Our Team Makes Us LEGENDARY!
Mitch Thomas started as a musician at an early age and has been playing in, booking and managing bands since 1985. He has also worked as a Talent Buyer. It's these key components that sets Mitch apart from his competition. His profession has taken him to both sides of the music scene, so he actually understands the needs of everyone involved.
Mitch is also a creative mind when it comes to planning events. Small to large, simple to complex, he can sit with a Board the Directors or a Bride & Groom and get the same incredible results! He has a knack for coming up with something that makes each event something to remember. Mr. Thomas is also an Ordained Minister and can officiate your wedding, baptism, funeral etc. Let Mitch make your event dreams a reality!!
MITCH THOMAS
John Stuart is on board as an Executive Agent / Producer. Voted one of the most celebrated Producers of the past 100 years, creator of "Legends in Concert", father of the impersonation / tribute world and has a star on the Las Vegas Walk of Fame.
John has become a legend in his own time. Stuart first brought Legends in Concert to the stage in Imperial Palace on May 5th 1983. It since has become the longest continuously running show on the planet! His success has enabled him to produce like shows all over the world.
John’s choice to come aboard with us further solidifies Legendary Events and Entertainment / Faux Music has one of the top agencies in the country for Impersonators and Tribute Acts.
JOHN STUART
SHARLENE LUPTON
Sharlene Lupton: “Shar” is our ninja. She has 20 years of Event experience. Growing up in a musical family and being an entertainer herself Shar understands all sides of the business. She handles Event Coordination, Music Production and Management.
Ms. Lupton has specialized in Corporate, Celebrity and Non-Profit events but can obviously handle anything anyone throws at her. Shar has been the “secret weapon” for 100’s of clients throughout the years. Let her show you what LEGENDARY really means!
Candice Hickman-Rees: Always the life of the party from a young age, Candice Rees has been passionate about bringing people together through celebrations for as long as she can remember. From Birthdays to Weddings, Super Bowl extravaganzas and every holiday in-between. If there is a party, Candice is going to plan it. Wife and mother of two, Candice believes that every moment can be celebrated with a creative touch. Candice has gained experience and accolades through her seven years working in the event industry, from planning catered dinner parties, wine and paint workshops, book signings at her local neighborhood wine bar, to working with Hollywood socialites in luxurious rooftop venues. No matter the occasion, quaint to extravagant, Candice Rees coordinates with excellence, efficiency and excitement!
CANDICE HICKMAN-REES
TRACY PALMERE-ARIFF
Tracy Palmere/Ariff is the daughter of a well-known jazz trumpet player and was drawn into the behind the scenes aspect of music when she was 17 years old. She began going to clubs and sitting back with the sound tech, observing and learning everything she could about what goes on behind the scenes. She booked her first local band when she was 17.
Tracy represented and booked Where Angels Suffer. Where Angels Suffer was comprised of Stet Howland, Chris Holmes and Randy Piper from W.A.S.P. along with Steve Unger from Metal Church and Rich Lewis from Animal. Tracy has also booked Preacher Stone who contributed music to the “Sons of Anarchy”. In addition, she booked Swamp da Womp and Skinny Molly. Tracy has also worked with the late Jimi Jamison, Glenn Leonard, Robin Zander, Michael Allman, Sheena Brook (The Voice), Great White, Quiet Riot, Kip Winger, Jackyl, Uncle Kracker, Lita Ford, Puddle of Mudd, Everclear, Brett Michaels Band, The Outlaws, Molly Hatchet, Georgia Satellites, Stephen Pearcy Band.
Tracy handles some of the booking, hospitality and all things done behind the scenes for crowds ranging from 100-400,000.