by Matt Ryan We all remember our own awkward middle school years – you’re growing faster than you can keep up with and you’re just trying to fit in, not really sure who your friends are and what you’re good at. Middle school affords you a lot of sudden freedom and something kind of scary…
Category Archives: Teen Events
Making Weddings Fun for Children
by Alan Dodson As I began to write this article, I did a little bit of research on what the “experts” have to say about entertaining kids at weddings and receptions. What I found and essentially did not find both somewhat surprised me. Virtually every article I read advised to have coloring books, paints, inflatable…
Book School Dances with the RIGHT People
By Matt Ryan You’ve spent hours crafting the perfect cover letter. You’re certain your rates are just right for your market. You’ve spent hundreds of dollars printing flashy brochures. Plus you’re good at what you do! So why aren’t you getting more bookings? If you have been endlessly “spinning your wheels” trying to break into…
Breaking The Ice at Bar and Bat Mitzvahs
by Adam Hirschhorn Sometimes “breaking the ice” with teens at a Bar or Bat Mitzvah can be tough; however, if everyone on your team works hard to entertain and motivate the teens, the challenge can be easily overcome. I like to think of cocktail hour as the foundation for an event. It’s an ideal time…
When You Can’t Play Your Biggest Request at a School Dance
by Matt Ryan DJs playing school and teen events have the responsibility of not only making sure the event is fun, but also age-appropriate. Naturally, “clean edit” versions of songs are a must, as is interacting professionally with the guests – both youngsters and adults. Some music titles are strictly off-limits for teen events based…
Inappropriate Student Dancing at School Events
by Matt Ryan This subject is an increasing problem for school administrators, who are anxious to find ways to curb it. Some schools take drastic measures and cancel dances altogether. When this happens, students may rebel by deciding to host their own function. Personally, I would much rather see students at school, in a safe,…
Reap The Benefits of Partying with Children
by Betsy Fischer, M.Ed. In my last post I discussed the topic of children’s events and how so many DJs are missing out on the opportunities that entertaining at these events can provide. So, have you taken the plunge and begun hokey-pokeying and chicken dancing with the wee ones? If your answer is, “Yes,” then…
Entertaining Kids Can Be FUNdamental!
Marketing to Schools
by Matt Ryan Unlike event planners such as brides or parents, school dance organizers are putting together their event as part of their job. This means they are planning during their workday, while juggling all their other responsibilities. Teachers do not spend hours on end searching the Internet for the “perfect” DJ for their event….
