College Open Mic Event Idea: Slammin’ Your Campus Venue with Purposeful and Engaging Programming

College Open Mic Event Idea: Slammin’ Your Campus Venue with Purposeful and Engaging Programming

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If you’re looking for a powerful, low-cost, and inclusive way to connect students, give them the mic. A well-run college open mic event can become a consistent monthly program on campus, offering students a platform to speak their truth, share their stories, and build community. Whether they’re expressing themselves through poetry, music, comedy, or storytelling, open mics give students a space that is as healing as it is entertaining. Why Host an Open Mic Night? A … Continued

Rediscover Live Entertainment: Reconnecting Students Through the Power of Performance

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We live in a time when most entertainment is consumed through screens, at our fingertips, curated, and often watched alone. For many students, this is all they know. But there’s a type of performance that brings people together, creates unforgettable moments, and delivers energy you can feel: live entertainment. And now is the perfect time to rediscover live entertainment on campus. As event planners and programmers, you have a unique opportunity to reintroduce the next … Continued

Powerful Spoken Word Artists Move From Stage to Page with New Books

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Looking for powerful spoken word artists who inspire with every word and redefine what poetry can do? Meet Jaylene Clark Owens and Gabriel Ramirez. Two standout voices whose work spans the stage, screen, and now, the world of literature. Through their newest books, both artists are extending the reach of their messages to readers across the board. Jaylene Clark Owens, a Harlem native now based in the Greater Philadelphia Region, is an award-winning actress, poet, … Continued

APCA Hershey 2025 Recap

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  We hope you had a great time at APCA Hershey 2025! If you missed our showcases, don’t worry—there’s still time to bring these incredible acts to your campus. Neon Entertainment proudly showcased: Musician Matt Jackson, Playlist Bingo, Comedian Derrick Knopsnyder, Spoken Word Artist Jaylene Clark Owens, and Comedian Christian Escoto! These acts deliver unique, engaging, and unforgettable experiences perfect for your next campus event. Musician Matt Jackson brings soulful melodies and dynamic performances that … Continued

Popular Fall Event Programs to Book Now!

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As fall arrives, campuses come alive with excitement, offering a plethora of popular fall event programs that bring color and energy to the season. From the orientation to the spooky fun of Halloween, there’s something for everyone. Neon Entertainment has some fantastic programs to make your fall gatherings even better. Let’s check out how these events can bring some extra fun to your autumn get-togethers! 1. Orientation: Pop Up Game Show Imagine you’re a new … Continued

Asian American and Pacific Islander Artists to Celebrate!

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Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month started as a way to spotlight the amazing contributions of these communities in the US. It all began with Congress and advocacy groups wanting to celebrate the history and achievements of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders. They picked May because it marks some big moments, like the arrival of the first Japanese immigrants in 1843 and the completion of the transcontinental railroad, largely built by Chinese immigrants, in … Continued

Celebrating National Poetry Month: 6 Incredible Poets for Your Next Event

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It’s April and it’s time to honor National Poetry Month, and what better way to do that than to feature some amazing poets that you can bring to your next event? Whether you’re planning a college gathering, a cultural festival, or just a community get-together, these poets are sure to leave a lasting impression with their powerful performances and meaningful words any time of the year! 1. Lacey Roop: Lacey Roop is one of those … Continued

APCA Hershey Recap and NACA Live Preview

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February is turning out to be such an exciting month for us! We just wrapped up an exhilarating weekend at APCA Hershey, and now we’re eagerly anticipating NACA Live happening this weekend. Let’s take a moment to reflect on the incredible showcasing artists from the APCA conference and get a sneak peek into what’s in store for us at NACA Live! We hope you had an amazing time at the APCA Hershey conference if you … Continued

Why Create an Open Mic Space on Campus?

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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

Relax During Midterms Week with our Spoken Word Artists

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Midterms are nearly here, and we know students’ stress levels are rising. Instead of a big event ahead of those midterms that could get your students even antsier, you should consider booking one of our spoken word artists instead. Here at Neon Entertainment, we have loads of live entertainment options available for you to choose from for your college events! We’ve long been the premier purveyors of live entertainers like comedians, musicians and these incredible … Continued

Celebrate Diversity with These Spoken Word Artists!

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Neon Entertainment provides live entertainers for college events! We have always been a premier provider of live entertainment, including comedy, music, magic and more, but the pandemic certainly didn’t help live event booking. We were able to navigate and evolve to provide some really engaging virtual programming, and as we are all still getting back on our feet we wanted to remind our readers and users of the outstanding LIVE acts that we have to … Continued

My Voice My Choice: Embracing the Power of Your Authentic Voice

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by Jaylene Clark Owens In a year consumed by a pandemic, protests, and politics, many people have a lot to say. It can be easy for someone to feel like their voice doesn’t matter amongst all the other voices. Others may not know what to say, or when to say it. Then there are others who may adopt the opinions of others because they fear that their unique voice may be criticized, mocked, or silenced. … Continued

The Spoken Word With Our Featured Artists

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“How are you doing?”….”How are you doing, REALLY?”  The first question we ask each other on a daily basis out of habit.  It’s an automatic conversation starter for most.  But, the second is the follow-up question we’ve learned to ask since March.  The shutdowns and changes across the country have had significant effects on our mental health.  And for most of us, the answers to this second question are not always positive.  We’ve heard the … Continued

4 Featured Spoken Word Artists From Neon Entertainment

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Are you a fan of spoken word poetry?  Maybe you’ve heard of it but still aren’t sure what it is.  You can check out our recent blog for a detailed description but to put it simply, spoken word is performance poetry.  In recent years the interest and support for spoken word poetry events has been steadily growing, especially across college campuses. The appeal for spoken word events can come from many different places.  Regardless of … Continued

Fantastic Eats, and Where to Find Them

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by Lane Shuler of I.N.K. “Food Is Essential To Life, Therefore Make It Good.” – S. Truett Cathy While more honest words may have never been spoken, we like to live by another quote entirely. “Good food is essential to travel; Therefore, make it life” It’s no secret that we are obsessed with food. So obsessed in fact, we made a poem about it! So when we hit the road for our college tours, the … Continued