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Virtual Event Tips From Comedian Mike Maxwell

Posted by Olivia Borsari on October 15, 2020

Mike Maxwell, a comedian from the Chicago area, has been performing at corporate functions, college and university events, comedy clubs, festivals, and benefit shows around the world for the past 15 years.

Mike not only has extensive experience performing in front of live audiences, but has also become a pro at virtual performances. We heard from Mike on how he's focusing on his business and what he's doing to execute successful virtual shows. 

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How Santa Claus Can Keep the Holiday Spirit Alive This Year

Posted by Olivia Borsari on October 5, 2020

While the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted the way people will celebrate the holidays this year, we do know that Santa Claus will still play a major part in helping to spread joy to people all over the world. In fact, over 150 Santas are available for virtual events on The Bash, ready and waiting to be booked for celebrations.

Read on to find some tips for spreading holiday cheer this year, including a step-by-step guide for performing virtually and ideas for safe contactless events.

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Virtual Event Tips from a Psychic, Fortune Teller, and Hypnotist

Posted by Olivia Borsari on September 30, 2020

With holiday celebrations right around the corner, vendors like Fortune Tellers, Psychics, and Hypnotists are in high demand. Although these holiday events may look different than last year, vendors and party planners are still looking to celebrate safely.

We caught up with Fortune Teller Mystic Kathryn & Associates, Hypnotist Amye Scharlau, and Psychic Davida Rappaport to find out what they are doing to perform at virtual events right now and what advice they have for other performers during this time.

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Tips for Performing Virtually From Cover Band Carly & the King

Posted by Olivia Borsari on September 25, 2020

Meet Carly & the King, a talented and successful cover band from Los Angeles, California. The musical duo, Carly and Sebastian, perform at many different types of private parties and at renowned venues throughout Southern California. They have also been performing together virtually and are sharing some advice and tips they have for other musicians who are looking to perfect their virtual performance right now. 

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How Guitarist Joshua J Schmidt Is Getting Virtual and Contactless Gigs

Posted by Olivia Borsari on September 21, 2020

Meet Joshua J Schmidt, an acoustic guitarist from BloomingtonMN. Joshua has performed at many big festivals like the Basilica Block Party, FireFly Festival, and Summerfest, to name a few. He also enjoys performing on smaller stages for private events like weddings, birthday parties, corporate events, and more. 

Joshua has been a member of The Bash for only a year, but already has won our Best of 2019 Award! Along with his rave reviews, he also has impressive experience in the music industry. We caught up with Joshua to find out how he got started, what he's doing currently to offer contactless performances, and much more! 

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How These Santas Are Preparing for Events This Holiday Season

Posted by Olivia Borsari on September 17, 2020

It's hard to believe that the holiday season is just a few short months away and that celebrations might look a little different this year. However, as we speak with Santas nationwide, they are still planning to spread holiday cheer through safe in-person celebrations and even virtual events.

We caught up with two longtime Santa Clauses to find out what they are doing to safely perform at events this holiday season. See what they had to say!

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Member Spotlight - Apiary Cafe

Posted by Olivia Borsari on September 10, 2020

Meet Apiary Cafe, a catering company out of Larchmont, NY. From casual and down-home meals to fine dining, Apiary Cafe customizes a menu full of the freshest and most delicious food for any type of event.

Amazingly, Apiary Cafe joined The Bash in mid-August and had their first booking by the end of August! We checked in with Apiary Cafe to learn more about their catering business and see what they're doing to safely service contactless events right now.

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Tips For Bartenders and Caterers Servicing Contactless Events

Posted by Olivia Borsari on August 19, 2020

Contactless gatherings, social distancing events, and virtual parties have certainly increased in popularity since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. But what does this look like exactly for vendors like bartenders and caterers? While we certainly don't have all of the answers, we are continually learning and highlighting what vendors are doing right now to adapt to events.

Here you'll find some ideas and ways for bartenders and caterers to safely provide services right now.

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How Barspirit Bartending Is Adapting to Events Right Now

Posted by Olivia Borsari on August 3, 2020

Barspirit Premier Bartending Service provides skilled and experienced bartenders for weddings, corporate events, and other private parties throughout Los Angeles, Las Vegas, New York and Boston. Barspirit is also now hosting virtual bartending events for those not able to host in-person events or for those who just want to learn how to make a delicious cocktail at home!  

Here's how Barspirit got started and what they're doing to host virtual events right now.

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Member Spotlight - Crème de la Crème Bartenders

Posted by Olivia Borsari on July 29, 2020

Meet Crème de la Crème Bartenders from Baltimore, MD. Crème de la Crème specializes in mobile bartending services, creating custom craft cocktail menus for wedding receptions, birthday parties, corporate events, and much more! 

We caught up with Crème de la Crème to find out their top tips for other bartenders in the business, how they got started, advice surrounding social distancing and contactless events happening this summer, and much more.

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