5.0
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Colorado's Premier Wedding DJ
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We simply could not have asked for a better DJ for our wedding! From start to finish, Darrel was incredibly professional, responsive, and genuinely wonderful to work with. Communication was easy and thorough throughout the planning process, and he made us feel very confident that everything was under control.
What really set him apart was his flexibility and dedication on wedding day. We had the rare experience of a Colorado day where it does not stop raining for the entire day. Regardless of this we were determined to do our ceremony outside. He pivoted without hesitation, adapting to last minute changes and set up all of his equipment in the rain to ensure our ceremony would have sound and music. His positive attitude and professionalism never wavered, even under the circumstances.
The entire day flowed so seamlessly thanks to his attention to detail and perfect timing. Every announcement and transition happened exactly as planned (it seriously felt like we were in a movie with how perfect it all was) and allowed us to relax and enjoy the day. It felt like we were guests at our own wedding which was so awesome.
When it came time to dance, he absolutely delivered. The dance floor was packed all night long and he just kept hitting us with banger after banger. I have had so many people tell me it was one of the best dance floors they’ve ever been on and that the DJ absolutely killed it. Darrel did an incredible job reading the crowd and creating an atmosphere that kept everyone having a blast.
He exceeded our expectations in every way. If you’re looking for a DJ who is talented, reliable, adaptable, and an absolute pleasure to work with we cannot reccomend Stage One Events highly enough. Thank you SO MUCH for helping to make our wedding day unforgettable for us and our guests!
Kyra D.
5.0
Darrell was an incredible DJ and truly helped make our wedding unforgettable. From the very beginning, he was professional, responsive, and easy to work with. He took the time to understand our style and preferences, and the music throughout the night reflected that perfectly.
The dance floor was packed from start to finish—Darrell did an amazing job reading the room and keeping the energy high while still accommodating special requests. Transitions were seamless, announcements were clear and well-timed, and everything flowed effortlessly.
We received so many compliments from our guests about the music and overall vibe of the reception. If you’re looking for a DJ who is reliable, talented, and genuinely cares about making your event special, we can’t recommend Darrell enough!
Vince A.
5.0
AWARD WINNER (9X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
Stage 1 Events is a wedding DJ service located in Fort Collins, CO. This family-owned and operated entertainment company takes great pride in being part of couples’ special day. No matter the style or size of your celebration, Stage 1 Events can deliver top-quality entertainment services combined with a down-to-earth and friendly approach.
Darrell Kesterson and his wife Tara established Stage 1 Events back in 2011 and have entertained countless wedding guests in that time. They approach each new project with a sense of warmth and enthusiasm, forging genuine connections with couples along the way. This duo’s musical knowledge is extensive, and they can play a wide range of genres, such as rock, pop, club, and more. Personal requests are also wholeheartedly welcomed.
There are a number of services available to couples who choose Stage 1 Events. For example, in addition to DJ services, Darrell can also MC your special event. He and Tara are equipped to provide the heartfelt soundtrack to your ceremony, reception, and next-day celebrations too. A list of suggested tracks is provided in advance of your event, allowing you and your beloved to source some romantic inspiration for the big day.
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Stage One Events delivered professional, responsive, and adaptable DJ and photo booth services that kept the dance floor packed and the timeline seamless. They provided thorough planning tools, excellent communication, and coordinated smoothly with vendors, even adapting quickly to last‑minute changes like rain. Guests praised the music selection, emceeing, and reasonable pricing.Review photos
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Kyra D
5.0
6/24/2026
We simply could not have asked for a better DJ for our wedding! From start to finish, Darrel was incredibly professional, responsive, and genuinely wonderful to work with. Communic...
ation was easy and thorough throughout the planning process, and he made us feel very confident that everything was under control.
What really set him apart was his flexibility and dedication on wedding day. We had the rare experience of a Colorado day where it does not stop raining for the entire day. Regardless of this we were determined to do our ceremony outside. He pivoted without hesitation, adapting to last minute changes and set up all of his equipment in the rain to ensure our ceremony would have sound and music. His positive attitude and professionalism never wavered, even under the circumstances.
The entire day flowed so seamlessly thanks to his attention to detail and perfect timing. Every announcement and transition happened exactly as planned (it seriously felt like we were in a movie with how perfect it all was) and allowed us to relax and enjoy the day. It felt like we were guests at our own wedding which was so awesome.
When it came time to dance, he absolutely delivered. The dance floor was packed all night long and he just kept hitting us with banger after banger. I have had so many people tell me it was one of the best dance floors they’ve ever been on and that the DJ absolutely killed it. Darrel did an incredible job reading the crowd and creating an atmosphere that kept everyone having a blast.
He exceeded our expectations in every way. If you’re looking for a DJ who is talented, reliable, adaptable, and an absolute pleasure to work with we cannot reccomend Stage One Events highly enough. Thank you SO MUCH for helping to make our wedding day unforgettable for us and our guests!
Vince A
5.0
1/06/2026
Darrell was an incredible DJ and truly helped make our wedding unforgettable. From the very beginning, he was professional, responsive, and easy to work with. He took the time to u...
nderstand our style and preferences, and the music throughout the night reflected that perfectly.
The dance floor was packed from start to finish—Darrell did an amazing job reading the room and keeping the energy high while still accommodating special requests. Transitions were seamless, announcements were clear and well-timed, and everything flowed effortlessly.
We received so many compliments from our guests about the music and overall vibe of the reception. If you’re looking for a DJ who is reliable, talented, and genuinely cares about making your event special, we can’t recommend Darrell enough!
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Kristen M
5.0
1/01/2026
We loved worked with Stage One for our Oct. 2025 wedding at Woodlands Colorado! Darrell, Tara, and their family were so professional, fun, and helped make our day extra special. Ad...
mittedly, we procrastinated on picking our special dance/moment songs, but Darrell did not sweat it for one second. For our first dance, there were specific verses/choruses that we wanted to use and Darrell was able to cut the song to how we hoped for. He even made a special remix of “YMCA” and “Hot To Go” that we had talked about during our planning meeting.
We also used their photo booth and it was one of the highlights of our reception. Everyone had a blast taking photos!
The whole day came together beautifully and Darrell/Stage One was a huge part of that. He kept the party going until the very end and we can’t recommend him enough!
Elana T
5.0
12/31/2025
Stage One Events did an exceptional job on our big day! Darrell was so flexible with our busy schedule during the planning phase & very attentive to everything we asked for. We wou...
ld strongly recommend them to anyone looking for a quality DJ & we were so happy with how everything turned out!
Megan S
5.0
12/31/2025
Stage One Events was wonderful to work with and Darrell was a large part of making sure our day ran smoothly. Starting with the initial phone call, Darrell's friendly personality a...
nd experience really shined through and his organization during the planning call helped put our pre-wedding worries to rest. Day of, everything ran so smoothly thanks to Darrell's direction and working with other vendors. We received so many compliments from our guests about how professional and friendly Darrell was, not to mention the music selection was on point!
Josie T
5.0
12/31/2025
Darrell and Tara were amazing to work with for our wedding in November 2025 at Woodlands in Morrison! They made sure everything was stress free and taken care of from the moment we...
booked up until our exit on the day-of. Darrell did an amazing job making sure every part of the evening flowed together seamlessly!
Amy A
5.0
12/31/2025
Stage One Events were the perfect DJ for our wedding. Darrell and Tara virtually met with us a couple times before our wedding and made sure to tailor our DJ service to our person...
alities. There is a detailed form to fill out, so no songs, dances, or activities are missed! Darrell is creative and was willing to try a new kind of “shoe game” with us. He made sure to communicate with the venue and wedding coordinator, to guarantee things ran smoothly across the board. A bonus is the Photo Booth that Stage One offers! It is a fun Photo Booth, that provides prints and notes from your guests to help savor the memories. I highly recommend them for your next event!
LOURDES D
5.0
12/31/2025
Stage One Events delivered a creative, lively, professional service during our June 2025 wedding at The Elizabeth Hotel's Walnut Ballroom!
Darrell and Tara's curated danceable so...
ngs for our venue were incredibly entertaining and our guests enjoyed the entire time. Lighting, background and sound system were absolutely perfect. We highly recommend Stage One Events for all future events!
Gabrielle H
5.0
12/31/2025
Darrell and Tara were so incredible during the whole planning process. They schedule meetings with you to make sure you are both on the same page. Darrell was an amazing DJ. He lis...
tened to what I wanted and was also a great coordinator to make sure we were on time throughout the day! He is one of the reasons why my husband and I had the best night of our lives! We highly recommend working with Stage 1 Events!
Sierra H
5.0
12/30/2025
Darrell did an amazing job at our wedding! He was kind, professional, and a great communicator. We would highly recommend him for any wedding or event.
Emily W
5.0
12/30/2025
Darell did an amazing job as our wedding DJ. He played great music, kept the energy up, and made sure the dance floor stayed full all night. He was easygoing, professional, and a p...
leasure to work with from start to finish, which made everything feel smooth and stress-free. You can tell he really cares about what he does and about giving people a great time. We’re so glad we had Darell and would happily recommend him to anyone looking for a fantastic DJ.
Molly S
5.0
11/17/2025
Darrell was so fun to work with and we loved having him as part of our day! He was so relaxed and made us feel relaxed. He went with our flow and matched our receptions vibe. He ke...
pt us clued in throughout the the night so we could plan our exit. He smiled the whole time and was so fun to work with!!! He was incredibly
Professional and worked well
With the rest of our vendors. He made the process fun and we laughed through our meetings with him and we both had a blast at our reception! The dance floor was never empty :) We had a great connection with him and can’t wait to run into him around town. I can’t recommend him enough!!
Bri H
5.0
9/12/2025
I’m so happy that Darrell was a part of our wedding day. The planning process was smooth and he was very helpful. He was also very personable which made everything that much more s...
pecial. He made special attention to all the request that we made and always double checked with us for a song request. I felt like our dance floor was packed all night and people were able to cut loose and have a good time which is exactly what we wanted. Plus, their pricing is very reasonable compared to others! I couldn’t recommend more!
Torrey C
5.0
6/27/2024
Darrell was a blast to work with! His planning document made the process so easy to work through and he is easygoing, kind, and professional. He knew exactly what songs to play nex...
t to keep the guests dancing!!
Jadyn H
5.0
6/16/2024
Absolutely loved working with Darrell and Tara!!! We couldn’t have asked for a better DJ/Photo Booth. They were so kind and helpful throughout the whole process and especially on t...
he actual wedding day. I’m so pleased with our decision to hire them and would recommend them over and over again. Thank you guys for helping us have the perfect day!!
Kelsey I
5.0
5/15/2024
Darrel was so awesome! He kept me in the loop all night and helped keep everything organized. He would check with me if he didn’t think a song fit into our original ideas and he ha...
d sooo many people on the dance floor all night. I couldn’t have asked for a better dj!
Janelle G
5.0
1/01/2024
Darrell and the team at Stage One Events were great to work with! Prior to the big day, he sent us a spreadsheet to fill out that was very detailed, which was great because it cove...
red a lot of things we hadn’t thought of yet. He was able to talk us through the different types of reception “vibes” and we landed on one that was perfect for my fiancé and I!
On the day of the wedding, everything was seamless. It was so nice to know that he was keeping track of timing and everything for the reception so my new husband and I could just relax and enjoy the celebration!
Mark K
5.0
1/01/2024
Darrell with Stage One was fantastic with helping with song recommendations for the ceremony and reception to even last minute song decision because we forgot about the last song a...
nd had not chosen one yet. He even checked in with us to make sure it was what we wanted during the wedding. Everything from the set up at 2 different locations one of which was without power was fantastic. The transition from the ceremony site to the reception site was flawless. We would highly recommend Darrell for your wedding dj he is fantastic and will make your wedding night very rememberable.
Pam S
5.0
1/01/2024
Stage One us not only a DJ service, they have so many add on services. Photo booth, lights, beautiful letters to use as initials. Darrell and crew are not only professional but als...
o friendly and knowledgeable. Hard time picking songs, full of suggestions from the past and present. Very knowledgeable of all types of music. They have done the music of both my children's receptions. Highly recommend!
Mike K
5.0
1/01/2024
Darrell DJ'd Mark and Lauren's wedding in September. The ceremony was outside on a hill and the reception and dance in a large barndominium. He brought enough to set up at both a...
reas without missing a beat at either site. The effort made to make the night perfect for the kids was appreciated and he kept the wedding on track and us dancing late into the evening. Thanks for the good time. (yes he is my brother, but you can ask anyone who attended, it was a great time). Destination wedding? Major Venue? it doesn't matter he will make sure you have a good time.
Donna K
5.0
1/01/2024
Very professional, able to read the crowd and play music that would keep everyone dancing
Lisa M
5.0
12/25/2023
Darrell was absolutely fantastic! He is not just a great DJ, he helped emcee our reception and make sure that things ran smoothly. When I was getting overwhelmed with planning the ...
wedding, I had a meeting with Darrell and he walked me through the day step by step and helped me plan. On the day of, he basically acted as a day of coordinator to make sure that we had the best wedding ever. I can’t thank Darrell enough. He is fantastic!
Megan K
5.0
11/01/2023
From the start Darrell was great to work with. One thing we wanted was a full dance floor and he helped us accomplish just that! His music selection kept everyone dancing and also ...
provided seamless transitions throughout the night from ceremony to cocktail hour, to reception. He also helped us prepare our songs by providing recommendations and a planning sheet. We could not have had a better experience - thank you Darrell and team!
Emily L
5.0
7/17/2023
Darrell was absolutely wonderful to work with! He was so organized to help us through the song choices before our big day. He was personable and so kind. I couldn’t imagine working...
with anyone else!
Day of he was perfect! He was prepared, he helped and handled everything well with our ceremony being delayed due to rain. He did a wonderful job hyping up the crowd! He made our wedding day fun and memorable!
10 out of 10 recommend Darrell for your big day your won’t be disappointed!!
Chelsea S
5.0
6/17/2023
Darryl was outstanding!! We were so pleased with his communication before the wedding and he was absolutely on point during the ceremony and reception. I will recommend Stage One t...
o anyone and everyone!! Thank you for making our special day absolutely perfect!!!
Ashley E
5.0
6/13/2023
Darrell with Stage One Events absolutely killed it, we can't say enough how incredibly happy we are with our experience!!
He routinely checked in with us, kept everyone on track, ...
and was a big help picking out the type of music we'd like to play. We didn't provide a playlist, only certain music genres, and we weren't sure how many of our guests would be on the dance floor. But his music choices were so perfect, the majority of our guests were on the dance floor all night long.
We were absolutely blown away and incredibly impressed, we highly recommend Stage One Events.
Layne M
5.0
2/06/2023
Darrell and his team were absolutely wonderful. Sweetest, most genuine guy who truly cared to make our day special.
Danielle T
5.0
10/12/2022
Words can’t even begin to explain how perfect our wedding was all because of Stage One Productions!! From the moment I found him on The Knot, I knew he was going to be the one. Aft...
er meeting with him and getting to know him, his personality, and what kind of Dj he is we were immediately hooked and booked him right away! Darrell is extremely talented and absolutely loves what he does. His rentals were out of this world stunning! The Photobooth was incredible! We had guests there all night long and got back a personalized book with all our guests photos and signatures. The best weeding keepsake we could have asked for! We had the easiest time planning with Darell and he gave us the BEST suggestions and documents to make all our song choices. He had so many amazing recommendations and he helped keep us calm and relaxed with choosing all our music for our wedding. Then the day of the wedding I was just in tears at how perfect the songs were and how well everything came together. The cocktail hour to dinner and introductions and everything in between, Darell was frequently in contact with us and the guests and made everything run so smoothly. THEN the dancing!! Again, words can’t even begin to describe how amazing the dancing and dance floor was! I didn’t leave for a second because it was too much fun ! Every guest had an absolute blast and it truly was the most magical night! I would recommend Stage one in a heartbeat and hope everyone who has DJ needs will hire him! We love Stage One!! Thank you for the BEST night ever!!
Kenzie O
5.0
9/01/2022
We are so so pleased with how our wedding planning and wedding day played out thanks to Stage One Events! Darrell was such a joy to work with as he is very knowledgeable about his ...
music and equipment set up, and most importantly he clearly loves what he does! Darrell is an excellent communicator, and thrives on helping people celebrate and have an unforgettable day with their loved ones. My husband is in the military and deployed last year, and Stage One Events was gracious enough to give us a military appreciation discount/gift which we will be forever thankful for! The planning sheet and planning meeting was SO helpful and we ultimately used the sheet as our wedding ceremony/reception outline for the day. Darrell was so enthusiastic about song suggestions and supported us when we wanted to "branch out" from traditional wedding songs which made us and our guests smile and laugh all evening! We had many guests traveling from low altitude, so the fact that Darrell made a friendly reminder announcement to drink water during the reception made me that much more satisfied with his services! The music played through the day and night was absolutely perfect, I was on the dance floor as much as I could be when I wasn't talking to my guests! I would recommend Stage One Events to anyone planning a wedding or event that needs a lively and witty DJ to entertain a crowd!
Lindsay N
5.0
8/30/2022
This is THE BEST wedding DJ of all time! Our guests absolutely had a blast and we owe it all to Darrell! I'm not sure if he’s ever had so many wedding guests attempt to bribe him t...
o keep playing past 10:00, but it's definitely a testament to how much they loved the music! Darrell did a great job of maintaining the flow of events throughout the evening. He kept up the energy while also keeping us organized and making sure guests knew what was happening. We appreciated him checking in with us throughout the evening. It was truly the most fun we've ever had dancing at a wedding, and although our knees are still trying to recover from 3 straight hours on the dance floor, we would absolutely do it all again! We will recommend Darrell to all of our friends, and might even try to crash any future weddings where he will be the DJ!
Clarissa W
5.0
7/28/2022
Darrell was absolutely wonderful! I could tell from the moment we had our first meeting that he was going to be one of the DJ's that I could rely on to keep the dance floor full al...
l night. He 100% delivered and then some by even acting as almost a coordinator for our timeline. He went above and beyond making sure things ran smoothly and I loved not having to worry about a thing and instead getting to dance the night away.
If you are like me and just want to dance all night but want your DJ to read the room and play what the people want whether they are 19 or 90 then Darrell is the guy for you!
He was organized and punctual and he made wonderful suggestions when we weren't sure which songs to use. We only selected songs for the ceremony, entrances, and first dances but otherwise we told him the age ranges of our guests, artists we like, and he did all the work!
We had a blast and are so thankful we hired Darrell. I was very turned off by the idea of not knowing or meeting our DJ beforehand which is what most of the big DJ companies do... so we loved knowing Darrell would be there for our day!
He was very fairly priced especially given the fact that you are secure in knowing who your DJ is from day one and all the meetings were with him. I recommend Stage One to all couples for their day!
Response from Stage 1 Events LLC on 07/30/2022
Thank you so much for the compliments. You and Ben were so much fun to work with and I'm h...
appy to hear that you had so much fun on your wedding day! I was so relieved that the crazy Breckenridge weather happened before and after (not during) your outdoor ceremony. Best wishes!
Izabeau N
5.0
7/25/2022
Darrell was such a pleasure to have on our special day! From his knowledge of the venue, promptness with weather changes, flexibility and attentiveness we knew from the start we we...
re in great hands! Professional, fun and made this an even more enjoyable event for everyone that attended! Thank you to the moon and back for all your effort and time!
Response from Stage 1 Events LLC on 07/30/2022
Thank you Izabeau! I was happy to accommodate any way possible for the weather. You had su...
ch an amazing outdoor ceremony. And even though the middle of your evening moved us indoors, I'm happy you got to enjoy your first dance and your last dance on the Carriage House deck. All the best!
Ali R
5.0
6/19/2022
Darrell was an absolute delight to work with. He was super fun, high-energy, and really brought the party! He played all of the songs we requested, did a great job MC'ing, was very...
communicative leading up to the wedding, and was overall just super great. I can't recommend him enough!
Mary Kate M
5.0
5/07/2022
We loved working with Darrell and Tara! We had a no-fuss mountain wedding and wanted a DJ that would provide a good time but wouldn't upcharge for a bunch of unnecessary things lik...
e fancy lighting. Despite being the most affordable DJs we found, Darrell was everything we were looking for and very talented. The planning meetings were really helpful, and it was clear that Darrell understood the type of vibe we were going for. The planning tools Stage One provides were very helpful, especially since we didn't have a wedding planner or day-of coordinator. We definitely felt confident going into the day that Darrell would have everything covered, even with our outdoor venue and reception space in the mountains. Darrell's experience clearly showed as he followed the energy of the crowd throughout the night, and he was able to adjust as he went to keep people dancing. Darrell also went above and beyond in cutting/splicing the songs we used in our ceremony and reception to make sure we got the most important lyrics played without having the songs drag on longer than was needed. Stage One provides an incredible value for their services, and we would highly recommend them for any event!
Becky B
5.0
11/17/2021
Our wedding was last month and everyone loved DJ Darrell! My sister even said that if she gets married in CO someday she's booking him! Darrell really knows how to read a room and ...
transition songs smoothly to avoid any awkward silence on the dance floor. He and his wife also provide a welcome packet with suggested songs to help you make decisions on your special moments, and I thought this was super helpful. Our dance floor was packed all night and we owe that to Stage One!
Jenea P
5.0
11/11/2021
Darrell is amazing!! We just got married last Saturday, and he did an astounding job. We had, what felt like, a lot of special requests, and he did a phenomenal job making our musi...
c dreams come true! He had people on the dance floor all night and kept the night so fun, and perfect! I would recommend him to anyone and everyone. He was one of my favorite vendors, and I would use him a million times again.
Jacqueline C
5.0
10/10/2021
My husband and I got married at Rist Canyon Inn and found Stage One after the venue made a few recommendations. I knew immediately after meeting with Darrell that he was the right ...
fit for our wedding. Like someone else noted, there is a good reason why Stage One has so many positive 5-star reviews. He is so friendly, down to earth, and clearly knowledgable about his work. Initially we did not have a good direction on our own for music, but Darrell made it a seamless process to narrow down ideas and preferences that fit our style and guests. Both Darrell and his wife, Tara, were extremely professional and friendly throughout the whole process. We had a small wedding (42 people) and I was nervous that people wouldn't be dancing, but Darrell did an amazing job at getting everyone out there and kept them dancing all night! I highly recommend Stage One Events for all of your event needs!
Tori F
5.0
10/08/2021
We recently used Stage One for our wedding and loved everything about them! The DJ had a wonderful selection of music for people of all ages and did a great job at reading the room...
. We danced the night away and couldn’t be happier for choosing Stage One! We highly recommend them for you special day!
Elizabeth S
5.0
9/29/2021
We loved working with Darrell and Tara. From the first phone call they made us feel really comfortable with the services they provide and on the wedding day, Darrell did an amazin...
g job, not only DJing, but keeping the wedding flowing all night, I would recommend him to anybody looking for a DJ in the Denver area.
Sierra N
5.0
9/23/2021
A skeptical person might see these reviews and say "all 5 stars, that's fishy..." but I can assure you, after working with Darrell and Tara every single star is well earned! These ...
guys are amazing, not only at the actual execution of their service, but at all the planning and communication leading up to the event. They communicated well and quickly, asked pertinent questions that come from years of experience to ensure that your wedding is exactly how you imagined it. I can't rave about them enough and this review could go on and on, but I will leave you with one little anecdote that shows their quality. First of, Darrell crushed it as an MC during the ceremony and through the dinner portion of the reception. Then later on as a DJ, he took a moment to remind the crowd (many of whom are not from Colorado and are not used to the altitude) that alcohol has a more dramatic effect in the mountains/at altitude and that everyone should be drinking more water to help balance the effects. I was just so impressed that he took the time to remind people of that and I am sure many of our guests were grateful for the reminder the next morning.
Thank you so much, Darrell and Tara, you guys made such a huge, positive difference at our wedding. I don't think it would have been nearly as successful as it was without you. I hope I've done you justice with this review and I will certainly be recommending you via word-of-mouth to our friends when they decide to tie the knot.
Megan D
5.0
9/07/2021
So incredible. Did everything we asked and more! And so flexible and knowledgeable. I would highly recommend them to anyone for any event!!
Dawn J
5.0
8/31/2021
Darrel was an amazing DJ at our wedding. He and Tara kept in touch throughout the entire process and were understanding when we had to reschedule our wedding in 2020. They were gre...
at to work with and very professional. Darrel helped the night run smoothly as emcee and everyone had a great time!
Melinda M
5.0
8/15/2021
DJ Darrell was AWESOME! He and his wife Tara were great to work with throughout our process. They were friendly, helpful, and down to Earth. We got so many comments on how great th...
e DJ was at our wedding! He listened to what we wanted with types of songs and created a great playlist that kept people on the dance floor right up to the very end. We also added on the photo booth option and LOVED it. They had some fun props and gave us a copy of every picture in a book that people could sign. I would highly recommend DJ Darrell for any wedding or event!
Brenna G
5.0
3/25/2021
Darrell and Tara were both super organized and made picking a DJ easy! They were quick to respond, pricing was reasonable & most of all Darrell was just fun! He understood our visi...
on & easily took our last minute song changes. Darrell was awesome, even when there was a tiny hiccup he went with the flow and made it work- very impressed with Darrell as a DJ and would recommend him!
Jonathan H
5.0
11/02/2020
They were amazing. They were very organized and detail oriented. We were able to meet with them in person before booking and meet with them virtually to organize the details. Th...
ey helped make our wedding go smoothly
James W
5.0
10/31/2020
Theses guys are fantastic and their experience showed. Talking with them took away the stress worrying about this vendor during the big day. They helped us created a timeline of ev...
ents, flexible with us on meeting times, choosing songs, and they made sure we were able to get all the songs we wanted. Could not be happier with their performance.
Alexis S
5.0
10/31/2020
I am very happy we picked Stage One Events for our wedding. We were married on September 5, 2020 and they made everything run smoothly.
From the beginning, Darrell was able to hel...
p us create a timeline of events, was very flexible with us on meeting times and choosing songs, AND he made sure I was able to get all songs I wanted.
Our guests never stopped dancing. There was music for all ages, tastes, and styles. :) It was a great time.
Both Darrell and Tara were great! I would highly recommend them for future events.
Chanel H
5.0
10/30/2020
The whole family is great to work with and made our wedding the most memorable thanks to Stage One Events! An experienced DJ/ Emcee makes all the difference in the world! Highly re...
commend Stage One!!!
Kelsey B
5.0
10/29/2020
My husband and I were so happy we picked Stage One to do our wedding! They were awesome and worked with us during COVID and changing our date. Super easy to work with, you tell the...
m what music you like and they take care of the rest! Best night ever!!
Kinsey R
5.0
10/28/2020
My husband and I are so happy we chose Darrell and Tara for our wedding. Weddings are stressful enough, and even more so when you’re planning it from across the country like we wer...
e. We were very comfortable working with Darrell. We had no idea what we were doing but his meetings with us put us at ease. As far as the day of the wedding, everything went perfectly, and he solved things on the fly that we didn’t even know about until after. Our coordinator had not provided him the dossier, but Darrell was very intuitive and was able to do exactly what was needed and what we wanted. He was able to improvise and seamlessly loop the music when needed based on timing not going as planned and still fit how I wanted the processional to go. I gave him a very specific direction of how I wanted the processional song to be done and he delivered. He was able to do the same with our first dance song. Since we were doing a bit of a choreographed (basic) ballroom dance, we needed certain parts cut and he was able to make it sound like the song was made that way. Most special moment was when we asked for a last dance of just my husband and I, he had everyone leave the room. I looked up while dancing expecting him to still be in the DJ booth, but he had stepped outside the door as well to give us that extra private special moment. The other best moment of the night was when a drunk guest that we definitely did not want to give an unplanned drunk speech grabbed the microphone off his booth without asking him, or anyone, and tried to give her drunk speech…he kept the music turned up and the microphone muted. Still appreciative AND laughing about that one. Thank you so much for everything!
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