The “Spoon Man”

AT FAIRS

“Spoon Man’s unique blend of musical talent, humor and engaging audience interaction made his performance a standout attraction and offered an element of surprise to our attendees. His energy was infectious, drawing both children and adults into his world of music created from a simple set of spoons. His show not only entertained but also left a lasting impression filled with laughter, brought people together in a truly remarkable way.”

Rachel Gordon

Sales Manager, Central Washington State Fair

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When I reflect back, I’m always amazed at the appeal I have to all age groups which I literally hit ;)

When these fairgoers open the palms of their hands for a good spooning, they are offering more than just physical interaction. They are, in a way, inviting you into their world. The act of holding out their hands to be part of the performance is a gesture of trust, and in return, they receive a playful, musical connection. It’s not just about the spoons—it’s about the shared moment where their story meets mine.

Incorporating this kind of strolling entertainment, where every individual can become a part of the music, elevates the overall atmosphere of a fair or festival. By creating a personal, interactive, and fun experience, I ensure that attendees leave with lasting memories, all while having a little extra fun with spoons in their hands!

“THE SPOON MAN”

IN ACTION AT Fairs

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KIDS

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Families

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Toddlers

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Seniors

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What

Does HE Do?

He Plays with 2 ordinary household tablespoons using music & interactive comedy.
Hilarious Impressions – Elvis and A Rap-spoon player plus many more!
He creates a Mountain Band out of the Fair & Festival-goers.
He plays spoons on the hands of Fair & Festival-goers. “Everyone gets SPOONED.”
Flaming Spoons “An Entertainment First”

Jim Cruise
An Inspiring Musician, Comedian, and Keynote Speaker

Programs

Family Interactive Comedy Show
Hilarious Strolling
Stage Shows
Spoon Playing Workshops

In The News

Comedian, musician creates smiles at Elkhart County 4-H Fair

Making smiles with spoons is “The Spoon Man’s” superpower.

“I like meeting all of the people and putting smiles on people’s faces, and showing them something different that perhaps they’ve never seen before,” said The Spoon Man Jim Cruise. Cruise is performing at the Elkhart County 4-H Fair this week.

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Some Of The Nice Things

People Have Said

"The Spoon Man did a fantastic job entertaining our crowds, and was very easy to work with. We enjoyed having him at the North Carolina State Fair!!"

North Carolina State Fair - Sandra Brannen, Entertainment Coordinator

"Spoon Man, you are great, God Bless"

Country Singer - Jimmy Fortune of the Statler Brothers

"Jim, It was great working with you for 2 years in a row, as one of our strolling acts. Your brand of entertainment was unique & enjoyable for both the young & the old. I'm sure you will be hearing from us again in the near future."

Illinois State Fair - Terri Metz, Talent Coordinator

"Jim, super job. Your stage & strolling entertainment was fantastic. This was the second time you've entertained at the Decatur Celebration. I'm sure you will be hearing from us again."

Decatur Celebration - Fred Puglia

"A guy playing spoons? How can THAT draw a crowd? I will admit I was a little unsure... until I saw the huge crowd at each and every performance of the Spoon Man. When you take spoons...and then add comedy, a true musical talent, crowd participation, and a great positive message, you have a blue-ribbon winner that any fair would want to have."

Clay County Fair - Jeremy Parsons, Fair Manager

"Nice job, Spoon Man"

Country Singer - Charlie Pride

"Jim, thank you for being a part of our record breaking year at the fair. We were very pleased and will be contacting you again in the future."

Minnesota State Fair - Brian Smith, Entertainment Coordinator

"Jim, I was hoping for something a little different and your act certainly filled the bill. It was interesting to watch the people as they first saw you and the way you always attracted a crowd. Your strolling seemed to work very well. I am sure we will be seeing you next year."

Salmon-A-Rama-Robert W. Garrity, Entertainment Chairperson

"On behalf of our Fair, I would like to extend our appreciation for your participation at the 150th Hillsdale County Fair. Your program was an excellent addition to the Celebration. I appreciated your willingness to entertain and will recommend you to other fairs."

Hillsdale County Fair - Scott Dow, Manager

"I would like to express our appreciation for the role you played in making the Fair entertainment line-up a big success. Your spooning was enjoyed by fair patrons of all ages. We found the show to be especially successful as a roving act, which allowed fair-goers to interact. Thank you again, for your cooperation and effort that made the event run smoothly."

South Carolina State Fair - Brenda Brooks, Director of Entertainment

"The Spoon Man was a big hit with fair-goers both young and old at this year's Exposition. He drew a lot of media attention with his strolling on the grounds. The kids involved in the Program Discovery stage shows loved him. We wouldn't hesitate recommending him to anyone! I am sure we will be contacting him again."

National Cattle Congress - Joanne Eggleston

"The Spoon Man performed all day Monday at the Illinois State Fair, where he was mobbed by Children begging him to tap his mother's silverware on their hands."

The State Journal - Register Newspaper - Springfield IL

"Jim, I'm so glad we hooked up with you for the Mid-South Fair. Our audiences were delighted and surprised whenever they came upon you strolling the grounds. You were a particular hit at the social luncheons, where you had some of our more 'dignified' dignitaries on stage performing in your 'spoon concerts'. Not only are you a delightful entertainer, but you are flexible, which, in this business is a necessity. I wish you a successful year and hope to have you back again in the future."

Mid-South Fair - Linda P. Taylor, Entertainment Manager

"Jim, I'd like to take the opportunity to extend our sincere thanks for your contributions and good deeds helping make this another great Fair. On behalf of the 1/265,171 fair guests we'd like to let you know you were appreciated!"

The Puyallup Fair - Candace Blancher, CFE Assistant Manager

"The Spoon Man was very well received. When we book our strolling acts we are looking for professionals - performers that will put in the hours necessary to entertain as many fair-goers as possible. Most importantly, have a great time while they are doing it! The Spoon Man can deliver that type of performance."

Missouri Ozark Empire Fair - Marla Calico, CFE

"Last year I was fortunate to hear about the Spoon Man, and booked him for the first time at our Fair. I am always looking for new, diverse acts and couldn't have been more pleased. Trust me, this is more than simply a man playing the spoons. Jim has a very unique act which is high energy and incorporates excellent audience participation. Needless to say, he was a very popular part of our on-grounds entertainment."

Ohio State Fair - Brett D. Chance, Entertainment Director

"During our Spring Fair, Jim did a great job of interacting with our guests while strolling throughout the fairgrounds. Children and adults alike enjoyed watching him play the spoons, and he took the time to teach them how to use their own cheater spoons, which they got to take home. His kindness and enjoyment of his work were clearly evident to me. Jim was a great addition to our Spring Fair strolling roster."

Paige Rooney, M.A. - Exhibits Coordinator, Washington State Fair

"Jim's show was presented in the fair's free entertainment area and was very well attended and enthusiastically received by a large audience of all ages. Patrons responded that they found the show exciting, full of high energy, and very entertaining. The staff that had the opportunity to work with 'The Spoon Man' reported that Jim was very cooperative and professional in the presentation of his show at the fair. He worked to meet the needs presented to him by the fair staff."

DuQuoin State Fair - Sammye Fark, DuQuoin State Fair Manager

"Jim, thank you so much for your participation in the Bayou Boogaloo Festival. We were happy that you contributed to its success this year. We look forward to working with you again on another event."

Norfolk Festevents - Susan T. Desilets, Programming

"Jim brought a truly unique and highly engaging act to our fair that resonated with audiences of all ages. His interactive performances, humor, and undeniable talent with the spoons created a lively and memorable experience for everyone who had the chance to see him. He was not only a crowd favorite but also a joy to work with—professional, accommodating, and deeply passionate about his craft.
The energy and enthusiasm that Jim brings to his performances make him a fantastic fit for fairs and festivals across the region. We enjoyed having him as part of our 2024 Deschutes County Fair & Rodeo."

Geoff R. Hinds - Director, Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center

"A guy playing spoons? How can THAT draw a crowd? I will admit I was a little unsure... until I saw the huge crowd at each and every performance of the Spoon Man. When you take spoons...and then add comedy, a true musical talent, crowd participation, and a great positive message, you have a blue-ribbon winner that any fair would want to have."

Clay County Fair - Jeremy Parsons, Fair Manager

"Jim, It was great working with you for 2 years in a row, as one of our strolling acts. Your brand of entertainment was unique & enjoyable for both the young & the old. I'm sure you will be hearing from us again in the near future."

Illinois State Fair - Terri Metz, Talent Coordinator

"The Spoon Man was very well received. When we book our strolling acts we are looking for professionals - performers that will put in the hours necessary to entertain as many fair-goers as possible. Most importantly, have a great time while they are doing it! The Spoon Man can deliver that type of performance."

Missouri Ozark Empire Fair - Marla Calico, CFE

All Fair Reviews

"The Spoon Man did a fantastic job entertaining our crowds, and was very easy to work with. We enjoyed having him at the North Carolina State Fair!!"

North Carolina State Fair - Sandra Brannen, Entertainment Coordinator

"Jim, I'm so glad we hooked up with you for the Mid-South Fair. Our audiences were delighted and surprised whenever they came upon you strolling the grounds. You were a particular hit at the social luncheons, where you had some of our more 'dignified' dignitaries on stage performing in your 'spoon concerts'. Not only are you a delightful entertainer, but you are flexible, which, in this business is a necessity. I wish you a successful year and hope to have you back again in the future."

Mid-South Fair - Linda P. Taylor, Entertainment Manager

"The Spoon Man performed all day Monday at the Illinois State Fair, where he was mobbed by Children begging him to tap his mother's silverware on their hands."

The State Journal - Register Newspaper - Springfield IL

"Last year I was fortunate to hear about the Spoon Man, and booked him for the first time at our Fair. I am always looking for new, diverse acts and couldn't have been more pleased. Trust me, this is more than simply a man playing the spoons. Jim has a very unique act which is high energy and incorporates excellent audience participation. Needless to say, he was a very popular part of our on-grounds entertainment."

Ohio State Fair - Brett D. Chance, Entertainment Director

"Jim, It was great working with you for 2 years in a row, as one of our strolling acts. Your brand of entertainment was unique & enjoyable for both the young & the old. I'm sure you will be hearing from us again in the near future."

Illinois State Fair - Terri Metz, Talent Coordinator

"Jim brought a truly unique and highly engaging act to our fair that resonated with audiences of all ages. His interactive performances, humor, and undeniable talent with the spoons created a lively and memorable experience for everyone who had the chance to see him. He was not only a crowd favorite but also a joy to work with—professional, accommodating, and deeply passionate about his craft.
The energy and enthusiasm that Jim brings to his performances make him a fantastic fit for fairs and festivals across the region. We enjoyed having him as part of our 2024 Deschutes County Fair & Rodeo."

Geoff R. Hinds - Director, Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center

"Jim, thank you for being a part of our record breaking year at the fair. We were very pleased and will be contacting you again in the future."

Minnesota State Fair - Brian Smith, Entertainment Coordinator

"Jim, thank you so much for your participation in the Bayou Boogaloo Festival. We were happy that you contributed to its success this year. We look forward to working with you again on another event."

Norfolk Festevents - Susan T. Desilets, Programming

"The Spoon Man was very well received. When we book our strolling acts we are looking for professionals - performers that will put in the hours necessary to entertain as many fair-goers as possible. Most importantly, have a great time while they are doing it! The Spoon Man can deliver that type of performance."

Missouri Ozark Empire Fair - Marla Calico, CFE

"A guy playing spoons? How can THAT draw a crowd? I will admit I was a little unsure... until I saw the huge crowd at each and every performance of the Spoon Man. When you take spoons...and then add comedy, a true musical talent, crowd participation, and a great positive message, you have a blue-ribbon winner that any fair would want to have."

Clay County Fair - Jeremy Parsons, Fair Manager

"Jim's show was presented in the fair's free entertainment area and was very well attended and enthusiastically received by a large audience of all ages. Patrons responded that they found the show exciting, full of high energy, and very entertaining. The staff that had the opportunity to work with 'The Spoon Man' reported that Jim was very cooperative and professional in the presentation of his show at the fair. He worked to meet the needs presented to him by the fair staff."

DuQuoin State Fair - Sammye Fark, DuQuoin State Fair Manager

"I would like to express our appreciation for the role you played in making the Fair entertainment line-up a big success. Your spooning was enjoyed by fair patrons of all ages. We found the show to be especially successful as a roving act, which allowed fair-goers to interact. Thank you again, for your cooperation and effort that made the event run smoothly."

South Carolina State Fair - Brenda Brooks, Director of Entertainment

"Nice job, Spoon Man"

Country Singer - Charlie Pride

"The Spoon Man was a big hit with fair-goers both young and old at this year's Exposition. He drew a lot of media attention with his strolling on the grounds. The kids involved in the Program Discovery stage shows loved him. We wouldn't hesitate recommending him to anyone! I am sure we will be contacting him again."

National Cattle Congress - Joanne Eggleston

"During our Spring Fair, Jim did a great job of interacting with our guests while strolling throughout the fairgrounds. Children and adults alike enjoyed watching him play the spoons, and he took the time to teach them how to use their own cheater spoons, which they got to take home. His kindness and enjoyment of his work were clearly evident to me. Jim was a great addition to our Spring Fair strolling roster."

Paige Rooney, M.A. - Exhibits Coordinator, Washington State Fair

"Jim, super job. Your stage & strolling entertainment was fantastic. This was the second time you've entertained at the Decatur Celebration. I'm sure you will be hearing from us again."

Decatur Celebration - Fred Puglia

"Jim, I was hoping for something a little different and your act certainly filled the bill. It was interesting to watch the people as they first saw you and the way you always attracted a crowd. Your strolling seemed to work very well. I am sure we will be seeing you next year."

Salmon-A-Rama-Robert W. Garrity, Entertainment Chairperson

"Spoon Man, you are great, God Bless"

Country Singer - Jimmy Fortune of the Statler Brothers

"Jim, I'd like to take the opportunity to extend our sincere thanks for your contributions and good deeds helping make this another great Fair. On behalf of the 1/265,171 fair guests we'd like to let you know you were appreciated!"

The Puyallup Fair - Candace Blancher, CFE Assistant Manager

"On behalf of our Fair, I would like to extend our appreciation for your participation at the 150th Hillsdale County Fair. Your program was an excellent addition to the Celebration. I appreciated your willingness to entertain and will recommend you to other fairs."

Hillsdale County Fair - Scott Dow, Manager

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