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Who is Jimmy Flynn?
There is only one rule at a Jimmy Flynn show – have a good
time.
And Jimmy is happy to report that everyone at his shows follows
that rule.
“If there is one thing people have in common, it’s
the need to laugh,” says Jimmy. “I know it’s been
said many times, but I really believe that laughter is the best
medicine. I know it works for me, and so far, it works for my audiences.
When people come to my show, they have a good time.”
Jimmy has been in the “good time” business for over
30 years. He has given thousands of performances to audiences as
diverse as his material. One day, he’s entertaining executives
at a corporate retreat, the next day he’s leading a chorus
of ten thousand foot-stomping fans in a packed stadium. No matter
who they are, or what sort of a day they’ve had, as long as
they follow his one rule, they have fun.
"I never get tired of people telling me how much fun they
had at one of my shows,” says Jimmy. “That’s what
keeps me going. If I can brighten somebody’s day, or help
them forget what was bothering them when they came in, then I’m
happy.” Theses days, Jimmy is a very happy guy. His down-home
music always strikes the right chord with his audiences, and his
stand-up comedy is fast-paced and hilarious. There’s never
a dull moment at a Jimmy Flynn show.
Sometimes the best prescription your doctor could give you is a
good dose of laughter. Whether it’s at a live performance,
watching his videos or listening to one of his many taped performances,
that’s what you get with Jimmy Flynn. You might want your
doctor nearby to help you with the stitches he will leave you in.
That’s because having a good time is what Jimmy Flynn is
all about.
Joanne Clancy, host of CBC Radios Maritime Magazine, featured Jimmy
in this 30-minute piece that was originally broadcast on May 20,
2001. You can listen to the entire broadcast by downloading this
interview, or by visiting the CBC Web site at: http://novascotia.cbc.ca/radio/maritimemagazine/archives/archive34.html
- this story was produced by Don Munro of the CBC.
Testimonials
Sunrise House for youth at risk
"Thank you so much for supporting our annual fundraiser "Homeless for a Night."
(The event went well this year and raised over $14,000.00 to go towards programs
and operations for the Youth Shelter!) We got great reviews because of your performance!"...
Someh Niengor, Development Director
Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum
"I have seen you perform on several occasions, going back some twenty plus years.
We had nothing but good comments about your show on Saturday. A few mentioned that
they had been to many CIM functions, but never was entertained like this.
"... Wayne Hickey, CIM
Leigon
"Thank you very much for the good time las night at the Oromocto
Leigon. My wife and I had the greatest time. We bought a lot of your goods
and I will be very proud to wear your T-shirt in Japan. You are the greatest"
... Terry Evans
AMJ Campbell Van Lines
"I wanted to take this opportunity to extend our sincere thanks
for your performance at our Lobster Super at the Waterfront Warehouse.
Overall, this was the highest rated event of our National Management
Meeting this year!"... Kim Boydell, Meeting Coordinator
Ontario Construction Secretariat
"Thank you! Thank You! Thank you! Words cannot express how
absolutely delighted we were with your performance at the Ontario
Construction Secretariat's 9th Annual Conference held recently in
Windsor, Ontario."... Robyn Connelly, Special Events Coordinator
Maine Better Transportation Association
"I want to express my sincere gratitude for the sensational
show you put on for the Maine Better Transportation Association
at our September conference in St. Andrews. Our 250 attendees gave
you and your performance the highest possible rating!" ...
Maria R. Fuentes, Executive Directory
Canadian Association of Chemical Distributors
"I have received much more than the usual amount of positive
feedback from representatives of our Canadian member companies as
well as from representatives of member companies of NACD (our sister
association in the United States) and I can confirm that they were
all sincere in their evaluations of your show." ... Cathy Campbell,
Executive Assistant
Happy Anniversary Couple
On Friday June 1st, my husband and I had tickets to the Jimmy Flynn
comedy show at Casino Nova Scotia. We really enjoyed the sold out
show. Jimmy is from this area and is the best in his field of comedy.
He captured the full attention of his audience and had everyone
laughing the whole time. Jimmy invited his wife on stage and they
sang together. Afterwards, I met his wife who is also a Maritimer
with a great sense of humor. She was selling hats, T-shirts and
tapes of Jimmy’s past performances. I bought a T-shirt with
Jimmy's logo on it. We also had a great time playing the slots at
the Casino; my husband won $100 and I lost $60. We celebrated our
30th Wedding Anniversary that night and plan to celebrate it the
same way next year. The Casino is an amazing place and the staff
are the best.
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