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Wedding Planning 101: Entertainment

The Phunky Monkeys at Bridal Bash | photo by Brian Jarreau Photography
The Phunky Monkeys at Bridal Bash | photo by Brian Jarreau Photography

Whether you’re “a little bit country” or he’s “a little bit rock ‘n’ roll,” the entertainment needs to be accommodating to please you, your family and guests. New Orleans musicians can provide that versatility from classical music ensembles to funk bands. You might also choose to have additional entertainment, such as a photo booth or live event painter at your wedding! Choose your entertainment with as much care as you would with other items for your wedding.

Below you’ll find questions to ask potential entertainers for your wedding and check out The NOW List for fabulous local musicians, DJs, photo booths and other entertainers for your wedding.

BAND OR DJ PROSPECTS

1. Are you performing locally any time soon? May we attend the performance?

2. Can we see a song list? Can you perform particular songs we want that are not on the list?

3. How will you be dressed?

4. Do you provide lighting/special effects?

5. How far in advance must we book?

6. Will you be the master of ceremonies at the reception?

7. How many breaks do you take and for how long? Do you require a break room and/or food to be provided?

8. How many sets do you play and how long is each set?

9. Do you charge a total rate or by the hour?

10. When do you start overtime rates? How much?

11. How many electrical connections will you require and what amperages? How much space do you require for setup?

12. What are your payment terms?

13. What is your cancellation policy?

Planning tip: If you’re hiring live entertainers, take time to see them perform at another event or on video to make sure they match your wedding style.

OTHER ENTERTAINERS

1. What is included with your service?

2.How many hours are included?

3. How much space do you require for setup? When will you arrive to set up?

4. How will you be dressed?

5. How far in advance must we book?

6. Do you charge a total rate or by the hour?

7. When do you start overtime rates? How much?

8. What are your payment terms?

9. What is the cancellation policy?

Dueling pianos at Rosy's Jazz Hall wedding reception. Photo by Brian Jarreau Photography

Dueling Pianos at a Rosy’s Jazz Hall Wedding Reception. Photo: Brian Jarreau Photography

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