"Off The Wall Entertainment Services"
Serving the Chicagoland Northwest Suburbs & Southeastern Wisconsin For Over 25 Years
Custom Designed Services For Any Occasion !!!
"Multi-Award Winning Entertainment Services Provider"
"Our Professional Qualifications & Over 25 Years Experience Make The Difference"
Our Commitment To You
Your Complete Satisfaction Is Important To Us !
Work Directly & Solely With The Professional Owners Throughout Your Entire Event
Beginning to End
Deejay / Karaoke - Audio / Video Production - Party Entertainment - Equipment Rental - Emcee Services
Fundraising Services - Idol Singing & Talent Competitions - Videography / Photo
Talent Provider - Musicians & Performers - Event Planning
This Month's Special
2009 WEDDING PACKAGES
10 % OFF ALL WEDDING PACKAGES
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Professional References Available Upon Request !
Discounts For Not-For-Profits
We Specialize In
Weddings, Birthdays, School Dances, Company Events, Fundraiser's, Conferences & Seminars
Picnics, Holiday Celebrations, Civic Events. Theme Parties & More !!!
Relay For Life Of North McHenry County - Gold "In Kind" Sponsor
Founder & Producer of the Multi-Award Winning
McHenry County-wide Karaoke Singing Competitions
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About Us
Welcome to the "Off The Wall Entertainment Services" Web Site ! Multi-Award Winning, "Off The Wall Entertainment Services"
is owned and operated by McHenry Area Residents, Mike & Diane Etten. Mike Etten, has a longtime reputation in the McHenry County Area and the Northwest Suburbs, as a well known professional Musician, Vocalist, Front man, Entertainer and Event Planner. His past musical performance group, "Off The Wall", has demonstrated his light-hearted sense of fun, unique personality and entertainment style which made his musical group a "Number One Area Favorite" with a track record of over 500 contracted performances over the course of 15 years - specializing in weddings & private parties.
Now, see how "OFF THE WALL ENTERTAINMENT SERVICES" with your Host, DJ/Entertainer Mike Etten, can be your source
for a fun, memorable and stressful event. Our slogan describes us best - " Deejay, Karaoke & A Whole Lot More" .
You work directly and solely with the professional owners, Mike & Diane Etten, from beginning to end. We never outsource our deejay services to an inexperienced deejay friend or employee or to one of the many available deejay personnel pools. Instead, we work with you throughout as your professional and experienced Event Planners/Consultants, to serving as your Hosts/Professional Deejay's to ensure a successful, personalized and customed designed event. Your event only happens once. We are truly committed to you !
DJ Professional Dress & Entertainment Style to compliment any occasion !!! (e.g. Tuxedo, Suit, Theme Costume(s) & Funwear, etc.).
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We custom design all our services through our no cost pre-engagement consultation to ensure an evening of success !
Please request a copy of our custom designed Entertainment Planner below...
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We Are Truly a "Full Entertainment Services Provider"
We are here to provide you with a variety of Entertainment and supportive services which can be custom designed to meet your special occasion ! Here are some of our typical and special add-on services to name just a few...
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General Services
Disc Jockey - Offering the best in custom designed dance, pop and rock music for any occasion !!!Karaoke - Make the celebration really fun and memorable by inviting your guests to participate and be a "Star" !!!
Light & Theatrical Show - Par lights, beacons, strobes, fog machines and more !!!
Event Planning - Want to sit back and enjoy yourself ? We have over 25 years experience in special event planning !
Emcee / Hosting Services - Let us "Host" your event and keep your event moving with ongoing announcements !!!
Supportive Services Consultant - We have the resources to plan, organize and manage any sized event to the smallest detail !
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Wedding Celebration Services - Our Specialty
Vocal Performance - Need a solo vocalist to perform to create that special moment ?
Musician / Performer - Add a little live performance to the mix !!! We can help locate the ideal performer for any wedding event !
Ceremony Music - We have an unlimited library of wedding ceremony music for you to choose from !
Video Production - Let us compile and record a photo montage as a keepsake for your wedding guests to view at your celebration of to take home ! A wonderful keepsake !
Digital Projection Presentation Services - Have your photo montage to displayed to a video monitor or large screen at your celebration !
Full Videography Services - From concept to digital recording to edit to final production and DVD duplication, we can do it all !
Sound Reproduction - Create a CD keepsake of all the special event songs you selected for your wedding or special event to provide as a "token gift" to your wedding guests !
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Special Wedding Packages
We specialize in Weddings ! Ask about our special Wedding packages which can include wireless microphones for your bridal party and/or guests, bridal party grand entrance announcements, a photo montage CD or DVD to projection screen or video monitor, a keepsake CD of your special event songs.and much more !!!
Book now, and receive a free 5 DVD instructional set of over 100 dances to help you and your partner prepare to "light up the dance floor" at your special celebration ! Offer good until 12/31/08.
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Themed Party Event & Celebration Services
Las Vegas Night Package - Would you like to create a night of casino fun? Ask about our Slot machine & Casino gaming packages ! For Amusement Only
Texas Hold 'em Poker Tournaments - Let us help you organize and run a fun evening of this traditional poker game !
High School Dances, Graduation Parties & Civic Events - We can help make any event truly "an event to remember" !
High School & Family Reunions - Make it a blast from the past with music and decor reminiscent of those high school years !
Block Parties & Picnics - Let us help you design a full day of community fun for both you and your neighbors !
New Year's Eve Celebrations - Start your New Year right with a hall or at -home celebration !
Mardi Gras - An Evening In New Orleans - Let us help you create an evening based upon this fun, Louisana festival !
Valentines Day Dances - Fill your evening with the romantic sounds of the season !
St. Patrick's Day Dances - Let us bring you the luck of the Irish and sounds of Ireland !
Island Party Theme Parties - Complete with palm trees, lays, tikis, Jimmy Buffett music and more !
Luau Parties - Put on your best hula skirts and dresswear ! We provide the limbo ! Hawaii here we come !
New York, New York & Hollywood Themed Parties - Songs from the Big Apple, Broadway & Hollywood !
Oscar Parties - An evening of stardom from start to finish !
Pirates Of The Caribbean Parties - Arrr ! Avast ! Your shipmates will be dancin' on the decks all night long !
50's, 60's, 70;s Retro Theme Parties - Hold a Party dedicated to your favorite decade worth of music !
High School Musical Dance Theme Parties - With all the great music and karaoke in the theme of Disney's movie series !
Hannah Montana & Jonas Brothers Dance Party - Non-stop Dance music and karaoke from these two fantastic act sensations !
Movie Theme Night - "Lights, Camera, Action" ! From popcorn and props to a high definition big screen, drive-in ads, movies , sound clips and trivia games, take a trip back to the golden days of the drive-in ! Fun for everyone ! Choose from thousands of movies including classic mysteries and cartoons to blockbuster releases !
Holiday Themed Parties - Complete with appropriate character holiday visit, holiday games & more - e.g. Santa, Easter Bunny, etc.
Football /Baseball Sport Themed Parties - Host a game with our large scale HD digital projector & screen !
DVD Concert Night - We will make you feel like you have a front row seat with a night of our rock & pop concert series !
Party Game Shows - Looking to entertain guests with some competitive fun ? Ask about our numerous game show ideas !
Dance Dance Revolution Dance Parties - Let's make dancing fun with a wide selection of Playstation dance games including Disney's, Extreme, Dancing With The Stars and more !
Dance Instruction - Through the usage of up to 14 hours of step by step DVD instruction, learn all the latest dances !
Guitar Hero Competitions - Have your event participants dual it out in a hard rockin' Guitar Hero competition with full stereo sound, lights and large screen digital video projection !
Electronic /Multimedia Gaming Systems - We have a number of electronics gaming systems to choose from ! And to make things really fun, add one of our HD audio/video projectors, sound and large scale projection screens to give it that "in the moment" experience !
Ask about our costumed characters we can provide to make any party a success !!!
From Pirates to the Easter Bunny, from Clowns to Santa and more !
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Child & Adult Birthday Parties, Anniversary, Graduation & Special Event Celebrations
Complete Celebration Services - From party favors, themed decor, slot machines, electronic dart boards, electronic gaming, automated basketball competitive shootouts and a wide variety of entertainment possibilities, we are here to help !
Video Dance Party - Have a blast with a dance party with your favorite performing artists on dvd video on a large lcd/projection screen and a theatrical light show to set the mood !
High School Musical Dance Theme Parties - With all the great music and karaoke in the theme of Disney's movie series !
Hannah Montana & Jonas Brothers Dance Party - Non-stop Dance music and karaoke from these two fantastic act sensations !
Dance Dance Revolution Dance Parties - Let's make dancing fun with a wide selection of Playstation dance games including Disney's, Extreme, Dancing With The Stars and more !
Pirates Of The Caribbean Parties - Arrr ! Avast ! Your shipmates will be dancin' on the decks all night long !
Valentines Day Dances - Fill your party with fun ! Great for Daddy/Daughter events !
Children's / Teen Dress Up Karaoke Party - Let them be the "Star" and hold their very own karaoke singing competition !
High School & Family Reunions - Make it a blast from the past with music and decor reminiscent of those high school years !
Clowns, Magicians & Specialty Acts - From birthday to adult parties, we can provide you with the perfect match in entertainment !
Inflatables - Moonwalks, Slides, Earth Mover Jumpers, Adventure Mazes and many more to choose from !
Electronic / Multimedia Gaming Package - We have a number of electronics gaming systems to choose from ! And to make things really fun, add one of our HD audio/video projectors, sound and large scale projection screens to give it that "in the moment" experience !
Ask about our costumed characters we can provide to make any party a success !!!
From Pirates to the Easter Bunny, from Clowns to Santa and more !
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Conference / Seminar / Trade Shows/ Theater & Commercial Services
Full Audio/Video & Multimedia Services - Full sound system, wireless microphones, computers, presentation software, monitors, podiums, led pointers, dry erase boards, video /audio recording, projection equipment (monitor/small to large screen/wall), photography & more !
Promotional Events & New Business Grand Openings - We can offer you a number of unique ideas to "get the word out and be noticed"
Multimedia Store Window / Trade Show Promotions - Let us design an ongoing promotional dvd/photo or graphical slideshow to "catch th eye" of your prospects and increase awareness of your marketplace offerings
Tables, Formal Table Dressings, Stage Backdrops, Trusses & Stage Lighting - Provide a professional appearence to any stage act, conference, presentation or trade show, theatrical show, wedding, catering event or portable bar
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Fundraising Services
Is your civic group, community, school or not-for-profit looking to raise funds ? We can help !
Idol Singing Competitions - From county-wide to community, we can provide complete event management through our Multi-Award Winning Services !
Guitar Hero Competitions - Have your event participants dual it out in a hard rockin' Guitar Hero competition with full stereo sound, lights and large screen digital video projection !
Fashion Shows - From lighting, backdrops, music and emcee services, we can help make your show, one to rremember !
Craft / Vendor Fairs - Sound, music, announcements and family entertainment suited for both indoor and outdoor venues !
Talent Show Competitions & Battle of the Bands Competitions - Let us bring our 25 plus years of music & entertainment industry experience to provide full coordination of a professionally run city or county-wide competition
Website Design, Hosting & Promotion of Your Upcoming Event - Have a target audience in mind for your event ? We will provide a one-stop website to provide them with the information they are looking for !!! Also, ask about our internet posting services to a wide variety of community calenders and more.
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Audio / Video Production Services
Video Production - Record a photo montage as a keepsake for your guests or target audience ! Or record by video other "treasured moments" or promotional messages !
Full Videography Services - From concept to digital recording to edit to final production and DVD duplication, we can do it all !
Sound Reproduction - Create a CD keepsake of all the songs you selected for your wedding or special event !
Record, Cassette, Movie to CD or DVD Conversion & Media Duplication - Let us convert your favorite records/cassettes and movies to either CD or DVD format !
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Equipment Sales & Rental Services
Sound System Rental - Need an P.A, sound system, mixers, speakers, power amplifiers, microphones & stands, cd and dvd decks, monitors, or portable karaoke system on a short term basis for your event ? Small to large scale systems available !!!
Musical Instrument, Audio & Video Equipment Sales - We carry all the major manufacturers !
Karaoke CD's, Equipment & Accessory Sales - We carry everything the up & coming "Star" may be looking for !
Digital Projection Presentation Services - Full system computer / dvd, high definition projection equipment packages !
Light & Theatrical Show - Sales & Rental - Par lights, beacons, strobes, fog machines and more !!!
Parade Float Sound Systems - Looking to provide music and / or announcements for your upcoming parade float ? From power to wireless microphones and music, we have you covered !!!
Tables, Formal Table Dressings, Stage Backdrops, Trusses & Stage Lighting - Provide a professional appearence to any stage act, conference, presentation or trade show, theatrical show, wedding, catering event or portable bar
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Other Specialty Entertainment Services
Clowns, Magicians, Specialty Acts - From birthday to adult parties, we can provide you with the perfect match in entertainment !
Musicians, Performers & Bands - Add a little live performance to the mix !!! We can help locate the ideal performer or band for any event !
Storytellers - Need a quality storyteller for a child's party or for a spooky halloween storytelling night ?
Holiday Visits From Santa - Have our professionally dressed and mannered Santa come and visit your child or organization !
Sound & Voice Clip Fun - A favorite of all to add that extra touch of "OFF THE WALL" humor to any event !
Game Shows, Contests & Trivia - What a great way to keep your guests involved !!!
Electronic / Multimedia Gaming Systems - We have a number of electronics gaming systems to choose from ! And to make things really fun, add one of our HD audio/video projectors, sound and large scale projection screens to give it that "in the moment" experience !
Party Favors - Really make that dance floor rock and provide a keepsake to the party ! Or have a party theme in mind?
Flowers, Flower Arrangements & Plant Rental - Let us help you create the decor and environment you are looking for with a referral to one of the area's best providers !
Party Supplies & Rental - Let us know your need ! From tables & table dressings, chairs, canopies, outdoor lighting, stage risers, stage backdrops & lighting, trusses and other equipment,we are here to help !
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Qualifications
Don't place the success of your special event in the hands of a non-professional. We feel that proper credentials are extremely important in ensuring your best choice in selecting a DJ/Karaoke Entertainer that helps create a successful event. We are proud in being honored and recipient of a multi-number of awards for our services. See our qualifications below;
Over 25 Years Experience as a Wedding / Private Party Event Planner & Fundraiser
Multi-Award Winning Entertainment Services Provider
Entertainment Consultant to number of Area Communities and Civic Organizations
Professional Musician/ Lead Vocalist & Entertainer Since 1976
First Place Winner of various area Talent Show Competitions
Past Talent & Voice Competition Judge
Past experience as an On-Air Radio Deejay & Sound Room Technician
Music Programming Advisory Panel Member for a Regional FM Radio Station
Professional Voice Training & Music Minor - Rockford College
Certified Video Producer - Comcast
Music, Audio & Video Equipment Retailer/ Business Partner
Degreed & Certified as a Electronics & Sound Technician
Longtime Member of the Association of Information Technology Professionals
Master of Science in Computer Information Systems - Northern Illinois University
Active Committee Member / Community Volunteer with a Number of Local Area Major Event Community & Private
Organizations including the McHenry Area Chamber Fiesta Days, Relay For Life of N. McHenry County, Family Faith Night & More
Past Member of Numerous Area Chorus Groups
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Our Equipment
Off The Wall Entertainment Services utilizes only the highest quality Audio & Video Equipment.
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Our References
References Available Upon Request
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Active Community Members & Business Professionals
We are a proud and long-time,active member of the McHenry Area Chamber of Commerce and honored to be a recipient of a number of community and county-wide awards.
Mike & Diane Etten - Award WInning, Entertainment Consultants & Hosts
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2007 Recipient of the "Unsung Heroes Award"
Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital & Star 105.5 FM Radio
Barrington / Crystal Lake, Illinois
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2007 Recipient of the "Community Comes Together Award"
American Cancer Society
Fox Valley Region
Batavia, Illinois
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McHenry Area Chamber of Commerce President, Kay Rial Bates &
McHenry Area Chamber of Commerce Businessman, Michael Etten.
Mr. Etten was a recent "Joe Thome Award" recipient for his Community Service & Voluntary Efforts
Contributions to the Annual City of McHenry Fiesta Days Event
For additional information about us as an active McHenry County Community Member and Business Professional,
please click here. Use your browsers backpage button to return to this website.
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Our Rates
We offer a wide variety of popular and custom designed packages to suit your entertainment needs and event with
rates dependant upon package and duration. Please contact us using the EZ-Form below outlining your needs and interests.
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Our Most Popular Entertainment Packages
Package #1 - Disc Jockey Package With Music, Lights & Theatrical Show
Package #2 - Disc Jockey Package With Music, Lights & Theatrical Show & Video/Photography Services
Package #3 - Disc Jockey Package With Mix of Music/Karaoke, Lights & Theatrical Show
Package #4 - Disc Jockey Package With Mix of Music/Karaoke. Lights,Theatrical Show & Video/Photography Services
*All of the above Packages include a No-Cost Planning Consultation, Special Announcements &, Party Favor Giveaways all at no additional cost. Many Kids, Teen & Adult Party Themes Available which include a complete coordinated decoration package - Just ask !
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Contact Us
For booking information, a pricing quote, an Engagement Planner and more, please feel free to contact us at ;
"Off The Wall Entertainment Services"
A Division of Etten Consulting
218 N. Cross Trail
McHenry, Illinois 60050
Phone: 815-385-9212
Or click below to complete our Request Form;
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218 N. Cross Trail
McHenry, Illinois 60050
Phone: 815.385.9212
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