Recommended Audience: Up to 20 Children ages 5-13

The Show: 45 Minute Comedy Show. John provides all material & props. Children will dance, learn unique claps, laugh, and be entertained during the show. The show uses everyday items (Napkins, Rope, etc.) and unique props (spongeballs, Jumbo Playing cards). Several routines featured in the show are award winning, and were featured in John's 2002 & 2003 magic competetion acts. The Birthday Show includes a special appearance from Rockey, John's "pet."

Balloons: John will make balloon animals & shapes for each child as an additional package. Inquire with john for details.

"Customer Quote"

-Name

Birthday Party / Event Checklist:
Date & Time: __________________

Party Brainstorming

1. Choose Entertianment / central activity: Magician, clown, Inflatiable games, etc.
2. Choose Location: Home, Inside/Outside, Community Center, etc.
3. Party Theme? If so, choose theme. (popular movie, magician theme, see more, or a Harry Potter Theme)

THREE TO FOUR WEEKS BEFORE THE PARTY
(Get out your calendar & mark this date!)

__ Contact John Cason (or other entetainment) to confirm event date & time
__ Make a guest list
__ Make a tentative schedule of party activities
__ Decide which decorations and favors to make and which to buy (See below for Resources from John Cason)
__ List all supplies needed
__ Plan the party food menu

TWO TO THREE WEEKS BEFORE THE PARTY

__ Make/buy invitations.
__ Mail or drop off invitations.
__ Buy party supplies.
__ Start making party decorations and favors.
__ Order cake from bakery if you're not making your own.
__ Arrange for extra help.

ONE WEEK BEFORE THE PARTY

__ Finish decorations and favors.
__ Confirm any orders placed for cake and/or party supplies.
__ Write out a final schedule of activities for the party.

TWO-THREE DAYS BEFORE THE PARTY

__ Buy / make food for the party.
__ Buy film and/or videotape.
__ Check batteries for cameras, flash units and/or camcorders.
__ Get an exact guest count. Tally RSVPs and call those who haven't responded.
__ Call and confirm any services or entertainment.

ONE DAY BEFORE THE PARTY

__ Finish decorating cake or pick up from bakery.
__ Child-proof the party area.
__ Decorate any areas of the party.
__ Prepare all "Do-Ahead" food.
__ Have party favors ready

THE DAY OF THE PARTY

__ Prepare the food.
__ Decorate outside party area.
__ Mark the outside of the house or the party area with balloons or a sign.
__ Keep your schedule of party activities handy.

Use these additional resources to help with planning the party.

Coloring Activity
Use this coloring sheet as an additional activity for the children. This is a great alternative for younger children. It gives an official flair to your party theme.
Download Coloring Sheet (Word Document)

Download Sample Invitations
Sample Invitation (Word Document)
Sample Blank Invitation (JPG Image)