Monday, November 17, 2008

December Dates are disappearing!

If you haven't booked your Holiday Bash or figured out who is going to take care of all the food for your in home parties, call us today!

Our December dates are drifting away with bookings galore!

At this time we only have SIX DAYS that are still available before Christmas. If you've been a party procrastinator give us a call at 604-3015 so we can get you on the calendar!

Tuesday, October 28, 2008

Candy Buffet or...


In the past few years we have seen the rise of the candy buffet as the ideal collaboration between party favor and room decor.

A well done candy buffet incorporates numerous candies, many times in the party color scheme, interesting containers, and varying heights. Specialty linens or a simple organza topper adds visual interest to the candy buffet. Our neighborhood candy shop, 42nd Street Candy Company offers a candy buffet service. You can pick from their huge inventory of specialty candies and they can even set everything up and provide you with their beautiful glass containers.

Labels and candy scoops are important details so don't forget about them! Guests want to know what they are eating and they don't want to use their fingers to dig into your candy display. Don't forget the to-go packages, from chinese take out boxes, silver tins, or organza favor bags, your guests are sure to want to take some goodies home for later!

Glass apothecary jars make a beautiful presentation, just watch out for suction top lids. Remove them prior to service to prevent an accident with your guests!

My favorite new twist on the candy buffet is the gourmet popcorn buffet...from cheddar, caramel corn, to candy coated in your wedding colors, it's a unique twist your guests will love! What about a warm cookie buffet? A simple and cost affordable option, serve them up warm with shooters of cold milk for that midnight snack that everyone adores!
Enjoy!
Always,

Monday, October 27, 2008

Congratulations Tamara and Todd!

Another beautiful wedding is done here at the Will Rogers Theatre. This weekend we had the pleasure of working with Tamara and Todd, another one of our favorite couples. Todd is a great customer at our sister restaurant, Musashi’s and Tamara lives right in the neighborhood so we were so pleased when they chose the Will Rogers Theatre for their wedding reception.

With over 200 guests and a classic black, white and red color scheme, the Will Rogers Theatre was stunning as usual. The guests dined on some of the couple’s favorite sushi rolls such as the grasshopper roll and the crazy Cajun roll. Passed hors d oeuvres added an elegant touch to the food service and champagne provided the perfect accompaniment. A live band added the musical flair that kept the guests moving and mingling.

A candy bar was provided our neighbor, 42nd Street Candy and it was a hit! All in all, it was another successful reception here at the Will Rogers Theatre and we couldn’t be more pleased to do it all for Tamara and Todd.

Congratulations to another beautiful couple! Have a wonderful honeymoon!
Always,

Thursday, October 16, 2008

Graphic Design

Are you looking for a unique presentation for wedding invitations, place cards, menu's or programs? Check out our favorite graphic designer, Jeff Chanchaleune!

Jeff's company is www.MyUrbanDesign.com and he does a great job at a great rate!

His website is still under construction but if you email him he will work with your exact specifications and your budget to make you happy! Check him out and let him know where you heard about him!

Thursday, October 2, 2008

Holiday Parties

The weather is getting cooler and fall is here...but the Christmas season is right around the corner. It's officially October!

If your company hasn't booked your annual holiday party yet I kindly suggest you get on the ball! Holiday dates are booking very quickly. At this point in the year you may need to consider a Thursday, Friday or Sunday for your evening event.

Daytimes are a bit easier to get on the calendar and we still offer NO ROOM RENTAL for daytime meetings with catering for a minimum of 25 guests. It's a great deal!

We are also available for off premise catering, meaning we can bring our delicious and beautiful food straight to you! We can do drop off only for the entertainer who wants to serve her guests and take care of the house or we can do EVERYTHING for the host who wants to truly relax and enjoy their party.

Contact us today to get on the December calendar. We would love to fit you in before our dates are gone!

Always,

Tuesday, September 30, 2008

It's Justo!

Hey there!

It's Justo, the Wedding Coordinator here at the Will Rogers Theatre. I just wanted to introduce myself to our blog.

If you ever have questions about our weddings or need information please feel free to email me at justinl_wrt@kaizenmg.com

I look forward to it!

From a Recent Bride...

Reception Location: Will Rogers Theater- A++++They truly went above and beyond to make our reception perfect and beautiful. They even helped my coordinator tie the bows on all the chairs and helped me to format the DVD slideshow so it would loop automatically. Service was absolutely excellent and it was a perfect venue for our wedding. I would recommend to anyone! Also large dance area which was a huge plus for us!!

Thank you Ashleigh! We loved working with you too!

Always,

Western Avenue Association Party Tonight!

We are happy to provide our bar services and some very yummy hors d oeuvres to tonight's Western Avenue Association party.

The Western Avenue Association works with participating merchants and restaurants to improve the Western Avenue District, bring awareness and exposure, beautify our neighborhood and pull together for advertising purposes.

The association also hosts some awesome get togethers such as The Taste Of Western, October 23rd here at the Will Rogers Theatre and Walk on Western Wednesdays where our proprietors pull out all the stops with special discounts, sidewalk sales and live music.

Check out the Western Avenue Association website today at http://www.visitwesternavenue.com/

and mark your calendars now for Taste of Western, Thursday October 23rd at the Will Rogers Theatre!
Always,

Monday, September 29, 2008

Happy Customers Make Us Happy

We recieved an email today from Nancy with Harding Charter Prep School. Harding Charter Prep is a great school located near the theatre.

For the past three years we have had the honor of hosting their annual school auction and senior breakfast. Next year, they are even adding their Prom to our list of events!

Last Thursday they held their annual auction to raise money for the school. The entertainment was great as usual and they raised a bundle! Nancy was also kind enough to send us some feedback from their event....

"Jessica: I wanted to thank you and your staff for helping us make our event last Thursday a success. The staff was wonderful...thank you, the evening was perfect. I especially liked the bartender that night. He was awesome and very helpful...thank you for being so great to work with. Nancy"

The bartender that night was actually Ben, our parties and reunions Event Coordinator. Now you see why we love him and Harding Charter Prep!

Always,

Congratulations Candice and Pete!

Another wedding reception done here at the Will Rogers Theatre.

Candice and Pete are one of the sweetest couples we have worked with. Candice had an awesome vision for her wedding reception that included warm fall colors and lots of special details.

The tables were draped in chocolate brown tableclothes and Ivory Toppers. Each chair featured a handtied ribbon and place card. Rich gold chargers and chocolate napkins accented the large candle centerpieces and individual wedding cookie favors.

There were candles and fall flowers galore and the bride and the theatre looked stunning. We can't wait to get pictures back from their photographer and share them with you!

So Congratulations again to Candice and Pete! Your reception here at the Will Rogers Theatre was unforgettable!

Always,

Thursday, September 25, 2008

Wedding Details...

Our bar is set with special lighting that makes our glassware glow. It is a beautiful and unique touch to the room.
Simple Centerpieces of fresh red roses are always classic and elegant.

We always allow candles to be used for decor. Nothing illuminates your reception like strategically placed candlelight.


This bold black and white cake, paired with red rose petals and champagne became the focal point of the entire room.
All photos by Prints Charming Photography




Monday, September 22, 2008

High School Reunions

Looking for the perfect place to host your next high school reunion. Look no further, the Will Rogers Theatre is the PERFECT place to host your high school reunion!

Because we handle the room, the setup, the food, the catering and of course, the bar your life becomes so much easier.

We can even provide custom banners, specialty linens in your alma mater's colors, centerpeices and the entertainment for a complete reunion package.

You simply pick a menu and turn in your head count and we do all the work! It will be the easiest event you have ever planned and your classmates will think you did all the work!

We have done reunions for Edmond North, Edmond Memorial, Mustang High School, Choctaw High School Reunion and John Marshall High School plus many more.

Contact Jessica or Ben to handle all of your reunion needs!


Friday, September 19, 2008

The Staff

In the Event Industry, your staff is everything. They manage your events, handle your clients, and make everyone happy. We are incredibly lucky to have a talented and capable staff to meet all of your event needs and exceed your expectations.

Take a moment to meet them...

The Staff

Jessica Conder
Jessica is the Lead Event Coordinator and Manager of the Will Rogers Theatre. She has been at Will Rogers Theatre for 3 years after graduating from the University of Central Oklahoma with a Marketing degree.
Office Hours-M-F 8:30AM-4:30AM
Handles-Bookings, Management, Daytime Business Events, Marketing

Justin Lauderdale
Justin is the Wedding Coordinator here at the Will Rogers Theatre. With his penchant for perfection and his vibrant personality you can trust Justin to make sure your wedding day is perfect.
Office Hours-M-Th 3:30-7:30PM
Handles-Wedding Receptions, Wedding Finalizations, Viewings, and all of our beautiful brides

Ben Miller
Ben is our Business and Parties Event Coordinator. Ben has been with the company for many years, working in catering and bartending for events. Ben has an uncanny ability to get it done, simple and easy, he is the perfect compliment to your business party, high school reunion or birthday party.
Office Hours-Fridays 3:30-7:30PM
Handles-Evening Business Events, Corporate Parties, High School Reunions, Music Events, Birthday Parties and Off Property Catering

Welcome to Our Blog

We figured it was time that the Will Rogers Theatre join the blog world. Here you will find vendor recommendations, event advice and highlights of the event industry!

The Will Rogers Theatre was built in 1946 as a neighborhood movie theatre. It functioned in this capacity for many years. Unfortunately with the boom of multi screen theatres we saw the Will Rogers Theatre close for several years.

Owners Carl and Anita Milam had a vision to revive the Will Rogers Theatre as the city's premier event location. Renovations and improvements transformed the Will Rogers Theatre from a rundown concert venue to an elegant and unique venue for wedding receptions, business events and holiday parties.

If you haven't visited us lately, come check us out! We are here and we are thriving. Surrounded by some of Oklahoma City's oldest and finest neighborhoods and housing Will's Cafe and The Lobby Bar this is one Oklahoma landmark you don't want to miss!

For more information on parties and private events please visit our website HERE.

Welcome, please come back often!