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39th Annual ZippityZooDoo in Cleveland

2012 Cleveland Metroparks – Zoolin Rouge

This annual event is really special to us. Not only do we all support the Cleveland Metropark Zoo but it is a prefect chance to work with some of the best event professionals on a truly collaborative event. Everyone had an important role to play in this very successful event. Over $285,000 were raised including auction pledges!

Rock The House was selected to provide tent lighting, our Green Screen Photo Magic, and the silent auction video presentation for this fundraiser. Our silent auction video package is something we are very proud of. Our designers create dynamic images to entice attendees to bid on the fabulous donated items that the Zoo was offering. Not only is the creative process of this exciting to us but it is also a way for us to impact donations directly.

Being able to show off our ability to create a WOW factor in a tented event space is something we really excel at. This event had some of the most breath taking temporary structures from Everything Tented. We saw each guest’s jaw drop when they saw this event space.

We learned a lot about our Cleveland Metropark Zoo while at this event. Did you know that over 3,000 animals live on this 183 acre venue? It’s a pretty impressive event venue on top of being a staple of what makes Cleveland special.

Thanks to all our fellow vendors for the opportunity to show off this wonderful location:

Also, thanks to Clue In Cleveland for all the great tweets.

RTH Gives Back – 2012 Solon Relay For Life

18 Hours Running on Hope

Rock The House’s RTH Gives Back Program is dedicated to enhancing our community with our unique skills and assets. There are a wide variety of worthy causes that we give time and resources to because we love our community and we want it to be as strong as it can be.

Once again, Rock The House has provided MCs, sound equipment/production, and entertainment to the Solon Relay For Life. Over $42,000 was raised over the 18 hours of festivities that started on Friday, June 8th and continued straight through to Saturday, June 9th at 11:00 AM! Survivors between the ages of 8 and 80 were on-hand to celebrate with friends and family their success of beating cancer. It really gave hope to all who attended that a cure is possible with more research and money.

Our MCs and dancers were on hand to guide the event through every hour. In addition to keeping the flow of the event moving, Rock The House called on it’s many years experience creating and running games where everyone can be involved. 18 hours is a long time to party but we made it happen! We want to really applaud our team’s efforts because involvement in this event was purely voluntary on their part. When we say we have a commitment to our community we mean EVERYONE! The company gave it’s resources and equipment but these individuals gave up their time (very willingly) and its that level of commitment that makes us proud.

For more photos, check out our Facebook Album from this event.

June 2012 Team Member of The Month

DJ Shane ROCKS!

Each month, Rock The House Entertainment management chooses one team member who has exceededall expectations. With a team this passionate, it’s a harder job than you’d think. This month, however, Shane LaPlante really stood out. Not only did management feel Shane went above and beyond his job duties, but his peers did as well. He had a number of write-in votes for this honor by those he works with at each event.

Event Entertainment Disc Jockey

Shane has been a DJ with Rock The House since he joined the team in November of 2010. He established himself early as a driven team member by requesting sessions with senior DJs to learn as many tricks as he could. This drive was recognized as the start of a truly gifted entertainer. Other team members have stated that Shane pushes them to get better at what they do, and that is a trait that makes us all proud. Traditionally, our MCs are the leaders of our events, but this does not mean that the leadership mentality has to only be realized exclusively by the show leads. Shane leads by example. By making sure the client’s first impression of the DJ rig is always impressive (by keeping everything clean and taped down) he sets his other team members up for success.

Shane told us that his favorite part of an event is the moments of reflection after a show is complete. His drive pushes him to always look for ways things could have gone smoother, and to learn from the unique situations of every show. This hunger for growth and refinement is something you can’t teach. His advice to his team is to always smile and keep cool. It’s an entertainer’s job to stay in control and to be focused on the success of the event.  In doing so, an entertainer can adapt to any challenge.

One of the most impressive things about Shane is that he is one of the most requested DJs by both venue operators and Rock The House team leaders. It is pretty rare for a venue operator to request a DJ because they are not traditionally the event’s point of contact. Shane is proof that any member of our team, regardless of their role, can make a positive impression on our clients as well as industry peers.

Mitzvah Wedding Entertainment

When we asked Shane what it means to him to be a member of Rock The House, he said his training has given him the confidence to be on stage and never be nervous.  You can always tell that Shane is having fun, and that goes a long way in helping the guests have fun!

Thanks for all your hard work, Shane! You Rock!

Wedding Lighting at Shaker Heights Country Club

Wedding Reception Teamwork

When Kirkbrides Wedding Planning calls, we answer! Kirkbrides put together an AMAZING team for this Shaker Heights Country Club wedding reception. It’s such a pleasure to work with other professionals at the top of their game. No aspect of this wedding wasn’t absolutely fantastic. You could instantly tell that every detail was thought of which lead to a smooth and very FUN party.

As the lighting professionals on this event, it was our task to create the client’s unique vision for this already breath-taking venue ballroom. This couple was looking for a effect that was beyond just uplighting. Our uplights helped wash the room in their specific colors but it was our on-site lighting designer who created an experience that paired with the live band’s performance. Jerry Bruno Production’s “The Orchestra” coordinated their set list with our lighting designer in an effort that took full advantage of the their strengths.

For a list of all the great event professionals that worked together on this wedding, see below.

Did Your Prom Rock? Brecksville/Broadview Heights’ Sure Did!

Cleveland Event Lighting Production Creates a Prom to Remember

Cleveland Lighting DJs at The Renaissance rock out for Brecksville/Broadview Heights in downtown Cleveland. The Rock The House DJ / MC team brought unparalleled entertainment to B/BH’s prom.  Our DJs are trained to read the crowd and have a musical expertise that could keep you moving all night! These guys know music of all kinds and they knew what this group of high schoolers would dance to. Our Emcee had every student on the floor for hours!  There were no wall flowers in Cleveland on this night.  They coordinated with all the other prom professionals to make a special evening. They ensured that everyone was able to relax and get loose for this event.

School dances are a Rock The House specialty.  Our Emcee proclaimed the Prom Court, King, and Queen.  The royal party then was led to dance by the King and Queen. Rock The House green screen Photo Magic provided photo novelties for the students to take home.  Funny hats, glasses, etc. were given to the students to make as goofy a photo as they wanted! Rock The House Entertainment has been the leading entertainment provider for school dances in Northeast Ohio for over a decade. Let us show you what we can do for your next school dance – www.RTHgroup.com

Eric Got Rocked at Barley House with our Event Lighting!

Our DJs ROCKED at Barley House

AJ’s Bar Mitzvah at Barley House in Beachwood, Ohio was an exciting one! The Rock The House DJ / MC team brought entertainment to all guests with one of the most fun packages – The Video Dance Party. The Rock The House Video Dance Party brings another element to the dance floor. It gives our DJs the ability to play music videos of the songs being played as well as the chance to put the excitement of the night’s dance floor on the big screen.

To make sure everyone is having the most fun possible, our Party Motivators made sure everyone had the best time on the dance floor. Our dancers are a group with unprecedented skills. When they are moving on the dance floor...the guests took pictures! Another trick we have are our novelties. Nothing gets our dancing guests excited like light-up hats, sunglasses, and more.

Each guest had the opportunity to leave the event with our Green Screen Photo Magic framed photo. AJ and his family were able to choose their own custom backgrounds for photos available all evening.

Rock The House Entertainment has been the leading entertainment provider for Bar and Bat Mitzvah in Northeast Ohio for over a decade. Let us show you what we can do for your next simchawww.RTHgroup.com

Beachwood’s Prom Rocks All Night with our Lighting

Cleveland’s Hottest DJs Rocked Beachwood High School

Cleveland Lighting DJs at the Club at Key Center rock out for Beachwood High School‘s prom and after prom. The Rock The House DJ / MC team brought unparalleled entertainment to Beachwood‘s event. Our DJs are trained to read the crowd and have music knowledge that could keep you moving all night! These guys LOVE music of all kinds and they knew what this group of high schoolers would react to. Our Emcee was a true master of ceremonies in every sense of the words. They coordinated with all the other prom professionals to make a magical evening. They ensured that everyone was able to relax and be a guest at their own event.

School dances are a Rock The House specialty.  Our Emcee proclaimed the Prom Court, King, and Queen.  The royal party then was led to dance by the King and Queen.  After the dance was over, Rock The House continued to entertain for the Beachwood after prom back at the high school.  Air brush tattoos and body art were offered to the students to add some cool, artistic creations.  Rock The House Entertainment has been the leading entertainment provider for school dances in Northeast Ohio for over a decade. Let us show you what we can do for your next school dance – www.RTHgroup.com

Euclid’s Prom is a Night To Remember with our Lighting Designs

Our DJs Turn Any Floor into an Experience!

Cleveland Lighting DJs at Lamalfa Party Center in Mentor, Ohio rock out for Euclid High School’s Senior Prom. The Rock The House DJ / MC team brought unparalleled entertainment to Euclid’s prom.  Our DJs are trained to read the crowd and have a musical expertise that could keep you moving all night! These guys know music of all kinds and they knew what this group of high schoolers would dance to. Our Emcee had every student on the floor for hours!  They coordinated with all the other prom professionals to make a special evening.  They ensured that everyone was able to relax and get excited for this event.

School dances are a Rock The House specialty.  Our Emcee proclaimed the Prom Court, King, and Queen.  The royal party then was led to dance by the King and Queen.  Rock The House Entertainment has been the leading entertainment provider for school dances in Northeast Ohio for over a decade. Let us show you what we can do for your next school dance – www.RTHgroup.com

Hathaway Brown After Prom Gets a Little Fishy (In a Good Way!)

Cleveland DJ / MC Service Rock The House provides entertainment for the Hathaway Brown After Prom at The Greater Cleveland Aquarium.  DJ services provided the tunes while there was an array of activities for the high school students to partake in.  Inflatables were available for the students to bounce around and have racing contests on while the Emcee got everyone else involved in the evening.

The Greater Cleveland Aquarium is a great venue where learning is turned into fun.  Students could interact with some of the exhibits while learning about each species.  Rock The House provided other activities like airbrush body art tattoos and other casino table games.  Rock The House Gamer Haven Live featured video game activities for a more virtual atmosphere.  Green Screen Photo Magic was also available to take some memorable pictures.  Novelties like big glasses, funny hats, etc. were provided to make each picture unique! If you are having a school dance or planning an after prom, visit the Rock The House website to see how we can make your event a unique experience – www.RTHgroup.com

Amanda Got Rocked at Pazzo’s with Sick Lighting Creations

Amanda’s Bat Mitzvah at Pazzo’s in Parma, Ohio was really fun for us. The Rock The House DJ / MC team brought unparalleled entertainment to Amanda’s event. Our DJs are trained to read the crowd and have music knowledge that would make your head spin! These guys LOVE music of all kinds and they knew what this group would react to. Our Emcee was a true master of ceremonies in every sense of the word. They coordinated with all the other event professionals the timeline that Amanda’s family had decided on. They ensured that everyone was able to relax and be a guest at their own event.

To make sure everyone is having the most fun possible, our Party Motivators made sure everyone had the best time on the dance floor. Our dancers are a group with unprecedented skills. When they are moving on the dance floor…the guests took pictures! Another trick we have are our novelties. Nothing gets our dancing guests excited like light-up hats, sunglasses, and more.

Rock The House Entertainment has been the leading entertainment provider for Bar and Bat Mitzvahs in Northeast Ohio for over a decade.