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Minnesota Elvis Impersonator & Tribute Artist Art Kistler!
"Contact Art"
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First Step: TELL US ABOUT YOUR EVENT!
Please read the following info and then scroll down to review the things we need to know to give you a quote...
NOTICE: Art's business has evolved and these days he's concentrating primarily on cruise ship shows, creative vacation and "weekend-away" performance opportunities, Christian ministry, a limited number of select fund-raisers and more national performances. Art's average fee for local performances is $1,000, though in some cases negotiation may be possible. Art's realizes that his services are not for everyone. He is connected with several other performers in the "Elvis" business and may be able to help clients with referrals accordingly.
RATES: Currently Art's minimum fee is $750.00 for a local (immediate Twin Cities area) one-set show of any period of time up to 70 minutes. This includes basic sound gear and a sound technician/assistant. Options at additional cost include stage lighting packages, upgraded sound system (needs depend primarily on size of venue and number of people in attendance), multiple set shows with costume changes - and even live band options (live band options start at $5,000 plus travel and all accommodations).
Art's flat-rate for character appearances (which usually don't require sound gear, etc.) remains at $300.00/hour plus travel and the $750.00 minimum still applies.
Art's fees are not based on the period of time on stage so much as on preparation, post-show work, significant overhead (the average costume is worth well over $3,000), all of the things associated with running a small business, a successful history of extreme personal dedication, training, experience and professional accomplishments. Jean and Art have done hundreds of shows over the past 14 years and have never had a disappointed client.
Here's what Art needs to know...
Click HERE to download, save and print the following list in Word format
1. Day, date and time of the event.
2. Type of event: wedding reception, theme or holiday party, private, corporate, etc.
3. Approximate, desired timing of the "Elvis" appearance or show?
4. Exact location - include: venue, city, state, indoors or outdoors.
5. Will a sound system be provided and operated by others such as a DJ, band's p.a. system, or "House" system, or would you like Art to provide this equipment?
6. Art's typical show utilizes customized accompaniment tracks - OR do you want - or already have - a LIVE band?
7. How many people are expected to attend the event? (this helps Art determine sound system needs)
8. Show duration: One set or more than one set with costume changes? If not sure, share your vision and we can discuss multiple options.
9. Is stage lighting necessary, not necessary, desired, or provided and operated by others?
10. Is the "Elvis" performance a surprise/secret? (there may be pre-show visibility issues related to equipmnt set-up, wait time on site, over-all timing, etc.)
11. Any other special information, requests, need for extra scarves, give-away items, props, Art's involvement or any other details that might affect time or equipment related costs?
12. Please describe the available dressing room.
13. Can client or venue provide an 8 foot table (or similar) by the stage for Jean to run Art's sound gear?
14. ONLY IF APPROPRIATE to the event, would the sale of Art's CD's be allowable?
Click here to download applicable terms and conditions in .pdf format
Art's "advertising" occurs through word-of-mouth, referrals, repeat clients and this Web site. The majority of Art's shows are initiated in the form of e-mail communications, which can eventually function effectively as the "contract" so each party has documentation of mutual agreements. All bookings are considered "tentative" until a deposit has been paid. No agreement or obligation exists without Art and the client being clearly and mutually ready, willing and able to commit. Invoices/receipts provided by Art (dba: "E" ala K-Art Entertainment through 2010) will refer to the written, mutual agreements delineated in e-mails.
E-mail Art: art@elvistributeartist.com
We ALWAYS answer every legitimate e-mail message that gets through!
Even some legitimate messages get lost as a result of spam filters, firewalls, virus protection, etc.: IF WE DO NOT RESPOND TO YOUR E-MAIL RIGHT AWAY: Please look at the schedule page to see if we're booked and thus unable to respond. In this case, we will respond ASAP. If not, you might try e-mailing from a different account, include a specific subject line, and/or call the phone number provided below and we'll get back to you ASAP!
- Art's personal cell phone number is -
651-285-5703
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