Reception Entertainment Director

Have you chosen your First Dance yet?  Ever wonder who else has used “your song”? Here’s a list of some celebrity couples and their First Dances.  You can just imagine your favorite celebrities dancing to them…. Prince William and Princess Kate – “Your Song” by Elton John, performed live by Ellie Goulding President Barack and First Lady Michelle Obama –  “You and I” – Stevie Wonder Ivanka Trump and Jason Kushner – “This Years’ Love” by David Gray Kate Moss and Jamie Hince – “If There Is Something” by Roxy Music Justin Timberlake and Jessica Biel – “A Song for You” by Donny Hathaway Angelina Jolie & Brad Pitt – “It Had to Be You” by Frank Sinatra Joel Madden and Nicole Richie – “What a Wonderful World” by Louis Armstrong Khloe Kardashian and Lamar Odum – “Angel”  by Anita Baker Shannen Doherty and Kurt Iswarienko – “My Baby Just Cares for Me” by Nina Simone Michael Buble and Luisano Lopilato – “Everybody Loves Somebody” by Dean Martin...

Most couples intend to dance the traditional first dance, but most of them also know nothing at all about dancing! So as the big day approaches their sense of panic increases. Avoid anxiety by following a few easy tips. Plan ahead: You’re planning everything else associated with your wedding, why not your first dance? Ideally you should begin practicing 6 to 12 months ahead of time. Turn to professionals: Learning to dance is surprisingly painless. If you can’t afford private lessons at a local studio, look around for group classes (high schools, colleges and  community   centers  often offer courses). Or, buy an instructional videotape -learn at home and avoid the worry of looking awkward in front of others. Have options: If you are undecided about your first song, or can’t pick one, check the list of wedding dance songs available on this site. Try practicing to two or three different songs that both of you like, and choose the one that feels most comfortable. ...

Traditionally, the First Dance kicks off the dancing portion of the reception. So, if you're working on your wedding reception timeline, you may be wondering when you should this.  Should it be later in the evening, after dinner or earlier, after introductions. At ATMOSPHERE PRODUCTIONS most of our couples are encouraged to do the First Dance right after the formal introductions of the Bridal Party and the Bride and Groom.  Why?  Well we think EVERYONE looks great at this point in the evening.  The Bridal Party has taken time to fix their flowers or ties and, of course, the Bride and Groom look perfect! What's nice about this option is that the formal introductions create great energy and buzz in the room, and that momentum is sustained throughout the First Dance. This way, at least in New England... "the Land of Steady Habits", the dining portion of the evening has a more leisurely, relaxed pace. Once everyone is done eating, we normally take care of ...

Of course you'd like your first dance as a married couple to be a show-stopper. Perhaps you want to WOW and dazzle your guests with something that you and they will remember for a lifetime. One of the hottest new trends to hit the wedding scene is a one-of-a-kind choreographed first dance. Many couples are tired of the same ol’ song and dance and are looking for new and improved ways to spice up their weddings through dance. Whether it’s grooving down the aisle in your processional or busting out some old school moves at the reception, every bride can incorporate a sensational dance number into their wedding. The wonder of youtube.com has made it possible for everyone around the globe to check out some of the most creative and fun wedding dances out there. Many couples use these videos as the basis of their first dance. READ MORE ON WEDDING STEPS Atmosphere Productions LLC  is a CT Wedding DJ, providing professional mobile entertainment service, Music, Recepti...

Here are our Top 35 selections for Father & Daughter Dance and Mother & Son Dance (in random order): Heartland - I Loved Her First Simple Man - Shinedown / Lynyrd Skynard Jimmy Buffett - Little Miss Magic David Chamberlin - In Your Eyes Kenny Rogers - Through The Years Bette Midler - Wind Beneath My Wings Al Martino - Daddy’s Little Girl Barry Manilow - I Am Your Child Elton John - Blessed Tony Kenny – My Son Kenny Loggins - Rainbow Connection Celine Dion - Because You Loved Me Billy Joel - Lullabye Tim McGraw - My Little Girl Holly Dunn - Daddy’s Hands Beyonce—Daddy Harry Belefonte - Turn Around Mikki Viereck - Song For My Son Kippi Brannon – Daddy’s Little Girl Boyz II Men - Mama Fleetwood Mac - Landslide Paul Anka - Times Of Your Life Molly Pasuttie - Man You’ve Become Steve Kirwan - My Little Girl Paul Simon - Loves Me Like A Rock Taylor Hicks - Do I Make You Proud Natalie Cole & Natalie...

Gone are the days of police beacons, strobe lights and flashing colored light bulbs.  Currently there are many high tech options for lighting your wedding reception ballroom. Custom lighting options include up-lighting, down-lighting and architectural lighting.  Is your reception under a tent? The ceiling of the tent works wonderfully with theatrical style lighting, such as subtle color changes, flowing water patterns, or a custom gobo displaying images of constellations and a delicate blue tint onto the ceiling.  Want more of a club feel? Enter the era of high-tech club style lighting, with fast moving, color changing lights, and lights that create spinning patterns all over the dance floor and walls.  Do you simply want a shifting color wash on the walls, columns or dance floor in your banquet facility? Why not Spotlight your First Dance with white L.E.D illu...

Most couples intend to dance the traditional first dance, but most of them also know nothing at all about dancing! So as the big day approaches their sense of panic increases. Avoid anxiety by following a few easy tips. 1. Plan ahead: You're planning everything else associated with your wedding, why not your first dance? Ideally you should begin practicing 6 to 12 months ahead of time. 2. Turn to professionals: Learning to dance is surprisingly painless. If you can't afford private lessons at a local studio, look around for group classes (high schools, colleges and community centers often offer courses). Or, buy an instructional videotape -learn ...