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The Rhapsody - Wedding and Reception Hall

4.9 out of 5 stars and 140 reviews
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2322 East R D Mize Road, Independence, MO

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Jackson County's Premier Wedding & Reception Venue

The Rhapsody is a wedding venue located minutes from Kansas City. This expansive property offers an array of beautiful wedding and reception locations. Owned and operated by a husband-and-wife duo, this pair understands the importance of wedding celebrations. Their full-service approach ensures that you experience the day of your dreams. Your wedding journey begins on Day 1 when booking at The Rhapsody. Our In-House Wedding Planners (INCLUDED IN THE BASE COST) will hold your hand through the process of planning your wedding. Color schemes, decorations, table decor, minute by minute timeline, vendor choices, table layouts and more will be discussed, recorded and brought to life by our team. We also provide a Wedding Coordinator for your ceremony that takes place at The Rhapsody. By providing a stress-free planning environment, providing a team of professionals to both set-up and take-down everything belonging to The Rhapsody, and finally providing a coordinator to oversee the details, we ensure a memorable day for you and your loved ones. Here's a break down of what we include in your Ceremony & Reception: ▪︎Tables ▪︎Chairs ▪︎Linens (MANY colors to choose from) ▪︎Napkins (MANY colors to choose from) ▪︎All the set up/take down both inside and outside ▪︎Special Lighting in your colors ▪︎Projector for name display/slideshows ▪︎"The Cottage" (1600 sq ft dressing area, large trifold mirror, hair & makeup stations, two bathrooms, kitchen, and picture areas galore!) ▪︎"The Villa" (separate dressing area, with comfy couch, big screen entertainment system, mini frig, and large bathroom) ▪︎Our Buffet Room, for your caterer, is set up behind closed doors ▪︎Wedding Planning (Yes, an actual Wedding Planner included in our base cost!) ▪︎Wedding Coordinator for your rehearsal and day of the wedding (Yes, a professionally trained Wedding Coordinator included as well!) ▪︎We also Decorate the inside and outside of the hall in your colors With this pricing you get: ▪︎12 hours for the main building on the day ▪︎6 additional hours to get dressed ▪︎PLUS a rehearsal hour (19 hours total) You can use the licensed caterer of your choice and bring in your own alcohol. (Licensed bartender must serve the alcohol) 2024 Reception Only: up to 250 seated guests- $6400 2024 Ceremony & Reception: up to 250 seated guests- $6800 2025 Reception Only: up to 250 seated guests- $6800 2025 Ceremony & Reception: up to 250 seated guests- $7200 We would love to hear about your wedding vision! For a tour of the venue, please give us a call at 816-795-0777

Amenities + Details

Ceremony Area
Covered Outdoors Space
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Liability Insurance
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
On-Site Accommodations
Business Attributes
Woman-owned Business
Ceremony Types
Civil Union, Commitment Ceremony, Elopement, Interfaith Ceremony, Non-Religious Ceremony, Religious Ceremony, Second Wedding , Vow Renewal Ceremony
Guest Capacity
Up to 250
Settings
Ballroom, Garden, Trees
Venue Service Offerings
Destination Weddings, Destination Wedding Planning, Planning
Awards and Affiliations
Hall of Fame2022 Best of Weddings Winner2021 Best of Weddings Winner2020 Best of Weddings Winner2019 Best of Weddings Winner2018 Best of Weddings Winner2017 Best of Weddings Winner2016 Best of Weddings Winner2015 Best of Weddings Winner

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Reviewed On 3/29/2023 by Ethan D
Words can't truly describe how privileged we felt choosing The Rhapsody as our wedding venue. Every single service they provide has the couple's end goals and success in mind. They are punctual, available, and organized. The value of choosing t...
hem is basically endless as they provide many of their services in house, like flowers, DJ, Photobooth, a wedding day coordinator and decorations. Each of these items took stress out of our planning process and allowed us to just really enjoy every second of the day. We could not have felt more appreciated and supported through our entire time. They even provide monthly workshops to go over wedding details like timelines, recommended vendors, and extra amenities. Special shoutout to Bryan who organizes and usually runs these workshops. Our day would not have been as perfect and flawless without him! He even provides DJ services for the day and kept the entire reception flowing and partying the whole night. We adore everything The Rhapsody gave to us throughout the entire wedding process. Could not give any higher of a recommendation to go book with them!
Response from the Vendor on 03/30/2023
Ethan & Connor, We can't thank you enough for the amazing memories we've shared. It was a pleasure to get to know you and your families. You will forever be a Rhapsody Couple and we are blessed for that!! We wish you the absolute best in th...
e future. Please come back for anniversary photos and to just say hi! With love, The Scherer's
Reviewed On 9/16/2023 by Sasha M
We loved the Rhapsody, it was such a beautiful venue. The staff there was amazing and so helpful. DJ Bryan made sure our ceremony and reception was on point. The photo booth we rented was a big hit and definitely kept all the kids busy. Everyon...
e keeps talking about how amazing our wedding was, we owe all the thanks to The Rhapsody and the entire crew. -Mr. & Mrs. Messer 2023
Reviewed On 9/09/2023 by Paul S
My wife and I had our wedding September 1st, 2023 and Rhapsody's was phenomenal! From the day we met Bryan Scherer, to the end of our reception, we were pleased. Beautiful venue and a very pleasant staff to work with. One staff member in partic...
ular named Sabina, is heaven sent!! Bryan is a great DJ! All of our guests have given us positive feedback as well. I recommend Rhapsody's.
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Reviewed On 8/15/2023 by Kayla H
Nothing but good things to say about not only the venue but the whole Rhapsody team! The day we toured the venue we fell in love ( 1st & only venue tour )! Bryan just kept growing on us, his knowledge of any/all things wedding related is just...
mind blowing , perks he’s a BA DJ too! Our day could not have went any smoother, they literally take care of everything!!!
Reviewed On 8/14/2023 by Alma C
Everyone was absolutely amazing! From start to finish, they made this wedding process manageable. They had list of recommended vendors (of all sorts), tips and advice, lists of to do things (two versions), a huge variety of decor options, affor...
dable amenities, and the list goes on! DJ Bryan was incredible and so kind and thoughtful! Sabine and Andrea were so creative and sweet! I mean everyone was so nice! It was definitely a dream wedding come true! I HIGHLY recommend this venue because they will do everything they can take help you out and make sure you are comfortable and happy.
Reviewed On 7/30/2023 by Alana P
I remember when we got engaged, I was so excited, but being the person I am, I instantly started panicking about all the planning we had to do. With The Rhapsody, there was little to no panicking because they took care of so many things and mad...
e the process so simple. They have monthly planning meetings where they go over different topics to help you prep for the big day and they were always available to answer any questions we had. And believe me, we had SO many questions. We were worried we might be getting annoying. But they were always happy to answer every single one of our questions. Our wedding went so perfectly and smoothly. I couldn’t have imagined a better day. I can’t thank everyone at The Rhapsody enough for making our dream wedding come true!!
Reviewed On 7/25/2023 by Debra P
Debbie Peerson just now NEW The Rhapsody made my daughter's wedding day perfect. From decorating the tables. Beautiful, bridal flowers, Beautiful. Photo booth was so fun. And you cannot have your wedding without owner and DJ Bryan. He made ou...
r day so much fun. The recommended vendor list was so helpful. The bridal cottage with a full kitchen and groom villa are wonderful. Take advantage of the many services they offer. The Rhapsody knows how to make your special day stress free and so much fun.
Reviewed On 7/01/2023 by Tasha B
HIGHLY, Highly recommend The Rhapsody! The staff here are just amazing. The team here is very professional but at the same time, not uptight. Easy-going personalities, and lots of laughter. Compared to other venues, you get way more amenities...
in your wedding package at reasonable prices. We celebrated our wedding on June 2nd, 2023, and I am still on a wedding high. Our family & friends continue to express how beautiful the venue/ wedding decorations were. Bryan is a fun DJ! Use him. He has the perfect DJ voice, lol. Andrea and Holly, thank you for coordinating/ planning our wedding so beautifully. You will not regret using this wedding for your special day! 🩷
Response from the Vendor on 07/14/2023
Thank you for this amazing review Tasha!! It was our pleasure being a part of your wedding day. We will cherish the time we spent together planning your BEAUTIFUL wedding!! Blessings to you and Lawrence for a long and happy life together!! �...
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Reviewed On 6/16/2023 by Katlyn H
The venue was so amazing everyone from the rhapsody team did so wonderful on my special day I had no worries and the dj Bryan had everyone on the dance floor
Response from the Vendor on 06/16/2023
Katlyn, thank you for these kind words. We are honored to have hosted your wedding day! It turned out AMAZING! We wish you and William a lifetime of love and happiness!! Please stay in touch! 💙
Reviewed On 6/16/2023 by William H
Bryan and his team was amazing! They made our wedding flawless and couldn’t ask for better.
Response from the Vendor on 06/16/2023
We're so glad you chose The Rhapsody for your wedding day, William! It was a pleasure to get to know you and Katlyn! Your day was beautiful and so much fun!! We wish you both a lifetime of love and happiness! Our BEST! 💙
Reviewed On 6/14/2023 by Julie M
We had my daughter's wedding at The Rhapsody June 10th. It went flawless. She had her dream wedding. Brian was fabulous as well as the wedding coordinator/planner. They all made us feel so relaxed and we were able to enjoy the day with our ...
daughter and new husband, family and friends. I highly recommend this venue!
Response from the Vendor on 06/16/2023
Thank you taking the time to write this review Julie! Sierra and Blake's wedding turned out amazing!! We're so glad you had fun! Congratulations to you and your family! Best wishes from The Rhapsody!! 💙
Reviewed On 6/06/2023 by Erin B
The Rhapsody was absolutely beautiful!! The staff were remarkable. Every single person we worked with were so accommodating. They truly made our dream wedding come true!! We HIGHLY recommend The Rhapsody venue. It has everything you need for a...
wedding and more. We also highly recommend DJ Bryan and the florist Sabine! Both absolutely exceeded our expectations! Thank you Rhapsody staff!!!
Response from the Vendor on 06/16/2023
Thank you for these kind words Erin!! We had SO MUCH fun planning your wedding! It turned out so beautiful and we're so glad you both had a blast! We wish you both a lifetime of happiness! 💙💙
Reviewed On 6/06/2023 by Tonia B
The Rhapsody is the ultimate premiere wedding venue! We had a flawless experience, from the initial booking, coordinating, down to the wedding day! Superb customer service, attention to detail, and overall excellent event planning. VERY satisf...
ied customer here!!
Response from the Vendor on 06/16/2023
Thank you for this review!! It was our pleasure to host your wedding day!! Please stay in touch! Our BEST!! 💙💙
Reviewed On 5/31/2023 by Jackie S
The Rhapsody went over and above to provide the perfect wedding for my daughter and her husband. The venue is beautiful and the decor they let us choose from was perfect. We also chose them to do the flowers which were absolutely beautiful. I r...
ecommend this venue to every couple.
Response from the Vendor on 06/16/2023
Thank you for taking the time to write this review Jackie! We are so happy you had a great experience at The Rhapsody! Congratulations to you and your family! We wish you all the absolute best! 💙
Reviewed On 5/30/2023 by Tracy S
This wedding venue is the absolute best! They are the nicest people and very patient. It's literally a one stop shop. 100% recommend for any couples getting married! Use The Rhapsody they will not disappoint!
Response from the Vendor on 06/16/2023
Tracy, thank you for this review! You and Norman will always be part of the Rhapsody Family!! Please stay in touch! 💙
Reviewed On 5/30/2023 by Kanetha W
The Rhapsody is the best.The coordinating,decorating, dj&photobooth it all was so well put together and the wedding was perfect.Everything went amazingly well and as the Bride I was so relaxed cause I knew my big day was in the right hands.I c...
annot express how appreciative we are for everything that you guys did for us!I will be sure to recommend you to others in the future! Thanks again to the wonderful team at The Rhapsody
Response from the Vendor on 06/16/2023
We so much appreciate this review Kanetha! It was an honor playing a role in your wedding day!! We wish you and Tayro a lifetime of happiness!! 💙
Reviewed On 5/19/2023 by Wendy M
There are probably not enough words to describe how awesome The Rhapsody is!!! From the moment you walk in the door for your tour to the moment you get your final email from them, you are treated like family and as if your wedding is the most ...
important one. The venue is nothing short of beautifully spectacular!! Bryan, Amanda, Sabina, Holly and everyone else were so helpful and very responsive with any questions we may have had. We used Bryan, the in-house Rhapsody DJ and let me just say that every single one of our guest thought he was simply amazing!!! He knew what kind of night we wanted and delivered above and beyond!! I would highly recommend The Rhapsody - Wedding and Reception Hall for your wedding. You will not be disappointed in any way!!
Response from the Vendor on 05/23/2023
Thank you for the kind words Wendy!! It was a pleasure to be a part of your and JP's wedding day. We had the BEST time planning this day with you and it turned out SO AMAZING!! We wish you both a lifetime on happiness. Please stay in touch!...
! 💙💙
Reviewed On 5/15/2023 by Desirae B
I can’t express how much thought and care everyone at The Rhapsody puts into your special day. I’m someone who stresses out about every little thing so it’s saying a lot that they made this the most stress free wedding I’ve ever heard of someon...
e having. Even our parents were extremely impressed with how easy The Rhapsody made our lives during the wedding planning process. Holly was the best coordinator I could ask for, Andrea and Sabina were absolute magicians with bringing all of our decor and floral ideas to life, and Bryan was the best DJ we’ve experienced at any wedding we’ve been to. I can’t recommend this venue and its staff enough!
Response from the Vendor on 05/16/2023
Thank you for these kind words Desirae! We had an amazing wedding experience with you and Andrew, start to finish!! So many wonderful memories that we will cherish! We wish nothing but the best for you both! (Stop by every now and then to s...
ay hi! 😁)
Reviewed On 4/27/2023 by Michael C
If you’re looking for confidence in making your wedding day special, then look no further than the all star team of the Rhapsody. We started our planning with Bryan and he gave us all the tools for success. Vendor recommendations, a thorough to...
ur and guide to make our wedding day go off without a hitch. We then met with Andrea, and she attacked our wedding planning with a sense of urgency. She was very helpful with getting things on our checklist completed. Our photographers, Poemas De Barro said that the timeline that Andrea helped us make, was the best they had seen. For the day of the wedding we were assigned a Cordinator, Holly. Holly, took the stress of the wedding day and crushed it. She did an amazing job of handling little things, assisting the wedding party, and taking care of our vendors. Her organization skill’s definitely allowed us to enjoy our wedding day stress free! The venue was gorgeously dressed from inside and out, each table was designed according to our meetings, and no detail was left out. My feet are still sore from the amazing music that was played by our DJ Bryan, and in a nutshell, he threw it down! The Rhapsody is highly recommended and our day was very special and will be raved about for years!
Response from the Vendor on 04/27/2023
Mike & Ellie, it was truly our pleasure being a part of your special day. Thank you for taking to the time to write this review. The entire Rhapsody team had a blast from start to finish!! Please stay in touch! We wish you both a lifetime...
of love and happiness!!
Reviewed On 4/06/2023 by Nathan T
The Rhapsody is a family run business and they brought us in and made us feel like part of their family! They were so attentive and caring and tended to every need we had. They were always on time and loved meeting with us as many times as we n...
eeded! Highly highly recommend getting married or having any event at the Rhapsody. They went above and beyond to care for us and make it the best day ever! Bryan also knows how to have one heck of a dance party as DJ. Lovely people and a beautiful day!
Response from the Vendor on 04/06/2023
Thank you so much for these kind words, Nathan! You will always be part of The Rhapsody Family! We wish you both a long and happy marriage!! With Love, The Scherer's
Reviewed On 4/06/2023 by Brooke D
Could not be more grateful to have chosen The Rhapsody as our wedding venue. The tour was amazing and Bryan gave us a fully immersive experience to really see what it would be like on the day of. The facility is very clean and absolutely beaut...
iful. The floors are reflective and make for great photos! Booking the venue was smooth and straight forward. No hidden fees that we were not expecting. They gave a detailed overview of expectations in the contract. They were readily available to answer questions and generally responded same day if not within the same hour. The had a day of coordinator, Holly, that made sure everyone knew the game plan and we were running on time. We also were highly pleased to use their florist for boutonnieres and corsages. Best part is we also booked Bryan as our DJ through The Rhapsody and he absolutely killed it. He created the best atmosphere to celebrate the night away. Most definitely recommending The Rhapsody to all of my friends!!
Response from the Vendor on 04/06/2023
Thank you so much Brooke!! We're SO HAPPY for you!! It was a pleasure to be a part of your special day!! We so enjoyed the planning sessions and memories we've shared. We wish you both a long, happy life together!! Please stay in touch! Wi...
th Love, The Scherer's 💙
Reviewed On 3/31/2023 by Richelle D
Staff are so friendly and treat their couples like family. They take pride in their work and share their joy in a well-designed day. Sabina made a bridal bouquet so excellent as to make this mother of the groom get teary eyed and Brian fills th...
e dance floor with not-to-be-missed music. The monthly meetings make the planning easy, organized, and stress free. Do not miss them! This venue and staff made our celebration absolutely wonderful 💕🎉
Response from the Vendor on 03/31/2023
Thank you so much for the kind words Richelle! It was our pleasure being a part of your family's big day. We wish you all the absolute best!! 💙
Reviewed On 3/16/2023 by Mackenzie L
The Rhapsody was fantastic from start to end. The venue is beautiful, clean, and up-to date. My husband and I had thought we were set on our wedding venue and only went to the Rhapsody because they had spring dates available still, by the end o...
f the tour and conversation with the owner, Bryan, we booked our date! The communication was quick and they answered any and all the questions (even the silly little ones that pop into a stressed out brides brain). A huge pro of this venue is the staffing, they take care of most decoration/set-up, music if you chose the in house dj, and the day of coordinator. You wont find that type of staffing at another venue, or at least in a venue that is reasonably priced. Seriously, the best venue!!! I will be suggesting to all the soon to be engaged couples in my life.
Response from the Vendor on 03/17/2023
Thank you for these kind words, Mackenzie! We will absolutely miss you and Ryan and all your family! We've created so many wonderful memories. Please keep in touch! Best wishes, The Scherer's 💙
Reviewed On 3/10/2023 by Kourtney T
The Rhapsody made my day PERFECT. They are so easy to work with and everyone is extremely friendly and helpful. They are not only awesome people, they are awesome at their job. They made wedding planning so easy and made my vision a reality. 1...
00% recommend hiring the in house DJ...Bryan had everyone on the dance floor all night and was the talk of the wedding. Can't speak highly enough about this place.
Response from the Vendor on 03/11/2023
Thank you so much for the kind words, Kourtney. It was a pleasure being a part of your special day. We wish you and Josh a lifetime of love and happiness!
Reviewed On 12/24/2022 by Deandre C
The Rhapsody..... Where do I begin? You guys were amazing throughout the entire experience! Our wedding day was kind of hectic but you all worked to make everything so simple and an evening that we will never forget! Bryan was amazing from th...
e first time we met him for looking at the venue. Worked with our work schedule to make sure that we had everything in order and in place for the wedding day. He also was amazing during the reception as the DJ and when I say that we were dancing the enitre time and the reception was lit, that was an understatement. Thank you for keeping the party rocking all night. I just want to tell everyone that plans to book them as a venue, you will love the family oriented staff and they will go hell and back to make sure your day is the best day and you will not have to worry about anything. Thank you again for creating a memory that will always be with us. Forever and ever. Love, Allison and Dre Clark
Response from the Vendor on 12/24/2022
Allison and Dre, Thank you so much for the kind words. It was an absolute pleasure getting to know you and working together to create many amazing memories. You will always be part of the Rhapsody Family! We wish you both MANY years of love ...
and happiness. Please stay in touch!! -The Scherer's
Reviewed On 11/10/2022 by Jensenn S
From the moment I walked into this venue, I knew it was the one I had to get married at. The atmosphere was the most stunning I’ve ever seen. From the moment my husband & I booked The Rhapsody, Bryan & Rita were always available to answer all o...
f my questions….& I had a lot of them! Never once did they make me feel like I was being a burden, they just wanted to make sure our special day was perfect, & it was! We got married on a Friday so they allowed us an extra hour on Thursday (rehearsal day) to set up decorations that we were bringing in since we did not go with a center piece package & rather provided our own. This helped so much as we didn’t have to worry about decorating on the day of. Wedding day I felt was a breeze! Everything went according to plan & it was perfect. I believe our only downfalls were the fact that the wrong song was played not only once but twice for when my husband walked down the aisle. When my husband said it was the wrong song, Bryan argued that it was the correct one. I do believe my husband, who picked the song, would know if it was the correct one or not. No apology was ever given. The other downfall is having to have every single thing out of the bridal cottage by 3/3:30pm. Unless you keep all of your stuff in one spot & clean up as you go, with 12+ people in the cottage, it’s almost impossible. So it was very stressful on myself & my family/friends to have to rush rush rush to get everything out of there. It would be nice to designate an extra person (friend or family member) to go in an clean up during the reception once the more important parts are over. That way things aren’t forgotten in the rush of things & the mothers/bridal party don’t have to focus on that & just get to enjoy the day. I am still giving The Rhapsody a 5 star because they truly were amazing & no venue is absolutely perfect. Everyone has their flaws & makes mistakes & we learn from them & only get better. My husband & I highly highly recommend The Rhapsody! They are forever family to us!
Reviewed On 10/18/2022 by Aylia H
Everything was amazing from start to finish with this menu. Amazing staff, beautiful venue I highly recommend the price is amazing as well.
Reviewed On 9/26/2022 by Stevee N
I had the absolute worst experience with this vendor. All my other vendors were phenomenal, but working with the Rhapsody was a nightmare. It’s been almost two months since my wedding day and I still can’t figure out how they have such good rev...
iews on the knot. During the tour to look at the venue, Bryan said they would be able to add different colors of napkins and sashes if I couldn’t find any I liked. When planning came around I was told their prices were going to go up soon so I should send in a check for any decorations I was going to have them do. I sent in a check for chair sashes assuming I’d be able to get the colors I wanted as I was told this during the tour. I got with Rita about the colors I was wanting and she wasn’t timely with her emails due to being in the hospital and so I got with Bryan. He said they wouldn’t be doing that and acted like I was unreasonable. I was willing to purchase them myself and let them add them to their collection, because I didn’t want my family to have to decorate. I ended up ordering my own sashes and table runners as their colors are old and out dated. I told Rita I was disappointed in how this interaction was handled and she let me have their decorator steam and put the chair sashes on but the whole encounter was still super frustrating and stressful. I asked for a refund for the money I paid for their chair sashes and I didn’t receive the check until almost two months after my wedding. She supposedly sent it twice, but when I suggested she get tracking, she never did. The biggest kicker of all this is the fact that they wanted to buy my chair sashes from me after the wedding. They don’t work with people who are coming from out of town. They weren’t helpful in working with us for appointments or zoom meetings They assigned a day of coordinator with less than 2 weeks until the wedding. We were told a coordinator would be assigned early July and it was July 27th when one was assigned and I had to ask for her to be assigned. House DJ Bryan backed out after a year of having him booked and didn’t give an explanation and then giggled about it during one of the final meetings. Requirements in the contract that didn’t seem like they would matter or be a big deal, but actually ended mattering and being a pain. For example, the cottage doesn’t open until 8am, so if you have a big bridal party you won’t have enough time to get all the girls hair and makeup done before the ceremony start and still do a first look and pictures beforehand. Bryan verbally recommended Brancatos during the tour and then acted like he would never have recommended them and acted as if I was lying. The roles on who does what is very confusing. I talked with 3 different people who ran the venue and none of them communicated with each other so it made planning a nightmare. I was on my bachelorette party the weekend before the wedding and told her I’d be busy and unavailable Thursday-Sunday because of it and to call my fiancé with questions. She didn’t call him and called me Sunday as I was in the airport trying to get home. This was 6 days before my wedding and the stuff she was calling me about should have been discussed before hand with my coordinator if they had assigned one when they were supposed to. Definitely would not recommend this venue and would give them 0 stars if I could.
Response from the Vendor on 09/27/2022
Dear Stevee and Grant, I am very sorry to read through your review with so many sad memories from your wedding two months ago in early August. When you booked the venue back in January of 2021 we were so excited and looking forward to helping ...
with your big day on August 6th, 2022. Right up through August 6th we did our best to make your wedding day all you dreamed it would be. It was a beautiful wedding and everything went well that day. I'm so sorry for your despair and negative memories that cloud out your joy. We discovered back in December of 2021 that Bryan would be out of town on August 6th, 2022 and would not be able to be your DJ. Bryan felt bad about having to cancel, so he found another DJ and lined him up to do your wedding. Bryan wanted to make sure he did the legwork back in December, so you would not be burdened with finding his replacement. This was 8 months before your wedding. There were many things going on in our family in the past year that you were unaware of. This made for a difficult year for our family business. My mother passed away unexpectedly in October of 2021. Her death impacted my health. The added stress of being responsible for her bills, papers, going through her personal belongings one by one,..the business of being trustee of the estate since October 2021, has been overwhelming. I soon found myself diagnosed with hypertension which led to being in and out of the hospital. It was at this time that you were searching for that particular shade of pink chair tie and napkin color. If I had been well enough to help you, I would have gone through a brick wall to do so. After you found the chair tie color you were wanting, I bought the chair ties from you, so you would not have to spend your own money. On the day of your wedding I hired an extra crew to iron and put your chair ties on the chairs. We did this at our expense, so your family would not have to do it on the morning of your wedding. I knew they were coming from out of town and we did everything we could to make things easier for you and your family. We hired a full time assistant in the spring. This full time person has been at the building every day from 8:00am to 4:00pm since early April. There are several other helpers that do various jobs, but anyone you met with or spoke to would have passed your information on to me or Bryan. I regret if you felt we were not communicating well. We definitely work to make sure no details are missed. We met for your floor plan in June and everything seemed to go well at that meeting. Our coordinators always meet with our couples one to two weeks ahead of the wedding. I personally call every bride the week before the wedding to ensure every detail is in place. I double check your guest count to make sure it has not changed and to make sure we have the correct number of tables/linens needed. Then on Monday morning I place your linen order. I am sorry I called during your bachelorette weekend. If I had known, I would have made arrangements to talk with you earlier in the week. I did not want to bother Grant with questions that he might not be able to answer. Once the linens are ordered we cannot add or subtract tables. Opening the dressing areas at 8:00am gives most couples 6-8 hours of dressing time. With your ceremony starting at 4:30, you had 8 hours in the dressing area on the day of your wedding. Your caterer, Brancatos also owns the linen company that we use. They have many colors to choose from, but occasionally we do run into not quite the right shade, which is what happened with your pink. There are other companies in town, but they are much more expensive and difficult to work with. This is what Bryan was trying to explain when you met with him several months before the wedding. We have a wonderful relationship with Brancatos and welcome them anytime to our venue. I wish you would have allowed me to add your $165.00 refund to the damage deposit, which is how we usually handle refunds. If we had handled it the way I suggested, the full refund would have arrived the week after your wedding in one check. But you insisted that I mail it immediately, before your wedding day. I'm sorry the check did not arrive in the mail, but that was out of my control. I offered to drive a replacement check to Manhattan, Kansas and give it to you personally. I also offered to drive to Shawnee, Kansas and give it to your mother. The reason we get many five star reviews is because we care. We are always trying to improve and make The Rhapsody a beautiful place to get married. We do everything within our power to make sure every couple who books at The Rhapsody has the wedding of their dreams. We love each couple, as if they were our own family. It is personal to us. We loved you too, Stevee and it hurts us deeply to read your review. I'm sorry you did not feel our love. We will definitely try harder to be a light in the darkness. Sincerely Rita
Reviewed On 9/14/2022 by Melissa l
10/10 recomend! The venue incredible, beautiful, and very well maintained. The staff is so nice, and very attentive to what you need to make your special day what you imagined. Every interaction with the staff was pleasant, and they shared th...
eir vast amount of knowledge and tricks to make your day run as smoothly as possible. I also 100% recommend the DJ, he is fun and energetic, and knows how to get people to the dance floor.
Reviewed On 9/13/2022 by Sydni L
Me and my husband have nothing but great things to say about the Rhapsody 💕. They made it so easy to plan our big day on top of making it so easy and smooth to enjoy everything on our actually wedding day. Everyone there is so sweet and involv...
ed in the wedding planning process. The day of the wedding it was not supposed to rain until 7pm. Our ceremony was outdoors at 4:30, around 3:30ish maybe even later it began to rain and they had to move everything under the covered patio (which was still beautiful). It was minimal stress to us and they handled the change so well. We got so many compliments on the venue and how beautiful everything was. We highly recommend the Rhapsody and their staff. 💕 P.S. the photo booth is so much fun!! Definitely recommended getting this during your wedding. & 100% recommend Bryan to DJ! He did absolutely amazing from start to finish and even captured some amazing photos of me and my husband during our night! Holly was an amazing day of coordinator and helped the day go as smooth as possible. They all really made it the night of my dreams!!
Reviewed On 8/11/2022 by Mary P
We had a great experience with the Rhapsody! We had both our ceremony and reception here. All the spaces at the Rhapsody are absolutely beautiful! The people there are extremely friendly, helpful, and low-pressure. They do all the setup, take d...
own, and decorating, plus they provide a day-of wedding coordinator who makes sure everything runs smoothly. We also worked with Bryan, their in-house DJ. He was very fun, charismatic, and professional. He both MCed and DJed for the wedding and really worked to engage with our guests. He kept the dance floor full the entire night and helped make sure our guests had fun. Everyone at the Rhapsody helped us have the best wedding possible and all our guests had an amazing time. We highly recommend the Rhapsody!
Response from the Vendor on 08/21/2022
Thank you for the kind words Mary! We had so much fun celebrating with you on your wedding day. We wish you a long, happy life together. All The Best, The Scherer's :)
Reviewed On 8/10/2022 by Jennie D
The Rhapsody was the venue of our dreams which became a reality when we got married here in July 2022! We immediately fell in love with the beautiful garden ceremony area, the waterfall, flower wall for pictures, and gorgeous ballroom. We wante...
d to get married outside in a garden and this was perfect for us. Also, having the covered patio as a backup option if it rained was a relief! Having our getting-ready areas, ceremony, and reception all in the same location made it so easy for us and our guests. The fact that this is a family-owned business really made it special. We worked with Rita and Bryan (owner/mother and son) as well as Steph (day-of coordinator that they provided for us) and they were spectacular at helping us with whatever we needed. Bryan was also our DJ and we wouldn’t have wanted it any other way - love the way he mixes his music and the presence he brings! There is a Google Drive that they share with you that contains so much helpful information that we used as well. We got the centerpiece package from them where we got to design all the centerpieces and table colors and on the day of they set up AND took down all the tables - which took a load off of us and our family at the end of the night. Honestly, we will miss our meetings at the Rhapsody! We are so glad we chose The Rhapsody for our wedding and would highly recommend this venue!
Response from the Vendor on 08/21/2022
Thank you for the kind words Jennie! It was a pleasure to be a part of your wedding day. We wish you both a long, happy life together. All The Best, The Scherer's :)
Reviewed On 6/08/2022 by Hilary G
When searching for a venue, the main features we looked for were having a ceremony and reception at the same venue as well as having a back up plan if it rained. We wanted an outdoor ceremony! The Rhapsody has the best rain backup plan in the K...
ansas City area. Luckily, it didn't rain during my ceremony and we were married outside. However, I knew if it did we could get married beneath a covered patio with a waterfall! The venue is gorgeous and included several amenities at no extra cost, such as a flower wall, simple table decorations, table cloths, our names projected on the wall, floral decorations in the reception area and a day of coordinator. Rita, Bryan and Steph were the dream team! They worked with me to complete our vision and were extremely proactive in their communication! Also, Rita, provided advice based on her experience in the wedding industry! We did have a small hiccup of air condition issues in the bridal cottage. However, they quickly brought in fans and helped work through the issue. Bryan was our DJ as well! He had about a two hour meeting prior to our wedding and discussed everything. I'm a constant song changer in the car and he made a fast mix. Our guests loved him!
Response from the Vendor on 08/21/2022
Thank you for the kind words Hilary! We were honored to play a role in your wedding day. We wish you both a long, happy life together. All The Best, The Scherer's :)
Reviewed On 5/03/2022 by Abigail M
As the bride I loved my experience with the Rhapsody you get so much for your budget, from the coordinater, chairs and tables and set up and take down. Bryan worked with me so much to help plan the details of my wedding and our coordinater Holl...
y was amazing at keeping everything on track and taking care of things for us! She also did well at accept my high maintenance type A personality. We did a decoration floral package with the rhapsody and it was honestly a steal for what we got and it was amazingly beautiful. They have so many resources they let you use such as stands for our welcome signs and we used their big connect 4 and corn holl! They were super flexible with my payment schedule when I couldn’t work for two weeks because of Covid. My only slightly negative experience was there being some miscommunication with payment due dates and changes in details. But overall an amazing experience!
Response from the Vendor on 08/21/2022
Thank you for the kind words Abigail! We loved being a part of your wedding day. We wish you both a long, happy life together. All The Best, The Scherer's :)
Reviewed On 4/10/2022 by Alexander C
This venue was the perfect place for our perfect day and they made it happen. This venue is family own and operated and we definitely got that treatment. We highly advise taking all of their additions and options for a wedding. We got the best ...
floral arrangement, in-house DJ, and mirror photo booth. The florist, Rita, did all of our flowers for the day and even our wedding party flowers and boquet. Everything was perfect and exactly what we were wanting! She worked through how we wanted it set up, how we wanted our archway to be decorated, and even more! The in-house DJ, Brian, is one of the best we have ever seen. We have now been to a few weddings and none come close to him! Many of our friends and family thought he was amazing and would want him at theirs. The mirror photo booth was also amazing. Many of our guests used it and we can easily go through those photos. It was so cool and easy to use for our guests! During the planning phase, all members of the venue helped us and had multiple meetings to make sure everything was correct. Overall, this family-owned venue is the best place to have your wedding! We do not regret it one bit and will always remember our perfect day. The Rhapsody made it come true for us!
Response from the Vendor on 08/21/2022
Thank you for the kind words Alexander! We had a blast celebrating with you on your wedding day. Everyone at The Rhapsody wishes you both a long, happy life together. All The Best, The Scherer's :)
Reviewed On 3/28/2022 by Brittney S
The Rhapsody was a wonderful place to get married! It has several beautiful options when it comes to the location of the ceremony on the premises, you can get married at the pergola, under their patio, or indoors, so there are plenty of backup ...
options in case weather is an issue. It almost was an issue on my wedding day, as that was probably the only thing that happened that day that I remember being upsetting (and that was not the Rhapsody’s fault, obviously!) If anything, the staff at the Rhapsody handled the situation wonderfully. Bryan was our planner from the beginning and knew I was really dreaming of getting married in front of the pergola with that diamond curtain. The weather wasn’t ideal, it was 45 and chilly with some snow flakes. My girls weren’t dressed to be in the cold, but everyone convinced me that the guests and our wedding party would be fine spending 20 mins outside for the ceremony. Everyone waited inside until about 5 mins before the start, and we were all back into the reception hall quickly and warmed up. I’m so happy our day-of coordinator (Kaci), Bryan, and our Photographer (who is a longtime vendor of the Rhapsody) Angela Shipps convinced me that the outdoor ceremony was the best bet. Bryan was our in-house DJ, and did a great job keeping everyone engaged and kept the party going all night. He played all the music we wanted (and left out some we specifically asked him NOT to play) and he was very attentive to how we were doing all night. All transitions were smooth between all the first dances/games/open dance floor. The only feedback we’ve heard from our guests is there were some songs they had suggested that he didn’t play. There’s probably not one DJ that has every song that anyone can think of - so I would only suggest to keep working on broadening your library! Overall, the planning process went smoothly for the most part. As with anything, make sure you keep a good line of communication open and know what exactly comes with what package and don’t be scared to clarify when it comes to what you’ll have to pay extra for. They suggest amazing vendors as well, we used Hy-Vee for our flowers/cake/catering and it was so easy! They were wonderful. Top Shelf was amazing as well, the bartender was a hit, and she was so accommodating to me and my husband. Thank you Rhapsody for a wonderful wedding!!!
Reviewed On 1/25/2022 by Jenna C
I was completely blown away by our experience at the Rhapsody. Rita and her team made everything from booking to planning even the tiniest details of our ceremony and reception easy and stress-free. We started searching for venues rather earl...
y in the process (started planning Summer of 2020, got married in December 2021) because we were worried about the effect COVID would have on availability. The gang at the Rhapsody were fantastic about working with us to find a date in the time frame we wanted and then ensuring we had all of the important planning dates and information along the way. The information you receive when you book, as well as the information you receive in your Google Drive is incredibly helpful to help with your decisions and planning process. I really can't say enough about how easy Rita and her team made planning our wedding. It was virtually stress-free. Our day-of-coordinator, Stephanie, was a gem. She made sure we were able to see my vision for the ceremony come to life and it was stunning. She was super patient with all of my questions, and most importantly, she made sure I didn't have to worry about a thing the day of the wedding. I highly recommend adding on one of the flower packages. You'd be hard-pressed to match the Rhapsody's price at a different vendor and Rita does a beautiful job with the flower arrangements. Plus, it frees you up from worrying about coordinating with yet another vendor, or about setting up / tearing down those decorations yourself the day of the ceremony. I unfortunately can't speak to the in-house DJ because we ended up using a different DJ service for the reception. This isn't a reflection on Bryan at all, we simply got lucky a few weeks before booking The Rhapsody and locked in an unbeatable deal with a different DJ. The Rhapsody team made it super easy for our DJ to set up and operate, though.
Response from the Vendor on 02/04/2022
We loved working with you on this important day! Thank you for your five star review! Everyone at The Rhapsody wishes you a long, happy life together!
Reviewed On 10/13/2021 by Nakeya E
I highly recommend this venue. The staff was extremely friendly and very professional. The DJ did an amazing job. The wedding coordinator Stephanie was so sweet and did great keeping my wedding party in line, and trust me that wasn’t easy. Miss...
Rita went above and beyond to execute my vision and she actually exceeded my expectations! I thank them from the bottom of my heart I can’t think of one issue that I had other than me forgetting to put my veil over my face! Other than that the night was absolutely perfect and I constantly keep playing it over and over again in my head the venue was so clean And the outside bar was a really good addition we didn’t have to worry about any bugs either so that was a plus as well.
Response from the Vendor on 02/04/2022
Thank you for the five star review! Wishing you a long, happy life together!
Reviewed On 10/12/2021 by Mariah T
This venue is amazing. From the ownership and staff, to the event space and decor options, they impressed me at every level. I had my wedding/reception there on 8/14/21 and it was the most magical day and I have to give The Rhapsody credit for ...
a lot of that! From the very beginning, Rita and Bryan (owners) worked directly with my husband and I on wedding prep details and planning. They covered every aspect of our special day (area for the ceremony, decor, music, schedule, vendors, etc.) and made sure we had a plan for everything and all of our questions were answered. They allowed us to meet with them numerous times and they even hosted workshops throughout the year to help couples preparing for their special day. Our wedding was originally planned for 8/8/20, but with COVID really on the rise then, Rita and Bryan allowed us to push out our date for no additional cost. They were very accommodating and understanding. We used Rita for our centerpieces by purchasing one of their special packages and she did a great job! They were so beautiful. We also used Bryan as our DJ and he really helped get the party started and keep it going all night long! All in all, if you're looking for a beautiful venue (pergola, covered patio, reception hall), great ownership and staff, help coordinating your special day, and a real good time, The Rhapsody is the place for you! I'd recommend them to anyone! Thank you for making my day so beautiful, I'll never forget it! ❤️
Response from the Vendor on 02/04/2022
Thank you, Mariah! We loved every minute! Wishing you all the best!
Reviewed On 10/04/2021 by Karen J
Can't thank the owners and workers enough my daughters reception was here and was so wonderful. Had so many compliments. It's pretty place it's elegant classy. They have a beautiful outdoor covered huge patio with bar for our cocktail hour and ...
people could go outside and inside. If your looking for a pretty venue check it out! Thanks Rita, Brian and Stephanie. Also Brian is a DJ too and does awesome work at that'
Response from the Vendor on 02/04/2022
Thank you for the great review! We all wish you a long, happy life together!
Reviewed On 7/30/2021 by Jessica J
The Rhapsody and I will say this over and over, is truly amazing. Book them, book their Dj, book their photo booth, book it all. lol. They are there to make your day every bit of special, stress free, and fun! Their space is GORGEOUS, clean, an...
d very spacious. My husband and I can’t thank them enough for everything they done for us to make our day so perfect. 🤍
Response from the Vendor on 02/04/2022
We loved every minute! Thank you for your wonderful review!
Reviewed On 7/27/2021 by Tay G
From the beginning of the touring and booking process the Rhapsody and staff were the total package! As a bride, I was looking for a space that could do both ceremony and reception within the same venue and offered a fair amount of time to have...
the event space. The Rhapsody has all their bases covered from custom in house decorations and flower packages, in house DJ availability, photo booth, private areas for prewedding activity, beautiful indoor/outdoor space, making it easy to "say yes" to the venue. My wedding day was a dream, I recommend the Rhapsody Event Space without hesitation.
Response from the Vendor on 02/04/2022
Thank you for your five star review! Wishing you all the best!
Reviewed On 7/16/2021 by Denita H
This was my daughter's (and now son-in law) wedding. The Rhapsody went above and beyond to make their day special. Planning a wedding is stressful! Mrs. Rita was very patient, pleasant, and kind to work with. We changed our plan, seating chart,...
and minor details several times. Each time we were met with a smile. We never felt like we were just "another wedding/business deal". Brian, was amazing. We initially met with him and he too made us feel like we would be missing out if we didn't choose Rhapsody for their special day. :) Casey, our coordinator the day of the ceremony, all I can say is she was a jewel. She made sure that every detail flowed as calm water. She was cool and patient. Which was very important because we had a big party and it was hot! I can't say enough good things about our experience. From the decorations, ambience, diamond wall, photo booth, outdoor patio etc.it was perfect! Hands down, we chose the right venue. To all the Rhapsody staff, THANK YOU!
Response from the Vendor on 02/04/2022
We loved helping with your big day and appreciate your kind words! Blessings to all!
Reviewed On 6/17/2021 by Jacqueline P
Oh my goodness. I can’t begin but rave about how amazing Bryan, Rita & stephanie are! We booked and planned our wedding in 6 months. It was such an amazing, smooth experience, and a lot of that had to do with our vendors! When we booked them, ...
we also decided to go with their in house DJ (Bryan) their Photobooth, and highest décor package (Rita) so I didn’t have to do much 😂😂 They absolutely NAILED IT with our florals, centerpieces, and decor! The venue has a girls cottage and a guys area as well to get ready in, which is beautiful for photos. The venue also came with coordination and planning. I did a lot myself (because I wanted to) lol but it was great knowing they were there if I needed them. Communication was great. The florals turned out AMAZING (Rita made my bouquet, wrist corsages, and centerpieces) and our coordinator (Stephanie) and Bryan made sure our day went as smooth as possible! They are absolutely incredible! Would def 10/10 recommend!
Response from the Vendor on 02/04/2022
You are so sweet! Thank you for your kind words. Everyone at The Rhapsody wishes you a long, happy life together!
Reviewed On 5/05/2021 by Debbie M
Our daughters wedding was at The Rhapsody in Independence Missouri April 30th. We had to reschedule the date twice due to the pandemic. We originally had it on a Saturday but ended up with a Friday due to the volume of weddings being reschedu...
led. We are so happy we had it on a Friday. Worked out well for our out-of-town guest and gave us time on Saturday to spend time together. We loved the decorations and fresh flower arrangements that owner Rita made. Highly recommend Bryan the DJ. He prepared Brooke and Lee with itinerary for the entire wedding. He laid out what was needed to keep the wedding reception moving and how to ensure they had time to thank each guest. He spliced some music together for them. He was very enthusiastic and professional. Stephanie the wedding coordinator was organized and accommodating. She walked us through the entire ceremony. Kept the wedding party organized. She helped set up the live stream and helped keep photo booth operating. She also cleaned up several spills. At the end of the evening she made several bouquets out of the fresh flowers for our out-of-town guest. At the end of the evening when we were loading up our stuff one of the groomsmen made a comment this is the first time I’ve attended a wedding that had the least amount of stuff to load up. Its because The Rhapsody accommodated for most of our needs we didn’t have to do anything it was wonderful. I’ve already had three people reach out to ask the price of the venue which I felt was very reasonable for everything that was provided and the professional guidance we received. Rita from the very beginning prepared us, set up meetings with us. Told us what to expect. Bryan and Stephanie complemented by providing us with their professional guidance during their meetings. Best decision we made. Highly recommended Deb.
Response from the Vendor on 02/04/2022
Thank you for the wonderful review! Blessings to all!
Reviewed On 4/25/2021 by Kaitlin H
The Rhapsody goes above and beyond any expectations you have. They were absolutely phenomenal people to work with. We were involved in every step, the communication was fantastic. The coordinator they provided, Kaci, was outstanding! She was pa...
tient, knowledgeable, very easy to get along with, and made sure everything went smoothly for us. We decided to have Bryan, the in house DJ, DJ for us. He kept everything moving along and knew exactly how to handle the crowd! It was absolutely beautiful! My guests has an amazing time! I cannot say thank you enough for everything they have done!!
Response from the Vendor on 02/04/2022
We loved every minute! Thank you for your five star review! Best wishes for a long life together!
Reviewed On 4/10/2021 by Nikki B
I recently married the love of my life at The Rhapsody and it was an absolute dream come true. Rita and the rest of the staff paid close attention to details, handled most of the planning, were flexible, and cared about making sure everything w...
as exactly how we wanted it to be. I felt like I was the number one priority and had so much support with planning. On our wedding day, my husband and I were able to focus on enjoying every moment rather than feeling stressed or having to ask family members to help us set up or manage vendors. Rita (owner and florist), Bryan (DJ), and Kaci (wedding coordinator) were all enthusiastic, organized, and communicated effectively. We received countless compliments from family and friends both in attendance and online. I toured several local venues before finding the Rhapsody and I am so glad I did not settle for somewhere else before finding this gem. We cannot recommend The Rhapsody enough! If I could give extra stars I would because this venue did not disappoint in any way and I was blown away by how incredible the location, decorations, flowers, music, photo booth, bridal cottage, groom's villa, photo ops, and team of staff dedicated were.
Response from the Vendor on 02/04/2022
Thank you, Nikki. We loved helping with your beautiful wedding day! Many blessings!
Reviewed On 12/19/2020 by Haley T
Wow, The Rhapsody made everything so easy and stress free! When we set the date, The Rhapsody provided many recommendations on officiants, bartenders, catering (meal and dessert), and more. They offer different packages which is nice so it give...
s you the opportunity to choose what works for your budget. We chose staff from The Rhapsody for floral and the DJ. Best decision we made. They are so experienced and know the in and outs of the business. Would 100% recommend them!! Thank you Rhapsody for a memorable and perfect day!
Response from the Vendor on 12/20/2020
Thank you so much for the kind words Haley!! We had a blast helping you plan your wedding and loved celebrating with you on the day!! We wish you only the best!!
Reviewed On 10/20/2020 by Andrea C
Everyone at The Rhapsody is great to work with, it truly does feel like you're part of the family. The decorations were beautiful and exactly what I wanted, and I can't say enough about Bryan the DJ. Everyone at the venue puts in so much work t...
o make sure the wedding goes as smoothly and stress free as possible. Everyone at the wedding had great things to say about the venue and how gorgeous it is. I highly recommend this to anyone hosting a wedding in the KC area!
Reviewed On 9/15/2020 by Monica B
Where do I start with how to describe how awesome this venue is? The Rhapsody is family owned and you can tell their entire heart is into their business and providing quality services to brides/grooms. The Rhapsody essentially brought my dream ...
wedding to life at an affordable cost. I am usually very hands on but planning a wedding can easily become overwhelming if you are like me and try to take on too much. I was able to give up some control and communicate to the Rhapsody team exactly what I wanted and they beautifully executed everything! The venue has potential to work with a variety of budgets and can be as all-inclusive or as DIY as you would like. I personally chose the upgraded centerpiece design package and felt like it was a reasonable cost for all the extras you get for the venue to help recreate those Pinterest designs you fall in love with. Not only does Rhapsody provide a beautiful venue space but they also provide so much guidance and planning tools to keep scattered brides/grooms organized. I used every spreadsheet, booklet and document that they provide to all couples to stay on task and keep all my vendors on the same page! Would recommend this Venue to any couple planning a wedding in the Kansas City area!
Reviewed On 9/09/2020 by Kayla S
We had our amazing wedding at The Rhapsody on August 22, 2020. It was fantastic. I found the venue online and after a tour, I absolutely knew we had to have our wedding there. Rita was fantastic to work with. Kaci and Anna were AMAZING the week...
s before and day of our wedding. Everyone was so helpful, responsive, and took the time to answer all my questions and quell all of my fears. We splurged half of our budget on The Rhapsody and it was worth every penny. We went with the basic package and I was worried it would be too little but it was PERFECT! Not only do they take care of decorations, centerpieces, and clean-up, but the amount of time you get and the Grooms Room and Bridal Cottage. The decorations and centerpieces were beautiful, the photobooth was a huge hit! The venue is absolutely breathtaking. I wish I could go back and have another photoshoot with just my husband and I. They try to make your wedding as smooth as possible which was perfect since I planned ours myself. We received a folder of planning information, layouts, templates for timelines, it was great. Rita went above and beyond to make our wedding fantastic. My family was suspicious of our Game of Thrones theme but it went so well in this venue all of our guests raved about the elegance of the venue and decorations. I want to go back and relive this day so much!! The Rhapsody is THE place to have your wedding or event.
Reviewed On 8/19/2020 by Lisa S
This venue is beautiful and everyone who works at The Rhapsody is very friendly, helpful, and professional. Our daughter's wedding was perfect and all of our guests were very impressed with The Rhapsody!
Reviewed On 7/09/2020 by Jake M
The Rhapsody and the entire Scherer family is absolutely amazing! They are incredibly helpful and will work with you every step of the way throughout the planning process. Beyond the family, their staff is amazing and were all over the place du...
ring our wedding making sure everything was running smoothly. After our first venue went bankrupt Rita was so sweet and welcomed us in with open arms, helping to settle our fears and calm our nerves. Then throughout this pandemic it's so obvious how much they care about their couples, everything from keeping us up to date on the most recent policy changes to 1am nights the week of discussing last minute safety measures we need to take. I can't express enough how grateful we were that we found The Rhapsody and how blown away you will be if you book with them. The are outstanding and really truly just good, honest folk.
Reviewed On 11/22/2019 by Angleique J
I can't say enough about The Rhapsody! The venue and grounds are simply beautiful, with three distinct spaces for guests to enjoy, the garden area (where my daughter's ceremony was held), the piazza-style terrace with waterfall and fireplace, a...
nd the gorgeous ballroom. That's not even mentioning the wonderful bridal cottage and groom's area. They have truly thought of everything! Rita, her family, and staff are top notch and there for you every step of the way! When we first considered The Rhapsody, I thought the price was a little on the high side, but once I realized what a special place it was and all of the extras that are included, I quickly realized what a great value it is, as well. The only slightly negative thing I can even think of is that I would have liked to be able to hold the rehearsal on Friday, instead of Thursday, but I understand their schedule and it wasn't a big deal. Definitely check out The Rhapsody for any event, it really is a hidden gem!
Reviewed On 11/19/2019 by Russell A
The Rhapsody was amazing and easy to work with. They made everything so much less stressful. There were numerous options to choose from and the day of our event was flawless!
Reviewed On 10/18/2019 by Jordan S
Our original venue closed 8 week prior to our wedding, and we were frantic. The entire staff at The Rhapsody was so helpful and accommodating. They truly care about their couples and go above and beyond. We had their in house florist do all our...
arrangements, and she did a beautiful job. They even have a day of coordinator, who keeps everything and everyone on track. The bridal cottage was a HUGE help. I had seven bridesmaids and we were able to get ready together and not feel cramped. If you need a venue, this is the place.
Reviewed On 10/15/2019 by Kennedy G
The staff at the rhapsody was very thoughtful and committed to what the bride and groom wanted! They are very down to earth people and want what is best for the happy couple. Rita, Kaci, and Bryan helped us with our event. All three of them wer...
e very kind, and extremely helpful to have on our side during this process. Kaci was our wedding planner and she did everything she said she would, and more! Bryan was our DJ for the reception and both sides of our families are still talking about how well he did. Rita did our bridal party flowers, and centerpieces— they were well over our expectations, and out of this world amazing! Below/attached are some pictures of decorations, and the cottage where the bridal party got ready in. My husband and I were very pleased with how our day went at the rhapsody. We highly recommend having both ceremony and reception at the rhapsody! Why go anywhere else, this place is amazing!
Reviewed On 10/11/2019 by Angela G
We were looking at old mansions in KC for a wedding reception venue for months but their reviews were horrible. We didn’t want a reception in cookie cutter hotel venue. Then we I went to the Open House for The Rhapsody in Independence, MO . ...
Never expected to fall in love with a wedding venue when we toured the Rhapsody in 2018. The venue was so beautifully classic and unique. It has an old world Tuscany charm. The staff at the open house were so nice and helpful. We never expected such an elegant setting so close to home and great hotels for out of town guests. We booked it for the reception and as the year flew by we were informed of updates and improvements . The Rhapsody added a roof with lights and fans that covers their gorgeous patio, new flooring, new chairs, an outside fireplace, larger bar and a privacy fence. The Rhapsody just got better and better. At every turn throughout the year, if a problem came up in our planning, Rita Scherer at the Rhapsody either solved it or gave us great advice. Nothing phased her. She answered any question promptly and have us great alternatives. We saved money because Rhapsody has packages. Beautiful flowers in the wedding colors , set up, linens and a choice of many different centerpieces all included. Not only money saving but think of the time involved! We attended 7 family weddings through the US in 3 years. An informal poll was taken. Rhapsody won for best venue. I, as the MOB, voted it number one because it’s just not beautiful but the Scherer family went above and beyond in their customer service. We all felt we were working with family. We had no wedding coordinator since it was a reception after a destination wedding. If we forgot something or needed anything Brian was right there finding a solution . Brett’s Photo booth was so much fun. Brian won the family vote for best DJ of the 7 weddings. He met with the bride & groom and kept everything moving all night long. Bridal cottage is a must. We relaxed before the reception and just had fun. The red velvet settee is great for photos. So many places at this venue are great for photos- gardens, wall of flowers, arch and waterfall. Overall the Rhapsody has lots of fabulous space with a cozy elegant look. We are so thrilled about the way everything was handled. Even received our deposit back in a week! Thank you, Scherer family, we really appreciate all you did to make our daughter and new son-in-law’s party special! We still have two unmarried children so we hope to see you soon!
Reviewed On 9/26/2019 by James P
My 1st daughters wedding was a terrifying logistical event that was made into an enjoyable experience due to the patience, attention to detail and personal attention of the Rhapsody owners and staff. This is a great venue that includes exce...
llent people. I recommend the Rhaposody. I have experienced their commitment to making our event special and I am confident that you will experience the same
Reviewed On 9/17/2019 by Kayleigh M
Where do I even begin!? The entire Rhapsody family is absolutely amazing! They went above and WAY beyond when creating and planning the perfect wedding for us!! They offer so many in house options to help make your day run stress free. Rita b...
rings your vision to life with her talented floral décor and centerpiece options. I highly recommend doing the upgraded flower option, this saved it saves you so much time and not having to worry about getting all the items to create your centerpieces. You literally just show up and everything is done! This was a major reason why I love this venue. The entire staff is so well organized, detail oriented and helpful with any questions you have. Bryan is the in house DJ and he was so helpful with every single little detail from the start of your ceremony to the very last song. I really love how they schedule a few times throughout the busy night to take a moment for the bride and groom to slip away and just enjoy a special moment with each other. They 100% put the couple first and I think that is HUGE! The Rhapsody family will always hold a special place in my heart!! Thank you guys for making everything absolutely incredible on our special day!!
Reviewed On 8/24/2019 by Shawnna F
This event space is a hidden gem! Many info our guests did not know it existed. Location is prefect. No searching for parking or fighting the traffic or noise that you deal with downtown. Beautiful pavilion and indoor and outdoor space. Bride h...
ouse was great! Lots of room for everyone to get ready together. Rita, Brian and Staci were awesome to work with.
Reviewed On 6/27/2019 by Bethany C
It was absolutely perfect! We loved all the staff but especially Brian and Kaci! They did an amazing job at keeping the day stress free! Brian was an awesome Dj, I’ve never seen a dance floor full the whole night. The venue is absolutely gorgeo...
us. If you are looking for a Venue for your ceremony and reception then check out The Rhapsody, you won’t be disappointed!
Reviewed On 6/21/2019 by Lori H
We couldn't have asked for a better venue!! It was perfect at The Rhapsody! Rita and her family are great people! Bryan is excellent as the DJ and got everyone out dancing and having a fabulous time! Kaci was more than expected as the wedding c...
oordinator! It was like having a best friend helping you with every detail. I am so happy we chose The Rhapsody for my daughter's gorgeous wedding!! You will not be disappointed if you choose this venue!
Reviewed On 6/17/2019 by Pamela K
The staff at The Rhapsody house do a beautiful job. From giving you a top list of vendors to start with completely your choice thru the whole process right up to the end of your evening they made sure everything ran smoothly. Definitely recomme...
nd them them, I would definitely want them again!!!! Made our wonderful special!!! Thank you Rita, John Bryan and Anna on another successful wedding in the books!!!
Reviewed On 6/17/2019 by Robert H
The Rhapsody made our dreams come true with our daughter’s wedding. Amazing outdoor space with beautiful decor. The staff were available and extremely helpful throughout the day. Exceptional value, where you know the owners and staff truly c...
are about creating those life-Long memories, and is not just a business. I highly recommend this venue!
Reviewed On 6/17/2019 by LuAnn H
The Rhapsody was so perfect for our daughter’s wedding. Even with the brief weather delay they handled all issues with the utmost professionalism and grace. We had many compliments of how beautiful the venue was decorated and set up. Thank you...
Rhapsody for an amazing, memorable day!
Reviewed On 6/07/2019 by Olivia S
Wow wow wow, this venue is truly the best ever!!!!! Family owned, genuine, gorgeous, and absolutely top notch! It is so obvious that they care about your individual wedding and want it to be exactly what you’ve always dreamed - and for us, it m...
ost definitely was. They are a one stop shop with options to work with their in house DJ, include a photo booth and slideshow, linens, tables, set up, tear down, and even decorations and bridal flowers if you choose! They even have a bridal cottage and groom’s den on site for getting ready! They are honest, direct, and organized. We couldn’t have asked for anything more, and we would choose this venue time and time again!
Reviewed On 5/26/2019 by Ashley T
From the moment we met with the staff at the Rhapsody we knew they were perfect for our big day. The owners and staff are beyond accommodating. They went out of their way to ensure every single last detail was accounted for and in order. My hus...
band and I had the privilege of being the first couple to get married with their new outdoor expansion and the team made miracles happen to ensure it was ready and absolutely BEAUTIFUL for our big day. I can’t thank Rita, Bryan, and Elizabeth enough. We had a flawless wedding day!!
Reviewed On 11/27/2018 by Dana N
Hands down the best group to work with!! Family friendly group that made all the difference! The event space for an outdoor wedding in the middle of Independence MO at first seemed lame... BUT when we saw the altar and the BEAUTIFUL landscape i...
t was breathtaking! Our wedding was November so the mums were in full bloom, leaves changing gorgeously and a nice mix of Holiday feel with some pine trees around the area! Highly recommend this vendor and group to work with! Book early, they book up fast.
Response from the Vendor on 11/27/2018
Dear Dana and Megan, Thank you for the wonderful review! We loved working with you both and your families! What a beautiful wedding! Everyone at The Rhapsody sends our wishes for a long, blessed life together!
Reviewed On 10/08/2018 by Lucy V
Everyone worked so hard to make sure my wedding was absolutely perfect. The staff were extremely friendly and personable. I had a couple issues pop up and they accommodated my changes without hesitation. I would definitely recommend them! <3
Response from the Vendor on 10/16/2018
Thank you for the wonderful review! We loved working with you, Lucy and wish you and Joel a lifetime of happiness!
Reviewed On 10/07/2018 by Cassie M
The Rhapsody was amazing!!! They were always there to answer any questions. They decorated and made our day amazing!!! We had so many compliments on the decorations! Rita, Bryan, and Anna were amazing!!! The bridal cottage, and grooms suite wer...
e amazing to use to get ready! Bryan kept the music great and kept the dance floor full!! They are a great and would recommend them to anyone!!! Was a huge relief to not have to worry about center pieces or decorations because they took care of all of it!!! Thank you so much again!
Response from the Vendor on 10/17/2018
Dear Cassie and TJ, Thank you for the five star review! We loved meeting you both and working together on your AMAZING wedding! Everyone at the Rhapsody wishes you a long, happy life together!!
Reviewed On 8/23/2018 by Brittany E
We used ‘The Rhapsody’ Wedding Chapel and Reception Venue for our Wedding in May and we are extremely pleased with how our day turned out. The venue was more than accommodating of all our needs and wants and their communication was top notch, a...
nswering any and all questions we had leading up to the day. What’s more, they also made the day easy by providing the tables, chairs, center pieces, floral designs, photo booth, and DJ for our reception. The reception hall held our party of 100 comfortably and never felt crowded. The people at ‘The Rhapsody’ are great, specifically Elizabeth and Bryan. Elizabeth was our Ceremony coordinator and she made sure that the ceremony went off without a hitch, and went above and beyond what was expected of someone in her position. She took so much stress off the bridal party that it made the day that much better. Bryan was our Dj and reception MC and kept the party going with great music and fun games and dances. Just like Elizabeth, Bryan made the reception easy on us and we never once felt overwhelmed or pressured on the day. We can’t speak highly enough of Rhapsody and would encourage anyone to use them for their big day as well! Thanks Rhapsody!
Response from the Vendor on 10/16/2018
Thank you for the kind words and wonderful review, Brittany. It was our pleasure to be there for you on your wedding day! Wishing you all the best!
Reviewed On 7/16/2018 by Tommy R
My wife and I recently had our reception at The Rhapsody. We are both very impressed with the service and space provided to us. All the staff members are responsive and communicate in a timely manner. The different packages they offer are very ...
clearly lined out, so it’s easy to get exactly what you want for your special day. Our DJ, Bryan, did an awesome job making the whole night go smoothly. If you are looking for a great time in a beautiful venue, I strongly recommend The Rhapsody.
Response from the Vendor on 10/16/2018
Dear Tommy and Ashley, Thank you for the wonderful review! That means so much to us. Everyone at the Rhapsody wishes you both a long, happy life together!
Reviewed On 6/19/2018 by Macoshia W
I had my reception at the Rhapsody in May 2018. The space is beautiful inside and out. The experience was wonderful. Ms. Rita and the rest of the staff are very pleasant and easy to work with. She was so helpful and able to accommodate all of m...
y request. I am completely satisfied!!
Response from the Vendor on 10/16/2018
Thank you for the wonderful review! We wish you and Nick the very best with many blessed years ahead!
Reviewed On 6/18/2018 by Beth S
Hands down, the best wedding venue!!! The wedding started on time, everything was taken care of, Brian and Amanda took care of every need!!! They made us feel like we were friends in every way possible! Everything went smoothly, it was beautif...
ul inside and out. It was worth every penny to have the wedding there! We will be back for our other son's wedding!!!
Response from the Vendor on 10/16/2018
We are so grateful for your awesome review of the Rhapsody! We wish you and Ryan many happy years together filled with all the blessings you deserve! Come back and see us sometime when you are in the area.
Reviewed On 6/12/2018 by Robin W
Got married here on June 1st, 2018 with an outdoor garden ceremony & an indoor reception & it was amazing! Their garden is beautiful w/ flowers everywhere & a waterfall. The indoor hall is beautiful & fancy looking. The staff is amazing! Rita (...
the owner) is the sweetest lady you will ever meet. Her friendliness & positive attitude are another reason that I knew that I had to lock in the venue & it & she did not dissapoint. She decorated the archways in the venue & the pergola outside that we got married under with these beautiful floral arrangements that I'm still getting complements about. She has so much much knowledge & experience that she is happy to share that made things easier on me. She gave us a folder with a bunch of recommendations on wedding venders (caterers, officiant, bartender, etc.) that helped us out tremendously. She also provided us with a list of hotels & near by restaurants for wedding guests who were traveling in from out of town. She provided us with a wedding day/wedding rehearsal coordinator that was a life saver. Her name was Elizabeth Rush & she was a God send & I can't imagine how my wedding would've turned out without her. They had an in-house DJ that we decided to use who was awesome & kept all my guests engaged & entertained. If you want your wedding to be as close to perfect as possible, Rita & The Rhapsody should definitely be your choice!
Response from the Vendor on 10/16/2018
Dear Robin and Philip, What a beautiful wedding! Thank you for your wonderful review. It was so much fun to work together on this important day. We hope you'll come by sometime and keep us posted on how things are going. Best wishes!
Reviewed On 6/10/2018 by Morgan B
So yourself a favor and book here with Bryan as the DJ and it will be amazing.
Response from the Vendor on 10/16/2018
Thank you the great review! Everyone at the Rhapsody wishes you and Tim all the best! DANCE like no one is watching!!
Reviewed On 5/15/2018 by knottie98834915c814dc51
We recently had our wedding and reception at the Rhapsody and let me just say not only did they meet my expectations but they exceeded them by FAR!! I can not think of one thing I would change about my experience there! Rita was amazing leading...
up to the day!! No matter what question I had, big or small she would help in SUCH a timely manner!! Bryan was our DJ and was awesome!! We had so many compliments on him! Liz was our DOC and she was the absolute BEST. I was not stressed one time the evening before or the day of and I know that is because of all her hard work and attention to detail!!! Even though I felt like a very organized bride, they helped in ways I didn't even know I would need help in!! If you're considering The Rhapsody, do it!!!
Response from the Vendor on 10/16/2018
What an AWESOME REVIEW! Thank you for your kind words! This means so much to everyone at the Rhapsody!
Reviewed On 5/02/2018 by Samantha J
We had a beauitful wedding at the Rhapsody on 04-27-18. The payment option made it very affordable. Rita the owner was wonderful everything was well put together and organized. Our coordinator went above and beyond to make sure our big day was...
the greatest. We also added the photo booth which was a big success and made lots of funny memories with all of are guest. I would also recommend Bryan Rita son for your dj. He keep the party alive.
Response from the Vendor on 10/16/2018
Dear Samantha and Zachary, Thank you for the wonderful review! It was so much fun working together on your beautiful wedding. We loved your creative ideas! Please come by and see us sometime. Blessings heading your way!
Reviewed On 3/12/2018 by Bryanna W
The venue was gorgeous! The staff did amazing and made sure we were happy with every detail through the entire process!! I have nothing but good things to say and have told many people about our experience!!
Response from the Vendor on 10/16/2018
Dear Bryanna and Joshua, Thank you for the kind words and five star review! It was wonderful to meet you both. Everyone at the Rhapsody wishes you a long, happy life together, filled with many blessings!
Reviewed On 11/19/2017 by Veronica H
The Rhapsody is the best place to have your wedding!! From beginning to end was perfect!
Reviewed On 9/27/2017 by Vernon B
The Rhapsody provides a beautiful outdoor ceremony and indoor reception and catering set up. The rental price is more reasonable than any hall I've researched and you would have thought the rental price would be much pricier than what is offer...
ed. Additionally, this venue is a family owned and the owners genuinely care for your event and want to ensure you have the best experience they can provide. So needless to say, customer service is by far outstanding and extraordinary. They also have a cottage within walking distance for the bridal party to prep before the wedding. I highly recommend this venue to anyone who is looking for a memorable moment...the whole day was captivating. Thank you to Ms. Rita and her family!!
Response from the Vendor on 11/06/2017
Dear Bounme and Vernon, Thank you for choosing The Rhapsody for your beautiful wedding, We appreciate your wonderful review and kind words. Everyone at The Rhapsody wishes you a long, happy life together with many blessings! Rita
Reviewed On 8/04/2017 by Alicia M
Hello, I got married at the Rhapsody on July 29, 2017. All I can say is OMG! I am still amazed at how Rita and her family made my vision come true. Bryan was amazing and help us out in any way he could. Elizabeth was my day or coordinator, and...
I must say she did a heck of a job! Our weeding was a dram come true. Even with all of the changes and mishaps we had. This experience was truly amazing. I feel like I have gained my family from another mother. Although I don't miss the planning, I would totally redo my wedding just to have a 10 star experience with my My Rhapsody family again. I would highly recommend the Rhapsody to anyone looking for a family orientated venue for their needs! Thanks to my Rhapsody family, Alicia McKnight- Burns
Response from the Vendor on 11/06/2017
Dear Alicia, You have become part of our Rhapsody family forever! We loved being apart of your wedding day! Please stay in touch. Wishing you many years of happiness! Rita
Reviewed On 7/30/2017 by Riesha C
I recommend The Rhapsody venue to Any and every bride that comes my way! Rita was so awesome and our day was more beautiful than I could ever imagine. She truly made my dream come to life. To any bride that wants a stress free wedding I highly...
recommend the Rhapsody nothing but good things to say about this venue & the owner.
Response from the Vendor on 11/06/2017
Dear Riesha and Eslie, Thank you for your kind words! We loved meeting you both and sharing your beautiful wedding day. Have a wonderful life together and stay in touch if you're ever in the area. Rita
Reviewed On 6/21/2017 by Daniel S
Over all this business captured perfection on every angle from the beauty of the decorations to the performance driven personality of the D.J. I strongly recommend this venue to any one who is looking for a spectacular event full of breath tak...
ing moments for their special wedding.
Response from the Vendor on 06/21/2017
Thank you for your wonderful review! The Rhapsody staff feels connected to every family, every bride and every groom! We know how important it is that this ONE DAY be PERFECT! We take it as a personal challenge, just as if it were our own famil...
y wedding. Breath taking moments are definitely TREASURED MEMORIES! Thank you for choosing the Rhapsody!
Reviewed On 6/20/2017 by Rachel S
I couldn't be more happy with the job Rhapsody did helping us plan our wedding. Everything was beautiful from the hall to the flowers to the garden. Rita and her staff were friendly and caring. They went the extra mile to assure everything w...
as perfect. All the guests loved the decorations. Brian the DJ was a lot of fun and kept the party rolling. The coordinators were awesome. We couldn't have done it without them. I highly recommend them. They were wonderful to work with.
Response from the Vendor on 06/21/2017
Thank you for the wonderful review! We loved meeting your family and working together. What a beautiful wedding day! Please come by when you're in the area so we can stay in touch. We wish you many blessed, happy years together!
Reviewed On 6/20/2017 by Regie M
Great experience, they handled everything beautifully and worked with us to meet all our needs. All the guests loved the decorations and the venue. Many, many compliments from all the guests. The DJ, Brian, was awesome as were the wedding coord...
inators. Extremely friendly and made everything a joy for us, the stressed out parents of the bride. Rita was always available and willing to work with us and keep us on track. She also did the wedding flowers and they were beautiful. Five stars is not enough for the great job they did.
Response from the Vendor on 06/21/2017
Thank you for your heart warming review! We loved meeting and working with your family. And we wish Rachel and Danny many happy memories from their beautiful wedding day. Hope to see you again at the Rhapsody.
Reviewed On 6/18/2017 by Jasmine V
My wedding was AMAZING here. I am so happy I chose to work with them because Rita and her staff made sure that my big day was PERFECT. The in house Dj was perfect and very versatile. He knows exactly what he is doing. The coordinator Liz was ev...
en amazing and she made sure my day went smoothly and that I was stress free. I didn't have to worry about anything and that was perfect. I really had nothing to worry about. It is very obvious that ALL of the staff are highly EXPERIENCED. My wedding day was really a fairy tale wedding and the set up was EVERYTHING that I always dreamt it to be. They did an amazing job! Thank you so much. I am OVERLY satisfied. I wish I could give 100 stars.
Response from the Vendor on 06/21/2017
Dear Jasmine, Thank you for your wonderful review. We graciously except all 100 stars:) Your mother's phone call the day after the wedding to say thank you, meant so much to me. We loved meeting your family and being apart of your "fairy tale" ...
wedding. It truly was one of the most beautiful I have ever seen. Blessings to you and Jose! Wishing you many happy years together!
Reviewed On 6/06/2017 by Amy O
What a magical and wonderful venue, I was talking the Rhapsody up before my wedding, but after I had even more great things to say about all of the dedicated staff and the beautiful atmosphere that they provided for me and my new husband's big...
day. I would recommend this venue to anybody… My husband and I had a year and a half to plan our wedding so I did a lot of research of many different venues all over the Kansas City Metro area and even as far as Lawrence and I couldn't be happier that I picked the rhapsody!
Response from the Vendor on 06/21/2017
Wow! Thank you for the kind words! We are so happy you chose the Rhapsody and loved working with you and your family. We wish you a long, blessed life together and hope you'll come by the Rhapsody when you're in the area so we can stay in touch...
:)
Reviewed On 5/24/2017 by Jamesha H
Mrs. Rita and Mrs. Elizabeth you guys rock! I couldn't imagine having my wedding anywhere else. Thank you! for helping bring my dream wedding to reality. The entire staff was very pleasant and helpful. Mr. and Mrs. Hawkins 05/20/17
Response from the Vendor on 06/21/2017
Dear Jamesha and Larry, Thank you for the great review! We think you ROCK, too! And loved meeting and working together on your beautiful wedding! We wish you a lifetime of blessings, filled with love and laughter!
Reviewed On 5/06/2017 by Lora H
Absolutely amazing
Reviewed On 1/08/2017 by Ashleigh R
The Rhapsody made planning our wedding reception easy and stress free, and it was better than I ever could have imagined!
Reviewed On 10/31/2016 by Kennedy K
My sister was the Bride, myself a Bridesmaid. And we were both blown away with the help and services from The Rhapsody-Independence. Rita and the rest of the crew were willing to help with anything and everything to ensure the day was flawless....
We loved the DJ, he knew how to keep everyone up and dancing which was great. Our day was fantastic, mostly due to the help from The Rhapsody. Highly recommend them to anyone searching for a venue with all 9 yards. We'll definitely be back.
Response from the Vendor on 06/21/2017
Thank you for the awesome review! We loved working with your family and look forward to seeing you all again!
Reviewed On 10/31/2016 by Katey G
They did an awesome job. They were all very very nice people. They were willing to help with anything we needed. Would definitely recommend using them.
Reviewed On 10/30/2016 by Susan K
The Rhapsody was an A+ venue. Not only were the owners and staff professional, but kind and caring as well. Would definitely refer to friends and family.
Response from the Vendor on 06/21/2017
Thank you for your kind review! We loved meeting and working together on your beautiful wedding!
Reviewed On 10/30/2016 by Kennedy K
Our Wedding was absolutely BEAUTIFUL! We are so thankful that we chose the Rhapsody. The Scherer family went so far above and beyond to make our day so much more special than we could have ever imagined! Thank you so much!
Response from the Vendor on 06/21/2017
Thank you for your kind words and wonderful review! We loved working with your family. Beautiful wedding and Beautiful family. Have a blessed life together!
Reviewed On 10/30/2016 by Alesa D
Rita and her team were amazing from the very beginning. I had no doubt that my reception would be great and it was. The Rhapsody took care of the set up, decorations, linens, clean up and bouquets. I just had to tell Rita what I wanted and she ...
took care of the rest. I would definitely recommend The Rhapsody for any event!
Response from the Vendor on 11/02/2016
Thank you for the wonderful review. We loved every minute helping create your beautiful wedding day!
Reviewed On 10/27/2016 by Jeremy L
We were very fortunate to have the Rhapsody host our wedding on October 1st; with only three months to plan it we didn't think we'd find such a wonderful location. They are incredibly easy to work with and accommodating. Rita put together the m...
ost incredible flower arrangements and centerpieces. Kaci bustled my wife's dress, assisted the wedding photographer, and took care of everything so that our day would be free of worries. Bryan was entertaining and energetic as our DJ and kept everyone on the dance floor until the very end. I will recommend The Rhapsody to anybody who asks, five stars easily. Rebekah and Jeremy
Response from the Vendor on 11/02/2016
Dear Rebekah and Jeremy, What a JOY to meet you both and have the pleasure of helping you with your wedding day! Thank you for the wonderful review! We look forward to seeing you again someday. Have a Blessed Life Together! Rita and the Rhapsod...
y staff.