"Wild Elogence" LSNY Lights up the Beach for Uma's Dance Fashion Bat Mitzvah Party




 When I was growing up in Southern NJ as a teen who just loved playing baseball, creating group dance moves and making people laugh, I never imagined I'd be able to do 2 of the 3 things I've loved my whole life in NYC let alone internationally.  

As many of you know from reading the blogs here I've had the opportunity to perform in Switzerland, the Caribbean, Canada, and Hawaii, at incredible 5 Star venues with impeccable service, places I'd probably would have never known about were it not for the wonderful clientele and planners that invite me and our team to celebrate their milestone events with them.



 The sheer positive energy and vibrancy that fill these events is so intoxicating, you just never want it to end.  It was like that again Sunday night at the Vanderbilt at South Beach.  I had performed in Staten Island only twice in my career, this what a beautiful venue to have an event. The Vanderbilt is right on the beach which makes for a scenic backdrop as you can see by the ceremony picture..




While perhaps one of the most logistically challenging events of the season with a previous afternoon party on their site that ran long, our highly efficient production professionals at LSNY went into high gear putting together an incredible room which would normally be a 3 hour set up in just under an hour and a half with attention to every detail, logistics and the ideal placement of each piece, electric run, every wire, every light, including production notes, and performance cues.  I LOVE my team!

Ian Maksik, Event Producer at the venue was courteous and as hospitable as could possibly be.  Each challenge that arose was adeptly and smartly handled in cooperation with the staff at the Vanderbilt. With a winning combination of hospitality, food and beautiful venue, I could see how the Chalik family decided to have their daughter's mitzvah there.

I had the opportunity to meet with Natasha and Uma at Rogers Dance Sport where Uma trains with her ballroom partner.  I got to see Uma in action on a few occasions.  She works very hard and is a wonderful dancer as the video will show.  That dedication and passion for dancing certainly filled this party.

The Chaliks' chose an original and exciting theme of Dance Fashions for Uma's party.   Each table had a realistic looking mannequin or should I say femalequin in a gorgeous hot and sexy Latin ballroom gown.  When I first walked into the space I thought they had live female models posing on each table that's how beautiful they all looked.  Each one of those costume gowns would have looked amazing on the female dancers of Dancing with the Stars.

One of the highlights was Uma and her friends gave a dance performance (see video) to the theme of the Pink Panther with a slamming remix thrown in so they could show off the dramatic and funky sides of their skills.   Natasha asked us to bring in black lights to help highlight the number to get the most effect. The girls knocked it out of the park.


And perhaps my favorite moment of the night at the end when Natasha up in one of our dancers arms threw a triumphant fist in the air with such force she nearly took Charles down. But an amazing catch and the moment lives forever as an unforgettable moment!

Another truly exciting and wonderful night and I cannot be more thankful for the wonderful clients that come to our events and get engaged and lift off with us.  It's so much fun to be a part of these milestone celebrations.  On behalf of the entire crew I want to thank Natasha, Yuly, Gary and Uma for making it so much fun for us!  The Chalik's let it all out on the dance floor holding nothing back.

Particular thanks to Natasha who was fully invested and involved with the party from beginning to end.  We had many great conversations, brainstorming sessions and collaborative moments that helped bring out the best for Uma.

Mitzvah season has come to a close and now it's time to focus on our upcoming weddings.  I look forward to the next party to share with you.

What Makes an Unforgettable Party - Video Post

Forget the Triathlon - This was a Sweet Hurricane of Joy - Katie's Bnei Mitzvah in Franklin Lakes

Earlier in the day the Franklin Lakes Triathlon and later that night the theme of "Giving Everything you Got" continued as Katie's amazing  friends from Franklin Avenue Middle School and beyond went Olympic in their enthusiasm and energy blowing the roof off of the Indian Trail Club.  The room was literally rocking.



My DJ sent me a text message on Sunday morning following the Alpert's Sweet Escape Bnei Mitzvah Party at the beautiful Indian Trail Club in Franklin Lakes, NJ. 

Mike,
I had to write you regarding Katie's party last night. Out of all the affairs we have done together, this was by far the best one!

The energy, excitement, enthusiasm and pure vibe that was in the room all night was amazing. The kids as well as the adults enjoyed themselves to the fullest and kept the energy at the highest level from the minute the room opened until the last song was played. I have never seen a room opening as crazy and energetic as last night. That will be impossible to top at future affairs. Pure Excellence. Until next time.

DJ Jason


A note like this is rare, but Jason caputred the feeling from all of us here. 
 
It's beautiful how after thousands of parties, our love of these great events is rejuvenating and refreshing as if it was the first one. A celebration like this can light up people's spirits like Northern Lights for a very long time. Mom Susan Alpert after the party was glowing like she'd successfully climbed Mount Everest. 
 
Congratulations also to Martha Baum of Events by Martha who created a tasteful and fun look for the Sweet Escape room.  We up lit the room with LED changing lights and enhanced it with our intelligent moving lights creating the color changes you see in the video. 
 
The family created a funny intro movie with Gary Scheige and the talented crew from REELIFE MEDIA shown on our LSNY 50" Plasma screens.  This led to Katie's entrance being carried in as if asleep to 100 kids screaming her awake!


The LSNY Superstars were so pumped by the kids and guests no one wanted to leave. Everyone was hanging out back on the patio soaking it up like a great homecoming victory. 

Congratulations to Katie and the Alpert Family for a spectacular and unforgettable night. 

If you would like your Bnei Mitzvah to look and feel like what you see on the video give us a call at 201 475-5769.  We would love to create one for you.

The Ultimate Games Master - Party Master goes to College

In October last year Hostos Community College in the Bronx had a Career Carnival. Right in the middle of the School.  You might imagine the kind of spectacle that created. And it did.



LSNY Events was hired to consult, advise, assist with programming and host the event.  The Hostos Career Services Team featuring director Rebecca Hoda-Kearse were dedicated and resilient in pulling this wonderful day off.

In the video above yours truly came in all white with a new Billy Preston Doo just for the occasion. In sunglasses I look a lot taller.

It was a fast paced, music rocking, welcomed interruption into the school day. We did everything from Persistence is Key Hula Hoop Competition to Let me Hook you Up and the Un-Fashion Show. About 5 pages of script and improvisational moments held it all together.  And I mean how can you look away from a giant Afro in a white suit.

And with all the curve balls a live event such as this throws at you, the HCS Team brought it together with great aplomb and few cherries!  Hoda-Kearse reported it was one of the most successful Career Carnivals ever.

If you are in need of a unique and memorable host to knock em out for your special event call me Michael at 201 457-5769.  It's not just hosting, you get 20 years of creativity and collaboration.