Devin Henderson's Blog

The Improv

Devin — Wed, 04 Aug 2010 17:58:47 +0000

Construction at the Improv in Zona Rosa is finally complete and we will be starting up the Saturday Comedy Magic Shows again on August 14th! These family-friendly shows will be Saturdays from 3:00-4:00 pm and tickets are only $5.To view a promo flyer with all the details click here!

2009 - Comedy Magic at the Improv

Send Out Cards

Devin — Mon, 21 Jun 2010 09:53:10 +0000

When presenting Schmooze’em or Lose’em to entrepreneurs and sales reps, I introduce an easy and cost-effective method for sending custom greeting cards, brownies, gift cards and other gifts in the mail. Visit www.sendoutcards.com/45080 to learn how. I utilize this amazing system to sincerely appreciate my wonderful repeat clients. You will find that “Schmoozing your clients has never been easier.”

Speaking for the SSA

Devin — Fri, 18 Jun 2010 19:44:01 +0000

June 1st I had the privilege of presenting Schmooz’em or Lose’em to managers within the Social Security Administration. Schmoozing is the art of connecting with people in a special way, and is therefore useful in any profession. However, I specialize in speaking to sales reps, customer service reps, managers and those with an entrepreneurial-based occupations (real-estate agents, insurance agents, etc.). When speaking to managers, the focus of my training is how to motivate employes by properly expressing appreciation and the feeling of importance.

Speaking to managers in the SSA.

Handing back a few stolen items.

Old Shawnee Days a Success!

Devin — Tue, 15 Jun 2010 19:42:52 +0000

We packed the tent for all four mentalism performances at Old Shawnee Days! It was great to see so many familiar faces in the crowd – thank you to all who came out to support me. The planner said they want to have me again next year, so I will be looking forward to doing it all over again.

Mind-reading.

Taking in the sights and sounds of Old Shawnee Days between shows. (Left to right) My nephew Matthew, my sister Gretchen, my daughter Claire, and me.

I grew up at Old Shawnee Days, and so will my kids. This is my wife Lynn and I with our daughters Claire and Charlie.

Old Shawnee Days

Devin — Wed, 26 May 2010 19:04:40 +0000

I will be peforming my Mentalism Act all weekend long at Old Shawnee Days this year (the weekend of June 4-6). Show times are Saturday, June 5th, 1:30 and 5:30, and Sunday, June 6th, 1:30 and 4:00. Old Shawnee Days website - Old Shawnee Days on facebook

My Scranton Experience

Devin — Wed, 26 May 2010 05:15:28 +0000

Early in the spring semester I traveled to Pennsylvania to perform at the University of Scranton. In my short time there, I tried to take advantage of my close encounter with Jim, Pam, Dwight, Andy (or Drew) and yes of course…Michael Scott. Although I didn’t bump into any of the stars of “The Office” (which I believe is actually filmed in CA), my imagination got the best of me as my driver from Enterprise described to me which parts of the show accurately reflect Scranton: There is a Poor Richard’s Pub (but it’s in a bowling alley), there is an Alfredo’s Pizza – but there is no Pizza by Alfredo (or vice versa – we drove by whichever one was real), and there is a ‘Scranton Welcomes You’ sign. My driver drove out of our way to try to find it for me - little did he know it is now on display in a mall in downtown Scranton. He didn’t want me to tell his boss that he wasted time driving me all over town looking for the elusive sign…so… “Alonzo” (as we’ll call you) – if you are reading this, our little secret is safe. And if Alonzo’s boss is reading this – your employee, “Alonzo,” who drove me all over town on Enterprise’s time and gas, isn’t actually “Jeremy.”

Apparently this famous sign from the opening credits of “The Office” was a road hazard due to tourists’ stopping by for pictures. It was uprooted from its place on the highway and is on display in downtown Scranton at the Steamtown Mall.

This novelty Office Store at Steamtown Mall was not open for business. I couldn't tell if it was coming or going, but it looked more like it was on its way out. Everyone I asked about it didn't seem to know or care.

Performing at the University of Scranton.

KCKCC Speaking Engagement

Devin — Tue, 25 May 2010 18:07:56 +0000

In February I presented my keynote, “Schmooze’em or Lose’em” for an in-service day for the faculty of Kansas City Kansas Community College. We taped the show and made a demo video of the presentation. You can watch the video on our Videos page. Just click on ‘Motivational.’ KCKCC is bringing me back to speak and perform my Mentalism Act for their Enrollment Management Division in June.

"You definitely gave us our money's worth." -Ben Hayes, Director of Faculty & Staff Development

‘2010 Stage Magician of the Year’

Devin — Tue, 25 May 2010 17:49:04 +0000

I was honored to win the ‘2010 Stage Magician of the Year’ contest for Ring 129 of the International Brotherhood of Magicians.

Receiving the '2010 Stage Magician of the Year' from the IBM Ring 129 president Rod Sipe.

Thrivent Financial for Lutherans

Devin — Sat, 20 Feb 2010 07:15:15 +0000

“Devin, thank you again for making our event a big hit! I don’t remember our audience paying attention to our entertainer so well and especially wanting to talk with them! You were definitely a big hit and they are still talking about it! I’m glad you enjoyed it also! It was wonderful to have a Christian entertainer that was open about his faith (I don’t think we have ever had one before) and several mentioned that!” Debbie, Thrivent Financial for Lutherans

Debbie - Thrivent Financial for Lutherans - Awards Dinner

Blog Rewind – Danni Boatwright

Devin — Sat, 20 Feb 2010 06:27:37 +0000

I found this old pic from the first time I performed at the Big Boys Toy Show in 2004. Recognize this girl? It is Danni Boatwright. Danni was winner of my favorite reality TV show, Survivor, in the eleventh season (Guatemala). She has represented Kansas at the nationally televised Miss Teen USA and Miss USA pageants. Danni is an on air personality for 610 Sports in Kansas City and the co-host of Sports Rap every Sunday from 10:00 to noon. She also appears on The Fantasy Show on ESPN2. I see her around town every once in a while – she’s a real nice girl. (Nice tux).

Danni Boatwright