Behind the decks
4 min read
What happens in the hour before your first dance
Sound-checks, a cue sheet and the quiet bit nobody sees.
While you’re finishing dinner, we’re checking every cable twice.
The cue sheet
Your first dance has a start point, a fade point and a cue for the lights. We print it and tape it to the decks.
The quiet bit
Two minutes before, the room drops, the lights lower and we wait for your nod. Then it’s yours.
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June 2027 — 2 Saturdays left
Which Saturday is yours?
Free Saturdays are marked in gold. Tap one to send us your date, or ask about Fridays and Sundays — they’re often free.