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10 Tips for Booking Entertainment for a Corporate Event

Finding entertainment for a corporate convention, holiday party or conference can seem like a overwhelming task. There are literally thousands of excellent, good, and down right horrible corporate entertainers available. This list will give you some advice on how to narrow down your search and find entertainment that will help make your event a success!

#10 – PLAN EARLY. The most popular corporate entertainers book up very quickly for popular dates. During the corporate holiday party season (Nov-Jan), entertainers can begin to book up over a year in advance. Avoid disappointment and start looking for entertainment as soon as you know the date of your corporate event.

#9 – KNOW WHAT YOU WANT (AND MORE IMPORTANTLY, WHAT YOUR AUDIENCE WANTS). You can make your search for an entertainer easier if you have an idea of the type of entertainment that would work well for your group. Popular corporate entertainment includes:

COMEDY – Comedy acts can be a great way to get your group laughing together. Comedy acts don’t have to be just stand-up comedians. Many corporate comedy acts blend magic, juggling, or other variety performances into their comedy show. This variety helps insure that there is something for everyone in the performance.

No matter what type of comedy act your choose, be sure that the comedy is going to be appropriate for your group. Many comedians have different ideas on what “clean comedy” is, so be sure to ask for a demo video to preview the show (see #1 below!)

MUSIC – Many headline singers and bands are available for corporate events.

MAGIC – There are many different styles of corporate magicians and corporate magic shows. Some magicians offer strolling magic (going table to table at your event), some perform large illusion show with special effects and a cast of dancers, others specialize in comedy magic that gets your audience laughing in involved. Whatever styles of corporate entertainment you are looking for, be sure to find a magician who specializes in only that style. There are magicians you will tell you that they do everything – illusions, comedy, strolling, but that is because they are not proficient at any specific style, so all their shows are usually only mediocre. For the best possible show, hire a professional corporate magician who specializes in one style of magic. These performers will be the best in their field in illusion, comedy, or sleight-of-hand because that is all they do.

HYPNOSIS – Hypnotists can be great for the right group. Hypnotist shows are very interactive and require a very outgoing and uninhibited group to really be successful.

#8 – BOOK DIRECTLY WITH THE ENTERTAINER TO SAVE MONEY AND HEADACHES. If you book your corporate entertainment directly through the entertainer, you will save money on entertainment. Most corporate entertainment agencies add an additional 15-35% to an entertainer’s fee. By booking a corporate entertainer direct, you also have the convenience of being able to talk with the entertainer (or their office staff) about any questions or concerns. Most corporate entertainment agencies will not let you talk with the entertainer until the day of the show. By booking direct, you can be guaranteed that there are no miscommunications about the performance. You can find direct contact information for entertainers by doing an internet search for “corporate entertainers”, “california comedian”, etc.

#7 – PLAN A REALISTIC BUDGET. The old adage, “you get what you pay for”, applies to entertainment as well. The entertainment is not a place to save a few dollars. You would never cut corners on the food you would feed your guests, and should never cut corners on the entertainment. Bad entertainment can ruin an event just as quickly as bad food. You are not going to be able to get a GOOD quality corporate entertainer to do a show for $400. Fees for a TOP QUALITY, professional corporate entertainer will range from $1500 – $100,000 + depending on the size of the show and the performer’s experience and reputation.

#6 – KNOW THE PERFORMER’S EXPERIENCE. You want a corporate entertainer who primarily entertainers for corporate audiences. Don’t be afraid to ask questions… Is the performer a full-time entertainer? Have they performed at events like yours in the past? Do they have letters of recommendation and reviews from past clients for you to read?

#5 – IF YOU HAVE A SPECIAL REQUEST….ASK! Many entertainers are happy to customize part of their performance for your event. If you have a special request in mind, be sure to discuss this with the performer at the time of booking.

#4 – DISCUSS SET-UP REQUIREMENTS BEFORE BOOKING. Set-up need for entertainers vary greatly. Some can perform in the corner of a room with just a microphone, some need a minimum stage area and special sound and lighting equipment. Be sure that your venue will be able to meet your entertainer’s set-up needs prior to booking.

#3 – LEAVE YOUR GUESTS WANTING MORE. 90 minutes of entertainment may sound like a great idea when you are planning your corporate event, but most audiences do not want to sit through a 90 minute show. A longer show does NOT equal better show. Even the TOP comedians and entertainers in the WORLD (Jerry Seinfeld, Jay Leno, etc) only perform 60-75 minute shows. Professional entertainers and corporate event planners agree that a good length for most corporate live entertainment is 35-50 minutes. It is always better to leave your audience excited and wanting more…rather than having them get tired and start looking at the watch.

#2- KNOW WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE FEE. There are travel expenses associated with hiring national entertainers for your corporate party. Many entertainers include the travel expenses into their performance fee and for some travel will be an additional expense. Be sure to know what is included in the fee you are quoted to avoid any unexpected (and potentially expensive!) surprises.

#1 – MOST IMPORTANTLY – ALWAYS ASK TO SEE A DEMO VIDEO. A demo video is the only way you can truly judge whether a corporate entertainer will be right for your company party. The demo video should be short highlights of the segments of an entertainer’s show. The video should be filmed in front of a live audience so you can see how a real audience reacts to the show. If an entertainer’s video is nothing but split-second clips and flashy graphics set to music, then they are probably trying to cover for an inadequate performance – or worse, it could mean that they have NEVER even performed in front of a real audience.

RECOMMENDED CORPORATE ENTERTAINERS:

http://www.chrislinn.com – AMERICA’S MAGICAL FUNNYMAN, Chris Linn has a high-energy show that is a blend of CLEAN comedy, magic, and audience interaction. Named a “best bet” for corporate entertainment by MSNBC.

http://www.jimoakley.com – Jim Oakley is a comedy juggler who regularly opens for national acts. He has a classic vaudeville-style show.

http://www.jimgaffigan.com – Jim is a nationally recognized stand-up comedian who is known for his clean comedy. He regularly appears on Conan O’Brien and has made numerous appearances on Comedy Central.

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People from throughout the world favors entertainment, as the life gets busy and hectic, entertainment is required more for the change in mood and for the refreshing of mind. Entertainment is a part of life no matter what shapes it has to every individual. People have different taste of entertainment; it varies from games to music for all age groups.

A lot of places are meant for the entertainment purpose of the people, kids have different and adults have different. Entertainment mode is also changed; it is now served in the form of packages for different age groups. Many cities are famous for their outstanding entertainment. When it comes to Internet, there is a world of entertainment and the entertainment related topics. The online games, shopping, bars, club info, music and videos are great source of entertainment. Internet if not gives entertainment but serves a lot of information regarding any type of entertainment like that of vacation planning, clubs, theatres, movies, videos, amusement parks, sports, fashion, etc that all makes the mind clean of worries and stress.

The entertainment like food, dining outside, sports, tours and trips is also a fantastic way of entertainment for this the internet gets you the utmost knowledge you need or want to know of any place, thing or activity. The entertainment article reviews of many activities that inform a lot of any entertainment source. Many people give time to themselves in their holidays or leisure time and many want to spend it with their beloved ones and sometimes entertainment counts a lot with family and friends. The entertainment article not only gives knowledge of anything but it also guides how one can spend leisure time in best entertainment.

The entertainment articles are information giving and matters a lot to the interested one. The entertainment includes reading as well; a lot of reading stuff of famous authors for novels, dramas, facts and past historical stories are all found on Internet. The entertainment articles present new stories and experience counters of people of different regions. Many people tend to learn music and other specific creative jobs like arts, sports and other things in their leisure time, for this entertainment articles are best source for guidance. Entertainment articles are all about new offers and upcoming sources of different disciplines people love to know. Entertainment means a lot to all people and it is best available on Internet by giving full familiarity of sources to its readers.

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With the costs of entertainment soaring, American families are changing their entertainment strategy.
It will cost almost $50 just for the tickets for a family of 6 to go see a movie.
Then they easily spend $50 at the concession stand. Almost $100 for a family of 6 to go to the movie theater? WOW!

More and more families are choosing to spend their entertainment dollar at home in the form of a fully equipped game room.
Not only do they get their money’s worth in entertainment, they are also adding tremendous value to their home.
A game room in your home is a very strong selling point. Many families are converting unused space in their home into game
rooms that are equipped with a variety of table games such as Billiard and/or Foosball tables. Most will also include
a top notch Video Game System such as a Wii, Xbox360, or a Playstation III in their game room. Many sports fans add to the
ambiance of their game room with a wide screen HDTV to view their favorite sports teams on in a pub-like setting. But, without
being surrounded by a bunch of drunks. Add in a nice HiFi Stereo System, and you have created a perfect entertainment zone in
your home.

But, the entertainment doesn’t have to be confined within your home. Inflatable Bounce Rooms are rapidly increasing in popularity
among families with younger children. Inflatable Bounce Rooms are the safe alternative to trampolines. They set up and inflate in
just a few minutes. Children love them and spend hour upon hour jumping and romping around in them. This is healthy and safe and
entertaining exercise.

Almost all of the families that have shifted their entertainment dollar from external entertainment to in home entertainment, have
realized how much money they were throwing away with very little return on their money. A game room is an investment that will pay
dividends over and over for years and years. A well set up game room provides a sanctuary of safe entertainment. With fun activities
readily available, your children will tend to stay home more often where you know they are safe. Most often, your children’s friends
will want visit your children in your home. While this can sometimes get a little annoying, you will know where your children are.

You will probably also find that your friends will want to spend a lot of time at your house also. This will save you gas. Your
friends will come to you, rather than you going to your friends.

The only remaining question is:

What are you waiting for? Save money! Create a game room in your home and make your house the neighborhood hot spot!

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In today’s modern world, the entertainment center have become a common sight in our homes. Home audio and video equipment give you the home theater experience, but it’s the enter. center that makes the room. Home entertainment centers give you the flexibility of decorating your room in any style you desire. However, as common as entertainment centers are today, they still can cost you a pretty penny. That’s why it just might be wise to search for a used entertainment center.

How to Find a Reliable Used Entertainment. center?

When shopping for a used entertainment centers, it’s very important to know the numerous kinds of entertainment centers available in the market. Prices of most new models can be very high and beyond the reach of budget-conscious buyers. However, a used entertainment center does come with some possible problems and Issues.

Where to Look

For starters, you can look in the classified ads in the paper or online. You’ll be surprised how many people are getting rid of their used entertainment center. And most aren’t getting rid of it because it’s broke or old. For many, they’re moving out of state or into a smaller apartment where the cost and effort to move their entertainment center doesn’t make it a practical move at all. Thrift stores and garage sales are also great places to search. Although there’s no guarantee the corner garage sale will have the ideal used entertainment center for you, it’s still worth a look.

What to Look for

Surface Damage

Check for any surface damage, scratches, chips, and so forth. You want to make sure that the entertainment center is in decent condition. You also want to remove any tape that may be hiding surface damage. A good inspection before you buy will save you the pain and sorrow of realizing you bought a hunk of junk later.

Structural Integrity

The cabinet should be sturdy and should not wobble when rocked. Check all the drawers, the cabinets, any slide outs and any other components to make sure everything is working and nothing is cracked. Doors should fit well and should not have any visible gaps. They should open easily and should not squeak or rub. Also, be sure to check out all the options that are available for doors in the EC before you purchase one.

Aesthetic Appeal

Don’t get a used EC that is way too big for your place or might look awkward or ‘out of place’ in your living room. Instead, get something which can fit in your room and can easily get in through your front door, thus eliminating scratches or dents in the process. Just because it’s a deal, doesn’t mean it will compliment your decor. Buying a used entertainment center is no different than buying a used car. You want to inspect it front top to bottom, give it a test drive (a.k.a. slide all the drawers out and open all the doors), and then haggle for the best deal possible.

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Ideas For Entertainment on Valentines Day

Valentines Day is one that many people look forward to. This is mainly because it is a day of great fun and entertainment. There are so many people that continue to make the day more special every year. The day is not an ordinary one because it is set aside to celebrate and rekindle love in people. Therefore, it calls for entertainment. To have fun on this day is what all people with a heart to love should do. However, it is vital to keep in mind that having fun has its own limits. There are so many people who continue to make the mistake of having fun while hurting them. For example, getting high on harmful drugs is a sick idea of fun. When you want entertainment, you look for something that will leave you in one piece. Therefore, entertainment on Valentines Day should be safe. When you are safe, you will definitely be happier with your life. This is not to say that you do not go wild. Go wild with all good things. For example, if you have never stood up before people, it is a good time to think karaoke. Good and clean entertainment on Valentines Day is what all people need.

Entertainment on Valentines Day will be determined by the kind of things you love. For example, if you are a soccer fan, it is time to buy tickets for the valentine’s match that will be playing near you. Keep in mind that entertainment to different people can mean different things. What will make one happy might not make the other happy. For couples considering entertainment on Valentines Day, it is probably a good thing to compromise. This is the time to look for something that will work for both of you. In many instances, couples give up their idea of entertainment to enjoy the company of each other. They also take the time to come up with their very own entertainment. Your lover is a person who should be your focus on this special day. For this reason, you have to do things for each other. Celebrate love together and you will be entertained. Lovers can also go down memory lane and rekindle some of those lost frames; there is nothing more entertaining than this.

Entertainment on Valentines Day for your children needs to be very creative if they are going to enjoy themselves. Consider their ages and make sure that everyone is happy. There is nothing more interesting than having all the right information in regard to suitable entertainment for your kids. Let this information come from the children. Younger kids will be happy to play with others while bouncing on castles. Teenage kids might want to go out with their boyfriends and so on. Kids should have their fair share of entertainment so that they can fully be happy on this special day of love. Keep in mind that good entertainment will always leave you refreshed and happy to face the future.

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Even without an HDTV signal though, HDTVs improve the viewing experience anyway due to the increased resolution of the screen, making even normal television signals appear sharper and smoother. Many people live too far out of town to get cable, so for years they were stuck with antennas for their source of television signals. Satellite TV systems handle a number of tasks, including communicating with a satellite 22,000 miles above the earth’s surface, unscrambling and encrypted signals, converting the signal into analog or HDTV format as needed by the TV set and splitting out one channel at a time so that the viewer receives only that satellite television channel they are seeking.

These receivers also permit pausing live television and video recording. HDTV or, High Definition Television is the new generation of TV, and is capable of displaying analog signals as well as those that are digital in nature. A flat panel television is a lightweight television set that hangs from the wall or ceiling and only three or four inches thick.

This innovative technology dominates the television market and they are now more affordable as the prices have decreased. TV entertainment center take the center of attention off your television and allow you to focus on the entire room. If you have been salivating for a true home theater experience a projector beats any of the new fangled television technologies any time.

New projectors boast an array of connectivity options which regular television sets lack. Some are armories which open and close depending on if you are watching television or listening to your stereo. All said, television is only one of the many elements of a big screen entertainment center.

Also, keep in mind that though it might take you some time to search for the perfect corner entertainment center, do remember there is a furniture style and size to match every television on the market from trim corner stands to room spanning home theater units. At the risk of sounding like an old fuddy duddy, how were children entertained a 100 years ago when there were no television or computer games. Small children used to be given colouring books and pencils, now the trend is to plonk them down in front of the television and let it entertain them.

That is just television alone. These are the people who step in during television shows and big screen movies to perform the stunt scenes, i. Most of the performers, however, are still primarily “stage” actors, who spend more time on the stages of New York and will appear in television and screen roles as a secondary venue.

Actors from movies and television are frequently cast for the premieres of Broadway shows or are used to replace actors leaving a cast. No television or video games were there at that time. The Federal Communication Commission’s campaign for censorship of media, particularly the television and radio outlets have lead to a flurry of consumers moving their eyes and ears to uncensored media formats.

Recent events such as the complaints against various television licensees concerning their February 1, 2004, broadcast of the Super Bowl XXXVIII Halftime Show and the lewd remarks by Howard Stern in his national radios broadcasts have left the FCC with a difficult decision. Although, the recommendation is 27 inches television set at a minimum is necessary for your home theater set up. This however points back to the choice of television unit; you may need to check if the flat television set supports progressive scan signals.

Just as cordless phones 20 years ago freed us from needing a phone on the wall in every room, so this television may well free us from a screen in every room. Away from home, this television allows users to enjoy A/V content and internet access by connecting to their Base Station via any public wireless access point: airports, hotels, internet cafes, and other hotspots. How do you sell a pay per view if you do not have any television time to market it on.

Babies love television, the noise and movement will fascinate them for hours and although you might not want to encourage your newborn to watch television all the time you might find it useful as part of the nursery entertainment. To help you to make reality TV something that is more than just a television show, consider these ways. Why not challenge her to a cooking showdown based on this reality television show.

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Entertainment Agencies – A License to Print Money – Definitely Not

I was quite amazed when browsing the web the other day to find someone advertising an entertainment agency for sale and asking for bids on it, curious I decided to take a closer look. I also found some sites also selling entertainment agencies, this time with asking prices, and what the supposed turnover for those companies was.

I have been in the entertainment industry for over 31 years, and acting as CEO of an entertainment agency since the year 2000, and what I read astonished even myself. My aim in this article to deal primarily with the first site I mentioned although I will not reveal its name.

The person advertising the site made it appear that anyone can run a successful agency, and that you really don’t need any skill, and that you can use it to make lots of money. These are the main points of the sales pitch that I wish to comment on.

Firstly not everyone can run a successful entertainment agency, it is more than just finding a few acts to add to your books and then selling their services. To be successful requires building relationships with acts, clients and venues; it requires building trust and that can only happen with time. A successful agency needs a good variety of acts to offer, as each clients needs are different, and each event is bespoke, no two are the same. Experience is the key; knowledge of the industry a must, being able to offer advice that is competent to clients and acts is paramount. You cannot sell something about which you have little or no knowledge.

A good entertainment agent is a skilled individual, the same as an electrician or builder. The main skill is how to tell a good act or service from a bad one, how to get them to want you to represent them. An agent also needs to understand the best way to market a particular act, what events they are suitable for, which clients would be interested in them, you don’t try and market a rock band to the cabaret club on a cruise ship full of pensioners and you wouldn’t suggest a blue comedian to supply family entertainment at a holiday centre. Agents have to be skilled in separating the wheat from the chaff, they have to be good at promotion, and they have to be sales people. Trust me it is harder to sell a service than it is a product.

The third point was that it is easy money, which is a big no. Most people looking for entertainment will try many sources and often more than one agent, so you are competing with others in the industry, others with experience. Lets say that in a week a new agency gets 25 enquiries, which is an over estimate, but makes the figures easier (I am allowing an approximate 10% conversion rate from enquiry to sale). Perhaps 3 of those enquiries translate into bookings at lets say £200 per act per booking that makes a total of £600 the acts will earn, that is not the agencies money the agencies money comes via commission. Now lets say the agency charges a commission of the average 15% that equals a commission made of £90.00. Now subtract from that overheads, telephone, postage, printing, software, advertising and also time spent working on winning those 3 out of 25 enquiries, also take into account the cost spent on the enquiries that did not convert, you will probably find that after everything those 3 acts have made you a total of £50.00 after expenses. Now comes the next bit of bad news, you cannot claim any commission until after the act has done the job and been paid by the client, if one of those bookings is 6 months away then you have to wait. There is also the matter of taxation and in the UK national insurance contributions, which takes a little more from the profits.

An agent also needs to know the law in the country in which they operate, and to comply with it. But that could make god knows how many more articles in it’s own right. The other thing to bear in mind if you operate in the UK is that it is illegal to charge an act a fee for registering with you, I cannot comment on if this is the case in other countries.

To clarify what I have written, entertainment agencies are not a get rich quick scheme, the good ones are managed and run by dedicated individuals who put in long hours, people who have worked hard within the industry to build themselves up to where they are now, it did not happen overnight. There is no such thing as easy money we all work for what we get nothing comes for free. It is drive and determination and a unique skill set that separates the top agencies from the rest and to get the quality acts on your books means knowing your industry.

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Have you been looking for the right entertainment center for your home? Maybe you have searched various furniture stores, or have been looking online. I’m sure you have seen many styles and colors, and maybe you have not been able to find one that fits your expectations. Have you ever considered a built in entertainment center? Let me share with you some of the benefits of owning one:

-It will be built to fit in with the structure of your house and will follow the designs and colors you already have. The woodwork will be done to match any other woodwork in your home.

- You won’t have to worry about any of your DVDs or CDs falling behind it. With a traditional entertainment center, you would have to move it every time something falls behind it. With an entertainment center that is built in, it is absolutely impossible for that to happen.

- If you have small children, you won’t have to worry about them climbing on a built in entertainment center and causing it to tip and fall on top of them. There have been cases where small children have had these kinds of accidents.

- In the case of an earthquake, it will not fall over causing your expensive electronics to fall and break.

- With a built in entertainment center, you won’t have to move it to clean behind it. If it is built in, there won’t be any way for the dust to accumulate behind it.

- It will add style and elegance to your decor. It will give your home that “custom built” kind of look and feel.

These are just a few of the benefits of owning a built in entertainment center. There are so many different styles and colors. You will be able to choose the wood grain and color to match your furniture or your cabinetry. The size and the style can be custom built to fit your living room, family room, or den; you could even have one built in the bedroom. You may be concerned about not being able to move the entertainment center in the future if you choose to re-arrange things. I’m sure you have never thought about moving your kitchen cabinets or your stove.

Your entertainment center would become a part of your house, not just another piece of furniture. Of course you want only the best for your home and family. You need to make the right decision as to what will accommodate your needs. Unless you plan on moving in the near future I’m sure you will take into consideration all of the above mentioned benefits of owning a built in entertainment center. I hope that this information will be helpful to you in choosing your entertainment center.

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Choosing Wedding Entertainment For Your Reception

So you’ve just got engaged! It’s now time for the excitement to begin. You’ve got a wedding to plan! At this point you’ve probably got a lot of questions running through your mind. Where do you begin? What questions should I ask vendors? Where am I going to get the money? Wait, how much money are we talking about? On the contrary to what most couples believe, wedding planning can actually be fun. With proper planning and allocated time to complete it you can create your truly unique and exciting Chicago Wedding reception.

When it comes to the entertainment portion of your reception this should be treated with care as with all your other very important wedding details. The entertainment seems to be one of, if not the most important components to a reception. Sure, the food, decorations, and socialization are very important but without entertainment, these events would take on an entirely different personality.

For affairs that are focuses around the entertainment, or at least ones where it is responsible for a major role in the success or failure of the event, some serious considerations must be taken when hiring the right entertainment.

Will you find the right entertainment by hiring the one that answers the phone first or the one that has the lowest price or would you select one just because they live in your hometown? These are actually several things you should consider before selecting your entertainer:

1. Is the entertainer experienced in providing services for your event type? This question can’t just be answered in a yes or no question either. You’ll want someone who knows the ropes. How much experience do you want your entertainer to have? Consider getting a list of references from previous clients.
2. Who will actually be the entertainer at your event? Often times with larger multi-operational companies you won’t actually know who your entertainer is until that night. Is this something you’re willing to accept? Always ask this question when shopping for entertainment and make sure it’s laid out clear and concise in your contract.
3. What type of equipment do you deserve to have at your event? Imagine not being able to understand announcements or even worse hearing a hiss or buzz during your event. Imagine having part of your beautifully decorated event contain an eyesore of wires and beat up equipment. Another important face is just because an entertainer charges top dollar doesn’t always mean they’ll bring top dollar equipment to your event. Getting a picture of their setup is a must!
4. What additional services are included other than just playing music? Will you need a master of ceremonies (emcee) at your event, a coordinator, or even someone to interact and participate with your crowd? Is your entertainer willing to step up to the plate and deliver those services? These can be important things to ask before your event. You’d hate to hire an entertainer who can’t entertain.
5. Is your entertainer and elegant public speaker? Do they speak in complete sentences without stuttering and using um and uh? Public speaking is said to be one of the number one fears in the United States. If someone isn’t good at speaking in person odds are they won’t be able to speak in front of your crowd. This is a very important aspect of the entertainer can be over looked.
6. Is backup equipment provided and immediately available? As you know all electronics are man-made and with all man-made products they can fail. So it’s important that your entertainer have not only backup equipment but also a backup plan. Ask your entertainer for their backup plan.
7. What happens if the entertainer is ill or otherwise cannot attend your event? These details should be laid out in a written contract form with EVERY service provider. Always lay these things out prior to your event to prevent any situations later on.
8. Is your entertainer insured? Every legitimate business has insurance. This may not seem important upfront, but heaven forbid something were to happen at your event. Are you willing to hire an entertainer without it? Ask your entertainer for his proof of property AND liability insurance.
9. Are there any hidden additional charges or expected necessities from your entertainer? For example, are you required to pay a service charge for stairs at the reception hall? Or are you required to pay for their dinner? Will they need to take smoke breaks? If you’re entertainer doesn’t cover these issues in their sales pitch perhaps you should ask them.
10. How much input will you be able to give on your music selection? This can also be a very important question when you’re shopping for entertainment. Everyone has their own tastes and preferences when it comes to music. Will your entertainer be able to cater to those tastes or will they stick to their own routine. Also does your entertainer offer online music planning?

With so much riding on the success of your event your entertainment should never be over looked. There should be several factors that come into play rather than just price when shopping for your wedding entertainment. Don’t ever be afraid to ask questions as the entertainment will have a direct impact on the entire success of your reception.

Article written by Stevie Dee of Operation Getdown DJs.

Stevie Dee is Owner and General Manager for Operation Getdown DJs. His team provides DJs and lighting for Chicago wedding receptions. Visit the following links for more info check out Chicago DJ Blog or Chicago DJs.

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The Good, The Bad And The Indifferent (Entertainment)

Sounds like the title of a spaghetti western, and to be honest, it probably, over the years has had as many casualties. So what am I talking about? The answer is bad entertainment.

I think most of us can relate to either a personal experience or the experience of a friend, to how the focal point of an event ruined it. The entertainment at an event is probably the most crucial part, if you don’t include inviting the guests, and when it goes wrong everyone notices. Just the other day I was in a conversation and was told about how a DJ failed to turn up at an event, that event being a wedding, and how despite repeated phone calls no one could contact the party involved (this was a privately booked entertainment). This basically ruined what should have been the best day of two peoples lives, a real shame as everything else had gone so smoothly. This is something not just confined to private events, it can also effect corporate ones too. Imagine planning a corporate event, your colleagues will be there, perhaps someone high up within the company is flying in from abroad, or you are trying to make a good impression on future clients and seal a deal worth a lot of money. Everything is in place, or so you think, then out of the blue… nothing, no entertainment. Panic sets in, but in the end there is little you can do, it is too late. Of course the entertainment can arrive, but still let you down. A band in jeans and T shirts at a black tie corporate event, the wrong music, there are so many aspects that to list them all would become boring for those of you reading this.

So what is the solution you ask? The best solution is to use an entertainment agency. Allow me to explain. At one time all UK entertainment agencies had to be licensed, which is no longer the case, however all entertainment agencies are required to comply with the employment agencies act and it’s amendments. This gives you, the client, legal recourse, which you can exercise if, need be. Some entertainment agencies are members of professional bodies such as The Agents Association Of Great Britain or the NEAC (National Entertainment Agents Council ), if they are then these should be your first point of contact if you have a problem, which you cannot resolve. Both organisations have a code of conduct for members and also have a disciplinary process available. If an agency is not a member of either, and the complaint is serious enough, then you can make a complaint to the DBERR, formally the DTI, who have powers to act against and impose severe sanctions on rogue agencies.

I am sure there are people reading this who are saying to themselves, is this just a plug to get business, the answer is no. Although I run an entertainment agency, I am not saying that everyone should use our services, people should and do have a choice. I am saying make sure you use a reputable entertainment agency, of which there are many. So what can you expect from a reputable entertainment agency, the first is a high level of service, professional people to source entertainment to your needs. The second, if something goes wrong, a reputable agency will do its best to put it right. Third, legally binding contracts between the parties involved.(Make sure you read any terms and conditions before signing)

Now I am sure there are some people saying, I have a contract for my DJ/Band, he/they sent me one, or I always use an agency and have a contract. My question to those people is “IS IT LEGAL”? Just because you have a contract it does not mean that it is legal or that in a dispute it will hold up in court. Always make sure that any contract you have complies with the law. If in doubt always ask the person issuing it, or take independent legal advice. The good news is that a legal contract is everybody’s safeguard, and it will detail all the requirements, so you can rest easy knowing that everything is covered.

So in conclusion, to make your event memorable for all the right reasons:

Always use a reputable agency, to avoid the bad or the indifferent, and just enjoy the good.

Good luck with your next event.

© Paul Sims 2008

CEE Worldwide Entertainment Agency

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