The Lessons We Can Learn From This Year’s Disastrous Grammy Awards Ceremony #MelroseBallroom #EventPlanning

This year’s Grammy Awards proved that no matter how big your budget and resources, when you’re organizing a live event things can, and do, go wrong. This was evident at the annual show in Los Angeles with huge act Rihanna pulling out at the last minute, Lauryn Hill another no-show because someone forgot to confirm her booking, an on-stage accident during Gwen Stefani’s act and disastrous audio issues during Adele’s performance.

What we can learn from this is to expect the best but prepare for the worst, have a contingency plan, realize that no matter how meticulous your planning you can’t control everything (e.g. a dancer tripping on stage) and the most obvious one- if you’re going to announce an act is performing, be sure to confirm the booking first!!! If you’re planning a big occasion, contact us at Melrose Ballroom, the perfect location for your next event.
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Lessons in Event Planning from a Rock Concert @swhitehorne #MelroseBallroom

1. Start the hype early- and keep it going
2. Choose the right opening act
3. Surprise and delight attendees
4. Pay homage to your event’s location
5. Keep the party going
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10 Questions to ask before booking your DJ #MelroseBallroom #BridalGuideMag

1. Is this your full time business?
2. How do you customize the experience?
3. How do you get the crowd pumped?
4. How do you handle song requests?
5. Can I hear some examples of mixing and blending different tracks?
6. What sound equipment do you utilize?
7. Have you played this venue before? If not can you make a site visit?
8. Do I have my choice of DJs to select from?
9. What other services do you offer?
10. Why should I choose you?
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6 Powerful Tips For Creating The Right Brand Experience At Your Event @Forbes #MelroseBallroom #EventSpace

1. Plan Well
2. Create a pre-event campaign
3. Get people to register
4. Create a personal touch
5. Create an attractive and co-ordinated look
6. Integrate social media
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