Ben Vereen
Keynote Speaker: Tony Award-Winning Actor, Arts Advocate, Broadway Star
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Categories:Inspirational, Black Heritage, Diversity & Inclusion, Television & Film, Acting, Entertainers, Performing Arts, Music, Health, Diabetes, College, Creativity, Civil Rights, Social Activism, Personal Growth, Empowerment, Overcoming Adversity, Motivational, Literary, Celebrity, Philanthropy, Non-Profit, Black History Month, Entertainment, Culture
Ben Vereen Biography
Ben Vereen is an award-winning entertainer renowned for his multifaceted career spanning Broadway, television, and film. With seminal roles in productions such as "Pippin," which earned him Tony and Drama Desk Awards for "Best Actor in a Musical," Vereen has significantly impacted the theater world. His Broadway engagements also include "Wicked," "Jesus Christ Superstar," "Chicago," and "Hair," among others. On screen, he is recognized for his portrayal of Chicken George in the landmark miniseries "Roots" and has appeared in films like "Top Five" and "Time Out of Mind." Vereen's recent television work includes series regular roles in "B Positive" and multiple episodes of "The Good Fight" on CBS.
Vereen's ongoing commitment to the arts extends beyond performances, as he remains a vocal advocate for arts education and the importance of cultural institutions. His advocacy includes active membership in Americans for the Arts and support for the National Endowment for the Arts. During the pandemic, Vereen led a successful virtual masterclass series, supported various organizations, and performed in the Juneteenth celebration in Times Square. He continues to captivate audiences with his concert act, Steppin’ Out with Ben Vereen, praised for its compelling blend of Broadway and classic song tributes. Additionally, Vereen starred in the recent limited series "THE GRAY HOUSE," produced by notable figures Kevin Costner and Morgan Freeman, and premiered at the Monte Carlo Television Festival.
Vereen's humanitarian efforts are equally notable, having been recognized with several awards including the Sidney Poitier Lifetime Achievement Award from the National Black Theatre Festival, the Juneteenth Legacy Award from The Broadway League, and the Hero Award from the First Responders Children's Foundation, all in 2022. His distinguished contributions have also earned him honorary doctorates from institutions such as the University of Arizona, Emerson College, and Columbia College in Chicago, and induction into both the Theatre and Dance Halls of Fame. Through his performances, masterclasses, and public speaking, Ben Vereen continues to inspire and educate, leveraging his platform to champion the transformative power of the arts.
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Ben Vereen Speaking Topics
Ben Vereen, who played “Chicken George” in the iconic miniseries Roots, talks about history through the lens of shooting Roots as well as through the scope of where black history is today.
In schools today there is a lack of black history, claims Ben Vereen. Join him as he poses the question, “How do we hold on to our heritage?”
Vereen explores the past and the present, discussing the youth of the black history movement.
Ben’s personal journey through recovering from a near fatal accident.
Life Begins as a Senior Citizen
Substance Abuse
The Arts and Education
Diabetes: Taking Control & Living Your Life
Overcoming Adversity
Inspiring You to be All that You Are
The Art and Understanding of Physical and Occupational Therapy
A Journey to Broadway (with accompanist)
Ben Vereen Videos
How do I book Ben Vereen to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Ben Vereen for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Ben Vereen, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Ben Vereen or any other speaker of your choice.
How much does it cost to book Ben Vereen for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Ben Vereen, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Ben Vereen are $20,000 - $30,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Ben Vereen, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
What topics does Ben Vereen speak about?
Ben Vereen is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Inspirational, Black Heritage, Diversity & Inclusion, Television & Film, Acting, Entertainers, Performing Arts, Music, Health, Diabetes, College, Creativity, Civil Rights, Social Activism, Personal Growth, Empowerment, Overcoming Adversity, Motivational, Literary, Celebrity, Philanthropy, Non-Profit, Black History Month, Entertainment and Culture.
Where does Ben Vereen travel from?
Ben Vereen generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
Who is the agent for Ben Vereen?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Ben Vereen for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Ben Vereen for your next private or corporate function.
What is a full-service speaker booking agency?
AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Ben Vereen or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?
If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
Ben Vereen is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Inspirational, Black Heritage and Diversity & Inclusion. The estimated speaking fee range to book Ben Vereen for live events is $20,000 - $30,000, and for virtual events $10,000 - $20,000. Ben Vereen generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Hill Harper, Issa Rae and Rita Moreno. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Ben Vereen for an upcoming event.
SPEAKING TOPICS
Ben Vereen Speaking Topics
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From Roots to Now
Ben Vereen, who played “Chicken George” in the iconic miniseries Roots, talks about history through the lens of shooting Roots as well as through the scope of where black history is today.
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Holding On to Our Heritage
In schools today there is a lack of black history, claims Ben Vereen. Join him as he poses the question, “How do we hold on to our heritage?”
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Black History in Youth
Vereen explores the past and the present, discussing the youth of the black history movement.
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Learning to Live Again
Ben’s personal journey through recovering from a near fatal accident.
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Additional Topics
Life Begins as a Senior Citizen
Substance Abuse
The Arts and Education
Diabetes: Taking Control & Living Your Life
Overcoming Adversity
Inspiring You to be All that You Are
The Art and Understanding of Physical and Occupational Therapy
A Journey to Broadway (with accompanist)
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Ben Vereen Videos
NEWS
Ben Vereen News
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Ben Vereen lends his star power and voice to "We Sing for Ukraine"
One of Broadway's biggest stars is speaking out - and singing - to show support for Ukrainians. Ben Vereen told CBS2's Dave Carlin how he's helping. Vereen, the stage and screen star, is back in Midtown. He's just finished season two of the CBS sitcom "B Positive" which films in Los Angeles. Every chance he gets, he races here. "This is the heart, pulse of the nation right here," Vereen said.
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Ben Vereen On His Decision To Promote Arts Education At The DNC
We need our creative thinking people in politics, in corporations to think on the up , rather than the down.”
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How do I book Ben Vereen to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Ben Vereen for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Ben Vereen, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Ben Vereen or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Ben Vereen for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Ben Vereen, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Ben Vereen are $20,000 - $30,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Ben Vereen, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent. -
What topics does Ben Vereen speak about?
Ben Vereen is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Inspirational, Black Heritage, Diversity & Inclusion, Television & Film, Acting, Entertainers, Performing Arts, Music, Health, Diabetes, College, Creativity, Civil Rights, Social Activism, Personal Growth, Empowerment, Overcoming Adversity, Motivational, Literary, Celebrity, Philanthropy, Non-Profit, Black History Month, Entertainment and Culture. -
Where does Ben Vereen travel from?
Ben Vereen generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Ben Vereen?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Ben Vereen for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Ben Vereen for your next private or corporate function. -
What is a full-service speaker booking agency?
AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Ben Vereen or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us. -
Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?
If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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