Dan Holzman and Barry Friedman are the Raspyni Brothers. Their original blend of mirth, mayhem, and madness have earned them multiple television appearances including The Tonight Show with both Johnny Carson and Jay Leno.
The Raspyni Brothers have taken their twisted brand of vaudevillian humor to over 1000 successful corporate events around the world including Monsanto, General Electric, Sprint, Toshiba, Olympus, Procter & Gamble, and Novell.
In addition to the tremendous success they enjoy in the field of corporate entertainment, the Raspyni Brothers have toured as an opening act for megastars such as Robin Williams, Billy Crystal, and Tom Jones. Other career highlights include a Presidential Command Performance at the White House, a Showtime Television Special, and an invitation from Judge Lance Ito to perform for the sequestered O.J. Simpson jury.
These two unrelated siblings have taken their twisted brand of vaudevillian humor around the world, juggling comedy and talent in a perfectly balanced entertainment package. A trademark of this magical duos collaboration is to bring everyday objects to life. Golf clubs balance in impossible configurations. Cabbages collide midair with flying blow darts while razor-sharp garden weasels fly effortlessly overhead.
Packing their time on stage with a dynamic mix of character and charisma, this exciting comedy team never fails to win over even the most hard-to-please crowd. Their show has often been described as a "sitcom with props".
Through thoughtful customization, the Raspyni Brothers brilliantly demonstrate the elements of teamwork and success through interactive programs that will educate while they entertain. In addition to their headline comedy show they offer interactive workshop packages on Total Team-Building and Juggling the Principles of Success. They also excel in their role of Masters of Ceremony, executing traditional tasks with unusual flair - a combination of variety skills, improvisational comedy, and material customized to any event.
Programs and brief descriptions:
Live with the Raspyni Brothers - In this fast-paced, visually exciting show, they combine their twisted brand of vaudevillian humor with juggling talent in a perfectly balanced entertainment package.
Masterful Masters of Ceremony - Utilizing a combination of variety skills, improvisational comedy, and material customized to any event, they execute the traditional tasks with unusual flair - very fun and different!
Total Team Building - Through thoughtful customization, the Raspyni Brothers brilliantly demonstrate the benefits of teamwork through an interactive program that will educate while it entertains.
Juggling the Principles of Success - Jam-packed with information and relentless humor, this motivation program illustrates 15 success principles, including teamwork, risk-taking, and competitive excellence.
Willy Wonka and the Art of Selling - The incredible genius of Willy Wonka and the wacky visual stunts of the Raspyni Brothers come together in a wildly creative sales program. The accessibility of this program makes it a grand slam because the audience creates the answers and solutions for themselves.