Murder Mystery - ($2,200 to $5,000)
Pro:
Engaging and Interactive: Guests get to participate in solving the mystery, which can be a fun and immersive experience.
Cons:
They can be long and drawn out.
Usually, the audience checks out after about 50 minutes.
MC/EMCEE - ($3,000 to $7,500)
Pro:
Professional Flow: A good MC can keep the event running smoothly, ensuring that everything stays on schedule and transitions are seamless.
Cons:
They can be dry and sometimes fall flat on humor.
Can be extremely stiff and only go by the outline script with little to no ability to improvise and take advantage of a good moment.
Comedian - ($2,400 to $8,000)
Pro:
Laughter and Entertainment: A comedian can provide a lot of laughs and lighten the mood, making the event memorable.
Cons:
94% are dirty and either R-rated or X-rated.
Majority talk about sexual situations and current events such as politics, war, health care, gender roles,
and various body parts.
Magician - ($1,500 to $6,500)
Pro:
Amazement and Wonder: Magic shows can captivate the audience and provide a sense of wonder and amazement.
Cons:
90% haven’t updated their magic tricks or one-liners since 1992.
Keynote - ($5,000 to $25,000)
Pro:
Inspiration and Insight: A good keynote speaker can inspire and motivate the audience, providing valuable insights and takeaways.
Cons:
The wrong keynote can be dry and very uninspiring.
The cost usually does not include any travel, so the price will be their fee PLUS any fuel charges, hotel, flight, and most speakers usually want a per diem for food per day.
DJ - ($1,000 to $3,000)
Pro:
Versatile Music Selection: A DJ can cater to a wide range of musical tastes and keep the energy high throughout the event.
Cons:
They might play music with swear words.
Make sure you have a pre-approved playlist to give the DJ or ask the DJ to supply the playlist they plan on spinning for the night.
Band - ($450 to $700 per head/piece, so a 3-man band - $2,000)
Pro:
Live Music Experience: A live band can create a vibrant and energetic atmosphere, making the event feel more special.
Cons:
Very long set-up time, must be at the venue 2 to 3 hours before the doors open. Will they be too loud?
Will they play the type of music your audience likes and wants to dance to?
Dueling Pianos - ($1,500 to $3,000)
Pro:
Interactive and Fun: Dueling pianos can be highly interactive and entertaining, with audience participation and a wide range of music.
Cons:
Need a large area for set-up. If the comedy falls flat, the night will turn into a very long and drawn-out sing-along.
Trivia Show - ($2,500 to $6,000)
Pro:
Engaging and Educational: Trivia shows can be a fun way to engage the audience and encourage team-building and friendly competition.
Cons:
Lots of space is needed for set-up. Make sure you pre-approve subject matter.
Many employees just want to watch and not actively participate.
Renting out TopGolf location - ($50 to $130 per guest)
Pro:
Unique and Fun: TopGolf offers a unique and fun experience that combines socializing with a bit of friendly competition.
Cons:
How are you going to entertain the guest that doesn’t drink (even though you already paid for the open bar)?
How are you going to entertain guests that don’t want to swing a golf club and hit a golf ball?
You will have to bus people to the location.
Mock Casino Night - ($2,000 to $10,000)
Pro:
Exciting and Glamorous: A mock casino night can provide a glamorous and exciting atmosphere, with games that everyone can enjoy.
Cons:
How are you going to entertain the people that aren’t playing the mock tables?
Some deeply religious people will feel some type of way even though it’s fantasy and not real money.
Seetha The Comic - ($1200 to $10,000)
Modern update to Comedy Magic
Blends G-rated Belly Laughing Comedy
Gives Free Strolling Magic session
(great for Mock Casinos and TopGolf Guests that are standing around)
Will Host/MC/EMMCEE for Free
Seetha has a one page contract for easy review
Does not have travel fees, such as flights, rental cars or per diems
Can be trusted on stage to rock the crowd and do it in a fun, G-rated way
Seetha brings the show to you, so no bus rentals or charters to worry about
Seetha’s appearance fees could include a professional
photographer/videographer for you event at no extra cost
www.seethathecomic.com
Seetha creates a buzz in the event that carries all night long and has your guests talking about your event for months afterwards