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Hello Greg, Jackie, Mattisen & Crew;
I just wanted to drop you a note to say I
can't thank all of you enough for such a wonderful time. This was my
second year at Sunburst and again I have learned sooo much.
I really felt the schedule flow was great. It
allowed us to take in all the seminars which
I felt was worth the price of attendance in
itself. I'm sure there are some fantastic pics. My hats off to you
and your crew for a job well done above and beyond the call of duty.
I can't wait for next year. Only sorry I had to leave early but my
gig in Chicago went great and the client was vary happy. Lessons I
learned from all of you.
Many thanks and best regards,
Carol Woodle (Oprah Impersonator)
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Greg,
...Of course, it was a fabulous convention and
you, Jackie and your staff should be very proud of that. It is
EVERYONE'S favorite! Ya'll really have done one hell of a
job making it enjoyable for us and making the agents accessable to
us. I left with a contract and deposit, and with a couple of
other agents wanting to book me.
Lisa Irion/ Cher- Louisiana
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To the Thompson Family,
Thank you all for a wonderful time at
Sunburst. The convention was run very professionally and made to give
ALL the Impersonators a chance to show our stuff. I was thrilled that
I was a runner up. I had a great time and I look forward to
next years convention. Best regards.
All the best,
Danny Lopez
www.JohnnyDeppImpersonator.com /
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Greg,
Since the Sunburst I have recieved 4 tentative
bookings. Most of them are looking like they will go to
contract. All of which came as a result of the Agents seeing
myshowcase [at Sunburst].
Goes to show, that it PAYS to be SEEN!!!!
Thanks again to you, and everyone who helps to
create this wonderful event for ALL of us to benefit!
XO
Dawnn/www.almostannanicole.com
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Greg, Jackie, Mattisen...
" You's did a - nice-a- job this -a- year
on -a- da convention!!!"
I am proud to be part of such a professional
line up of people. The presentation of talent ran smooth as
glass and so did the awards presentation. Your technical crew
was on target and the food was delicious.... any left over salmon?
Linda and I had a great time and looking
forward to next year....sign me up now.
By the way, Mattieon was cunning.....[and
taller --I might add]......
Thanks again for such as super time and having
me as part of "THE FAMILY".....
Stay healthy,
Joe Beddia
The Godfather
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Hi Greg & Jackie,
It was great being there in Orlando I look
forward to next year & thanks for making me feel so welcome I
will certainly put the word about to other tributes here in the UK...
Regards
Ray Caruana aka Sammy Davis Jr
Thank you from the bottom of my heart for all
your kindness and hard work to make us all look so good. I
cannot express in words how grateful I am! This was the best
convention yet and I will remember this experience for the rest of my life.
THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU!!!!
Most Sincerely,
Betty Atchison/ Cher Impersonator
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Hi Greg,
Its Bobby Kaufman from BK Entertainment.
Steven & I wanted to let you know we appreciate working with you,
and had a great time at the convention.And thanks for fitting Steve
in such an awesome position as closing the show. I thought it was
perfect. We know that the connections we made, will help us in taking
his talent outside of our local area.They already have. If you have
any suggestions, in booking The Timeless Wonder Show, with or without
the 4 piece backup band , That would be Awesome.
Thanks Again Greg and please thank Jackie for
making us feel so welcomed and comfortable.
Best, Bobby Kaufman BK Entertainment
(Stevie Wonder LAL Rep)
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Hey Greg,
I just wanted to tell you ,I had the time of
my life being there at the SUNBURST CONVENTION there this year!
I'll be performing in Daytona Beach Fl. the
whole Thanksgiving Week! And it's all because of your event
that made it happen! I'll be at the Daytona
Beach Inn Resort. Nov. 25th thru the 29th...(2) shows per day!
I just want to Thank you so much for the
opportunity in being at the Sunburst Convention!
Kevin Adams / Impressionist
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Dear Greg and Jackie:
I'm sending you a belated "thank you"
for producing such a wonderful event once again. The Sunburst
Convention just like a fine wine keeps getting better each year!! It
is UNRIVALED!!!
"The Three Amigos" were simply
thrilled with winning the Best Showcase Award in the Premiere
Division and we are already quoting on 2 gigs, one of which is a
MONSTER opportunity with a chain of restaurants (Named The Three
Amigos) in Mexico!!!!! They are interested in having us come for a
grand opening in Cozumel in late October. This venue at Sunburst and
the necessary level of excellence that one needs to showcase your
talent caused us to work very diligently on our act and costumes. I
also once again met such tremendous new talent and renewed
relationships with people that I've know for decades. Sunburst is
like attending a homecoming and a high school reunion all wrapped
into one.
The people make the difference, but you folks
set the tone and the mood. Thank you for raising the bar so high and
striving to improve things each year, never resting on your laurels
of the past.
I tip my hat to you both and the entire staff
for a job well done and appreciate the professional and more
importantly, the personal relationship, that I enjoy with you.
Onward and upward!!!
Kindest regards,
"Dusty" Don Mincey
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Hey Greg!
Just wanted to say thank you one more time for
an excellent Sunburst this year. It served as the perfect venue
for showcasing our new act, and the reception from the agents,
buyers, and talents alike was incredible. I know how hard it
was to get three people to coordinate their schedules for this Amigos
thing to happen; I can't imagine what it's like to coordinate a
confernce on that level and for it to run so smoothly. Congrats
to you and your team! I hope to see you before, but at the very
least we will see you again next year.
Sincerely,
Matthew Flood/ Steve Martin- Orlando
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Hi Greg, Jackie and Mattisen,
I just want to Thank all of you for letting me
be a part of the convention this year. My Mom and I had a ball!! A
special thanks to everyone who made my Mom feel so special! I enjoyed
doing the seminar and I will start working on a book on wig care &
quality.
When people ask me what the convention is
like, I tell them the only was I can describe it is like being
Dorothy opening the door of her house and entering
"OZ"..........It's beautiful, magical, and makes you feel
like you don't have a care in the world!
I'm so glad I was able to help out everyone
and be around such talented and sweet people! I'm already getting
things together for next year!
Much love,
Janet/The Wig Lady/JRENEES1161@AOL.COM
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Dearest Greg and Jackie,
This year was simply spectacular!!! It's
hard to imagine how you manage to do MORE each year. To
constantly improve the convention in every possible way. I know
how much heart, soul, blood, sweat and tears goes into everything you
do and yet you out-do yourselves with each successive year.
That crew of yours is beyond amazing, they all put in 1000% and then
more when needed. Incredible people. Congratulations -
you are THE best in the business!
From the first event to the last, everything
was TOP-NOTCH. So professional, so beautiful...everything
geared towards a positive experience for all of us, and the amount of
fun was "over the top". I don't think I have laughed
that much in a long time....!!!! Seeing old friends and making
many new ones was such a huge part of the fun we had. You guys
know how to throw a party! I don't know how soon I'll be
sitting up talking to people until 5:00AM again, but that was SO much
fun. I'm still trying to recover from that night!!!
Personally, I cannot thank you enough for your
support and encouragement over the past three years. I am still
sort of shaking my head over the amazing award. I would never
have dreamed to receive that kind of recognition from the agents
(!!), and especially for having only been in this business a few
short years. I don't count the first year because I didn't do
any real gigs. So for someone only doing this barely two years
it was a HUGE thing. I am humbled by it, but I also feel very
encouraged that I am on the right track. Thank you from my
heart for all you do for me as my agents but also as my friends.
I love you both!
PS -
I love the NEW NAME...it really says it all.
Thank you again....for everything.
You're like BUTTAH!
Love, Carla/Carla is Simply Streisand
www.simplystreisand.net
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Hello,
...Thank you to all the great Sunburst folks
from Jackie and Greg to Lynn, Trish, Jim, Marc and all the other hard
working folks who made for a beautiful setting, great sound and
photos, and even........good chicken for the dinner! I was
fortunate to be able to connect with a number of folks that I had not
met before or did not know that well, but now I do!
It is my pleasure always, to come to Sunburst
and see old and new acts, see the other agents and have a chance for
some conversation with them and the entertainers. Each year
gets better, both the convention and the artists, as all work so hard
to put their best feet (foot) forward!
Thank you all for allowing me and my staff to
be a part of this great group!
Laddie Dwyer/ A Unique Entertainment- Orange
Park, FL
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Hey Greg,
I just wanted to tell you what a great job you
did with the conference. Mark and I had a great time and it was
really good to meet everyone. Everyone I spoke with - and it was
unanimous - said that ... they felt like they were part of a
family by attending Sunburst- so that's a great compliment.
And your Austin Powers ain't too shabby
either... in fact, we had no idea it was you!
Congratulations on a job well done.
Best,
Steve Tetrault
Gig Salad/GigSalad.com
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Hi All,
Its Miguel Olivares-Alvarez ( Black
Leather Elvis )
Many thanks for making my first Sunburst a
great one. I did not think I would enjoy it as much as I
did. It was great and a lot of fun. Many thanks to all
the people who helped me and talked to me and explained to me how it
all goes. ( You know who you are) Remember, a good life is not
a goal, it's a journey, so enjoy the ride, you only get one shot at
life. Good luck to you all.
Kind Regards
Miguel Olivares www.migsgigs.com
September 28, 2008
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Dear Greg & Jackie:
Only been a little over a week since Sunburst
2008 and already I cannot wait until Sunburst 2009. I can't say
enough how impressed I was with the convention. You two and the crew
worked professionally to make everything go positively beyond
expectation. As a first timer to Sunburst I felt so welcomed by not
only the staff but by so many of the attendees as well. There was so
much to do and so many wonderful people, there was simply not enough
time to get to know everyone; but those that I did get to spend time
with made me feel like I had been attending Sunburst for years! Just
a great time overall and can't wait to return!
For those artists who may be thinking about
attending for the first time in 2009- don't think about it! Do it!
Having been in theatre for over twenty years, but new to being a
tribute artist, I cannot tell you how "ego-less" everyone
is, and you will feel like part of a large family who truly
understands what it is like to be an impersonator, look-a-like, etc!
I hope to see some new faces in 2009!
Hugs! Cheers Possums!
Sincerely,
Scott F. Mason/Dame Edna Impersonator-Newark, DE
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Thanks to ALL Sunburst Staff &
support! I don't know how it keeps getting better every year,
but it does!
Everything from the reception desk,to the
stage,sound,lights,video,and trade show vendors were ALL so helpful
and supportive. All of your hard work helped make us look, and
sound our best!
Thanks especially to Greg and Jackie for
their tireless efforts on our behalf.
We really do appreciate you both!
Until next year!
XO
Dawnn Behrens/ www.almostannanicole.com
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Dear Greg, Jackie and all the Sunburst
Production Staff
I just wanted to Congratulate you all on a
wonderful event! I had such a great time while I was there and
what I gained from the experience was so valuable in many ways from a
business and personal perspective.
I was so sad to go home and will miss the new
friends I made. I also really appreciate winning a Sunburst
Award and cannot tell you how flattered I am over that!
Over the next week I will be writing about the
experience on my personal blog and will send you the link.
I also write for my local paper and may do a
story on it if approved by my publisher. I'll send a copy if it happens.
Thanks again for all the great hospitality and
the of course providing the the yummy Nachos and avocado dip at
2:00am. I need that recipe! HAHA
You guys Rock!
Take Care
Krista as Janis Joplin / www.kristablondinband.com
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Hello Greg,
Congratulations on putting together probably
the most successful Sunburst convention yet!
Thank you and your staff for all your
great effort in making it work for everybody involved.
Your friend, Joe
Joseph M. Manuella / "Robert DeNiro" Impersonator
www.DeNiroImpersonator.com
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Here are some comments about YOUR 2007 convention:
Hi Greg and Jackie,
Just wanted to take a minute to tell you how
much we enjoyed the Sunburst Convention, it was wonderful. We
met great people and was very impressed on how well coordinated the
entire 5 days were, thanks to you.
We can hardly wait till next year. It
was really nice to meet both of you, if only for short moments, you
guys were so busy.
Greg, I learned that you too, are an
entertainer, didn't have time to talk with you about it but I'd love
to know more about what you do.
Best Regards,
Gloria & Harry Waldman
Artcetera, Inc. for M3 Productions
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So... now you know how Dr. Frankenstein felt
when he screamed:"IT'S ALIVE!!!!!!"
Good Lord, man. You've created a
monster. A huge, successful monster. This is not some little
convention anymore. This is THE convention. How nice it must be
to watch your creation grow to such epic proportions in just 5 short years.
For all of us who have been with you
from the onset, we just sit back and watch with utter and complete
amazement as our extended family grows and grows every year.
Who knew that Sunburst would become the ultimate convention that the
industry would flock to? Well, now it is. With your new converts and
old disciples, the word will get out there and no one in their right
mind would miss the opportunity to join our family.
See you all next year!
Michael L. Walters / Dame Edna/ Jackie
Gleason: Orlando, Florida
Dear Greg and Jackie,
I had such a wonderful time at Sunburst!!! And
it started before I got there, because you were so kind &
encouraging with all my phone calls. I have never been in this
new 'impersonator' world, but I felt so at home, and really
appreciated how you reached out and made me feel welcome.
I've made some great new friends who have
offered to help me with my act! I honestly hadn't been around that
many kind, brilliant, talented people in years and I still have a
smile on my face! Thank you for your hard work!
Love, Sheri Winkleman (Marilyn Monroe and more....)
Hi Greg and Jackie,
I held off sending this "Thank
You" for two reasons; first I knew how much work you still had
to do, to wrap everything up after the show, so I wanted to give you
some space and secondly...I slept for a week... to catch-up myself! I
think I only got about 10 hours sleep in 5 nights. (I was part of the
crazy bunch that stayed up all night on Saturday!) It was well worth
it! I haven't had that much fun since college. Remember, Greg - I
already signed up for next year, you just have to tell me the dates.
If there is FUN, LAUGHTER, FRIENDS and DANCING (Did I say dancing?)
you can always count me IN- and you had it ALL! My face still hurts
from smiling and laughing so much. Thank you for all of the effort it
took to put on such a great convention. I can't wait until next year!
It may have only been a few short days, but the friendships and
memories I made will last a life time. It was wonderful getting to
know you both.
I have some great pictures, I will get a
disc off to you soon.
Best Wishes,
Sharon aka "Martha"
Dear Greg & Jackie,
Sunburst '07 rocked! Thanks for a job
superbly done! You and your team of experts know how to run a
convention that benefits us all in so many ways! Kudos to all
of you and please know how much we all appreciate the opportunities
provided. It is also wonderful to see our friends every year
and to meet new ones!
Best Always!
Sharon Daniels / www.sharondanielsvoices.com
September 11, 2007
Dear Greg, Jackie, and the entire Production Staff,
How many ways are there to say, "Magnificent!".?
We had the time of our lives in Orlando this
past week, and I cannot begin to express my thanks and admiration and
heartfelt applause (can you hear me clapping wildly?) to you for your
astonishing work at Sunburst 2007.
Every detail, every aspect, every opportunity
was clearly devoted to making us, the artists, comfortable and put us
in the best possible light. You made us look so good! You know what
it takes to be a success in this business, and you demonstrated that
time and time again. Thank you for giving Mary and myself one of the
most memorable weeks of our lives. And thank you for the tremendous
professional exposure to all the talent agents and buyers, of course!
Jim & Trish, Jamie, Lynn & Pat, Roxie,
Eric, Lori, Terry, Crysho, John - and forgive me if I missed anyone!
- treated my wife and me as if we truly were members of the family.
God bless each and every one of you, and thank you for making our
Sunburst experience feel more like a homecoming than a convention
(even though conventions are cool!)
Your encouragement and advice is invaluable to
me as I continue my young career as an old political impersonator,
and you have helped me improve my act by your sound wisdom and
experience, and the genuine concern and true friendship you extend so
easily to welcome us newcomers. It remains a great learning
experience, and the networking, friendships and connections it
affords us are beyond measure. I left Sunburst feeling more hopeful -
and more professional - than I have ever felt, and you and your
entire crew are the reason. Thank you again, from the bottom of my heart.
You know that barring nuclear disaster or the
election of Newt Gingrich, I'll be back at Sunburst next year. I just
hope it doesn't get so big that you won't have time for us all.
It was absolutely worth every penny. Mahalo!
Isn't that Hawaiian for . "my nuts hurt.?"
Love to you all,
Dale
R. Dale Leigh / "Bill Clinton's Double"
Had a fantastic time at the Sunburst , and it
all turned out to be quite worthwhile. I hope to be able to be here
next year for the next convention! You put together a spectacular
show my friend , you rock !!!
Dale Corcoran
Hey Greg,
Just wanted to thank you for another great
year! Sunburst 2007 was awesome. Even better than my first year.
I booked a job after my showcase Saturday at
The Conference and Booked 2 more jobs on the following Monday and
Tuesday as a direct result of The Showcase.
The last year has been a rollercoaster ride
for me....
Thanks for giving me the chance to succeed!!
Sunburst Rocks!!
Best, Robin Williams Impersonator, David Born
Dear Gregory and Jackie,
Sunburst was absolutely delightful. How
wonderful to be introduced to a new world of entertainment and meet
so many talented, friendly people. Thanks ever so much.
Sincerely,
Betsy Wickard / Sally Rand- Fan Dancer, Florida
Everyone at the Sunburst Convention are Very
Special People and are blessed with all their talents.
Thanks again,
Brian and Sherry Cannon( Alan Jackson)
Congratulations Marc and everyone involved in
getting these numbers up! Its great to be hooked up live
and online - what a plus for the industry!
What I thought was SO cool .... was all
the chatter coming in from all over and the hello's from Brazil,
England, and friends and impersonators saying they watched us from
afar. What was REALLY touching was this ..... my husband hasn't
been able to attend with me all these years ..... and he was planted
in front of the computer on Saturday, and watched all the performers
and the awards dinner event and got a chance to see how fabulous all
my friends are and loved it!
Thank you Marc and Sunburst for setting
this up! What a plus in so many ways!
Anne Kissel - "Roseanne Barr"
Tribute Artist - Standup Comic
Greg and Jackie,
Thank you so much for your hospitality and
that of your staff.
The convention was an unqualified
success. We liked the hotel too. I know you must be
resting up today as we are.
Tell Mattisen she was perfect in her showcase.
I wish we could have seen her in her crown and
necklace. They grow up so fast.
Hugs, kisses and congratulations,
Janie and Bill
Greg,
Thank you for a first class convention. My
wife Jan also thoroughly enjoyed it. She watched the entire
showcase and was totally impressed by the talent. Everyone was
extremely friendly.
Thank You
Pete Chrusch aka The Godfather
Dear Greg and Jackie,
I just wanted to tell you that my wife Julie
and I had a FANTASTIC time at the Convention!! The both of you did an
awesome job as host and hostess. We can't thank you enough! You made
everyone feel so welcomed and it was just a great time! We met
some great people and reconnected with some very good "ol"
friends! I can't wait to attend next year! I'll sign up as soon
as I pay my off bar tab! LOL!! (Just kidding)
Thank you again!
Sincerely,
Ron (Captain Jack) and Julie Rodriguez
I just want to let you know how much I enjoyed
the Sunburst convention. Not only did I have fun but I felt I got
great exposure to many agents and talent buyers. Thank you, thank you
, thank you for having such a professional production. The sound was
fabulous, the lighting was great. Jane did a great job keeping things
moving. All the elements of the showcase presented us as
professionals and allowed us to perform at our best. I felt
confident going on stage and knowing everything was going to work as
it should.
I am definitely planning to come back next year.
Warmest Regards, Melody Knighton
Enjoyed the convention so much! I could
tell everyone put their all into it - that means good results.
I've already been called for a gig, and I see more opportunities in
the future.
I needed still photos and a promo, and I got
all the above right thereat Sunburst, not to mention meeting and
making new wonderful friends!
THANKS SUNBURST!! Looking forward to the
next one.
-Deb Smith Ford, "Trinity"
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