November 2023 | Neon Entertainment

6 Impactful Artists Addressing Trending Topics

November 29, 2023

In today’s world, there are many issues that affect people’s lives, such as social justice, mental health, climate change, and more. These issues are not only important to discuss, but also to express creatively. That’s why we at Neon Entertainment are proud to present six amazing artists who are using their talents to address trending topics in their art. Whether it’s poetry, music, comedy, or storytelling, these artists are making an impact with their powerful … Continued

APCA Northeast Recap 2023

November 29, 2023

By Scott Talarico

We hope you had a fantastic time at the APCA Northeast conference in Springfield if you attended! But if you couldn’t make it or missed our presence at the event, there’s still a chance to catch up on the remarkable showcases we featured. The lineup included Free Money Game Show and Extra Lives! If you’re interested in booking any of these talented acts or need information on their availability, contact your Neon Agent at 1-800-993-NEON. … Continued

Check Out These 3 Hilarious Comics For Your Next Fun College Event!

November 28, 2023

By Neon Entertainment

Welcome back to the Hot Mic Blog from Neon Entertainment! Here on the blog, we like to make the student planner’s lives easier by providing some ideas for a fun college event. Today, lets shine a spotlight on our talented and hilarious stand-up comics that you can bring to your college campus! Comedians are a great fit for colleges, especially during this time, at the sunset of the semester as a reward to your students … Continued

Plan Your Holiday Game Shows Ahead of Time to Ensure a Smooth Experience!

November 21, 2023

By Neon Entertainment

Welcome back to the Hot Mic Blog from Neon Entertainment! Here on the blog, we like to make the student planner’s lives easier by providing some ideas for fun college events. Today, let’s talk about some of our holiday game shows and why you need to plan your events early! Planning an exciting and engaging event for your college or company can be incredibly stressful. Remember though, plan your event ahead of time – you … Continued

8 Stress Relieving Relaxation Programs

November 14, 2023

By Scott Talarico

In the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, finding moments of tranquility and relaxation has become more crucial than ever. Neon Entertainment offers a suite of innovative stress-relieving relaxation programs designed to transport individuals into a world of calm and rejuvenation. Let’s explore these eight programs that promise to melt away stress and promote overall well-being. 1. Two Deep Breaths: Gentle Yoga & Live Music Getaway Virtual serenity at its finest! This program combines … Continued

8 Festive Holiday Programs

November 8, 2023

By Scott Talarico

The holiday season is a time of joy, celebration, and togetherness, and what better way to spread the festive spirit on your college campus than with a lineup of exciting holiday programs? Neon Entertainment has got you covered with eight fantastic holiday-themed programs that are sure to make your college activities memorable and fun. Whether you’re looking to test your holiday knowledge, get creative, or have an action-packed adventure, there’s something for everyone! 1. Jingle … Continued

APCA South 2023 Recap

November 3, 2023

By Scott Talarico

We hope you had a fantastic time at the APCA South conference in Houston if you attended! But if you couldn’t make it or missed our presence at the event, there’s still a chance to catch up on the remarkable showcases we featured. The lineup included Trap Music Playlist Bingo, Musician Shanice Green, Comedian Mickey Housley and Spoken Word Duo I.N.K. If you’re interested in booking any of these talented acts or need information on … Continued

Why Create an Open Mic Space on Campus?

November 1, 2023

By Scott Talarico

Greetings from “Courageous,” 1/2 of the Spoken Word Duo – I.N.K. As we turn the page on a new year, I wanted to share a bit about a few of the benefits of creating and maintaining a space for self-expression on campus; a regularly-occurring Open Mic Night. I know, I know… you’ve tried this before and… I get it… but just hear me out for a minute! The benefits of successfully carrying out this event … Continued

Bazooka Ball

“Yes, last-minute we had to change location due to their being confusion with reservations, facilities, and the campus police. It ended up working out though as the change of location ended up being better for Jay and the setup with electricity being right there and not having to be setup. Those who played seemed to thoroughly enjoy the game, and we want to thank you for all of your help and assistance through the booking process. We look forward to continuing working with you throughout the rest of this semester and those to come. “

— Paige, East Stroudsburg University

Will Jay

“Everything was wonderful with Will Jay. He was easy to work with during the event and our students truly loved having him – I have already received requests to bring him to campus when we are allowed to do face to face events again. Here is what one person text me after the event, “I hope you can tell Will Jay how powerful it was, I’m talking to so many people about it and they all loved it and were touched by his songs and words”. There were multiple messages in the chat during the event last night talking about how amazing his lyrics were, his voice, most importantly students were able to relate in to the messages he was talking and singing about. I think Will Jay has a new fan base here at CMU and they are going to consume the music he has out now – and are eagerly anticipating what he has in store.”

— Central Michigan University

Murder Mystery

“The event went wonderfully! The acting lessons seemed to go very smoothly and were extremely in-depth. Our cast members felt very comfortable with their roles after that and did a fabulous job during the event. The theme was a lot of fun, and the clues were constantly throwing the audience for a loop which was great! [The staff] was very interactive with everybody and the layout that he went with as far as questioning the cast and revealing clues was excellent. This was definitely one of my favorite events I have been at so far. I hope to do another Murder Mystery party in the future!”

— Kate, University of Iowa

Elizabeth Acevedo

“She [Elizabeth Acevedo] was wonderful. It was a perfect fit for the event, the audience loved her! She gave them a space to explore some emotions they may have or need to understand from an outsider’s perspective or just a space to hear what she had to say abut her experiences, observations, etc. One of the students from the club we were collaborating with even said we need to bring her back in the future. She is one performer we will be keeping in our heads for future performances.”

— Emily Umstead, Aquinas College

Brian Ledbetter

“During a time when first year students are uneasy about making friends, adjusting to college, and getting to know each other; Brian [Ledbetter] was able to bring them together through illusions! Students were consistently asking where to finding the roving mentalist at our Create your Own Adventure Event during Welcome Week at Temple University, and they were not disappointed when they found him. We could not have asked for a better addition to our event than Brian!”

— Mat Greer, Temple University