Alan Sands

Client Quotes Fairs · Colleges · Corporations

FAIRS Since 1986 Alan has performed at over 170 state, county & agricultural fairs & exhibitions across the USA, Canada and a Shopping Festival in the UAE. He has repeated some clients up to seven years in a row. This is what fair Managers and Entertainment Directors have to say: ..."He was beyond question, the best money that we spent for our fair. His show, which was setup next to the main walkway, was overflowing with people standing on their toes trying to see the show"... Gary Wiley, Ravalli County Fair, Hamilton, MT "Your fan mail is pouring in"... Joe Lawton, Alaska State Fair ..."I would like to highly recommend Alan Sands as an entertainer. Alan was a favorite at our fair and we received many compliments... He has a way with kids and is very family oriented... he drew crowds wherever he went and created a Disney-like atmosphere at our fair"... Mark Armstrong, Maricopa Co Fair, Phoenix, AZ ..."We had Alan booked for the 1998 fair and he was such a hit that we booked him again for 1999 and were equally pleased. I'd be happy to recommend him for any event wanting this type of entertainment as he is easy to work with and can be counted on to be there when needed". Mary Lynn Taylor, Eastern Montana Fair, Miles City, MT "I enjoyed working with you this year at the 2000 South Carolina State Fair... It was evident, from the crowds, that your act was very popular and entertaining..." Nancy Smith, Director of Entertainment, South Carolina State Fair Alan performed at this fair for four years in a row... "Packed audiences, fantasic shows, lots of memories ..... all describe your performances for the past four years at the Robeson County Fair. You present the utmost in professionalism with your performances and give fair-goers something to remember ..." Al Parnell Jr., President, Robeson County Fair, Lumberton, NC Alan did this fair for four years & is invited back in 2003! The quote is from Fairs and Expositions Magazine - October '02, p. 72... "Our most popular entertainment remains [to be the] hypnotist Alan Sands..." Renee' White, Manager, Canyon County Fair, Idaho NOTE: Alan has done the Canyon Co Fair seven years in a row! "The Illinois State Fair wishes to thank Alan Sands for doing a terrific job at the 1998 & 1999 Illinois State Fair! ... He had participants dancing and singing on stage, acting as if they were freezing, boiling, itching, and even performing like they were a national recording artist. The pavilion was packed and our patrons loved it! It really kept the audiences intrigued and kept them coming back for more. Alan got the audience involved which allowed them to have a wonderful time at our fair. Alan entertained with shows daily that were family oriented and great for all ages. He was a wonderful addition to our 1998 & 1999 fair...". Joe Saputo, Manager, Illinois State Fair Alan did this fair for five years "Alan Sands has brought his show to our line-up of entertainment in 1997, 2000, 2001, 2002 & 2003. His show is great, the audience is always laughing, and his manor very professional. We are now being asked ahead of time, 'Is the SandMan coming back this year'? I recommend him highly ". Louis G May, Secretary, Pitt County Fair, Greenville, NC

COLLEGES Alan returned to Emory and Henry College February 1st, 2005. Read the online article in the university paper about Joshua White's experience as a volunteer, written by Katie Hensley. Alan began doing hypnosis in high school. When Alan decided he was going to master stage hypnosis, he bagan by performing at Stanford University Rush Parties where he practiced and perfected his Stage Hypnosis act... Alan has performed at this college nine times in 3 years... "...it's been five months since your show on our campus and our students are still talking about your visit . . . Your really broke the ice for our orientation process. . . " Steve Watson, Dean of Student Development Delta State University, Cleveland, MS "...Based upon the feedback from our students, I beleive that we'll definitely have you back - you were honestly a hit! . . ." Brian Dohe, Director of Conferences and Events Whitman College, Walla Walla, WA "Thanks so much for the entertaining and amazing performance... Once again, you wowed the students and staff...The students really loved your show. It was a pleasure to have you return this year; Students are already asking if you will be back next year..." Cory Lamack, Coordinator of Student Activities Penn State Lehigh Valley, Fogelsville, PA "...thank you for coming back... Your show was entertaining, fun and energetic...Our students love having you here..." Ann Lozon, President, Student Programming Association Siena Heights University, Adrian, MI "...thank you for such an amazing performance... Your show was energetic and contained two hours of non-stop laughter. We have had a tremendous response from our students regarding your show. They loved having you here and agree that we should have you back...It was the funniest show most of us have ever seen...." Elizabeth Duncan, Staff Assistant to the Dean of Students Eastern Oklahoma State College, Wilburton, OK Alan has performed at 12 PA State Universities. This quote is from the main campus. ... "the best hypnotist act I have ever seen. You kept the rapt attention of the students ... I have never seen an act that captured and kept the attention of so many students." Sean Cook, Area Coordinator North Halls Residence Life, Student Affairs The Pennsylvania State University University Park, PA

Corporate Clients From 1982-95 Alan lived in the SF Bay Area. He performed for hundreds of corporations including over 100 of the Fortune 500. Alan continues to repeat some of these clients 10 years after moving away. These are just a few of the things people have said... "..."I keep hearing 'it was the best Holiday Party we've had' and 'I haven't laughed so hard in a long time.' Not one negative comment has reached my ears (and they hear everything). So, thank you, very much, for cutting our bar tab in half, and making us laugh until it hurt!" Sharon Barrett, Executive Assistant Mueller Sports Medicine, Inc, WI ". . . how delighted we all were with Alan Sands' entertainment for our employee cruise party... We couldn't have been more pleased. Alan is both talented and professional. He arrived early and was completely set up and ready before we ever set sail. He has a real knack for setting up marvelously funny situations involving our employees while treating them with respect. His clear explanation of hypnotism helped us appreciate what was happening, so we even learned something as we were entertained. Everyone is still chuckling! Alan was truly the highlight of the party and we certainly would have him again . . ." Spirent Communications, Zarak Systems Division ... "... As you can probably tell from the tremendous amount of laughter, the guests really enjoyed your show. You are so entertaining . . ." Lockheed Martin Employee Relations Association ... ". . . Alan added so much to the event it would be impossible to rave enough about his performance . . ." Chicago Title Company ... "It was a pleasure to work with you. you are always on time, and a complete professional to work with. Your experience in many entertainment areas, from schools to corporate events, is especially appreciated as we do many types of events. Of special note was the event where you performed two shows, one of magic and the other as hypnotist, for our Ernest & Young event in San Francisco. Both the adults & children thoroughly enjoyed the shows, and your versatility is amazing! . . . " Jack Convery, Owner The Entertainment Line, Inc. Director, SF 49ers Band

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