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Mike Bullard

Comedian and Former Host of The Mike Bullard Show

For six very successful years, The Mike Bullard Show, reigned alone as the Canadian equivalent of "Letterman", "Conan" and "Leno". Bullard's remarkable ability to interact with his audiences and his genuine love of spontaneity, proved to be the very skills that allowed him to immediately establish himself as a major force in the late-night comedy show arena. His clean and impromptu comedy routines and extraordinary ability to read an audience ensure that Mike Bullard will make your function a roaring success.

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Mike Bullard accomplished something no other Canadian had before: hosted Canada's first truly successful nightly talk show. Running for six unprecedented seasons, Open Mike, was one of the longest running late-night talk shows in North America. The Gemini award-winning series was the most-watched late-night talk show in Canada's largest market, comparable in popularity and success to late-night heavyweights Letterman and Leno.

One of Canada's most recognized celebrities, Bullard is a multi- disciplinary comic who has published a book, Open Book: Little Thoughts from a Big Head, and has also recorded a CD, Stick 2 Comedy. Recognized as “Favourite Talk Show Host” by the readers of TV Guide, Bullard has come a long way from the grind of Canada's comedy club circuit, where for over a decade he cultivated a reputation as one of the quickest and cleverest club wits in the country. A native of Mississauga, Ontario, Bullard worked full-time at other occupations while simultaneously pursuing his comedy career, playing over 1400 gigs in his spare time. Indeed, it was only weeks before Open Mike launched in the fall of 1997 that Bullard quit his day job at management job at one of the nation’s biggest corporations.

Open Mike debuted quietly in November of 1997 on The Comedy Network and went on to be picked up by the CTV network in 1998. Appearing on both networks, Bullard's razor sharp, often self-deprecating humour, insightful jabs at the human condition, and his ability to engage in unscripted banter with audience members made Open Mike a favourite with television viewers. In 2002, he was voted one of the Top 10 Funniest Canadians in a nationwide poll. While he has enjoyed his success, Bullard remains a Canadian “everyman”, tirelessly working on behalf of dozens of charities and giving back to the community. He makes over 150 appearances a year for organizations such as The United Way, Big Brothers and Sisters, Foster Parents Plan, Casey House, The Humane Society and the Hospital for Sick Children, among others.

Currently, Bullard is in development of a game show for divorced people called Alimoney and signed a co-production deal for the show with Just for Laughs. He also can be heard on CFRB NewsTalk 1010 Radio in Toronto.

Corporate Open Mike with Mike Bullard Show

Mike performs the Open Mike Show just as he would for television. He will welcome guests to YOUR EVENT and do a 5-10 minute monologue of jokes usually about current news stories, and/or a Top 10 list of jobs at your competition or the industry in general. He then sits behind a desk and introduces the first guest.

This is where it can get interesting.

Companies are encouraged to call out to their membership to see if anyone has a talent they would like to showcase on the Open Mike Show with Mike Bullard. There is usually a surprising response rate! In the past, the show has seen an Elvis impersonator, comedian, magician, juggler, singer, dance troupe and all were members of the association or their immediate family. It's recommended that the event is taped to capture the hilarity of the evening. Alternatively, Mike can keep it simple: a standard interview if someone's son got drafted by a NHL team, Olympic team; someone saved someone's life and received an award from the police dept. The suggestions and ideas are endless.

Companies or associations may have new concepts, rules or product launches they want to present in as captivating way as possible. Mike can customize the monologue and interviews as per clients' direction, probing CEOs, head engineers, marketing gurus or other integral staff, to reveal important product or company information. Mike will turn a dry presentation into one with humour, which will ensure the message sticks.
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Mike made our evening! He read the crowd perfectly and his quick wit had us all in a constant state of hysteric

St. Lawrence Cement Inc.
We had Mike out to be the closer at our Managers conference for TD retail managers. Mike created a TD Tonight bit that had the group in stitches, while at the same time reinforcing the leadership messages from the conferences. Thanks a ton Mike!

TD Canada Trust
When I need an event to be a success I book Mike Bullard. His hosting and humour works everywhere and for everyone. Funny and classy, Mike makes you look good for booking him.

MC Marketing
For one hour, Mike Bullard took our group of 175 people and had them buckled over with laughter. His material was fresh, funny, and he had everyone's attention as they didn't know what was coming next. Our convention was a tremendous success and Mike Bullard was a huge part of it. We will certainly have him again in the future as he was diligent, professional, and courteous to everyone.

End Of The Roll
Mike Bullard has always been a favorite of mine personally. He hosted and performed at the Halifax Comedy Festival in 2006 and was instantly a crowd favorite. It would be my pleasure to work with Mike in the future. Any client who works with Mike will get more than expected!

Halifax Comedy Festival
Mike Bullard was so great at the Sixth Annual Veterans Appreciation Luncheon, the Veterans LOVED him. I hope he is available to come out again next November.

MEDIchair Halton
Mike, thanks for the laughs and hopefully, you might consider returning for another event.

Sobey's
The success of an event depends on having the right Master of Ceremonies, your ability to create energy and enthusiasm was obvious by the atmosphere in the room. I thank you for helping to make "Dinner with the Brass" a truly memorable occasion.

Peel Chief of Police
Mike was the right choice for our event. It went fantastic, absolutely fantastic. Much appreciated, couldn't have been better!!!

Toronto Dominion Bank
Mike demonstrated a lightning wit during his interaction with the audience. His delivery is hilarious! Great show!

Dynamic Mutual Funds Ltd.

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