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[Easemakers Podcast E111] Booking talent for once-in-a-lifetime private events

What does it take to book a private concert or a celebrity guest for a special occasion? Empire Entertainment President and CEO J. B. Miller takes us behind the scenes in this episode of the Easemakers Podcast.

By Kristin Twiford

Booking talent for a private event may seem like a tall order. How do you book Andrea Boccelli to sing an aria at a wedding? Is it possible to throw a dance party with Pitbull? Would Jerry Seinfeld perform at a 60th birthday celebration?

J. B. Miller and his team at Empire Entertainment have planned private experiences with special guests all over the world — and in this episode of the Easemakers Podcast, he shares what it takes to plan a special event with a celebrity guest.

Tune in to hear J. B.’s tips for bringing a big vision to life, including:

  • What it actually costs to host a private performance with an artist 
  • How to coordinate with everyone on the talent side, from managers and agents to the production team
  • Ideas for creating a once-in-a-lifetime experience for any occasion — from weddings to book club meetings

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Catch up on past episodes of the Easemakers Podcast to hear from more experts in the private service industry, and don’t forget to subscribe on Apple Podcasts to get notified about future episodes. Follow along with @easemakers on social media, and of course, be sure to join the conversation in the Easemakers community after you listen!

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