Darren Marlar

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Darren Marlar specializes in stand-up comedy for the corporate markets, even customizing portions of his show specifically for your audience while remaining affordable! Fundraisers, business meetings, banquets, trade shows, benefits, retreats, parties, conferences, receptions, and all other corporate entertainment! And Darren works clean, without using any blue humor or cursing during his performance. He also doesn't do politics. This ensures that your guests will never feel uncomfortable with any of the comedy being performed.

Darren Marlar's television appearances include guest appearances on TV's "Preachers Kids: The Untold Stories", and national appearances on "Focus 4" on the Cornerstone Television Network and on "I'm Just Sayin'" on the TCT television network. He's also been on "Local Laughs" on DGTV-6, plus he's appeared in several commercials airing in the Chicago and Rockford, Illinois markets.

Darren Marlar is also a radio personality, hosting a daily radio show and weird news feature which has become one of the top comedy podcasts on Podomatic. You can hear the podcast on Darren's website.

Darren also writes comedy for radio stations in the U.S., Canada, and other countries.


CLIENTS...
Ace Hardware - Ambius Interior Landscaping and Design Services - Auto Trader - Blue Cross, Blue Shield - Hardee's - Nutrena - One Way Products, Inc. - Rhino State University - Rochelle Foods - Rockford Ice Hogs - Town & Country


TESTIMONIALS...
"Darren had me in stitches… then the stitches burst from laughing so hard. I hope he comes back to our meeting next year." —Spooner Baumann, Inside Sales Supervisor,

"Darren was a great hit at our company Christmas Party. We wanted our employees to laugh, relax and have a good time without being embarrassed or uncomfortable and Darren did it. He was very easy and enjoyable to work with before, during and after the show. We continue to get favorable comments. We would definitely have him again." –Diane Seneca, Ace Hardware

"We were very happy that we decided to go with Darren. He was an excellent choice for our event. He was very professional in his material and he used no profanity. He received a lot of energy from our group and fed off that very well. We would definitely ask him back to one of our events. He was great energy, very funny and involved the audience, which was fantastic. Everyone enjoyed his performance and afterward a lot of our group thanked him for the great entertainment. He was worth every penny." — Rich M, Rhino State University

"Darren was nothing but a pleasure to deal with at our corporate Holiday event. He was just as advertised, clean and very funny! I would recommend Darren for any affair where your are wanting a clean comedy routine or just want a good time!" –Shawn McGath, Blue Cross, Blue Shield

"I never had seen Darren perform before. I took a chance and it paid off. Darren gave a solid, high energy performance that was well received by the audience. I was impressed. I am really looking forward to working with him again." –Comedian, Russ Martin, The Russ Martin Show

"Not only is Darren Marlar seriously animated and funny, he is also a pleasure to be around. His friendly persona is sincere and heartfelt. He is extremely efficient as a comedian and emcee on stage and takes time with people off stage. I highly recommend him for any event!" —-Chris Johnson, On Ramp Youth Ministry

"Thank you, Darren! You were literally a Godsend for our benefit, I truly believe that! I cannot thank you enough. You made such a difference and were a big influence on many people!" –Sylvia Waldsmith, Nutrena / Town & Country

"Darren Marlar has a great gift of humor and I was amazed how he interacted so quickly with the audience. Darren started the evening with great laughs resulting in comments about this being our funniest, best show ever." –Herb Kuryliw, Hillcrest Comedy Café

"Darren is great to work with, both on and off the stage! It's not a question of whether to have him return but when!" –Justin Herrick, Three Crosses Promotions

"Nothing but really positive comments! Keep up the great job!! God bless you!" — Elyn Watson, First Congregational United Church of Christ

"Darren Marlar is a top notch comedian. The entire evening the place was roaring with laughter. Our sides and cheeks hurt with so much laughing by the time Darren was finished with us. It was refreshing to have good, clean comedy. You will not regret having Darren provide entertainment at your event." –Rev. Kevin Seibold, Principal, Firstborn Christian Academy

"Darren was at my coffee house and he packed the place and no one left disappointed. It is great when a man finds his true gifts and uses them in a positive way with humor. You would not make a mistake having Darren at you event, your stomach muscle will hurt though the next day." –David J. Chase, Holy Grounds Cafe

"Darren is a true professional. He stepped up to perform for our church in a challenging venue and came through with flying colors. A great time was had by all. We would have him back any day!" –Mark Moran, Lakewood United Methodist

"Darren was so easy to work with and interacted well with the crowd on and off-stage. I've never seen a performer so willing to engage with the audience before and after the show. We were happy to have him!" –David Lesser, Countryside United Methodist Church

"Darren opened the night with lots of laughter and put everyone in a great mood for the rest of the night. Marlar was perfect for an awesome evening." –Randy Long, Crossroads Community Church

"Darren was awesome! His personality fit will with our group overall which made things relaxing. He was very genuine and very nice clean material. I would recommend him to anyone!" — Alisha N.

"Did a good job entertaining as a whole especially with the different age group that was there and it being a church event." — Judy M.

"Not only did the kids enjoy it, but the adults couldn't stop talking about you after you had left!" –Dan L.

Anniversaries, Bachelor Parties, Bachelorette Parties, Banquets, Birthday Parties, Children's Birthday Parties, Celebrations, Christenings, Christmas Parties, Church Services, Clubs, Community Events, Conventions, Corporate Functions, Dinner Dances, Festivals, Fund Raisers, Funerals, Graduation Parties, Grand Openings, Picnic, Private Parties, Proms, Restaurants, Reunions, Sweet 16 Parties, Weddings, Wedding Ceremonies, Wedding Cocktail Hours, Wedding Receptions...and more.

• Did a good job entertaining as a whole especiallly with the diferent age group that was there and it being a church event. -- Judy M, Montrose, IL, 1/9/2010
• Darren was awesome! His personality fit will with our group overall which made things relaxing. He was very genuine and very nice clean material. I would recommend him to anyone! =) -- Alisha N, Marshfield, WI, 11/13/2009
• We were very happy that we decided to go with Darren. He was an excellent choice for our event. He was very professional in his material and he used no profanity. He received a lot of energy from our group and fed off that very well. We would definitely ask him back to one of our events. He was great energy, very funny and involved the audience, which was fantastic. Everyone enjoyed his performance and afterwards a lot of our group thanked him for the great entertainment. He was worth every penny and we hope he got some new material from our group LOL. We would also like to thank GigMasters for locating Darren for us. -- Rich M, Rosemont, IL, 1/23/2010
• Darren provided some fun entertainment for our company Christmas party. I would recommend him to others who are looking for a comedian. He was very accommodating, and professional. -- Lisa M, Rockford, IL, 12/10/2011
• Darren did an excellent job for us, I will definetely keep his card handy and refer him to family and friends. One of the many things that impressed me was his flexibility to work with the group! This was a unique crowd of people living with Multiple Sclerosis. He had one woman laughing so hard, this same woman 2 months ago was crying and felt so alone!!! He made her Christmas, I don't know if anyone not living with MS will understand how amazing this was...A wonderful hysterical man who was very smart about how he worked the crowd!!! LOVED HIM :) -- Sylvia K, Olympia Fields, IL, 12/14/2011

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