Don't make it just another boring show to watch...
Make an IMPACT, a life-changing EXPERIENCE
your audience will NEVER FORGET!
"Most Christian artists don't perform extreme feats on national and international TV,
Most aren't in Ripley's Believe It or Not or hold multiple Guinness World Records,
Most don't eat fire or swallow swords underwater in a tank of sharks,
and most have not received the Ig Nobel Prize at Harvard!...But Dan Meyer is NOT your average Christian artist!"
Cutting Edge Innertainment extreme artist Sword Swallower Dan Meyer has been blessed to perform and touch lives at Upward Unlimited Awards Nights and other church and youth functions around the world.
One of only a few dozen professional sword swallowers left in the world today, a featured Ripley's Believe It or Not performer and multiple Guinness World Record holder, Dan is recognized as one of the TOP sword swallowers in the world, and the ONLY Christian sword swallower performing around the world today. A 3x Guinness World Record holder in sword swallowing and a featured Ripley's Believe It or Not performer, Dan has been seen by millions around the world performing his unique form of family entertainment. World-renowned for swallowing swords underwater in a tank of sharks and stingrays for Ripley's Believe It or Not, Dan is recognized as one of the top performers around the world. As the Executive Director of the Sword Swallowers Association International and winner of the 2007 Ig Nobel Prize in Medicine at Harvard, Dan is widely recognized as the world's foremost authority on the ancient art of sword swallowing.
Dan has been featured on programs such as CNN, ESPN, MTV, ET!, CMT, PBS, America's Got Talent, Today Show, 20/20, 48 Hours, ABC News, CBS News, FOX News, NBC News, MSNBC, CNN Health, MSN Health, AOL News, CNet News, WGN, XLTV, NPR, BBC Radio, RadioU Network, CBC, CTV, ITV UK, BBC World News, NTV Russia, Discovery Channel, Discovery Health Channel, Discovery Times Channel, Discovery Channel Canada, Discovery International, Daily Planet, The Learning Channel, Documentary Channel, Travel Channel, Entertainment Tonight, USA Network, Food Network, Armed Forces Network, Telemundo, Univision,
Shocked and Amazed TV, Ripley's Believe It or Not, Mancow Morning Show, Breakfast TV Canada, Alan Titchmarsh Show UK, Rick and Bubba Show, Absolutely Alabama, Tennessee Crossroads, USA Today, Newsweek, National Geographic, Atlantic Magazine, Forbes Magazine, New York Post, New York Times, Irish Times, London Times, The Guardian, Telegraph, British Medical Journal, Scientific American, Science Daily, Nature Magazine, Amusement Business, Birmingham News, Huntsville Times, Religious Newswire Service, Christian Activities magazine, Christian Index, National Catholic Reporter, WBRC TV Birmingham, WHNT TV Huntsville, WAFF TV Huntsville, WYAM TV Decatur, ZTV Athens, WDRM Hunstville, and in hundreds of other radio, TV, magazine, and newspaper interviews around the world.
Dan has amazed audiences on national tour with Brooks and Dunn's Neon Circus, on international tour with the award-winning Celtic Christian pop/rock band Ceili Rain, opening for Christian artists Jeremy Camp and Mike's Chair, on the Ig Nobel Science Tour of the UK, at Ripley's Believe It or Not attractions, with Ringling Brothers Circus, and at youth programs at churches, colleges, universities, Bible camps, Upward Unlimited Awards Night shows, science and medical centers, corporate and other events in 12 countries around the world.
If he's good enough for them, why not have Dan perform at YOUR church or Upward program?
Described as a “Christian David Copperfield” who combines real feats with a powerful message instead of just tricks and illusions, Dan eats fire and swallows solid steel swords, blades, sabers, bayonets, rapiers, cutlasses, and other pointed objects from 15 to 30 inches in length and up to 8 swords at once! Despite a close call resulting in a near-fatal injury while swallowing 5 swords at once, Dan continues to amaze audiences with his family-oriented show.
“I enjoy performing REAL feats that people think are impossible to prove how awesome God made the human body,” Dan explains. As the only professing Christian sword swallower and fire-eater in the world, Dan uses his extreme form of "innertainment" in a motivational and inspirational comedy program as a way of drawing crowds and touching youth and adults in a profound way that other ministries might not otherwise be able to reach.
“God made each person unique with their own unique gifts; I use my unique ministry to let audiences know it's ok to be unique and stand for what you believe in, whatever your calling is!Just to see God using me, seeing people's faces when I perform, and knowing God is using my show to impact lives is tremendously exciting to me.” -Dan Meyer
The Show
Like a secret weapon, Cutting Edge Innertainment strikes like a double-edged sword with a 1-2 cut:
Cutting Edge Innertainment's Upward Awards Night program features real shocking feats combined with light comedy and audience participation where Dan recruits volunteers from the audience so everyone can feel like part of the show! Dan performs extreme feats such as fire-eating, the human blockhead, and the ancient art of sword swallowing in a professional family-oriented stage show that is educational, inspirational, motivational, and UNFORGETTABLE with just the right touch of light comedy!
- On first glance, it's SHARP and FLASHY cutting edge ENTERTAINMENT
that puts the audience on the EDGE of their seats.
- On a deeper level, it's a PENETRATING MESSAGE that CUTS to the POINT,
PIERCES deep to the HEART, and leaves a LASTING IMPRESSION -
it's Cutting Edge INNERtainment that gets them OUT of their seats!Cutting Edge INNERtainment - The Proof is what's INSIDE!
Dan's show is specifically designed with Upward themes in mind. Once Dan has captured the audience's undivided attention with his extreme form of entertainment, he then slides in his unique form of "innertainment" by presenting the Gospel message clearly and effectively to the kids and adults alike. Kids and adults alike claim Dan's show and powerful message have profoundly impacted their lives in unforgettable ways. And Dan is always willing to stay after the program to meet each child personally.
At first glance, it's flashy on the surface,
but the proof is what's inside
that leaves a lasting impression!
Watch Dan in action...
Watch all the way to the grand finale at the very end!
Dan on the Today Show, June 17, 2008
Dan on the Today Show LIVE with Natalie Portman, July 1, 2008
Dan Meyer swallowing 10 swords in 90 seconds for America's Got Talent
Quotes
"Amazing... A hard act to swallow!"
-Christian Activities"While the swords were in Meyer's throat,
the spectator's hearts were in theirs!"
-OnePaper"You were AWESOME!"
-Jeremy Camp, Christian Artist"Oh my God! This is unbelievable...
...This is INCREDIBLE!"
-Dana Jacobson, ESPN First Take"I've seen a lot of incredible things in my life,
but I've never seen anything like THIS before!"
-Pat, Cameraman, Oprah Winfrey Show"That was the most fantastic show I've ever seen!
It was AWESOME!"
-Suzanne Holmes, VP Documentary Channel"Amazing!... absolutely incredible!"
-Jay Crawford, ESPN First Take"Just fascinating!
Brilliantly done,
Absolutely delightful!"
-Carolyn Prescott-Price, Centre for Life, Newcastle, UK"That was AWESOME! But if I was you, I wouldn't do that!"
-Westin, 6 years old, Shady Grove Baptist Church, Neel, AL"He's like a Christian David Copperfield,
but instead of just doing magic tricks,
Dan combines incredible real feats with a powerful message
in a show that's IMPOSSIBLE to forget!"
-Juergen Beck, WAFF-TV, Huntsville, AL"I am just freaked out!
Wow! ...I am crawling out of my skin right now...
My palms are sweating...
That was incredible! It freaked me out!
Absolutely one of the most amazing guests we've ever had
on Good Day Alabama..."
-Rick Journey, Good Day Alabama, Fox News, Birmingham, AL"That was incredible! Wow!
He's the real deal!
Now that's entertainment that makes your heart beat fast!
I love him and you will too!"
-Janice Rogers, Good Day Alabama, Fox News, Birmingham, AL"Dan is one of a kind. He's the Master Professor of Sword Swallowing!
He is a true communicator. He talks to the audience not at the audience.
I actully heard his inner body make sounds when he swallowed the sword!
My favorite part of Dan's performance is his passion for what he does.
He's never met a stranger and he gets you excited about sword swallowing!
Dan is THE Sword Swallower!"
-Suzie Wiley, Host, Valley Happenings, WYAM TV 51, Decatur, AL
Referrals and Recommendations
Here's what others have had to say about Cutting Edge Innertainment:
"Dan provides riveting entertainment
that delivers a powerful Christian message
and enthralls young people all at once!"
-Rev. Travis Fessler, Florence, KY"Dan's sword swallowing is amazing on its own,
but his sword swallowing mixed with a positive message is revolutionary!"
-Pastor Les Jones, New Song Family Church, Decatur, AL"That made a bigger impact on me
than anything else in my entire life!"
-Blake, Impact Youth Program, David Lipscomb University, Nashville, TN"I really didn't think sword swallowing was really real at first,
but the last part of the show really affected me. It was awesome!
It was amazing! All the kids were talking about it all week long!
It was the best part of the whole week!"
-Britney Cobb, Impact, Hartselle Church of Christ, Hartselle, AL"It was WONDERFUL!
That was a show the kids will NEVER forget,
and neither will the adults!
My heart was beating so fast... It was amazing!"
-Terry Lee, First Presbyterian Church, Myrtle Beach, SC"I think you are completely fascinating -
from India to a deserted island to Op Camp!
You blessed us in a huge way,
and gave the kids an experience they will NEVER forget!"
-Coach Van Gravitt, Director, Opportunity Camp, Merkel, TX"Dan really holds the audience's attention!
We were amazed, on edge, and inspired all at the same time!
This is an Upward Awards Night that families will be talking about years from now!
Dan is a super great guy with contagious enthusiasm! We highly recommend him!"
-DeAnna McNeill, Upward Director, Friendship Church, Athens, AL"Dan presented a professional top-notch show that appealed to all ages...
The kids and adults laughed, oohed, and awed with equal enthusiasm!"
-Clayton Owen, Upward Director, First Baptist Church, McKenzie, TN"Dan is great to work with! His ministry is unique and attention-grabbing.
The variety of "Super-human" stunts and comedy is fantastic,
and his message points it all back to Christ!
Want something totally different, something out-of-the-box?
Spend an evening with Dan Meyer!"
-Jody Hooven, Youth Pastor, Upward Awards Night, Athens, AL"Dan was one big gulp of excitement!
Dan's act cut deep, but instead of shedding blood, we shed tears."
-Jody Dean, Upward Director, Rainsville First Baptist Church, Rainsville, AL"That was AWESOME! ...I was blown away!"
-Phillip List, Regional Pastor's Convention, Huntsville, AL"Dan is an awesome entertainer with a unique gift.
He is a blast to have for any kids event!
Our kids were in awe and their parents were squirming!
You can't get a better combo if you deal with Children's ministry.
A great show for the whole family!"
-Jim Beckner, Upward Coordinator, Trinity Baptist, Trinity, AL"Dan's show was as *real* as it gets!
Dan gave us a lot to take home, but not to try at home!
This was the most unusual and challenging performance we've ever had!"
-Rev. Jeff Mann, Pastor, First Baptist Church, Rainsville, AL"Dan gave one of the "sharpest" presentations of the Gospel I have ever witnessed!
Young and old were awed by his unique talents.
And dear to an event coordinator's heart was the fact that Dan is such a genuine
and caring Christian who was willing to be flexible enough to fit into our schedule.
Thanks for making our event so memorable
that people will talk about it for years to come!"
--DeLiska Lee, Coordinator, Faith Fellowship Eggstravaganza, Winfield, AL"As the mother of a very impressionable son,
I want to tell you how much we enjoyed your performance.
Frank has asberger symptom, a form of autism.
He was so impressed with your performance and your wonderful testimony,
especially the way you connected it with following God's Word.
Thank you for setting a great example for all of us to follow.
You sure put on a cutting edge performance!"
-Kathy Goodwin, Shady Grove Baptist Church, Neel, AL"I was a little nervous that bringing a sword swallower to our church
might turn into a circus… However Dan not only entertained us,
but he taught our youth and adults valuable lessons in faith,
and turned his performance into a meaningful experience
focused on Christian values and a faith walk with Christ."
-Ashley Jordan, Youth Pastor, Archer's Chapel UMC, Frog Jump, TN"The highlight of the night was Dan's sword swallowing...
Some watched in amazement, while others had trouble watching at all!
I particularly appreciated how Dan worked the Sword of the Spirit into the show."
-Pastor Larry Head, Lakeside Missionary Baptist Church, Newport, MI"Clearly your ministry represents Christ well
and serves to further His kingdom.
It is an honor for us to serve you in that endeavor."
-Endorsed Ministry Guide"We, like Jesus, must use the ever-changing methods of communication
to disseminate the unchanging message of God's love and forgiveness."
-Billy Graham"Wow! Dan's got personality and talent,
and he does things America's never seen before!...
That was incredible!"
-Bob Czymkowski, St. Paul's Lutheran, IN
Dan comes from a background of serving as a missionary to India, performing with missions teams throughout the United States Background
and around the world, as an award-winning Christian songwriter working in the Christian music industry with the Bill Gaither Trio, touring internationally with major secular and Christian artists, and playing on the worship team at his church. Dan has amazed and touched millions with his shows around the world, and his ministry has been reviewed and endorsed by Endorsed Ministry Guide for doctrinal soundness, artistic giftedness, professional integrity and manageability. With over 20 years' experience as a Christian entertainer, combined with a strong background in ministry and years of experience sharing the Gospel with children and adults in ways that are powerful and unforgettable, Dan presents a memorable show your group will NEVER forget!
Testimony
"I grew up in a Christian family and made a decision to give my life to the Lord when I was a teen. Because I grew up shy, it was awkward for me to witness to people through words alone.
God made each person unique with their own special gifts. I've found I am most fulfilled when I'm living out my calling - when I combine my unique talents with my passion to impact people for the kingdom of God. I use my unique ministry to let audiences know it's ok to be unique and stand for what you believe in, whatever your calling is!
Billy Graham once said, 'Like Jesus, we must use the ever-changing methods of communication to disseminate the unchanging message of God's love and forgiveness.'
My extreme ministry allows me to reach a wide audience and touch folks across a broad spectrum that other ministries might not be able to reach, from youth to yuppies, teens to seniors, Goth rockers to bikers, including those who might never step foot in a church.
I like to comfort the afflicted and afflict the comfortable by performing REAL feats people think are impossible in order to prove how awesome God made the human body!
I like to leave an impact on audiences and remind them that ALL things are possible with God! Then I challenge them to go out and do the impossible and impact others with their lives... to live life abundantly, with gusto... not just to sip life, but to GULP it!
Just to see God using me, seeing people's faces when I perform, and knowing God is using me to impact lives is tremendously exciting to me."
-Dan Meyer, Sword Swallower, Cutting Edge Innertainment
Mission
My hope is that what I do can
inspire others to think beyond the obvious,
and challenge them to stretch beyond their limitations,
to dream bigger than they thought possible,
and dare to do the impossible in their lives.My mission is to
make a positive impact on the youth of today by being REAL,
to inspire them to create a vision for their lives,
to dream bigger than they thought possible,
and to go out and achieve those dreams
and DO the impossible in their lives
by putting their hearts and minds in the right place -
following the Lord.
Like a secret weapon, Cutting Edge INNERtainment strikes Cutting Edge INNERtainment
like a double-edged sword with a 1-2 cut:
- On first glance, it's SHARP and FLASHY Cutting Edge ENTERTAINMENT
to put your audience on the EDGE of their seats
- On a deeper level, it's a PENETRATING message that
CUTS to the POINT,
PIERCES to the HEART,
and leaves a LASTING IMPRESSION -
it's Cutting Edge INNERtainment that gets them OUT of their seats!
Cutting Edge INNERtainment - The Proof is what's INSIDE!
Verses
"He laughs at fear, afraid of nothing;
he does not shy away from the sword."
-Job 39:22"The sword that reaches him has no effect,
nor does the spear or the dart or the javelin."
-Job 41:26"What goes into the mouth, goes into the stomach,
but what comes out of the mouth, comes from the heart."
-Matthew 15:17-18"...and out of His mouth came a sharp double-edged sword"
-Revelations 1:16"For the Word of God is living and active
and sharper than any two-edged sword...
piercing deeper than the division of
joints and marrow, soul and spirit,
able to judge the thoughts and intentions of the heart."
-Hebrews 4:12"He who lives by the sword, dies by the sword."
-Matthew 26:52"As iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens another."
-Proverbs 27:19"Sharp words pierce like a sword,
but the tongue of the wise brings healing."
-Proverbs 12:18"With God, NOTHING is impossible!"
-Luke 1:37"I can do ALL things through Christ who strengthens me!" -Philippians 4:13
Booking
When you're looking for a unique Christian entertainer for an Upward or other Christian or family event, it's important to find an act that's clean, entertaining, professional and experienced in front of church audiences. You're not just paying for the show, but for peace of mind. After all, if the performer offends someone in your audience, it makes YOU look bad!Clean wholesome performers typically cost more than "club" performers. The reason for this is that clean entertainment for a church audience is much harder to find than the average nightclub performer.
Additionally, most youth directors or Upward coordinators are looking to hire someone who can not only entertain the audience and keep them on the edge of their seats, but they want someone who can capture the audience's attention and get across a serious message to get them OUT of their seats -- not just to reach the kids, but also to impact other family members at the show who might not attend church regularly.
Performers who perform specialized feats that involve physical danger or risking death cost considerably more other non-specialized performers due to the special skills, danger and risks involved. With less than a few dozen true sword swallowers left in the entire world, cutting edge acts like this are few and hard to find. And if you want the top in the field known around the world, the best always costs more.
Your job is to book an entertaining act with wide appeal that won't offend your audience but who will capture their attention and convey a compelling Christian message. There are thousands of club performers across the country, but only a handful who can do a good clean wholesome show, and very few who can capture and keep the audience's attention and deliver a memorable Christian message with impact. There are less than a few dozen professional sword swallowers left in the world today, but ONLY ONE Christian Sword Swallower in the entire world who performs top-notch Cutting Edge Innertainment that will impact your audience with a show AND a message they will NEVER forget!
Based near Huntsville, AL, Dan's Upward Awards Night show is entertaining, inspirational and motivational, and can last from 20 to 45 minutes, depending on the needs of your church or event. Due to high demand and the extremely dangerous nature of this death-defying act, standard pricing for a Cutting Edge corporate show normally runs from $2985-$3865/show.* However, the discounted rate for an Upward Unlimited Awards Night program runs from $1,465-$1,985 based on the specific needs and requirements of your church, plus mileage or airfare and accommodations. Other than mileage, there are no additional accommodation expenses for churches within 75 miles of Hartselle, AL (roughly between Nashville, TN and Birmingham, AL). For farther locations, quick flights can easily be arranged from either Huntsville or Birmingham airports. Why not hire a WORLD-CLASS family act and present a unique show your audience will NEVER FORGET! (*Standard rates for non-Upward show: $2985-$3865/appearance)
To check, hold or reserve dates to book a Cutting Edge Innertainment show for your Upward Awards Night, complete the simple online booking request form, e-mail us, or call us today at (615) 258-4141 ext 300 to discuss details of scheduling a date for your Upward Awards Night before your date gets booked up! It's best to book early, as Upward dates book up fast, and many churches book 6-12 months in advance. To get the best available date and time, book your event today!
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