by Musician Chaquis Maliq A goal I set out to accomplish, once I picked up the guitar, was to tour without playing open mics. It’s just not my thing. I find it odd to play in front of most other musicians. I believe in fresh ears, without any bias, and an audience that wants to experience music in a manner that doesn’t necessarily care for the radio and cover songs. I started playing Mr. Maliq … Continued
Sometimes you just want to do an event yourself. Maybe you’re on a budget, or you have access to a lot of volunteers. Either way, Neon’s dropship novelties are the DIY event of your dreams! We ship you everything you need to pull off the perfect event. Here are four popular programs you can do all by yourself. Alpha Art Participants can decorate their dorm, home, or office with these custom letter art signs. We … Continued
By: Lane Shuler, I.N.K. It’s been said that the iPhone didn’t take over the world by being 90% better than its competitors, it took over the world by being 10% better than its competitors. The little things in life are what matters, and nowhere is that more apparent than in the world of entertainment. In our years of performing slam poetry on the college market, from APCA and NACA conferences, to teeny tiny private schools, … Continued
If you’re an event coordinator for a university you have a tough job. You need to schedule fun campus events that will draw a crowd but you also need variety. That’s where our college booking agency, Neon Entertainment, really stands out. Sure we can help you when booking a comedian or live music act, but we truly take pride in our diverse selection of unique campus events. This week we’d like to talk about some … Continued
The end of the semester is upon us! Although students look forward to their winter break, they still have to trudge through final exams. Those in charge of scheduling need to plan fun campus events to give students an avenue to ease the stress. What better way to do that than with the excitement of a portable roller rink! All our portable rink options come with sound system and skates included. We’ll bring all the … Continued
For many, college life can be a tangled web of balancing responsibilities and having a good time. Between managing classes, jobs, exams and your social life on top of that, it’s very natural for students to feel stressed out. With the fall semester coming to a close, stress levels can be especially high as students prepare for final exams. It is vitally important during these next few weeks that students make time for things other … Continued
If you’re in charge of scheduling campus events at your school, you know how important it is to bring in a diverse lineup of activities. Finding events that provide a balance of entertainment as well education can be tricky though. This installation of our Neon Spotlight series focuses on an individual who can satisfy both of these needs. We’d like to introduce you to Kristen Becker, a lesbian comedian who’s also an activist for social … Continued
Neon Entertainment has access to the top trending artists in the entertainment industry. Each week, we bring you the Artist Trending Report with three artists that are on the rise. These touring national artists are available for bookings. Offering services like event preparation and on-site consultation for your larger events, Neon Entertainment has been one of the leading entertainment booking agencies for the past 23 years. If you need to hire a comedian or need … Continued
Event planning is a fun and creative process. But, where do you start? Here are six tips for hosting a successful event to make sure your event goes off without a hitch! Start Planning Early Give yourself enough time to be able not only plan but to advertise the event as well. Event planning is an extensive process. To make sure the event goes as planned, you’ll need time to secure the venue, book the … Continued
It’s only the beginning of September, but it’s never too early to start planning for All Hallow’s Eve! Halloween is one of the best times of the year, especially for us college students. Regardless of if you like dressing up scary or sexy, the best costume doesn’t mean anything if no one sees it. If you’re in charge of planning some events for your college, it’s never too early to look into Halloween ideas. Neon … Continued
Neon offers a variety of live entertainment perfect for your next community day, sibling’s weekend, homecoming, or Fall Fest. Our roster is full of incredible acts, whether you’re looking for a unique speaker or show-stopping illusions. We’re excited to officially welcome the following acts to the Neon Entertainment family and can’t wait to see all that they bring to our growing organization! Comedy Alex Babbit Brooklyn native, Alex Babbitt is a rising star in the … Continued
Homecoming campus events are becoming all the rage. Homecoming is no longer just about the yearly football game pitted against your bitter rival. Universities all over the nation have turned homecoming into a weekend long exhibition of fun campus events centered around their main event football game. Offering a wide variety of campus events is a great way to get your brand out there to people who aren’t as interested in football. Most universities stage … Continued
As trends go, spoken word poetry has had a giant surge in 2018. More and more people are interested in the raw emotion of poetry and slam poets to understand the trials and tribulations of everyday life. According to studybreaks.com, poetry, but more specifically slam poetry is seen as an agent of change, making it extremely popular in the college-age demographic. Neon Entertainment has a large selection of spoken word artist that are readily available … Continued
While most students enroll in college with the goal of achieving a degree, most of them are also there for the experience and the memories. What better way to create lasting memories than with some of our fun t-shirt programs that will give you a constant reminder every time you open your closet. Our t-shirt programs are about more than just giving away apparel; they stand out because they’re an activity that can be enjoyed … Continued
Preparing for your first year of college is an exciting time, but can be overwhelming. For most incoming freshman, this is their first time living away from home and search for any advice possible. So to make it easier on all those nervous first years (or seasoned college seniors who would like to take a walk down memory lane), two of the funniest guys we know, Michael Dean Ester and Derrick Knopsnyder, came together to … Continued