ABOUT

Left of Center Productions (LOCP) is a full-service Entertainment Agency. We take the time to listen to our client’s needs to help make their event a memorable & magical experience.

We are accessible, and we follow through with your requests in a thorough, yet timely manner.

Left of Center Productions works with the most popular artists of today as well as those from the past. This covers all genres of music, comedy, guest speakers, celebrities, sports, and public figures.

We welcome the opportunity to work in tandem on all upcoming events.

We believe that our business is only as strong as our relationships! 

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RECENT TESTIMONIALs (April 2023)

Mark Gerber
Milwaukee Pride, Director of Entertainment

“Left of Center Productions is so very efficient in finding the artists within your ideal budget. I don’t think Linda and Melissa sleep because they respond to emails pretty much 24/7. I have worked with LOC for many years and could not be happier!”

Diana Rodriguez
Founder of Pride Live

“It has simply been an honor and pleasure working with Left of Center Productions over the last 10 years. They work in service to others, have the highest level of integrity, and represent their clients and brand in a way that is a model for all.”

Lauren Hogan
AIDS Healthcare Foundation, Associate Director of Communications

"Linda and Melissa are truly a joy to work and collaborate with for our events. They go the extra mile to get the job done, and consistently advocate for the mission of our organization."

Owen Mallon
Manager of Pabllo Vittar and Betty Who, Mataderjos Projects

"Left Of Center Productions have been incredible partners in navigating the Pride space with all of our artists over the years. In addition to being great partners to us on the artist side, they are very helpful with new buyers navigating working with talent for the first time, which is how they are able to bring so many new opportunities to the table. Highly recommended partners for any team!”

Larry Frazin
Manager of Macy Gray, Natalie La Rose, and Anabel Englund

"There are few agencies in this business that hustle and deliver like Left of Center Productions.  Linda Lewis and Melissa Donovan are true warriors.  They have brought opportunities in many areas of the Pride business we did not know existed. Our artists have had the luxury of knowing they follow through with details locked in stone. We are thrilled to be part of their orbit. We look forward to more collaborations in the future."  

Bradley Ehrlich
Manager of Vincint

“Working with Left of Center is like working with family. You always can trust that you’re getting the best care and representation. Linda knows this space better than anyone and is truly the master of pride around the world.”

James Washington
Executive Entertainment Career Planner of Martha Wash and First Ladies of Disco

"Left of Center Productions is the top! Linda and Melissa provide excellent service and work tirelessly to satisfy our every need. They are extremely dedicated, out-of-the-box thinkers who lead with prioritization and personalization which allows me to trust the process of our workings, something that other agencies fail to do, these days. You are in great hands when you partner with Linda and Melissa at Left of Center Productions, I guarantee."

Big Dipper
Artist

“Working with Left of Center Productions has been really fantastic! They have helped me elevate my bookings and reach new audiences. Everyone on the team is professional, caring, and works hard to ensure I’m well taken care of.”

Martha Wash
Artist

“Left of Center Productions has been a great Agency to work with. Linda Lewis and Melissa Donovan are superb and will work diligently for you. ”

Betty Who
Artist

"Left Of Center Productions has been there from the beginning of my career 10 years ago. Every album we have, they are a crucial partner in the planning with a new and creative strategy each time. Couldn’t say nicer things about the work Linda and Melissa do!”

Pabllo Vittar
Artist

"Left Of Center Productions helped us book my first North American tour ever in 2018 for 2019 Pride Festivals, when in North America very few festivals knew who I was! And now have been building 5 years later to headlining Pride Festivals in 2023!”

PAST TESTIMONIALS

Troy Williams
Executive Director, Equality Utah 

"Working with Left of Center is a dream. Year after year, they bring us phenomenal talent who enhance our mission to advance the LGBTQ community in Utah. Linda and Melissa have brought us Billy Porter, Chelsea Handler, Ana Navarro and the legendary Gloria Steinem to elevate our work. They intuitively understand our vision to create social change. They will clear away all obstacles to bring the greatest change-makers to Utah. We look forward to more collaboration in the future."  

Betty Who
Pop Artist

"Working with Linda Lewis since 2013 has been such a great experience. I've had the opportunity to play so many Pride events and festivals across the country that I will never forget."

Billy Gillman
Country Artist

"Linda Lewis is a stand-out in our industry. Not only striving for the best for her artists but also going the extra mile by being present with her artist at the venue. Making sure everything is okay and holding her ground 'til she gets it for you. That is rare. I look forward to many more endeavors with Linda."

Mike Hemmingsen
President, Grand Rapids Pride

"I have worked with Left of Center for two years and my experience with Linda and her team has been nothing short of perfect.  I have used Linda for Corporate events, Festivals and Private parties to secure speakers, music entertainers and comedians.

Linda takes ownership of all aspects of the bookings from suggestions on who will fit the demographics for your event to a final meeting after the event to make sure everything went according to the agreement.  She has provided contract assistance, negotiations and recommendations on planning.

Without hesitation I highly recommend anyone who is looking for full agency representation for all aspects of talent bookings."

Christine Kitora
Event Coordinator/ Talent Buyer, Necto Nightclub
Entertainment Director, Motor City Pride Festival
Co-Director, OUTFest
Board Member, Jim Toy Community Center
Committee Member, Detroit Symphony Orchestra
Committee Member, Hire MI Vet
AACVB Tourism Ambassador, CTA

"I have had the pleasure of working with Linda Lewis and Left of Center Productions for the last 3 years. Working with Linda is an absolute treat for me. She understands the entertainment market and is a perfectionist where it counts. One of the things I find most outstanding about her is the respect she has for her clients; she demands the best for them. I have been a talent buyer for 11 years now and I rely on her input and suggestions. She is an absolute must for any artist."

Ethan Schiff
CEO, New Torch Entertainment
Artist Manager, Betty Who

"Linda has been amazingly passionate and personable through every step of working together. She has been a critical piece of bringing in countless opportunities and performances and I look forward to continuing to work with her for my artists in the future."

Steve Grand
Artist

“I got my break in music over 5 years ago when my first self-made music video went viral, and if I’ve learned one thing, it’s how invaluable having good, honest, competent, hardworking people on your team is. Together, Linda and Melissa of Left of Center Productions have been an integral part of my team for the last 4+ years, and they have never let me down. They really believe in the artists they work with, and fight to get us the work they believe we deserve. Additionally, they put in the effort to build and maintain good relationships with the venues we book, and I know this because I always ask the venues after the fact. :) It has been such a pleasure to work with Linda and Melissa! I am incredibly grateful for all they have done for me.”

Nils Gums
Artist Manager, The Complex Group (Karmin)

“I first started working with Linda Lewis over 3 years ago when exclusively booking my clients' LGBT/Pride Festivals through her, but have since expanded our bookings far beyond that community. Linda is a rockstar and one of the most passionate, fair and savvy buyers I have worked with in this industry. She has access to most every artist, agent and manager in the US music business."

Matthew Landis
Director, Utah Pride Festival

“I have worked for many years now with Linda Lewis in procuring entertainment for our large outdoor festival.  We are a non-profit with a tight budget that has to stretch out over several days. Because of her we have had some stellar performers that I don’t think we could have otherwise had.  Her enthusiasm for her work is infectious.  She is fast and furious, always returning calls and bringing us good information on a quick timeline.  She always goes the extra mile for us as well as the talent. Everybody is happy. 

I get inundated with phone calls and information from agents who want to work with us, but none of them have what Linda does.  She delivers the good."

Danny Epperson
Board Member, Entertainment Chair, Hampton Roads Pride

"If there is anyone who is an agent industry leader with the extensive knowledge needed to raise your event to the next level, it's Linda Lewis. Linda will walk you through from concept to fulfillment to ensure the best event possible. It's so very important to work with someone with such skills and ability when working with such big budgets.  It also instills trust. Linda helps you to navigate through often complex management relationships and explain each step thoroughly. Her friendly, can-do attitude truly delivers.