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FAQ's

If you don’t find your answers below or need more information contact us directly.

A Few Quick Questions and Answers

What are your rates?

Simply call, text or email for a personalized quote. We have very affordable prices for every budget.

Do you require a deposit? What is your cancellation policy?

We require a $45 non-refundable deposit to hold your event’s date open for you. You may cancel at any time with no worry that you will be charged any further.

Do You Require a contract? Why Is It Important?

Yes, we require that a contract be signed by ourselves and our client. It ensures that both we and our clients know without question what each of our responsibilities are.

What Events Do you Perform At?

We can perform at just about any event: Business Functions, School Dances, Bar & Night Club Events, Weddings, private and family functions…you name it!

What Areas Do You Service?

We are willing to travel nearly anywhere in South Dakota and neighboring states. We do however have to charge for mileage in cases where travel is outside the Black Hills area.

What is your experience? How many events have you done?

We have performed at many, many events since 1996. I have DJ’d for indoor events as well as outdoor events that have ranged from less than 50 guests to over 500 guests.

Do you specialize in a specific genre of music?

NO.  We specialize in having a large range of styles and varieties of music.

Do you take requests?

ABSOLUTELY!  We are always prepared with play lists for each event, but we welcome requests whenever appropriate!

Can I provide my own music?

Yes, but there is little reason to provide any music since we have thousands of songs in our collection with more being added all the time. You are certainly welcome to provide your own original music if you like.

Will you also be the Master of Ceremonies (MC)?

Yes, if that is our client’s wish, but we do prefer to play more music and talk less.

What is your standard attire?

A tuxedo is worn to most formal events, but as a rule we dress according to the event. A polo or dress shirt and pants are usually worn for casual events. But, if there is a certain theme such as country, we may dress in a country style.

How are you different from other Disc Jockeys?

There are a number of things that set us apart from other Disc Jockey services such as the quality of our music and equipment, but what sets us apart the most is our friendly and personal service. We believe your DJ shouldn’t be a stranger at your event. So we try to be accessible to our clients as much as possible. Call or email us any time. Want to meet at the local coffee shop to go over details of your event… Great!

What Is Your DJ style?

We base our performance style on the type of crowd and our client’s choice of music. We try to keep the energy of our music very high for younger crowds. If the crowd is more “young at heart” we try to keep the level of bass down while still providing entertaining music. As far as our use of microphones…nobody wants to hear their DJ talk all night, people want to dance and have fun!!! Always, more music and less talk!

Are the bride and groom able to meet the DJ before booking?

Of course! We try to be as accessible as possible, even before you book us. Although communicating through the telephone or email is very beneficial, nothing compares to face to face meetings!

If you do not have one of the songs pre-requested by the couple, do you require that they provide it?

No. We can usually get any song needed and FREE of charge to the client.

Do you bring your own equipment?

Yes. We bring all of our own pro-audio and lighting equipment. All we need is a 120 volt outlet. And in cases where there are no outlets, we can even provide a small generator capable of supporting our equipment’s power needs.

Do you offer special equipment into your service?

Additional equipment such as fog, bubbles and up-lighting are available upon request. Like to sing, we can even provide karaoke.

What is your minimum or maximum amount of time you will DJ?

Our base rate for most formal events includes no time limits of our DJ service, but we can certainly customize our rates and services to meet your specific needs.

Do you take any breaks?

NONE. The only time we stop the music is for announcing or special events.

Do you require a meal break? If yes, do you require that the wedding party provide your meal?

No breaks of any kind are required. You may invite us to dine along with you, but in no way is it ever required.

How much time do you usually need to set up?

A minimum of two hours, but more is preferred. Rushing things is never a good idea!

Do you require that the site and/or couple provide a table for you to set up on?

We have everything needed to perform our service.

Do you have any extra space requirements?

No, we typically like an area of about 14ft. wide and 8ft. deep. But we have squeezed into smaller spaces when necessary.

What is your overtime rate?

In many cases such as wedding receptions there are no time restraints; therefore there is no overtime rate. Custom rates are available that may include an overtime rate, but that will be discussed prior to signing a contract.

Do you charge for travel expenses?

We do not charge for travel within the Black Hills area. Beyond that we may charge a reasonable rate to make up for our time and fuel costs.

When do you need our event itinerary?

We like to have the itinerary of your event including specially requested music a minimum of a week before your event. Allowing us more time to prepare for your event though is always better!

How early do you typically arrive before an event?

Typically at least two hours or more so we can set up our equipment (if not already done) and perform sound checks.

We want to meet and talk to the DJ, is that possible?

Absolutely, we prefer we meet and discuss your event as much as is needed or requested.

What type of equipment do you use?

We only use professional pro-audio and lighting equipment from our speakers down to our power cables!

What is your event cancellation policy?

Events can be canceled 24 hours prior to the day of the event with no further obligations, but the deposit is non-refundable.

What are your standard payment terms?

Our required deposit is ONLY $45 and is due at the signing of the contract in order to lock in your event’s date. The remaining balance is due at any time before the start of your event.

Can you provide a microphone?

Yes, we have at least one wireless microphone at every event!

For more information contact us.

Center Stage Entertainment

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We are a Rapid City
based Music DJ Business
traveling throughout
Western South Dakota,
the Black Hills,
Eastern Wyoming
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