How Much Does Your Show Cost?

​You want to hire me for your event,  and the first thing you want to know is “how much is it going to cost me/the company?”

I get that question frequently, so I want to address it directly.

Remember, though, I'm not a discount store! However, I do take entertainment budgets into account, so that I don't "break the bank" for my shows.

Fees for entertainment can be as varied and diverse as entertainers themselves.   However, most of us set up our fees based on a number of elements that apply to most events/programs. Below are some questions you might be prepared to answer to get a solid quote for your next event: 

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1. What type of program is it? (Private party, after dinner corporate event, charity fundraiser, etc.)
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2. How long do you need the entertainment? (30 minutes, 1 hour, several hours, etc.)

3. Are you looking for a stage show, a walk-around performer, or a show in your home/living room?

4. Where is the event taking place? (the venue, city, state, etc.)

5. How many people are expected to attend? (believe it or not, entertaining 20 people is different than entertaining 200 people, even with the same show!)

As a guideline, I recommend having a budgeted amount for your event. I always ask potential clients what they've budgeted, and work from there. My goal is a good experience, not to rob you blind! My fee is always inclusive, so there are no hidden costs or "extras" that would suddenly appear.

Many professional performers have a bare minimum fee of $300 or more for any single event (private or corporate), while more famous entertainers fetch fees of $5,000 or more per event.

If you are having a small private party of only 10-20 adults, I still recommend budgeting between $200-300. (Once again here, I’m speaking about adult party entertainment, and not children’s birthday party entertainment.)

If any of these numbers seem way out of your budget, not to worry; we can talk about the possibilities!