Glenn Strange - Corporate Comedy and Magic

All through elementary and junior high school Glenn struggled because he was extremely shy, lacked confidence, and didn't make friends easily. When all the other kids were participating in group activities, like playing sports, and attending summer camp, Glenn was home watching variety and comedy TV programs.

Shortly after entering high school Glenn Strange began noticing girls were different. Up until that time, the only differences Glenn had noticed were. Girls had longer hair. They were better spellers, and their bicycles had no bar across the top. Out of his nervousness to talk to girls, Glenn discovered he had a natural gift to make people laugh. He began using his humor to make new friends, and gain self-confidence. The very thing that Glenn's parents and teachers believed to be a problem, was, in fact, a blessing. Extreme shyness had caused Glenn to retreat to the safety and comfort of watching TV. He didn't watch cartoons, cowboys, super heroes, sports, or any programs normal kids his age would watch. It was the funny stuff Glenn couldn't get enough of. Programs with the masters of comedy like Red Skelton, Carol Burnett, Jack Benny, Andy Griffith, Lucille Ball, Phil Silvers, Bill Cosby, Tennessee Ernie Ford, and Jackie Gleason. Like a sponge, Glenn's young mind was soaking up comedy and humor skills. He was developing his sense of timing, his delivery, and learning just what makes people laugh. Unknowingly, Glenn was taking part in a TV correspondence comedy course.

After finishing school, Glenn Strange went on to a normal job as a machine designer. Glenn loved his work and took his job seriously, and says the best part was, everyday he had a captive audience with which to try his comedy. One day, a coworkers returned from a family vacation at Disney World, and gave Glenn a vanishing handkerchief magic trick. It didn't take Glenn long to figure out that magic was the tool he needed to have a reason to stand in front of crowds and be funny. It only took about 3 hours and twenty dollars to become a magician. That's how long it took him to locate and drive to a nearby magic shop, then purchase twenty dollars of magic.

Today Glenn Strange travels all over the United States presenting his programs to corporations and associations. Programs that contain comedy, audience interaction, magic, recorded music, humorous stories, and a motivational message. Audience members enjoy participating in situation comedy routines, and becoming an important part of the program. Glenn says, “Many of today's comedy entertainers abuse or make fun of their audience members to get cheap laughs. I've worked years developing a one-of-a-kind quality program that does not embarrass or make fun of any audience member. My programs are all about the audience's feelings. I'm there to help them have a great fun time, laugh with their friends, forget their everyday problems, feel good about their life, and be happy they attended.”

Glenn’s skills and his originality have won him numerous comedy competition awards throughout the United States. In 1998 he was on the TV, but the "Circuit City" manager asked him to leave the store before he broke something.

So, if you would like your clients, members, friends, or fellow employees to praise you for making them have a “GREAT FUN EXPERIENCE” then look no further. Your total satisfaction and ease of mind are the most important things to Glenn. Best of all; Glenn's easy to work with and HE'S FUNNY.

"But . . . Is He Any Good?"  Don't Take Our Word For It. Read What Others Say . . .

"Thanks to Glenn Strange I was the man of the hour! After his performance, I heard many compliments on how much fun people had and how they really enjoyed Glenn's program. From the laughter I heard, I knew everyone was having a good time. Both our Chairperson and our CEO made a point of telling me how much they enjoyed Glenn! Thanks to Glenn Strange for making our event a huge success and for making me look really good in front of my boss!"
-- Keith McDonald, PHR, Director Human Resources - Justice Federal Credit Union

" It was a pleasure having Glenn Strange be a part of our 25th Annual MTA Showcase. All I heard was, Glenn was Great! Good choice! Glenn was so funny, how did he do that? - words we love to hear!"
-- Angela Joki - Montana Telecommunications Association

" With all sincerity, you were the best illusionist/magician we have had and we have had several. We had several people say their stomachs hurt from laughing so hard."
-- Nancy Sadler, Club Manager - Pinehurst Country Club

"Your show for the Boral Bricks presentation was wonderful! You are truly a one-man show... the best of the best!!! I'll look forward to having you for more of our company functions!"
-- Juanita Folds - Boral Bricks, Inc,

"Several times, I thought we were going to have to call 911. Some of our publishers were laughing so hard I thought they were going to pass out and need the EMT's to revive them. You left 'em begging for more and wanting to know...When can we have Glenn come again?"
-- D. NeSmith, President - Community Newspapers, Inc.

"WOW! What a show!! Everyone is still raving about how great and funny your show was. This was the second time I had seen you perform and I laughed harder and longer. I was laughing so hard I was crying. We assigned you the "Warm-up" spot in a two part show---boy , did we ever make a mistake--you were the class act and the headliner."
-- Ken Couch, RPh, Past President - South Carolina Pharmacy Association

" I would like to thank you for the great comedy and magic show you performed at our last two awards banquets. Your approach to magic, making it funny, is very different and your brand of comedy is outstanding. Please consider this as a request to return for our banquet next year."
-- Ted Jones, Executive Vice President - International Hot Rod Association

"Your combination of magic and comedy made our celebration a huge success. People are still talking about your Mind Reading Kit."
-- James Harlan, Engineering Manager - Eastman Kodak

" Your lively entertainment made all the difference for our guest, between a run-of-the-mill New year's and an extra-special CELEBRATION! I will not hesitate to recommend your services to our clients and associates through the year."
-- Laura Rupnik, Director of Catering - Chateau Elan

" The following week, people were still talking about your performance. Your performance was exceptional. I will recommend you to friends and other business associates.
-- Lisa Johnson - East Tennessee Cablevision

" Your performance was excellent and everyone enjoyed your very funny Traveling Magic Show. It is obvious that you have truly learned the magic of reaching your audience and I thank you so very much for helping to make this special get-together one of the most enjoyable ever!"
-- George Lockamy, Executive Director - The National Beta Clubs

" Your stage presence and rapport with the audience was superb. During your medicine eating routine, one person had to leave to go to thebathroom because he couldn't handle any more laughter. While he was gone another person began laughing so hard he fell out of his chair."
-- John Malone, Director - Safety & Quality - American Equipment Co., Inc.

"What a great show! Everyone at Parnell-Martin is still talking about your incredible performance at Quail Hollow Country Club on Friday night. You mystified and entertained us and kept us laughing too hard."
-- Steady Cash, Chairman of the Board - The Parnell-Martin Companies LLC

"I can honestly say I haven’t seen so many smiles on so many faces during the entire duration of your comedy magic act. Also, you have a “sixth sense” in reading the crowd and determining which person fits which trick the best. "
-- Jim Mayfield, Vice President - Cleveland Bank and Trust

"One of my favorite acts from the Cabaret show was Glenn Strange. I know that he must have a mind like a small computer. His ad libs were quick, funny and fit perfectly. His manner on stage was unique to say the least. I have not before witnessed someone with his command of the stage and instant appreciation from the audience. "
-- Tim Quinlan - Inside Magic.com

"To say people have talked about you since the convention is an understatement. Your act was refreshingly original and one of the funniest we have had ever seen. You will long be remembered as one of top best performers to have graced Upstate Magic Fest."
-- James Batten - New York Upstate Magi Fest

"Your show is hilariously funny, clean, and doesn’t offend anyone. That mix is hard to find these days and very refreshing. Our entire group raved about your magic act."
-- Sarah Percival, Secretary CPI Resource Center - Fluor Daniel, Inc.

" WOW! That about says it all! What a great performance Glenn Strange gave our Annual Summer Conference attendees. We were fortunate to have Glenn’s performance at our opening dinner program. Glenn’s professionalism and enthusiasm was felt throughout the rest of the weekend as attendees recounted many of his “quips & tricks”.
-- Dianne McPherson, CMP - Printing Industry Association of Georgia, Inc.

" Your show was great for all age groups and was very well received by both adults and children. This was my second time seeing your show and I personally enjoyed the show as much the second time as I did the first."
-- Ronald Pruett, Corporate Systems - Milliken

" Your magic show was very well received by the 25-year employees and their guest. The comments made were all very complimentary. Thank you for providing us with good wholesome entertainment. "
-- Pat Shaddy, Human Resources - Amana

"I can’t stop laughing! Glenn’s performance at our Service Award banquet was tremendous. After our event, I heard repeatedly from our award recipients how much they enjoyed Glenn’s show. He was a hit! "
-- Thyra Austin, Human Resources Manager - Lamson & Sessions

"Your traveling magic show is “the best” and we are continuing to receive compliments on your family-oriented entertainment. Your exceptional comedy is being repeated throughout the community. "
-- Barbara Treadway, Executive Director - Elizabethton Chamber of Commerce