Magical? Maybe. Cool? Oh yes...
Thursday, 26 August 2010

Well, it's time to drag myself away from Angry Birds and put my iPad to work.

Check out our new iPad slideshow page which gives details of our brand new service. When you book one of our wedding entertainment packages, we can bring the iPad along to turn your photos into a great spectacle for your guests. That's as long as you select the right pictures of course!

We are always looking to invest in new technology in an effort to create your perfect wedding entertainment. So if you think we can help you, just get in touch for a free consultation.

Now I just need to work out how buying a new Xbox can add something to your big day...

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The GetWedMobile!
Thursday, 15 April 2010


Batman had the Batmobile, Penelope Pitstop had the Pussycat Compact and now we have the GetWedMobile! ™

Check out the pictures of our tasteful new motor which will hopefully send hundreds of local people to visit www.getwed.biz

The graphics were produced by Kramers Designs and we think they look fantastic!

If you spot it driving around and are looking for great wedding entertainment then you can even grab yourself a bargain. Just tell us where and when you witnessed our picturesque Picanto and you can get 10% discount off our entertainment packages.

Happy spotting!


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Your wedding, your choice...
Friday, 29 January 2010

I've just finished a project that proves that when it comes to your wedding, you can have anything you want. Don't be put off by a parents' disapproval if you want to eschew the traditional fruit cake. Ignore your chief bridesmaid's sneering views on the colour scheme. And don't let a hotel wedding planner persuade you to cut your guest list so you can fit into their venue. One guy tried this with us, needless to say we nodded politely and chose to celebrate elsewhere.

Finally, when it comes to your first dance, you should do exactly what you want. I've just finished editing a seven minute megamix for a couple featuring sixteen songs! They didn't choose an old smoochy number to please their gran or something 'cool' to impress their friends They plan to take their guests on an epic musical odyssey featuring Shania Twain, Elvis and The Birdie Song. The music they want to hear.

It might not be to your taste. You might shudder at the thought of The Macarena being played on your big day. But you know what? Who cares? This is not your big day, it's theirs. I can't mention the happy couple's names as the whole thing is top secret. This should make it all the more fun for the guests who are sure to be clapping and singing along.

The first dance is always a focal point at any wedding reception and ideally the time when the party can really begin. When we sing live, we usually fill the dancefloor by performing our party set straight after the first dance. This sets the evening in full swing as the guests party until the early hours.

We often perform the first dance live, a great way of making a special moment even more memorable. If that's what you fancy, then great - get in touch and we'll start learning the song you want to dance to. But if you have an idea, no matter how crazy, then let your entertainer know. I'm sure they'll be happy to help you create your perfect first dance whether it's through music choice, first dance choreography or even a few confetti cannons.

Whatever you choose, enjoy it. You only get one first dance.

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Bargain basement?
Wednesday, 20 January 2010

I've been following a few threads online with people discussing their wedding DJs. It's an interesting topic as entertainers generally have such a poor reputation. Horror stories of no-shows and unsuitable music abound, doubtless terrifying anyone planning their wedding.

The other amazing revelation is just what people pay for wedding discos. Quotes range from £120 to £730 (!) for five hours of music. People are then paying extra for a longer playing time or for asking the DJ to climb stairs! It's no wonder that booking a disco is such a minefield. I don't of any other industry where prices vary so dramatically for a similar service.

Of course, that's what it comes down to: The service is rarely similar. If you a paying £120 for a part-time DJ, you're unlikely to get exactly what you're after. He may not have the songs that you want (or be unwilling to get hold of them) or may dress inappropriately. You wouldn't trust your wedding food to anyone who says they can cook, so why do the same for your entertainment?

What surprised me is the number of people who chose the cheapest option and were subsequently disappointed. The average wedding disco is around six hours - a major part of the day. Make sure you put it in the hands of a professional! I recommend that you meet them in advance and let them know exactly what you want.

Of course your wedding budget is important, nobody has unlimited funds. There are savings that can be made in many areas but skimping on a DJ could be false economy. You may get two or three quotes and be happy with the DJ who's cheapest: Result! If not, I'd urge you to find the money to ensure the day of your dreams.

If you want a no-obligation consultation about how Get Wed can create your perfect wedding, don't hesitate to get in touch. Good luck!

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Boogie on down!
Friday, 27 November 2009

Another day, another website! Boogie Babes went live roday at 3:18am. It's full of information about our pre-school dance classes and parties.

If you have a little one in your home, why not get along and find out more?

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Step into the Limelight...
Monday, 26 October 2009

Although Get Wed keeps us rather busy at weekends, it's our theatre school that we focus on during the week. Our new website has just launched at www.limelighttheatre.biz so please stop by and take a look.

It's only a matter of time before we merge the two businesses and start renting out bridesmaids to families with no kids...watch this space!

If there's any brides who would like to tone up before their big day then check out our Limelight Ladies class. Visit here for more details.

Hope to see you soon!

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A quick cheque...
Wednesday, 21 October 2009

Argh. Ugh. Hmm. Fnrrr.

It's taken a while to work out exactly how to spell the words that I am currently thinking. I have others in my mind (that I can spell) but hey, this is a family blog.

What could get a mild mannered Brit like myself so worked up? Could it be the illegal war? How about the X-Factor twins? Surprisingly, it's neither - though for the record, one of them is an affront to every human being and an international disgrace. That Iraq thing was pretty bad too.

No, my ire is directed solely towards (FANFARE) The Royal Mail. Apparently this esteemed organisation can trace its history back to 1516, when Henry VIII established a 'Master Of The Post' (thanks Wikipedia.) There were problems though, from the very start. Apparently, old Henry didn't get his divorce papers in the mail, so he had to chop his missus' head off instead. As an interesting sidenote, this is why there is a disembodied queen's head on stamps to this day.*

And why am I so mad? Because like many people, I AM TRYING TO RUN A BUSINESS. Cheques and booking forms are consistently going missing or taking an inordinate amount of time to arrive. I am still waiting for a deposit from Birmingham which was posted on 25th September. A month ago! Now the client has to go through the hassle of cancelling then re-issuing the cheque and trusting the postmen/women/persons who are about to go on strike again. Argh. Ugh. Hmm. Fnrrr. (There it is again.)

Unfortunately this particular person doesn't use PayPal, the secure online payment system that Get Wed employs. That's a shame as it's a brilliantly easy way for a business such as ours to accept payments. Just go to our pricing page and click on the relevant button. Simple. Like a postman. It's an expensive system for us (though of course we don't pass those costs on to you, dear customer!) but is worth it for the peace of mind it provides.

So here is my advice. If you are booking with us: Use PayPal. If you are sending a parcel: Call City Link. And if you are trying to get a letter from Birmingham to Brighouse: Just walk. It'll be far, far quicker.

* This is almost certainly a lie.

PS. You may be wondering why the blog has been so quiet recently. Well, I've been updating it daily but I guess my witty, carefully-crafted musings must have got lost in the post...

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