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Get Ready for Neon Entertainment at APCA and NACA Fall 2024!

October 24, 2024

As the fall season heats up, Neon Entertainment is excited to bring a stellar lineup of performers and interactive experiences to campuses across the nation! Whether you’re looking for hilarious comedy, engaging musicians, captivating spoken word artists, or unique entertainment experiences, we’ve got something for everyone at the 2024 NACA and APCA Fall conferences. Here’s a preview of what to expect: 2024 NACA Providence (Oct. 24-26, 2024) At NACA Providence, we’re bringing a mix of … Continued

Trending Stars of Comedy: Six Rising Talents Redefining Stand-Up

July 24, 2024

By Scott Talarico

In a world where laughter serves as both a comfort and a catalyst for change, stand-up comedy is continually expanding horizons and uniting people. Here are six trending stars of comedy whose distinct voices and experiences are shaping the future of comedy. From navigating personal identities to surviving incredible adventures, these performers are not just entertainers—they’re storytellers who invite us to view the world through their unique perspectives. Sunny Laprade: The Voice of a New … Continued

Pop Up Comedy Events: Turning Any Location into a Comedy Club

May 30, 2024

By Scott Talarico

Imagine walking into a normally quiet campus union, meeting room, or cozy coffee shop, only to find it turned into a lively comedy club. That’s the magic of Pop Up Comedy Events! Neon Entertainment takes any location and brings in top-notch comedians to give you a night full of laughs. Our team handles sound and lighting so you get a seamless, professional show. Let’s dive into how these events work and meet some of the … Continued

Simplify Your Event Planning: Bringing Live Entertainment to You

April 29, 2024

By Scott Talarico

Live events pulse with the heartbeat of entertainment, offering a unique experience beyond screens and speakers. While orchestrating these events might seem daunting, Neon Entertainment will simplify your event planning by bringing talented artists to your doorstep with minimal requirements and doing all the work for you. Here’s how we do it: Tell Us Your Event Needs: Neon Entertainment customizes experiences to your preferences, whether it’s catering to busy lifestyles, sparking creativity, or incorporating themed … Continued

A Guide to Effortless Comedy Event Planning with Neon Entertainment

January 25, 2024

By Scott Talarico

Organizing an unforgettable comedy event is a breeze with Neon Entertainment’s 1-2-3 booking process. Simply share your event needs, and Neon takes care of everything seamlessly, from concept to execution. Neon Entertainment brings the comedy event directly to your chosen venue, handling all the logistics effortlessly. Comedy expert Ryan Kelly shares valuable insights for a smooth event, covering everything from minimal setups to effective promotion. We have a selection of hilarious professional comedians that are … Continued

NACA Little Rock 2023 Recap

October 30, 2023

By Scott Talarico

We hope you had a fantastic time at the NACA Little Rock conference 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 Comedian Derrick Knopsnyder, Spoken Word Artist Gabriel Ramirez, Spoken Word Duo I.N.K. and Comedian Ryan Kelly. If you’re interested in booking any of these talented acts or need information on … Continued

Trending Comedians on Social Media

October 18, 2023

By Scott Talarico

Comedy has always been an integral part of our lives, providing the laughter and relief we need in an ever-changing world. In today’s digital age, social media has become the epicenter of the comedy scene, allowing comedians to connect with audiences like never before. Neon Entertainment has an impressive lineup of comedians who are making waves on social media platforms. In this article, we’ll introduce you to some of the trending comedians available for booking … Continued

NACA Charleston 2023 Recap

October 17, 2023

By Scott Talarico

We hope you had a fantastic time at the NACA Charleston conference 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 Comedian Derrick Knopsnyder, the Free Money Game Show, Spoken Word Artist Gabriel Ramirez, Spoken Word Duo I.N.K., Comedian Mickey Housley, and Comedian Ryan Kelly. If you’re interested in booking any of … Continued

Top 5 Scams I See As A Private Fraud Fighter by Ryan Kelly

August 8, 2023

By Scott Talarico

Attention NACA® LIVE Attendees! 5 Comedians to Get Your Students Roaring with Laughter During Finals Week

January 28, 2022

By Neon Entertainment

We hope to see you at NACA® Live This February 12th-16th! Neon is a proud participant at practically every NACA® conference, and we always appreciate what a great job NACA® does with promoting all the top showcases and providers of college entertainment. As you may already know, we are a veteran college entertainment booking agency who can provide just about any program or experience that your students could hope for, and a big part of … 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

Shaun Boothe

“Although we were familiar with the leaders you sang about (Martin Luther King Jr., Barack Obama, Terry Fox, Muhammad Ali, Bob Marley), your approach to their lives was so unique and refreshing that we learned a great deal more than any class or documentary could teach us in the same amount of time. You made each of their stories come to life and you perfectly illustrated how every one of them was a leader while highlighting the same traits that we can personally find within ourselves.”

— Melissa MacIntyre, D.A.R.E. Leadership Advisor, Banting S.S. London, ON

Lady Caress

“The event went extremely well. We had a nice turnout of at least 50 people. One of the crowd’s favorite parts was how Lady Caress hosted the event. Lady Caress not only read some of her own poetry but she also played off of what the student performers read. Another great part of the show was how Lady Caress was able to engage the crowd with people also staying six feet apart. It is very hard to engage crowds during this time and the way that she went about it was amazing. “

— Rebecca, Bradley University

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