A-1 Entertainment
Multiple locations
(25)
Multiple locations
(25)
We provide everything from DJ's of all kinds as well as musicians, bands, performers of all kinds,
Photo Booths, Inflatables, Games of all kinds. You name it we have it!
In corporate terms, we are the "human resource department for entertainment!"
25 customer reviews
Sharon Bisner
DJ
Wow, what can I say. Mike hit it out of the park! The music, the photo booth and his professionalism was spot on. He entertained the Troy High School Class of 1972 and 1973 for their 50+ reunion at the Hilton Garden Inn in Troy on September 30th and we could not have asked for a better time. Mike came to our rescue at the last minute, a week before the event when we got ghosted by the D. J. we thought was all arranged. He could not have been more accommodating and everyone raved at what a great time he provided. So do not hesitate to book for your event. You won't regret it! More...
Ricky lemois
DJ
Mike Purcell was amazing,
Was set up 10 minutes before the party. Was great with the kids.
The sound system he had was great.
If you need a DJ look no further
Reply from A-1 Entertainment
Thanks Rick! I love interacting with people and helping to make their event everything they want it to be and more!!! Hope to see you sometime "down the road."
Emily Mansfield
DJ
Amazing DJ and amazing addition to our company retreat - highly recommend!
Sheila Wagner
Best DJ and person I have ever met. Played at my wedding in 2011 and played at my son’s wedding May 21st. Really knows how to get a party started and keep it going all night long. I would have Mike Purcell do all my events and recommend him for everyone else’s events! More...
Carly E.
Great experience overall! Mike's a pleasure to work with and brings a ton of experience with him. He knows how to keep the party-goers engaged and having a great time. Would definitely work with him again. More...
Carly E.
Mike from A-1 Entertainment was fantastic! If you're looking for a DJ that can supply you with all of your entertainment needs, this is your guy. Prompt, professional and most of all affordable. I would highly recommend. More...
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Matt Fry
Photo Booth Hire
A-1 effort!! Timely, organized, and great care taken to deliver a fantastic experience. It was a stand out for all the of the wedding guests, and a star of the event! Additionally, the included features and fantastic options brought great unexpected value!! More...
Melissa
Photo Booth Hire
Mike at A-1 Entertainment was easy to work with. He was promlt with answering emails and phone calls! He delivered what he promised and the kids really enjoyed the photobooth. I would definitely use him again
Chasity
Photo Booth Hire
Mike officiated our wedding, Dj/mc & provided a photo booth! Mike was professional, fun & personable. I recommend him for all your entertainment needs. Everyone had a blast dancing and taking photos! The packages Mike offers makes getting what you need for your event so easy! More...
Jennifer Z.
Mike responded promptly. He is very professional and knowledgeable. I am looking forward to taking signing and song writing lessons from him.
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Jennifer U.
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Valorie L Nichols
We had booked Mike a few months out at least, but hadn't filled out all the information or talked to him until a week away from the wedding. I was so nervous about everything going well, and he showed up and put my mind at ease, executing every detail flawlessly. Since it was a Lord of the Rings themed wedding with geeky accents from Skyrim, World of Warcraft, and Game of Thrones, we thought a drinking contest would be a fun ice breaker for everyone-but we hadn't done the proper research to pull it together. Instead, Mike suggested trivia and pulled something together at the last minute. Everyone had fun-there was not a dull moment. Not only that, but he humored us by wearing the Gandalf hat we had for him. Throughout the night our friend's continued to say, "that guy is the BEST" and told us we had an awesome DJ, which was true. He was a pleasure to work with and the photobooth he setup was a total hit. I would book him in a heartbeat for any event that needs a great DJ! More...
Reviewed on WeddingWire
Brendan Manny
Mike did a great job at my brother and sister in laws wedding.. He was very interactive and really got the the dance floor moving. He also had his mobile photo booth set up and at first I thought that's silly but it was enjoyed by all the guests, not only was there a photo booth but he had tons of props to go along with it. Really made for a fun time I would definitely recommend Mikes services to others!! More...
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Natalie
Mike Purcell is a genuine person who really cares about his business, and it shows! He inspired people to get up on the dance floor and be more interactive, which gave us some good laughs at our wedding! We rented the photo booth, which everyone loved!! We would highly recommend that. Thank you Mike for a great time! More...
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Jennifer L Opela
Awesome job tonight DJ Jonny Love! All the kids had a blast and said the music was great! It was so fun to see teenagers playing games like musical chairs and limbo! Thank you again!
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Diane Fordos Moening
Mike is fantastic. He helped officiant a mini ceremony since my son was married out of the country so that my family and friends could experience it. The sound quality was great, I loved the songs he played, and we all just had a fantastic time. Thank you so much for everything! More...
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Jamie Purcell
Music was perfect. All my top songs played at the right moment. Mike knows how to be interactive with and direct a crowd. He got their attention for our toasts, and cake cutting . He had an extensive library of songs at his fingertips so people could request their fav songs. Thanks for making my reception so wonderful and memorable! More...
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Jillian Egnaczyk
My husband and I are so happy we hired Mike Purcell of A-1 Entertainment to play the piano for our wedding ceremony. The timing of the songs and the music was perfect! We also rented a photo booth which our guests, including ourselves, loved having. Taking the photos was fun and letting the guests take home prints was an added bonus to the night. Pictures came out great! More...
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Tiffany
Mike is outstanding!! His ability as a musician and DJ is top notch. He has such passion for what he does and goes above and beyond. Our wedding party was so impressed by him, he truly made our wedding memorable and wonderful for all ages. We recommend his photo booth too, it was such a hit and you get access to all the photos afterwards. Thanks, Mike, for everything! More...
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Alexis
Mike Purcell is the best DJ around. He made my vision of walking down the isle to a live music a reality. He is very reasonable and is just plain fun. Totally worth it, made my day memorable, AND got everyone dancing!!!!! More...
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Jamie P.
Mike is fantastic. He helped me have the wedding of my dreams.  This business is unique because they set up all your entertainment you'd like for your wedding.  ( DJ, photo booth,  and they even can officiant!)  It took a lot of stress off my shoulders.  Their services were personalized too -  so  i felt like it was tailored specifically to our needs. I can't imagine a better wedding ceremony. Both my husband and I were thrilled.  I couldn't have done it without A-1 entertainment.  Can't thank them enough!! I highly recommend! More...
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Emily
our DJ was great, very easy going, easy to work with, and lots of fun! only mishap was that he accidentally started to play the wrong song for our recessional, but he quickly fixed it, and everyone laughed it off!
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Mark
Mike made our Wedding an uforgetable event. The fact that he was willing to travel all the way to Florida was amazing. He was really good at keeping the party going on his own, but also took basically any request that anyone had. I would highly recomend A-1 entertainment for anyones wedding. More...
Reviewed on WeddingWire
User3091108
Overall this DJ provided the full package. Mike was the best of it all. After attending many weddings this season, I can say that Mike was excellent. We could not have asked for anything to be better. The music never stopped, transitions were excellent and everyone was happy! He had high quality speakers and even brought lights. More...
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Sierra
We did not have a wedding, we had our annual Company Anniversary party at Saratoga National Golf Club. However, no matter what the occasion, Mike should be your guy!
We were stuck in a predicament and only needed karaoke services for a short period of time during our party. It was our grand finale, if you will. While others said no, Mike said yes and provided us with fantastic customer service across the board! With A-1 Entertainment included, our company soiree was the best one so far (and there have been 16 prior)!
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What’s the secret to keeping a party dancing all night long?
Be a mirror and reflect the mood of the crowd and you can't go wrong. Along with some specific DJ skills that I'll explain to you when you call.
How would you describe your ‘style’?
Interactive with energy that matches the crowd's building enthusiasm as the party gains momentum.
What do you love most about your job?
Simply put. "It makes me happy to help others celebrate their special events in a way that exactly fits their desires,"
What inspired you to start your own business?
I've always been a music lover. As a 3rd generation pianist from a family of eight, we grew up playing and singing and enjoying music.
Why should our clients choose you?
If you want to make a great memory that your friends and family will talk about for years, we are the company that creates those memories.
After doing over 8,000 events, our experience will give you an advantage when it comes to how to do things in a great way.
DJs of All Kinds!
Specialized DJ's for specific types of parties!
Themes - Anything you can think of
VJ or Video DJ
Black Light Parties!
Photo Booths
Latest Technology/Proprietary Software/High Def camera and high resolution printer) can do ANYTHING you want:
• Touch Screen Technology – Self Run, Count Down Timer, LED Lighting, Portrait Studio Quality!
• Customized Themes, Best Props, Text/Emailing of photos for connections to Social Media.
• Provide a link to Drop Box of ALL THE PICTURES so my clients can share!
• The Photo Booths I have are extremely versatile, GIFS, Slow-Mo (can do video clips as well!) and very portable (space efficient) while doing a much better job than the older, larger models that are out there.
• I only use the BEST Props including Theatrical Wigs/Hats and Accessories!
Musicians/Bands
We represent some of the finest musicians throughout the Northeast. Many diverse styles. From Solo performers to Big Band and everything in between. Just call us if you want to know what's possible!
