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Walt Anthony, Conjurer & Teller-of-Tales has 30 years in the Entertainment Industry.

This blog will offer ideas, insights, and advice, on event planning and entertainment.

Wednesday, July 13, 2011

Tip #8 Help!!! How do I find a DJ and a Cake?

Tip # 8

How can your entertainer help make your job easier and your event a bigger success? If you hire someone who’s been around the block they’ll no doubt have a network of colleagues and a list of trusted contacts.

They probably have worked at events and over time were impressed by a few caterers, bakers, florists, DJ’s, bartenders, or event suppliers. They might even recommend a good party hall or event location .

Ask, after you’ve booked them of course, and they’ll most likely be happy to share a list of recommendations and favorite venders whom they’ve interacted with in the past and trust.

This will cut down on your time consuming research and screening of other professionals, and take the guess-work out of the planning process.. so you can relax and be the life of the party.

A good speaker or performer will assist you any way they can by sharing their experience and expertise as part of their customer care. Just Ask us!


See you next installment…

Wednesday, July 6, 2011

Blog Tip #7 Does your entertainment fit like a glove?


Tip #7

Entertainment is often an excellent, and often necessary, element of your successful party or event, but not every entertainer is going to fit your particular occasion like a glove.

It’s human nature for guests to talk about “the good time they had” or the “lousy time they had” for several weeks after an event. People will talk. What would you like to hear them say?

Studies show that a week or so after the event almost 90% of the attendees report that the entertainment was the most memorable part of their experience. If they remember the entertainer, they’ll also remember who booked them, that will reflect on your choice.

Be sure the entertainment is right for your setting. If you want after banquet entertainment where your audiences focus will be the show, you’ll need a stage/platform or “parlor” act. If you need an entertainer to stroll around cocktail hour or move from table to table during dinner, you’ll want a close-up performer. Is it inside or outside, in a large area or smaller room?

What mood are you going for: Sophisticated? Fun? Themed? Spicy? Cultured? Casual or formal? This is where you want your choice to fit like a glove for your unique event.

Just a few thoughts to keep in mind. Jot them down so you remember to include them in your phone and/or live interview process. And as always best of luck with your event!