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The Fun Department

The Fun Department

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About

I am a very long-time, very experienced Actress (stage, including National Tour with the Broadway Shows "HAiR", and "LET MY PEOPLE COME", and film and TV - currently working on Apple TV Series "SERVANT"), Singer, Comedian, Celebrity Impersonator and TV & Radio Host. From the moment I realized my initials were "HAM", I knew I was destined for a career in show business. In addition to my lengthy and varied performance career, in order to keep myself fit to do my gigs and to help others maintain the stamina and energy required to be a professional performer, I became a Certified Personal Trainer and Zumba Instructor. As such, I have worked with all ages and types, and have had significant success in working wth people with intellectual and physical disabilities.

See Helene in action on: www.almostcher.com www.almostjoan.com www.thefundepartment.com https://www.facebook.com/AlmostCher https://www.linkedin.com/in/helene-masiko-a6953018/

I have always believed and preached that 'If you find something you love to do and do it well, you will never work a day in your life.' Now, this is not to say that I don't work hard. The thing is that I love what I do. I have the privelege of going to fabulous events and being on film sets (to which I probably wouldn't have otherwise been invited). I get to make people laugh, forget their troubles and help them escape reality. I get applause and praise. And I get paid for it. Bascally, I have fun for a living. Life is good!

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Highlights

Hired 3 times
5 employees
49 years in business
Serves Woodbury , NJ
Offers online services

Payment methods

Cash, Check, Venmo, Paypal

Social media

Specialties

Subject

Reading, Essay writing, Creative writing, Handwriting, Spelling, Grammar, Learning English as a 2nd language

Grade level

Pre-kindergarten, Elementary school, Middle school, High school, College / graduate school, Adult learner

Photos and videos

  • Helene as "Almost CHER"
  • Helene as "Almost JOAN RIVERS"
  • Helene & Joe - "JEEZ!" Duo
  • Helene as "Almost JOAN RIVERS"
  • Helene as Mermaid
  • Helene as Mermaid

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    Bernadene P.

    Helene, Rod & Crew, You were a huge HIT in Albany, the concensus was, you rocked.! Happy Holidays,
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    January 19, 2021
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    Glen R.

    Hi Helene,
    What can I say????What a FABULOUS party last Saturday night and only because of you.
    The guests were blown away at Cher and thought your show was over the top! It certainly made for a most memorable Birthday Party and I can say with certainty that it wouldnt have been a party without you performing.
    Thank you again!
    Lets keep in touch,
    Michelle Rivara February 16, 2008
    I saw the real Cher three years ago. You (Helene) were better!
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    January 19, 2021
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    William S.

    Please feel free to send this to everyone or anyone who may be considering hiringThe (almost) Cher Show. I cant thank you enough for the exceptional job that you and your staff did in making our corporate Christmas party a huge success.Our employees are still talking about it and will be for a long time.Your entire team as not only courteous, professional, reliable and easy to work with, they were just plain nice, friendly people.On a scale from 1 to 10, the entire show was a 10. Your performance and routine was remarkable as well as your interaction with the guests.It is uncanny the resemblance you have to Cher, and your singing voice is truly amazing in her likeness. I really cant say enough about how much FUN it really was.Hope to work with you again in the future.
    Thanks again!
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    January 08, 2021
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    Chenoa S.

    Your performance is just AWESOME! I saw your show in Delaware city for Delaware City Day and I was amazed.I got a lot of good pics too. If you want I can send them to you-just let me know.Who knows maybe you can use them.
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    January 08, 2021
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    Michelle R.

    The guests were blown away at Cher and thought your show was over the top! It certainly made for a most memorable Birthday Party and I can say with certainty that it wouldnt have been a party without you performing.
    Thank you again!
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    January 08, 2021
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    Robert S.

    I wanted to thank you for the wonderful job/performance you, Jeff and your son did. I was truly happy with how the evening worked out and certainly you were a major reason the evening was so successful and special.
    A Happy Holiday to you and your family.
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    January 08, 2021

    Frequently asked questions

    We start with an interview to find out what the prospective student is looking to do, whether it be to pursue a career in film or stage, or simply to become a more confident and competent public speaker and communicator. We will then get to work on taking the steps and doing the exercises to hone skills, improve communicative ability and to help the student achieve his/her goals.

    Many years (decades) of formal and on the job training and professional performance in every facet of show business, including theater, film, tv, radio and live corporate and open-to-the public performances.
    Pricing for individual (one-on-one) instruction/coaching is $50 per hour.
    Requested by others starting out in the industry to give advice and guidance based on my many years (decades) of training and experience. Seemed like the next sensible, logical step was to begin sharing my wealth of knowledge and experience as well as my extraordinary communication skills with others to help them begin their journey into the wonderful world of show business or just to become more comfortable and confident in their work, education or personal lives.
    Beginning actors, somewhat experienced actors looking to go the next level, students hoping to become more comfortable and able to give oral reports, business people trying to gain more confidence on job interviews and in giving presentations and every day people hoping to become more comfortable and confident in their every day lives communicating with family friends and even on dates.
    Very proud of my young student who came to me to learn to become more confident and animated in performance as an outstanding musician. He is now touring and doing music festivals and has received a full scholarship to Juliard.
    Call me. I can help you overcome fears, anxiety and discomfort speaking or performing in front of others. Whether you are hoping for a career in the performing arts or just looking to be more confident giving oral reports in school, presentations at work, interacting with the public in your workplace or just be more at ease on a first date my instruction and guidance, based on many years of training and professional experience can help you.
    What are your goals? Past experience? Fears? Hopes & Dreams? What has or has not worked for you in the past?

    Services offered

    Acting
    Voice Acting
    Public Speaking
    Reading
    Modeling
    Speech
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