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The Van-Dells are "The Nation's #1 Rock & Roll Review." They have been entertaining audiences of all ages with their unique blend of comedy, costume changes, choreography and tight harmonies for over 3 decades. The Van-Dells have been called "The Three Stooges set to music." There are three main characters, each bringing their own special dimension to the show. Stacy P. Todd, better known as Duke, Mark Barnett and Glenn Bowles. This fun, fast paced show begins in the 50’s and runs through the 60’s. Backed-up by a five piece band, the shows are broken into segments like a two act play. The Van-Dells begin their show representing the last graduating class of Van-Dell High School, which closed down in 1958. Dressed in letter sweaters, The Van-Dells combine comedy with songs from the Rock and Roll era of the 50's. In the second show they take the audience on a nostalgic trip through the "Glitter and Gold" period that made the 60's famous. When The Van-Dells hit the stage, it is nonstop action from start to finish. The shows are designed to please audiences of all ages. The group is completely self-contained, carrying their own lights and sound. *With The Van-Dells…“It’s our show that makes us #1!”*

Stacy P. Todd Hometown: Delta, OH. Birthday: July 19 Duke's Bio: Stacy, better known as “Duke”, is the only original member of the group that began in 1974. Duke received his nickname from performing “The Duke of Earl.” Duke is the no non-sense tough guy who never smiles and is the brunt of most of the jokes. He keeps the band in line, making sure things don’t get too out of hand and the show can continue smoothly.
Mark Barnett Hometown: Paducah, KY. Birthday: Dec. 31 Mark's Bio. Mark's Myspace Mark is the comedian and “nerd” of the group. He gives Duke a hard time throughout the comedy portions of the show. His goal is to make Duke smile. He often ad-libs; adding fresh elements of comedy to the show each night to accomplish his goal. Mark’s specialty is his Roy Orbison Medley. Mark toured for several years as a member of “The Vogues” before joining the Van-Dells in 1980.
Glenn Bowles Hometown: Middletown, OH. Birthday: Mar. 10 Glenn's Bio. Glenn's Myspace Glenn rounds out the trio as the group’s bass singer. He often gets caught in the middle of the chaos, thanks to Mark. For over a decade, he toured throughout the U.S. and Canada with his own Elvis Tribute show. Glenn won the very first “Images of the King” competition held in Memphis , TN. before joining forces with the Van-Dells in 1990. Glenn’s Neil Diamond Medley is currently featured in the show.

	MIKE Mike McGrain (Keyboards) Hometown: Urbana, OH Birthday: February, 26	KASEY Kasey Todd (Drums) Hometown: Cleves, OH. Birthday: July, 31
	BRIAN Brian Flanery (Sax) Hometown: Cincinnati, OH Birthday: May 1	JEFF Jeff Stevens (Guitar) Hometown: Florence, KY. Birthday: February 21
	SEAN Sean Eckel (Bass) Hometown: Cincinnati OH Birthday: June 2

The Van-Dells are "The Nation's #1 Rock & Roll Review." They have been entertaining audiences of all ages with their unique blend of comedy, costume changes, choreography and tight harmonies for over 3 decades. The Van-Dells have been called "The Three Stooges set to music."

With The Van-Dells…“It’s our show that makes us #1!”