Bill Kirchenbauer - Comedian

Bill Kirchenbauer has a kind face and you've seen a thousand times before on television. He is a boundless bald teddy bear of energy, who embodies the very essence of everyman. And right now he is one of the most sought-after entertainers on the entertainment event market.

Bill Kirchenbauer is the ultimate performer for live corporate events and stand up comedy shows.

Kirchenbauer's experience with making people laugh goes back to his early childhood. Rumor has it that he sold out sandboxes across the country with his pre-pubescent standup routine. A long run in a variety of schools -- his father was in the military -- gave him the diversity of experience.

While others studied marketing strategy, Bill Kirchenbauer studied mime, ventriloquism, and improvisation, leading up to his winning the first Stand Up Competition in Los Angeles in 1978. Soon after that victory, Kirchenbauer appeared on Late Night With David Letterman and The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson. Carson liked Kirchenbauer so much he booked him for 10 more appearances.

It wasn't long until the television and film industry got wind of this tornado of talent and snatched him up. He proved to be a formidable acting talent, as well.

He has appeared in many film projects, including Airplane, National Lampoon, and Stoogemania, as well as regular starring roles on television series including Fernwood Tonight, Mork & Mindy, Night Court, and Totally Hidden Video.

It was during the popular series Growing Pains, that ABC executives decided it was time for Kirchenbauer to have his own television show, and created Just the Ten of Us. It proved to be a ratings hit, and Kirchenbauer is known worldwide as the irascible, but lovable, "Coach Lubbock". The show is currently seen in many foreign countries, as well as in the United States on the USA Network.

Bill Kirchenbauer's true love has always been the stage - making live audiences convulse with laughter. After appearances on The Arsenio Hall Show, Comic Strip Live, Evening at the Improv, and hosting Into the Night, Kirchenbauer made his decision to hit the road.

Currently, Bill is appearing in the new Rob Reiner/Universal pictures Release, "THE STORY OF US" along with Bruce Willis and Michelle Pheiffer, and can be seen in the soon to be released Eric Roberts feature, "THE PRESIDENT". Mercedes/Benzs' newest TV campaign also features Bill.

His ability to sell out comedy clubs throughout the country has made him a much sought-after entertainer. But it is Kirchenbauer's flexibility that makes him even more desirable. He is one of the few comedians who does well in any situation, with any audience. He recently headlined aboard the Royal Caribbean Cruise lines. The response was so great he ranked No. 2 in passenger requests (No. 1, of course, was motion sickness pills).

One of Bill Kirchenbauer's best talents is the ability to adapt to any entertainment situation. He has an appeal to people of all types and ages -- whether it's serving as master of ceremonies for award presentations, headlining roasts for corporate and private functions, or just as an invited guest to add a breath of fresh comedy air to a dull business meeting, Kirchenbauer seems to be comfortable anywhere he is invited, and those around him are comfortable with him.

Bill Kirchenbauer is known for his ability to tailor his act to fit any occasion. He can deftly integrate the company or function into his routines, and his skills as an improviser allow him to run with the ball, no matter what the event.

Whatever your entertainment needs, Bill Kirchenbauer is your man. he is a marketing person's dream.

With nationwide recognition, Kirchenbauer offers to an entertainment event the professionalism and performance appeal that keeps his talents in high demand.

TELEVISION (representative)
Frasier NBC Guest Star (2004)
Clueless UPN Recurring
Just the Ten of Us ABC Series Star
Dave's World CBS Guest Star
L.A. Heat USA Guest Star
Family Matters CBS Guest Star
Live Shot UPN Recurring
Dream On HBO Guest Star
National Lampoon's True Facts CBS Guest Star
Garfield CBS Guest Star
Totally Hidden Video FOX Series Host
Growing Pains ABC Series Regular
Jury Duty: The Movie ABC Guest Star
Into the Night ABC Guest Host - 5 episodes
Night Court NBC Guest Star
Fernwood Tonite SYN Recurring Guest Star

FILM
Close to the Kill Starring .
P.A. in L.A. Supporting
ShadowChaser III Starring
Ring of the Musketeers Supporting
Night Patrol Starring
They Call Me Bruce Supporing
Airplane Supporting
Skatetown, USA Supporting
Full Moon High Starring

STAND-UP COMEDY (representative)
The Tonight Show (10 appearances)
The Later Show with David Letterman
The Arsenio Hall Show
The "A" List
Evening at the Improv (Guest Host)
Make Me Laugh (Series Regular)
Gallagher's Melon Crazy
Comic Strip Live
Royal Carribean Cruise Lines (Celebrity Show)
Los Angeles Stand-Up Contest - First Place

COMMERCIALS
Kraft - Bull's Eye BBQ Starring National

What People Are Saying

"Thank you for providing the entertainment at our Employee Appreciation Day. By all accounts, the day was a great success, and certainly your entertainment was part of that success.

Your show was a big hit with all the employees. People around the office are still imitating your act. We were particularly pleased that your routine is very funny and is still suitable for a family type audience."
-- Dale Toon
Chairman, Employee Appreciation Day - State Farm Insurance Companies

"First of all, my sincerest thanks to you for your performance at our Service Stars Conference at the Scottsdale Plaza Resort this past April 6. We were looking for an opening that would help kick off the conference on a fun-filled note. You certainly delivered on that expectation. Since we had our dinner in the Terrazza tent that evening, I had concerns about your reaction to that environment. You delivered with ease.

We believe that laughter is a key to helping our winners from all across Norwest Mortgage and the U.S. feel like one group. Your active comedic style certainly gave us a rousing start toward that objective. Thanks again for your flexibility and for delivering a great kick-off evening."
-- William H. Lloyd, Norwest Mortgage

"In January, Union Bank and Trust Company retained Bill Kirchenbauer to entertain over 400 employees and spouses for our annual Winter Party. We have a diverse employee population, yet Bill was able to appeal to everyone's sense of humor. He even tailored some of his comic genius to the banking industry, which resulted in howls of laughter from our employees! Feedback garnered immediately after the performance was all the same...wonderful!

As chairperson of the Winter Party Committee, I would highly recommend the talents of Bill Kirchenbauer for any type of entertainment needs. Bill's show is exciting and hilarious without being offensive in any way, definitely 90's style humor!"
-- Chad B. Melcher, Operations Officer - Union Bank & Trust Company

"It certainly was a pleasure to have you at the Evcon Industries Annual Distributor Meeting in Wichita. This was the first time we featured a comedian for the entertainment portion of our meeting and needless to say I was nervous.

I must tell you that your performance was in fact the high spot of the evening. Our customers thoroughly enjoyed the performance and you became the talk of the show. It had been my intent to end the meeting on a high and happy note -- you did exactly that.

Once again our thanks for an outstanding performance. It was a "five star" in every way."
-- Gary Keuper, Vice President of Distribution Sales - Evcon Industries, Inc.

"I appreciate your participation in all three of our 1994 "Marathon Advantage" customer meetings. This was the first time we featured a comedian for our entertainment portion of our meetings, and it was very successful. The business, entrepreneur world is tough, so making our customers laugh was important to the meeting's objective.

Your style was hilarious and as requested you maintained a PG rated performance. Our customer evaluation rating showed 4's and 5's. Five being the top end or "Excellent" rating. I also appreciated you stopping into our hospitality suites after your performance to talk with our customers. You made them feel important."
-- Clifford E. Browne, Manager, Operations & Training - Marathon Oil Company