Richard Skipper

Best Selling Points for Booking Richard Skipper 

✦ Proven Entertainer with a National Following 

• 46+ years in the industry, with performances across the U.S. and London 

• Loyal and growing fan base, especially in NYC, Palm Springs, Provincetown, and cabaret hubs 

✦ Two Signature Shows — Built for Engagement 

• Everything You’ve Always Wanted to Know About Richard Skipper (But Were Afraid to Ask):
  An unscripted, audience-driven evening — never the same show twice 

• Richard Skipper Celebrates Hello, Dolly!:
  A nostalgic, upbeat tribute to Broadway history and the iconic Carol Channing 

✦ Interactive & Unscripted Format 

• Entirely shaped by audience questions submitted before and during the show 

• Creates a dynamic, spontaneous atmosphere — high engagement, high return value for the venue 

✦ Broad Appeal Across Generations 

• Perfect for Broadway fans, cabaret lovers, legacy theater-goers, and anyone who loves a good story well told 

• Clean, inclusive, heartfelt content suitable for community centers, theaters, libraries, and galas 

✦ Seasoned Storyteller and Showman 

• Combines musical performance, storytelling, and improvisational humor 

• Known for warmth, timing, and genuine connection with the audience 

✦ Critically Praised and Well-Reviewed 

• Consistent audience praise for energy, honesty, and emotional resonance 

• Recognized by cabaret publications and entertainment platforms 

✦ Flexible for Venues of All Sizes 

• Can be performed with piano accompaniment only or full trio 

• Ideal for intimate rooms or larger performing arts stages 

✦ Perfect for Themed Programming 

• Excellent fit for Pride Month, Broadway tributes, heritage series, legacy spotlights, or celebratory seasons 

• Offers cross-marketing potential for libraries, theaters, senior communities, and tourism boards 

✦ Repeat Value and Word-of-Mouth Buzz 

• Audiences return — because no show is ever the same 

• Encourages community and group bookings (especially when the audience is part of the show) 

✦ Available Year-Round 

• Richard is actively booking for fall 2025 and 2026 

• Available for tour circuits, special series, holiday events, and educational/cultural enrichment 

✦ A “Living Memoir” Onstage 

• His life and career are part of theatrical history — and he brings that with him to every show 

• Offers behind-the-scenes anecdotes and insights that few performers can authentically deliver 

✦ Professional, Prepared, and Collaborative 

• A joy to work with from first inquiry to final encore 

• Self-contained and flexible to venue needs (promotion, press, technical coordination, etc.)