Hire Ventriloquist Ian Varella

After graduating from high school, Ian won a grant to study at the prestigious Berkshire Center for the Performing Arts in Massachusetts.  During his two-month sojourn, Ian studied all aspects of theater including voice and acting.  In 1980, Ian began attending Wright State University working toward a bachelors degree in communications and public relations.  To finance his education, he performed shows in the evenings and weekends.  During summer breaks he made appearances at fairs, festivals and  theme parks throughout the United States.  In four summers he performed over 3000 shows at Cedar Point, Kings Island and Valley Fair Amusement parks.  For over a decade Ian Varella has entertained some of America’s top Fortune 500 companies.  He has recently completed engagements at several of the top show rooms in Las Vegas.  He has toured the world numerous times aboard NCL, Holland America, Princess and Renaissance Cruise Lines.  His opening acts credits read like a “Who’s Who” in country music.  Ian has shared the stage with the Statler Brothers, Crystal Gayle, Aaron Tippon, Randy Travis, Marty Stuart, and George Straight just to name a few.  His television credits include HBO, Showtime, TNN and Fox Networks.

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What is Summit Comedy, Inc.?

Summit Comedy was formed many moons ago in 1998 by Chuck Johnson, current owner/President.  Chuck Johnson entered the comedy business the day after graduating from Appalachian State University in 1995 where he booked all of the live music and comedy for the university’s club “Legends”.  His first job post college?…..one of comedian Carrot Top’s college agents and booking agent for the comedy club chain The Comedy Zone.  His second job?…..well, in 1998 he formed Summit Comedy, Inc. and he and his team of amazing agents has turned it into one of the Nation’s Largest suppliers of Stand-up Comedy & Comedy Entertainment for Colleges/Universities, Corporate Events, Country Clubs, Cruise ships, Clubs & beyond.

Why Summit Comedy, Inc.?

Well, it’s simple…..we know comedy, it’s what we do….it’s in our name!  We want your business, but we won’t compromise our integrity just to ring up a sale.  Ask around, or ask us for references of previous customers….Heck, you can even see some of our google reviews RIGHT HERE.  We stand behind our comedians 100% and can’t wait to add you as a client for your next event, and for many years to come!