Sunday, June 27, 2010

June Performer Spotlight - Maximum Velocity


This month we highlight Maximum Velocity an action sports stunt team whose shows can be customized for nearly any venue and budget.

Maximum Velocity consists of athletes who perform stunts on freestyle bikes, in-line skates, and skateboards. The show can be performed on a variety of hard surfaces including asphalt, concrete and yes even wood gym floors. The team provides it all box jumps, half pipes, quarter pipes, street spines and more turning your venue into an action sports mecca. In the event your venue has a grass or dirt surface a wood runway can be built for the athletes.

The show provides a sound system, professional announcer, the athletes, equipment and is fully insured. There are several shows to choose from depending on your budget, venue and the length of show your would like to have. Some show options include the Box Jump show and the Street Course show.

All new this year, by popular demand, Maximum Velocity has added a Dirt Jump Show to their line up featuring BMX bikes and two dirt jumps. The team will work with your facility to built a proper course for the riders.

Maximum Velocity has performed successfully at theme parks, fairs, National Night Out, New Year's Eve events, festivals, corporate picnics and halftime shows. Just this winter Maximum Velocity was featured on an episode of ABC's Extreme Home Makeover where they assisted in the demolition phase of a project home.

Maximum Velocity also offers a package for non-profit groups to use as a fundraising event that can be held indoors or out. Suitable venues would be skate-parks, basketball courts, hockey rinks (no ice), etc. This fundraiser is perfect for PTO's, school groups, or any organization looking to attract or raise money for projects involving young people.

Call us for a proposal to suit or needs and budget or for details on the fundraising show।

Sunday, June 6, 2010

May 2010 in Review

The month of May is now all but a memory, seems hard to believe!  We spent much of the month preparing for the summer season however we do have a couple of events to report on. 

The Bravo Brothers appeared in Groton, Connecticut for Kids Karnival a children's event sponsored by Subase New London's MWR.  We were so glad to see Kids Karnival get 3 days of nice weather after the last few years of lets just say not so optimum conditions.  The event ran from April 30 to May 2nd with the Bravo Brothers appearing on Saturday and Sunday May 1st and 2nd. Mary Catherine from the MWR Dept. said "I was very pleased with the Bravo Brothers, they really added a nice touch to Kids Karnival!"

 The Bravo Brothers are made up of Brian Dwyer and Rick Pantano (actually nephew and uncle) who currently have a children's music album available through Sony/RED Music on the Strawhouse Entertainment label.  Their music is geared toward children 2 to 10 years old and is fun for mom and dad to listen to as well.  You can find their albums available online @ Amazon or at your favorite music retailer. 

On May 7th we lauched the MacKay Entertainment Facebook page.  If you haven't already become a fan please do so today.  Everyday we post updates on new acts, routing opportunities, specials and more.  We try not to post more than once or twice a day as not to drive you crazy.  But if you are in the business of entertaining people we hope you might join us. 

Also I'd like to put a call out for marching bands to submit your package to us!  Please send photos, bio, references, video, music samples what ever you can to help us and you get the job.  Packages can be sent through e-mail to mackayentertainment@gmail.com or by USPS to Marybeth MacKay, MacKay Entertainment, P.O. Box 683, Bridgewater, MA 02324.  For the past two years I have had more calls from parades than I have parade units to fill the spots.  Such a shame to let a good job go!

A friendly reminder to all events, we are already getting requests for proposals for Fall 2010 & all of 2011 as well as contracts coming in.  However, we still have acts available for last minute booking for 2010, last minute acts can offer a great deal.  We are getting a number of last minute calls that are becoming difficult to fill.  Some tips for last minute booking:  1) you may want to be not too particular about the type of act, keep an open mind 2) the best deals can be found on routable or local acts 3) Remember to promote your last minute addition through the media, we are willing to help you do this at no charge, just ask.  That way you will get maximum bang for your last minute buck!

Tuesday, June 1, 2010

Blue Brothers - Sanctioned By Dan Aykroyd and the John Belushi Estate!

BLUES BROTHERS


The Jake and Elwood Blues Revue is the only Blues Brothers tribute show officially sanctioned by Dan Aykroyd and the John Belushi Estate. These amazing impersonators have been performing for more than 10 years across the globe for over 1,000 corporate functions. Based in Orlando, Florida, this incredible duo is a mainstay at Universal Studios and House of Blues. Add a high-energy dance band, and you have one of the most powerful acts in the country.


There’s a 9-piece band with full horn section. This interactive show boasts up to 60 minutes of non-stop energy complete with “Soul Man”, “Everybody Needs Somebody”, “Gimme Some Lovin” all of the familiar songs from the hit movie “The Blues Brothers” and “Saturday Night Live”. During “Sweet Home Chicago” one lucky guest will become an ‘Honorary Blues Brother’!

The Jake and Elwood Blues Revue is the only Blues Brothers tribute show officially sanctioned by Dan Aykroyd and the John Belushi Estate! This Act is guaranteed to bring the house down Chicago Style for your Casino, Fair, Cruise Ship, Festival, Performing Arts Center, Venue, or corporate function.

Accolades include:

•The longest running show at Universal Studios Orlando

•The #1 corporate show at House of Blues Downtown Disney

•Opened the Daytona 500

•Rang the bell at the New York Stock Exchange in front of a world-wide audience

•Over 10,000 appearances to date!

See them above, and much more on the new “Blues Brothers 25th Anniversary DVD”!


To Book the Blues Brothers: Contact Gordon & Marybeth MacKay – 1-508-947-8595