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How to Organize a Rave
By eHow Parties & Entertaining Editor
Rate: (3 Ratings)
There really is more to throwing a rave, or dance party, than getting your friends together to promote a party in the woods. Although that is the image that many people hold in their mind. If you want to organize a rave, here are a few tips to help get you started.
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Difficulty: Moderate
Things You’ll Need:
* Location
* DJ
Organize a Rave
Step 1:
Find a location that can hold a great deal of people. You will want to make sure the venue has good ventilation and a great sound system (unless you choose to bring your own).
Step 2:
Hire security for your rave. You will need a certain number of security guards depending on the number of people you expect. Check you city's laws for the exact numbers.
Step 3:
Select a DJ. The main ingredient to a successful party is the DJ. If your DJ already has a reputation, then he will bring people in with little effort.
Step 4:
Take out proper insurance to cover personal and damage liability. Some venues include this in the price, while others make you take the insurance out on your own.
Step 5:
Find promoters to get the word out on your party. Promoters usually get paid by how many people they bring in on their guest list.
Step 6:
Staff your rave if you venue does not provide bartenders, doormen, janitors or other key people needed during the party. Make sure you organize a shift schedule if the rave is long.
Step 7:
Print flyers to advertise your party. With raves, your audience expects hip design. Consider hiring an artist in the scene to create your flyer.
Prepare for Your Party
Step 1:
Do a venue check a few days before the party. Make sure that everything is set up for your rave, including the sound system.
Step 2:
Check the guest lists to see how many people you are expecting. Beef up security if you need to.
Step 3:
Call any VIP guests to make sure they will be attending. Make sure that they are on the comp (free) list, so they don't have to wait in line.
Step 4:
Make sure the staff is prepared for the crowd. Provide everyone working the rave with a uniform, most likely consisting of a t-shirt, to set them apart form the crowd.
Step 5:
Confirm your paperwork is in order and make several copies of permits and licenses to bring with you to the party in case the police show up.
[Source: www.eHow.com]
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