Wednesday, August 31, 2011

Guest Blogger: Entertainment is Ron Rubin's Game!

We, your Simply Mumtaz team, are very excited to present our next Guest Blogger.... Mr. Ron Rubin of Ron Rubin Events! You say it and he's got it. He is the entertainment go to guy! He is able to provide live music from A to Z (accordionists to zydeco bands), dynamic DJ´s, unique entertainment, dancers, “name” acts, themed décor, florals, celebrity look-a-likes, casinos, sporting packages, interactive performers, gypsy-clad palmists/tarot card readers, henna body artists, glass sculptors, magicians/stage illusionists!
We asked him a few questions, and here is what he had to say! 1) What is Ron Rubin Events?
Ron Rubin Events is a full service special events/entertainment production company. With an established record of over 35 years in the industry, we are always happy to share information with industry planners.
2) What would be the best suggestion for planners who use your services?
Give us as much information as you can about your event before inquiring about an RFP (Request for Proposal). Letting us know about the type of event, demographics of the audience, and size of audience is very helpful. Tell us, if you can, what entertainment has been successful in the past and please do be realistic with budget, even if it is only an estimate.
3) What is some advice that you would like to give to other planners?Be open for suggestions for other types of entertainment that can enhance your event. We have large variety of entertainment at our disposal, and many are very cost effective. In addition, for both newer and well seasoned planners, stay involved with professional organizations like MPI, ISES, BIZBASH, and others. Continue to review their monthly publications which describe current creative ideas for meeting planning and worldwide events.
4) What are your top entertainment acts?Given that even the largest client may not be able to budget funds for "name acts", tribute shows are a good alternative. Acts similar to the Four Seasons (great for a conservative middle-age crowd), or Lady Gaga (popular with younger audiences) or classics (like Tina Turner or the Rat Pack) all rival "Legends" in Las Vegas.
Hollywood is the entertainment capital of the world. Thus, we have access to many future, as well as established, headline comedians, illusionists, and cirque acts/shows.

Thanks Ron! What a fun blog post! So, everyone get your creative juices flowing and starting including entertainment to your events... Happy Planning!

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