Campy Retro Fun!

King Serpent Variety Troupe is a whacky, fun for all ages romp of swashbuckling story and song.  I had the good fortune of watching and then meeting two of its members at a Melrose, MA Porchfest and later booked them, individually, as features for The Story Space, an online weekly gathering of storytellers and listeners that I help produce, host and curate.  Evident is a lot of experience, presence and playfulness in this pirate themed ensemble. Do I wholeheartedly recommend them to anyone seeking to program or indulge in such entertainment? Aye!

Bruce Marcus, The Story Space

“The King Serpent Variety Troupe recently performed at Waystone Health & Human Services, Lawrence. This was an all age event for special needs kids and adults and their parents. It was amazing!! The troupe captured their attention for the entire show!! They loved the songs, especially with audience participation, stories, and the mermaid dance was a hit with the little girls!! Can’t say enough with their ability to adapt their show to an appropriate level for our individuals. Thanks for bringing live theater to us!!”

Elizabeth Grady, ​​​​Family Support Senior Program Director, Waystone Health and Human Services, Lawrence, MA

“We had King Serpent Variety as part of an event at our house and it was a lot of fun. They were great entertainment and wouldn’t hesitate to have them again soon.”

Kristin Weekley, Wakefield Porchfest Host, 2025

“Engaging and Fun! Many thanks to the King Serpent Variety Troupe for performing at the Malden Arts & Culture Festival. Their act was unique, fun, and engaging. The audience reaction was so enthusiastic and we’d love to have them join us again for a future event.”

Jen Kuhnberg, Malden Culture Council

“Rollicking fun for all ages! The Reading Public Library hosted the King Serpent Variety Troupe in June 2025 as a first-year participant with PorchFest. King Serpent was one of four fabulous acts the library hosted that afternoon. King Serpent Variety Troupe brought music, storytelling, jokes, and fun theatrics for a lively, interactive and family-friendly hour of pure joy. Lots of laughs and merriment all around. Thanks for sharing your talents with us!”

Sara Kelso, Reading Public Library

“Prompt, Engaging and Entertaining! Arrived early. Started on time. Was wildly entertaining for the children and adults. The kids loved the pirate stories and singing. Was a novel experience for all of us here. Hope GigSalad keeps up the good work of providing this kind of quality performers!”

Joseph Gray, Malden Massachusetts, Ward 6 School Committee Member

“King Serpent Variety Troupe Rules at Pearl Street Station! Pearl Street Station Restaurant has been pleased to host this great Troupe of “Pirates” and superb actors and actresses over the past eight (8) years! Troupe Founder and CEO David Breen has a commanding presence of his audience and guests. He is arrrr-guably one (1) the most entertaining pirates that we have ever met!!! Bravo!!!! Please book David and the KSVT for your next event or fundraiser!”

Paul Solano, Manager, Pearl Street Station Restaurant

“Great stories! Our event was well-timed and planned out. Our guest told all the campers stories throughout the years. They even had the opportunity to tell stories that they had not often told before! Overall good experience with the Troupe.”

Michael Peabody, Adventure Day Camp

“Animated and entertaining…”

TripAdvisor, excerpt from a five-star review

“It was great having you guys at the museum. Everybody enjoyed your show.”

Meredith Katz, Manager, Whydah Pirate Museum

“Fabulous entertainment with professionals I’ve worked with David Breen and the King Serpent Variety Troupe in the context of community performances at Malden PorchFest and they are truly wonderful. Communication leading up to events has been consistent and professional and the performances themselves have been well attended, are fun for broad audiences and so creative. I am happy to provide a recommendation for David and King Serpent Variety Troupe.”

Sarah McDonald, Malden PorchFest, 2024