harry Blackstone, Al Martino, and former president George Bush...to name just a few! Jim has also performed over 100 shows with Bobby Vinton and the Glenn Miller Orchestra at the Blue Velvet Theatre in Branson, Missouri. Jim will keep you on the edge of your seat while he juggles unusual objects, including a real axe! Don’t miss out! Get Jim Oakley for your next event.
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Comedy Waiter

Mr. Disaster Comedy Waiter
Mr. Disaster is a really unusual act for those who enjoy a good put-on. Mr. Disaster appears to be one of the waiters, but what a waiter he is...clumsy, insulting and all around incompetent. The real fun begins when people begin to catch on to the fact that things are not exactly as they appear. This act can be combined with an after dinner program for a complete package of entertainment.