Quick Quotes

"We were thrilled to have you at our festival. You did a fabulous job! Your show was great, entertaining and very energetic - a hit!" - Emilie Schleichkorn, Burlington Children's Festival

"Dan The Music Man can get children and adults up and moving no matter what the conditions are! His warm character brings children and adults alike to their feet and has them moving till the very last note. Dan The Music Man is one of Canada's must see children's entertainers!" - Amanda Rorison; Program Manager, The Canadian Tulip Festival Inc.

"I am pleased to recommend Dan the Music Man as a thoroughly fun family entertainer." - Greg Bailey - Manager, Niagara Falls Winter Festival of Lights

"You were the hit of the festival! We hope you will consider coming back next year for our 15th anniversay. It was the most successful festival in the history of the Niagara Food Festival." - Leanna Villella, Niagara Food Festival

"You really have developed a loyal following!" - Jennifer Nickel, Taboo Resort

"The show was a complete success every time. The turn-outs and comments were phenomenal! Dan the Music Man is a great asset to our Social Itinerary! See you next year." - Gary Don, Social Director, Delawana Inn Resort

"Hey Dan, We (and the kids) would love to have you back in our line-up next season." - Dennis Tinkler, Assistant Theatre Manager, The Bert Church Live Theatre, Airdrie (Calgary), Alberta

"It is obvious that you are a seasoned veteran in the children’s entertainment industry! I received some very positive feedback from children and staff members after the show. I hope that you consider returning in the future. Thanks again for a great show!" - Madison Chin, Summer Kids Series Coordinator, City of Toronto

"Once again you were a hit! You are quickly becoming a part of the Pumpkinville tradition. The response to your performance was great! I'm sure that you have heard it before, but you have a really broad appeal from the very young to adults." - Beth Angle, Jennifer Saari, Recreation Supervisor, City of St. Catharines, ON

"Wow! You truly were a hit! The 12th Annual Toddle for Tots raised over $100,000 for Toronto’s Ronald McDonald House!" - Judy MacGowan, Director

"We recently saw your show in Sherwood Park Alberta. Jenna, our youngest, sleeps with your CD case propped up beside her pillow so she can see it before she falls asleep...TRUE STORY!!!" - Michelle Karach - Mother of three

"Dan, the staff at our school was amazed at how interactive your show was and how excited the students were during the performance. You truly give 100% and the kids were entirely engaged. Thank you for a wonderful afternoon!" - Nick Vukosa - St. Charles Garnier,Teacher-Librarian

"Thanks Dan for your lively and enthusiastic performances!" - Katie Gray, Supervisor, Public Relations, Toronto Zoo

"You put on a high energy show for the kids, and all of the feedback was positive regarding your show. Glad you made it to the Rodeo, as you were a great addition." - Bill Crooks, Holstein Rodeo Weekend

"I only heard good remarks from our guest regarding your show. Thank you for a great summer! - Sam Breckbill, Severn Lodge, Muskoka, ON

"It has been wonderful to have you play at our resort. You always bring a winning attitude, a pleasant smile and a great personality. I think that you are great at what you do and the kids really enjoyed your shows. I would like to have you back again next summer and over the holiday season as well. Thank you for all the hard work and talent that you bring to our stage and I look forward to working with you in the future." - Ken Martin, Recreation Manager, Bayview Wildwood Resort

"Everyone who attended Sunday’s Esco party thought the entertainment was fantastic and loved the party. Thanks a lot!! Now look what you’ve done! How am I suppose to find an act to top yours? LOL Will definitely keep you in mind for future events and I will spread the word about Dan the Music Man!" - Sharon Anderson, Special Event Coordinator, Esco

"Thanks for the fabulous concert at Stonehaven on Thursday! The students and teachers couldn't say enough good things about you. Someone said "He was fun and exciting but not over the top like some muscians can be" I enjoyed watching how well you related to the kids. I was so impressed at how you got all of those grade three boys up on their feet having fun! You are great at what you do." - Lynda Goudy, Teacher/Chair, Stonehaven PS, Newmarket

"Thanks Dan, the staff and students loved you as usual. We will book again." - Prince Duah, Principal, Golf Road J.P.S., Toronto, ON

"Thanks again Dan. The staff and students really enjoyed the show. Very entertaining and worthwhile. They loved the band you created with students and teachers. I am sure you will be coming back in the future." - Edward Bitondo, Principal, St. Augustine School, Welland, ON

"The children are still talking about the performance. We haven’t taken down the posters as yet because they are a great topic of discussion - “that’s Dan the Man- he was here, we saw him you know!!!!” It was a great performance. We so appreciated your enthusiasm. It was infectious!! - Tracy Spence, Supervisor, Fern Avenue Public School Early Years Team

"Thanks! You did a great job! We especially liked your interaction with the kids and the parents." - Elwood Saracuse, ESP Entertainment

"Thank you so much to bringing so much fun and excitment to my event. You make us event organizers look good!" - Amany Tadros, CMP, President, Encore Events & Conference Services

"Once again you put on a very entertaining show for all of our students...they loved it and were singing the songs all day long!! Touch base with me so we can set something up for next spring!" - Paul Martin, Teacher/Acting VP, Hampton Jr. P.S.

"Thank you again for such an amazing performance...everyone loved you!!!!!
We will call upon your services for next year. Wishing much laughter and joy...you bring so much to others." - JoAnne Alexander, Whitby Central Library

"Thanks so much for doing such a great job again this year. They absolutely LOVE you and I love knowing that when I book you, things will go super smoothly. You are always reliable, on-time, professional and a treat for all the kids and families!" - Kristin Harrison, Event Producer, Cornerstone Entertainment

"The kids had an absolute blast and loved your music. Many teachers, including myself, have been playing the songs for our kids in class and they dance and sing along. I think part of the appeal is that they learn the songs so quickly and can do the actions along with you. The performance was a big hit with the kids and the staff!" - Sara Wallace - Teacher and Primary Co-Chair, Alexander Graham Bell P.S.

"Thank you for another great performance. The children always enjoy your music - the interactive numbers are so much fun for them. We truly appreciate your experience and your skill in managing large numbers of little children. You are able to allow them the freedom to have fun but at the same time keep them under control so those around them can have fun too. You explain the games and dances in a way that they get it and you have your tried and true methods to bring down the noise level! And of course, you are a very talented singer!! It's a pleasure working with you." - Angela Sasaki, Principal, Unionville Montessori School

"It was our pleasure having you perform at our school! They really enjoyed it and had such a great time! We are thinking about booking you again! The staff and students are still talking about it!!" - Marianne DiCio, Corliss Public School

"It is with great pleasure that I endorse the "Dan the Music Man" production. Dan's performance is upbeat and a great deal of fun. Dan captures his audience and totally involves the staff and students in the musical presentation. If you have not seen Dan in action, I highly recommend that you book him for your school." - Tom Solyom, Principal, St. Vladimir CES, Edmonton, AB

"Your enthusiasm and obvious joy for singing mesmerized and entertained the 300 pre-schoolers and had adults in the room toe-tapping and dancing! We are sure to invite you back!" - Gaby Chauvet, Association of Early Childhood Educators

Recent Engagements:

Festival Performances -

Oakville Fall Festival - North Bay Summer in the Park Festival - Tottenham Bluegrass Festival - Cobourg Waterfront Festival - Welland Rose Festival - Richmond Hill Mill Pond - Celebrate Toronto Festival - Thornhill Village Festival - St. Catharines Pumpkinville - Gananoque Festival of the Islands - Port Colbourne Canal Days - Kitchener Civic Centre Tooney Tuesdays - Beamsville Strawberry Festival - Hamilton Aquafest - Brockville Riverfest - Stouffville Strawberry Festival - Oakville Waterfront Festival - Niagara Falls Winter Festival of Lights

Theatre Performances

(Ontario, unless noted) - Festival Place, Sherwood Park, AB - Bert Church LIVE Theatre, Airdrie, AB - Charles W. Stockey Centre, Parry Sound - Crombie Theatre, Lindsay - Key City Theatre, Cranbrook, BC - Ron Maislin Theatre, Kanata - Joshua Bates Children's Theatre, Athens - and more!

Municipal Celebrations and Concerts - Aurora, Georgina, Halton, Mississauga, Markham, Niagara Falls, Toronto, St. Catharines, Vaughan, Richmond Hill, Oshawa, Pickering, Ajax - Toronto Winterfest - Pickering Tree Lighting Ceremony - Petawawa, Midland and Vaughan Winter Carnivals

Fairs & Exhibitions - Lindsay, Stratford, St. Marys, Uxbridge, Bolton, Bobcaygeon, Brampton, Campbellford, Georgetown, Markham, Stayner & many more!

Attractions and Resorts - Toronto Zoo - Santa's Village, Bracebridge - The Delawana, Cleveland House, Bayview Wildwood, Severn Lodge, Taboo & Fern Resorts and many more! Countless Corporate Events!

Hundreds of Schools, Conferences & Library Events!

Fundraising Events - Ronald McDonald House, World Literacy of Canada, Heart and Stroke Foundation, Big Brothers, Canadian Hearing Society, Canadian Feed the Children, Starlight Foundation, Children's Wish Foundation & many others!