The Closing Your Event Should Include

Since I am wanting to pursue a career that is geared towards some sort of event planning activity, I wanted to find an interesting article that relates to this topic. So, I searched this and found an article that includes vital information in which I can take with me in my future. The article was titled, "How to Choose the Right After Dinner Entertainment For Your Event". When I first saw this title, I thought hmm why would the after dinner entertainment matter? But as I continued to read, I realized the importance of wowing you attendees with a final hoorah after their tummies are full and happy. You want to leave a lasting impression that will have people only speaking good things about your event for the weeks and even years to come, not the bad aspects. And as we all know, the closing of any book, movie, speech, etc., is the one aspect that sticks in the minds of the audience because it is the most recent part to them. Throughout this blog I will explain how incorporating magic and illusion shows, cirque performances, dance shows, the latest technology, live music, and after dinner speakers can be effective ways of closing your events based on the theme you are trying to accomplish.

I will be begin by explaining how magic and illusion shows can be effective for certain events. These shows offer intriguing and exciting after dinner entertainment due to the universal appeal magic has on individuals. As magic has reached new heights in the last few years due to the growth of technology, it has become more popular and attention grabbing. Magic can now be completely customized with the incorporation of digital and physical tactics that will leave the audience with memories from the event that they truly cannot forget. I, personally, find magic shows very interesting, even though I do not necessarily believe in magic. I believe this goes to show that ,possibly, many others may view magic the same way I do, but find it to be a fun scenario to watch that truly captures their attention. 

The next after dinner suggestion mentioned was the cirque performance. I am not exactly sure how I feel about including this is your event, unless your event has some sort of theme geared towards this. But cirque performances do offer extraordinary moves, music, aerial routines, and high energy for your audience to be encompassed by. Before implementing this performance, you would have to, of course, have the room to host it, which is something to keep in mind. 

Dance shows are one of the ideas I favor due to the high impact entertainment it offers. I feel that dancing grasps the audience better than any other performance extinguishes due to the insane amount of preparation these dancers have put into their routine and the pure talent they have to show off. Not only can you cater a dance show to your specific event theme, but you can also fit dance shows into any sort of venue. This is an overall winner to me. 

As far as using the latest technology as an after dinner event goes, I believe it can be done well if the right technology is used. There are many types of technology you can use varying from hologram shows or video mapping. These impressive and high versatile types of technology extinguish a presentation that can leave the audience speechless with a lasting impression. Again, you would have to conduct the research needed to choose which type of technology you would like to leave your audience in awe. 

Only a couple more to examine, I promise, hang tight! 

Live music, such as a live party band, DJ, or live musicians, are always a "go to" event conducted after dinner, in my opinion. And do not get me wrong, I believe music is effective in many ways, but I also think it can be overused. In order to incorporate this, you would have to deeply analyze the demographic qualities your audience expresses so you know the exact music to play. But everyone likes to jam out and let loose every once in a while! 

Lastly, the after dinner speakers. My first thought: "BORING", but I cannot be that quick to judge. These speakers do a heck of a job at what they do, and they can definitely reengage the audience's attention after dinner. They can be tailored towards the event you are hosting extremely easily, which is a huge perk. These speakers also offer uplifting, motivating, and enlightening facts and opinions that inspire the audience and make them comfortable in the environment they are in.

With all of this said, the one important fact about closing your event to keep in mind is: Finding the perfect fit that reaches the audience you intend on hosting effectively. Do your research and you will be more prepared than ever to leave your audience happy with your event!  

CoverGirl's Beauty Boy Controversy

I recently saw a CoverGirl commercial that featured a male wearing their makeup. On top of viewing this commercial, I also read an article explaining the impact this male, James Charles, exposes to the public. Before I move on, I want to warn you that I will be examining the two sides of this controversy. As everyone knows, we all have our own opinions and that is how the World functions! If we did not have these personal opinions, the World would be a dull and boring place. Anyways, back on track with this CoverGirl ad. When I was first exposed to this ad, the one of many thoughts that I had was, "Oh boy, there is going to be a mix of emotions when people first see this ad." I feel that this advertisement, in general, is one that can be extremely touchy where people tend to have strong opinions because it cane easily be related to the transgender situation. I personally believe that this ad has nothing to do with supporting the transgender community. Instead, I feel that this ad's purpose is trying to show everyone that you can be whoever you want. And if you want to wear makeup as a male, go for it! There should be nothing holding you back, and this male does a fantastic job at expressing his unique characteristics with CoverGirl's makeup.

Here is a picture of James Charles, CoverGirl's "Beauty Boy":

The article I read told a story about two specific words: "hate" and "courage". With these two words in mind, the article went on to state how hate is the most dangerous four letter word the World has ever known, which is why they wanted to focus more on the word "courage" while explaining a story. The story went on to state how you should put yourself in the shoes of a young man that realized he was gay and told his parents. And after a few years, you start playing with makeup and realize that these cosmetics make you feel better about yourself. You then develop a Youtube channel by the age of 17, and CoverGirl has decided to name you the first ever cover boy. This story then goes on by saying how there will be haters of this new movement, but Charles does not let any hateful comments affect his character. This story can be an inspiration to anyone in some way, no matter what your views may hold. There was one specific phrase in the Allure article that truly caught my eye. Here it is, "There was a wall. He tore it down. There was a trail. He blazed one. There was a group of people. And he just gave them a role model." I believe that this statement is powerful, uplifting, and most importantly, impactful. This trail to success can be used in any situation you find yourself coming across, whether it is in work or school. You tear the wall down that is blocking you from succeeding and you allow yourself to develop a trail that will lead you to the goal you are hoping to achieve and because of this, many people will look up to you. This is just another impactful story that people seem to be critical about, but do not understand they have probably accomplished a similar story in different terms obviously. 

Another key statement brought up in this article explained, "If you judge someone for the powders and creams they put on their face, if you are governed by bigotry, if you are driven by intolerance, if you are threatened by differences, if you are scared by anyone who doesn't look like you, we will not give you a microphone." This is a statement that gets to the point by using the powerful words to explain how being different should not be judged in any way. Differences are actually encouraged and promote self expression. So, if a man wants to wear eyeliner or foundation, there should be not be any sort of hate expressed to him directly or indirectly. We should all focus on building each other up instead of pulling each other down with the different forms of hate that can be easily expressed. 

Overall, I believe CoverGirl's "beauty boy" is an eye opening movement that people can look up to in different ways, and not jump to conclusions so quickly.