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Winner. Winner. Chicken Dinner.
With the upcoming launch of the new Rocker Moms music bingo cards (just in time for Mother's Day), we were feeling a little frisky. We were thinking, what better way to celebrate new stuff than to give some of it away! Right? Well, thank your lucky stars because that is exactly what we plan to do! Enter our nifty little giveaway, and you can get your hands on a brand spankin new set of music bingo cards FOR FREE. Oh, heck yes. There are multiple ways to earn a few entries, and some of them you can even come back every single day to earn some more chances. Boom. You're welcome. What are we giving away? We are giving away the new Rocker Moms music bingo set. This printable is available for instant download, and you can follow our Spotify playlist to have all the affiliated songs at your disposal. Oh, and just to make things easy on you, we put together this awesome little tutorial video so you can make your bingo cards look top notch! Ready to enter?
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It's official! Bill and Ted are getting the band back together.
Bill & Ted 3:Face the Music is officially being shopped at Cannes and both Keanu and Alex Winter are totally on board.
1989's iconic Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure was a science-fiction comedy starring Keanu Reeves, Alex Winter, and George Carlin. The cult classic had our two stars romping through time in order to pass a history final to keep Ted from being sent to military school in Alaska. The duo is helped by a righteous dude from the future who lends them a phone booth time machine because if the boys' band is split up it will ultimately lead to the end of the world.
The movie was followed by Bill & Ted's Bogus Journey in 1991, and now, 27 years later, we are finally getting the third installment: Bill & Ted Face the Music! The now middle-aged band mates are having trouble writing their song that is supposed to save the world, so they embark on another adventure through time. With their daughters in tow, Bill and Ted stumble across a whole new slew of historical figures and music legends. Reeves and Winter are ready to get started on the film which is currently in pre-production. "We couldn't be more excited to get the whole band back together," said Reeves. The original creators, Chris Matheson and Ed Soloman, have reportedly been working on the script since 2010, and Dean Parisot of Galaxy Quest fame is all set to direct. With a stellar cast and plenty of talent behind the scenes, this beloved cult classic seems to be well on its way to gaining a whole new audience. The original film grossed 40 million on a 10 million budget, which is not too shabby, before becoming a cult classic film that spawned a sequel, a TV series, a comic book tie-in, several video games, and even a couple theme park rides. It went on to be voted one of the "Best Stoner Movies of All Time" by Rolling Stone. It is safe to say that it has a bit of a following that will likely be coming out to show the love for the third installment in the franchise. Get in the mood for the Bill & Ted reboot with a set of And Then There Was Hair Music Bingo cards! Take your bingo show back to the 80s and 90s with these radical tunes that will have your crowds playing aggressive air guitars. Oh, and don't forget:
BE EXCELLENT TO EACH OTHER!
Since Marvel's Infinity War has been breaking box office records, it inspired us to put together a little Avenger trivia! Test your knowledge, and see if you are ready to join the team. Don't worry, you won't find any plot spoilers here!
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Trivia hosts! We got what you need...
You'll be able to party on with these 8 excellent tips for hosting a fantastic trivia night!
Trivia nights are a super popular event at bars, restaurants, and pubs all over the world. One night in the 1970s, a pub owner in the UK decided to hold a pub quiz, and the trivia scene was born! Now, anyone with a mic and a venue can host a show, but if you want to host a really spectacular show you need to figure out these 8 key ingredients. 
Wherever I Hang My Hat Is Home...the Venue. Having a good venue for the show is crucial! You want a place that is big enough to accommodate a reasonable amount of teams, but you don’t want it so big that those in the back don’t feel like part of the show. You need to have ample seating with plenty of room for teammates to huddle and confer over answers, but those venue servers still have enough space to squeeze in between tables and deliver the food and drinks. To Theme or Not To Theme, That is the Question. Having a themed trivia night could go either way, right? People can be a bit rabid about attending events themed for their particular fandom, but at the same time, you risk alienating those trivia players that aren’t interested in whatever theme you have chosen for the evening. You can lessen the gamble by seeing what themes have worked for people in the past, polling theme ideas on social media, pre-selling tickets on Eventbrite to gauge interest, and match a theme to a venue (a sport bar would probably do well with a sports trivia night for example.) 
From The Window to the Wall...Getting People in the Door. Your trivia night will be a total flop if no one knows it even exists. Make sure you get the word out that your event is taking place so you can have a successful show. Harness the power of social media, invite all of your friends and family, have the venue do a few shout outs, create Eventbrite events, post flyers around town etc etc etc. Try to utilize as many marketing tactics as you can think of to spread the word about your show. Keep it Simple, Stupid! The Rules That Is. Try to keep the rules of your game as simple and straightforward as possible. Also, make sure that you fully explain them to the teams before beginning the show. You may want to decide on your strategy for handling disputes or errors beforehand, so that you can remain cool and confident if a team challenges your decision. 
This Dog Walks Into a Bar...Be Entertaining. Know your rules, your trivia material, how to run your equipment, and how to score your teams inside and out before your show, that way you can focus on being an engaging and entertaining host while the show is on. People will likely get bored if you are constantly having technical difficulties or have extended pauses while you are tallying scores. Keep it light and funny, and your teams will be back again and again. May the Best Team Win...Inspire a Little Friendly Competition. Keep the teams updated on their scores throughout the games to spur the competitive side of your players. Teams will try that much harder if they know exactly how many points they are from winning. Friendly competition is a good thing, but also make sure that your lower scoring teams feel encouraged! 
Swag! Prize Time! Many venues will provide gift certificates or free promotional items to be used as prizes for your winning teams. If they do not, pick up a few odds and ends at the dollar store or Target. People like to win things, even if they are just little bits of silly nonsense. If all else fails, buy your winning team a round of beers! Errybody in the Club Get Tipsy! Speaking of beers, alcohol is never amiss at any event! A little liquid fortification can up the competition and participation levels of your teams. That isn’t to say that venues without alcohol can’t run a successful show...we’re just saying everyone seems funnier when their crowd has had a beer or two... There you have it, folks! Eight tips and tricks to have you hosting a stellar trivia night in no time flat! If you are looking for even more tips, try ourtrivia host handbook!
Do you have a fantastic trivia tip that you think we should know about? Are you an avid trivia player and have a little tidbit of advice on making a show better? Drop us a line! We are always open for suggestions!
Rawr! Zoo Rock for the win!
The new Zoo Rock cards are ready for download! Get yours for a wild night of music bingo.
Everyone loves a good game of music bingo, right? That must be why it is one of the fastest growing entertainment choices of bars and restaurants It is super easy to get started, and everyone loves a good playlist!
For those who have never played music bingo before, let me give you a quick rundown on how the game is played. Players are given bingo cards, but unlike traditional bingo cards that contain nothing but numbers, the squares on music bingo cards are filled with song titles or the names of music artists. The music bingo host plays a couple minutes of a song, and the players have to match the song played with one of the squares on their cards. Does it sound like fun? It is, trust us. Plus, it can be super challenging! Many of the cards we use in our games aren’t all that straightforward, and the clues can be a bit tricky. Plus, we just love to play themed games like our newest set: Zoo Rock. The Zoo Rock includes all your favorite hits with animals in the title, and there are more songs featuring animals than you probably knew existed! The Zoo Rock playlist includes songs like the Foo Fighter’s Monkey Wrench or Ginuwine’s Pony. See where this is going now? These music bingo cards are available for instant download in the trivia store, and you can follow our playlist on Spotify. Easy peasy. You can be hosting your Zoo Rock show tonight! What are you waiting for? We debuted the Zoo Rock cards at a show this past week, and it was a big hit! 
The prizes are ready for the winners!
The host with the most!
The crowd deep in thought...it was a competitive bunch!
Interested in playing a round of two of music bingo? Well, if you are local to the Charlotte area hit up one of our weekly shows at The Casual Pint on Sundays or Old Pineville Premium Pub on Wednesdays. If you aren’t local to the Charlotte area, download your music bingo cards and start your own show! We are happy to provide you with a few tips and tricks, just drop us an email, and we will help any way we can! "Zoo Rock" Music dobOFF Bingo Cards
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Lion Sleeps Tonight, War Pigs, Monkey Wrench, Gorilla, Pony, Cat People, Hound Dog, It keeps going and going. Fun Fun music trivia!
Go for a Line, 4 Corners, or a Blackout! Simply download & print up to 60 Music "dobOFF" cards with random placements and Free Space.
Easy-to-host games! Simply, follow the music playlists and go to: "Hair Bands" Music dobOFF Bingo Cards
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All the best Hair Bands from the 70s, 80s, and 90s. A very fun high-energy game!
Go for a Line, 4 Corners, or a Blackout! Simply download & print up to 60 Music "dobOFF" cards with random placements and Free Space.
Easy-to-host games! Simply, follow the music playlists and go to: "Golden Oldies" Music dobOFF Bingo Cards
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All your favorites from the way back in the Malt Shop. The perfect family bingo game!
Go for a Line, 4 Corners, or a Blackout! Simply download & print up to 60 Music "dobOFF" cards with random placements and Free Space.
Easy-to-host games! Simply, follow the music playlists and go to:
Many bars or pubs host a trivia night, but that isn't the only venue that can rock a show.
Trivia night is a great way for bars and restaurants to bring in extra money, but running a pub isn't the only reason to host a trivia show. Think outside of the trivia box!
Hosting a trivia night is an excellent way for bars or pubs to bring in extra money on a slower night of the week. A game generally lasts around 2 hours which is 2 extra hours of having people sit around ordering drinks in an establishment, it’s a pretty safe bet that the entertainment will lead to profits. However, bars aren’t the only places that a trivia show can be a big win. There are many venues and events that could use the fun and entertainment that a trivia show can bring! While this list isn’t exhaustive, it is a great introduction as to ways a trivia night could be used in places other than the local pub. 
School Fundraisers Raising money for school children is a noble cause to be sure, but it can be tricky to actually find a fundraiser that people are interested in supporting. The little catalogs full of overpriced junk is a hard sell, and the average bake sale doesn't bring in all that much cash. So, what is a school to do? Host a trivia night, of course! Local businesses will likely donate a few items that can be given away as prizes, and for a small cover charge, parents can have a fun game show trivia night! It is a win for everyone. Family Reunions Family reunions are often large events with a lot of people that don’t always have that much in common, well, besides being related, and after all the eating is finished it can often be hard to find acceptable entertainment for all the various age groups. That is why having a trivia night makes for the perfect plan! General knowledge trivia is perfect for the mixed age groups, and playing against family members always brings out the competitive streak in people. Just remember to keep it civil or next year’s reunion could be a bit awkward. 
Meetup Groups Meetup groups are an excellent way to get out and meet new people, make new friends with similar interests. A lot of them are very topic specific, and may even be groups that belong to a specific fandom. Hosting a themed trivia night at a local restaurant or meeting hall makes for a great meetup event! People will need to form teams and collaborate on the answers which is an excellent way to socialize without the pressure of coming up with conversation topics all on your own. Dorm or First Day of School Mixers Starting a new year in a new class or in a new dorm can be a bit nerve-wracking. Teachers and RAs are often looking for games to break the ice or get people mingling, and an interactive trivia game is the perfect solution! Students will find themselves conversing with their peers in no time. 
Corporate Team Building Events There is no need to go on some fancy retreat and practice your trust falls when you can bring the team building to your conference room! You can build your trivia teams from the different departments or mix everyone up and get them out of their comfort zone, either way, an afternoon playing game show trivia is more fun and more cost effective. Holiday Parties Hosting a big holiday function but don’t know what to do for entertainment? Trivia games can be themed to the celebratory holiday to fill your entertaining void. Games can run smoothly with just two or three teams, so even if it is a fairly small party, the game can still go on! 
Senior Centers Many assisted living facilities and senior centers run successful bingo nights, but why not try a trivia night as well? The game can be tailored to the age group of the players for a fun night! Charity Events Just like the school fundraisers, charity events can harness the power of trivia to help them raise some cash. Trivia can be for a fancy black tie event too! 
Brunch Trivia doesn’t have to be just for the evening. Grab your Bloody Mary and form your team for brunch trivia! Everything goes well with a biscuit, even trivia questions. Youth Groups It can be tough to find games that are age appropriate and still a lot of fun, but trivia is so east to customize, it is always a hit. Interactive games with light-up buzzers and a playlist full of popular artists will have all the kids begging for the next trivia night. See? Hosting a trivia night is perfect for just about any occasion, and with the downloadable games in the Fat City trivia store, anyone can set up a show. Release your inner trivia host and organize your show today. Brace yourself! A new season of Fat Bottom Trivia has arrived. Say hello to season four!  Trivia hosts everywhere love our interactive game show style trivia seasons because they can book their shows with confidence. With four seasons of games, Fat Bottom Trivia has enough content to keep your show fresh all year long! Fat Bottom Trivia Season 4: Episode 4.1 Fat Bottom Trivia makes being a trivia host a breeze with our downloadable trivia games! Hosts don’t have to spend hours putting a show together because we’ve done all the hard work for you. Hosts no longer have to waste their time putting together a quality show because our trivia store is jam-packed with all the games you could possibly need, and we just launched a brand new season of Fat Bottom Trivia: Season 4!  The newest episode, 4.1, is available now! This interactive trivia game can be downloaded right to your laptop or computer immediately after purchase, and as always, it comes with enough game show fun to fill a 2-hour show. Episode 4.1 works best for a group of at least 3 teams, but can accommodate up to 150 players! GENERAL KNOWLEDGE Season 4.1 contains general knowledge questions that we would rate a difficulty of 3 on a 5 point scale. It is good for general audiences, especially those that were paying attention to world events and pop culture in 2017! We have categories like “Thanks, Obama!” and “Orange People” to keep your teams thinking fast! SIDE GAMES Each of our trivia episodes includes three hidden side games, and episode 4.1 is no exception! These side games make for some amazing crowd interaction, and they are one of the main reasons our players can’t get enough! You never know what hidden talents your trivia teams will exhibit next! WAGER ROUND The final round in 4.1 is our classic “Dare You 2 Wager” round! Teams can put it all on the line or play it safe! Both methods can result in a total game shake-up! Our trivia hosts love the wager round because it gives even a low-scoring team a chance to take home the gold. SUPER DUPER BONUS TIME!!! The first eight people to purchase episode 4.1 will get the whole kit and caboodle for 88% off! Don't miss out on this fantastic deal because it won't last long... Fat Bottom Trivia 4.1 "Pop Culture 2.0"
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A fun game with edgy categories. Difficulty 3/5 Download & Present Powerpoint File (pptx) 5 Categories, 3 Hidden Side-Games, and "Dare You 2 Wager" Round. Includes Free Copy Of The "Host Handbook: How To Start A Successful Trivia Night" Music Playlist: Spotify Our trivia games require Powerpoint for optimal performance. We have also created a corresponding Spotify playlist to give your teams an immersive, interactive experience! More episodes for season four are on the way, but while you are waiting, don’t forget to check out all the other goodies the trivia store has to offer: The first three seasons of Fat Bottom Trivia are up and available as individual shows or even in multi-show season packs...or if you really want to grab them all, get a Trivia Membership and save!  Looking for ways to up the thrill factor? Grab some light-up buzzers. We’ve found that teams really love the added effect these inexpensive props bring to a show. There are many kinds of buzzers out their available for purchase, but we do recommend getting something that is durable! If you are ready to rock your trivia hosting side hustle, grab a copy of our handbook: How To Start A Successful Trivia Night. It is full of tips and tricks that will help you take your show to the next level. Fat Bottom Trivia is super excited for this new season of games! Don’t forget to check back soon for episode two!
Music bingo unites the music lovers and trivia buffs in one fun event, and our bingo hosts know how to keep the crowd entertained with tricky cards and amazing playlists. Check out this list of our crowd favorites!
It is hard to pick our favorite music bingo playlist because they are all so much fun, but these nineteen bingo games seem to be a sure bet with the crowds. Go ahead, ask one of our music bingo hosts or our loyal game players! They'll tell you these games make for the best music bingo shows anywhere! 
For The Older Crowd
Family Friendly Shows
The Mixed Bag
A Decade of Hits
The Tough Stuff
There you have it folks! A collection of our music bingo crowd favorites in a tidy list just for you. Now to pick which game to play... 
 Do you remember that music bingo membership we were talking about last week? The one where you got all the goods to run your very own music bingo show? Well, we are at it again! We just can’t get enough of helping aspiring hosts break into the game! Let me introduce the HOST STARTER PACKS. Yep. Start hosting your own show with our brand new trivia membership! Your membership will include 12-months worth of quality interactive trivia shows. The downloadable content includes general knowledge trivia games as well as a couple of holiday themed shows for Valentine’s Day, St Patrick’s Day, and Christmas! You can book your trivia gigs with confidence knowing that you will have top-notch questions and interactive side-games to keep your teams entertained and begging for more. Each downloadable game episode includes the three hidden side-games and a final “Dare You to Wager” round! The games are perfect for team play, ideal for 3-10 groups of up to 100 players. The games do require PowerPoint, and work best with a laptop for the host as well as a screen for the player’s view.  Your trivia membership will also include a very special discount code that can be used for the purchase of other trivia related items in the store. Wait for it… You will receive 40% OFF for an entire 365 days in the Fat City Entertainment Trivia Store! Can you believe that deal? What can you buy with your newly minted 40% off discount code? Let me break it down for you, so that you can see just how valuable this membership really is! Q&A Packs: The Q&A packs contain thousands of questions and answers on excel spreadsheets that can be used as tie-breakers, bonus rounds, or can be used to create mini-games! You can search the sheets by keyword to create a theme. Your trivia games will never get stale when you have so many questions at your fingertips. Light-Up Buzzers: Add a little flair to your show with light-up buzzers! These buzzers add that little something extra to your shows, adding colored light and sound to signal a correct answer. These fun and durable buzzers come in a set of four colors: blue, green, yellow, and red. Buy several sets to accommodate your larger crowds.  Host T-Shirt: Look the part with an official Fat Bottom Trivia host t-shirt! These colorful tees are printed with the Fat Bottom logo and are super soft. Host Handbook: Everything you need to know to create an awesome trivia game night all wrapped up in an easy to download e-book. These tips are relevant for any type of trivia hosting format, but there are some added sections that are specific to the Fat Bottom Trivia games. The book also includes a bonus section: 7 Tips for Booking More Shows.  Additional Trivia Games: Have a gig at a sports bar? Grab a sports trivia game to really wow the fans! Need something to engage music lovers? We have music trivia and music bingo games to win over that crowd! With your Trivia Membership and your 40% off coupon, you can build a little hosting empire right in your own hometown. Be the source of entertainment for the local bars and restaurants in your community, and who know, maybe your trivia hosting side hustle will turn into your full-time gig! Grab your Fat Bottom Trivia Membership Today! 
Ever wondered how a trivia host gets started? I mean, when you think about it, you probably didn’t even know it was a career option back when you were deciding what you wanted to be when you grew up, did you? The entertainment industry often feels like this mysterious world that other people live in, but not like something normal everyday people can do. Right? Here to shed a little light on all of that mystery is a Fat City Entertainment host, Dustin Ramsbottom. Journey into the world of a trivia hosting stand-up comedian with Dustin! Can you tell us a little bit about your background? I am originally from Calgary, Alberta, Canada, but I have been doing stand-up since I first took the John Candy Stage in the basement of the Second City Training Center in Toronto, Ontario in 2011. My classmates and I shot a pilot for a web series back then called Back 2 Reality about a group of imaginative movie geeks who let the movies take over their lives. It... wasn't very good. But we learned a lot! What initially drew you to the entertainment industry? As soon as I was of age (almost) to visit the local bars, and live entertainment venues in Calgary, I was fascinated by all entertainers who held a microphone, and could sway the mood of the entire venue with a whip of words, and sometimes just shouting "Can I get a 'Hell Yeah'?!" The crowd always went wild.. What skills do you think are most important to being a good trivia host? Positivity, and sense of humour (notice the Canadian U?) Being able to read the room, and adjust your style accordingly has been the greatest skill I've ever learned in any aspect of my life. There are just so many times it has helped me out. Sometimes in ways you would never expect. What is the craziest thing that has ever happened at a hosting gig? I like when we find passive entertainers hidden within our crowd. We always try to turn the spotlight back on the audience, and you will never know how they will surprise you. Imagine a Catwalk in front of you. Now what's that in the distance? Is that Right Said Fred coming around the corner? *I'm Too Sexy pumps on the stereo. 5000 bonus points for the best runway model. Go! What advice do you have for someone just starting out or even just considering hosting as an option? Hang out at a Fat City show and let us know you are interested in joining our team. Or even just tell us you are a performer and have your own independent shows. That's great too. Support live entertainment wherever, whenever. Also, practice your goofy radio voice as much as possible. Tell us one random fact about you. I have one tattoo. It says "Relax" (not a Frankie Goes To Hollywood reference, just a word I never want to forget.) I'm planning another tattoo that says "Focus". I guess I am growing up. Do you have a good artist to recommend? Where can we see you in action? I will be competing in a stand-up competition at The Apostrophe Lounge in Charlotte on May 19th. Loud laughers welcome. That definitely sounds like something worth checking out! If you are interested in getting to know Dustin a little better, follow him on Twitter! If you have been hanging around these pages for awhile, then you are probably aware about our love for all thing music bingo! If you haven’t been here before, then let us enlighten you! Music Bingo is basically THE CHOICE for entertainment in pubs and restaurants across the country. Game play is pretty similar to regular bingo, except players have to match up the song being played to one of the clues on their card. It is one part bingo, one part dance party, and two parts music trivia! Sounds like a blast, right? Trust us, it is. Here at Fat City Entertainment, we already host two weekly music bingo shows, and we are always answering questions from people wanting to host their own show. So, because of all the buzz, we decided to create a Music Bingo Membership! Our membership will give you all the supplies you need to start your own show, no matter where you live. The bingo cards are available for instant download, and the bingo daubers are shipped right to your door. Boom. Music Bingo Show.  First of all, let’s talk about those cards. Your membership will include enough cards to play twelve different games. This variety will make it easy for you to set up a weekly or monthly show, repeat shows are the best way to keep the revenue flowing! The subjects and music genres vary so you can play to your crowd, whether young or old, with things like The Beatles, Hair Bands, Michael Jackson, and One Hit Wonders. Some of the cards are a little trickier than others so choose your games wisely! Worried about where you will find all that music? Don’t be! The cards come with an accompanying Spotify playlist to make it super easy for you to get started. The rules of the game are super simple and easy to customize! Have your players get a tradition bingo (vertical, horizontal, or diagonal), or play games like 4 corners or double bingo. Have a playlist that you really love? Maximize the amount of songs you can hear by playing a full card blackout game!  Next let’s discuss your show! Music bingo is an easy show to host, much easier to get started than a trivia show or open mic night. A music bingo host can run a 2 hour show in just about any venue with minimal equipment to set up. Just bring along these bingo cards and daubers, the Spotify playlist, and an iPod or laptop. If you can plug into your venue’s sound system that is great, otherwise, you may need to bring your own speaker. We also suggest using a microphone for hosting, but it is not absolutely necessary especially if you know how to project your voice. You can easily insert interactive bonus rounds or prizes in your game by making people sing or dance along to the music. Remember, you are the host! Make the show your own, and it will be that much more entertaining for your group!  Last, let’s get excited about the daubers! It may not seem like they are that big of a deal, and you can surely run your show with a box of crayons, but your players will find your show that much more memorable when you whip out these multi-colored daubers. It adds just that little bit of flair that pub game players love. It can give your show an edge over the competition, especially if you are competing with a lot of venues in your area. Print your bingo sheets on colored paper to add even more fun, but just remember to make sure your print is legible and your daubers marks can be seen on whatever paper color you choose. Do you need another reason to snag yourself a music bingo membership? Probably not, but we wanted to throw in one last incentive anyway. Lucky you. Use the discount code: MB3030 for an extra 30% off the listed price. Now that is a good deal. Head over to the trivia store today and snag your music bingo membership before this limited time deal expires! (Coupon code is good for the next 30 days.) So, hosts, what are you waiting for? It’s time to play!  What makes a good trivia host? Well, that can be a bit of a subjective answer as personal tastes come in to play a bit. Now obviously, a good host is one that knows the game material, is prepared with correct pronunciations and explanations for the questions and answers, is able to enunciate clearly, and has a passion for hosting and trivia. But the thing that turns a good host into a great host is adding that touch of personality, that little bit of flair. A great trivia or music bingo host understands how to inject his or her personality into the show to keep the crowd entertained! Sure, the Fat City Entertainment trivia store can provide hosts with all the tools and resources needed to put on a quality show, but what we can’t provide is that little something that makes the show unique. As a great host, you have to learn how to put your own twist on the material and bring the “you” factor that will create loyal players. For example, we have an awesome monthly game show style trivia show at Bold Missy Brewery in Charlotte that is hosted by a local celebrity and drag queen Lana Cane! It is the perfect bit of flair for the Bold Missy regulars, and Lana really brings her personality to put on a quality show. Now, that doesn’t mean that you should do all your shows in drag (unless you are already an amazing drag queen, then by all means you do you!) It just means, that you gotta find your niche or your hosting personality. Do something easy like giving yourself a stage name or wearing a signature outfit. You can easily be known as the host that wears the purple pants or that rocks a funky hat. You could bring a bag of candies to toss out to your crowd when they get a question correctly! Celebrate their victory with a peppermint or make them feel a little better about being incorrect by tossing them a piece of chocolate. Easy bit of added flair. Are you an amazing baker? Then be the host that bakes a tray of muffins for the winner! Can you sing like an opera diva? Serenade your trivia crowd with an aria! Be the only singing trivia host in town. Are you amazing with accents? Let your trivia players suggest an accent, then do the whole show as a southern belle or a Scottish highlander! Are you wicked funny? Inject a little stand-up routine in between your rounds. It doesn’t really matter what your thing is. You can use whatever makes you unique to your advantage, and change your hosting gig from good to great! You will find that you build your crowd of regulars that much faster when you go from just reading the questions to actually hosting the show.   Music Bingo is the entertainment choice for bars and pubs across the nation! If you visit this site often, you may remember us bringing that up before, and it is as true now as it was then! A little recap on what music bingo is all about: Music bingo is a super fun, fast-paced take on the traditional bingo game! Instead of getting lame cards with a bunch of numbers on them, the players are given cards that contain song titles, artist names, genres, or other music-related items. It sounds like fun, right? Well, it most definitely is, and we should know since we host shows each and every week! That's right, and since we know it is such a fun thing to do, we put together a few downloadable music bingo cards. Now you can get your game on no matter where you live! The And Then Their Was Hair set is all about...hair bands! You probably guessed that, didn't ya? Everyone loves a good hair band, and these cards cover all the greats from the 70s, 80s, and 90s! Your download includes 60 printable cards that are completely ready to go. All you need to do is follow Fat City on Spotify, use the Music Bingo-Hair playlist, and you've got yourself a show!  Have you always wanted to host your own game show? Did your childhood idols include Alex Trebek and Pat Sajak? Do you have aspirations to be the M.C.? Then you are in the right place! Fat City Entertainment is ready to make your hosting dreams come true. Follow these five steps, and you will be holding the mic and entertaining the crowd in no time! Ready to get started? Find Your Game The first step to hosting your very own show is finding your game. What are your interests? Are you full of useless trivia or an absolute music lover? Decide what kind of show you want to helm, and equally important, what kind of show you think you can sell! While some games may be a lot of fun for you and really pique your interest, if no one else is playing, then you will just be standing in front of an empty room. Once you figure out your genre, you could create your own game from scratch, but that definitely takes a lot of time and effort. Luckily, we have an entire trivia store full of games ready and waiting for a good host! There is general knowledge trivia, sports themed games, and even some awesome music bingo cards with premade playlists! Plus, we are constantly adding new products and seasons, so you will never run out of content!  Get Your Gear Now that you've got your game picked out, you need to set up your equipment so that you can run your shows. If you are going with one of our Fat Bottom Trivia games, at the very least you will need a laptop that can run Powerpoint. However, to really put on a top-notch show, you are going to want a microphone, a speaker, and a secondary screen for projecting the game categories. Not ready to get that technical? Try for something easier like Music Bingo where you can get by with just your phone, a good speaker, and a mic.  Grab Some Props The key to a quality show is the details. There are a lot of places and companies that do trivia, bingo, or other pub games, but people will remember your show if it has that little something extra! For example, all of our Fat Bottom Trivia shows are played with buzzers. These colorful light-up buzzers add just the right amount of flair to the show, and our audiences love to buzz in for the win. It is a simple and fairly inexpensive way to make your show more dynamic and make it stand out from the crowd. Prizes are always a crowd-pleaser as well! If you are planning to host a public show at a bar or restaurant, see if you can work out a prize or two for the winners. It is a lot easier to motivate people to join a team or grab a bingo card if you are offering even just a small prize!  Perfect Your Delivery Before you can host your show, you have to get familiar with your materials. Read through the trivia questions and answers, look up any words you don't know how to pronounce. Develop a few side games or some interactive material to get the crowd engaged. (hint: people like music! Each of our games comes with a corresponding Spotify playlist, but if you are creating your own game, make sure to think about the music!) You should also think about your delivery. What kind of host do you want to be? Are you going to tell jokes, be snarky or sarcastic, or be a polished and proper presenter? Your host "personality" should fit the game, the venue, and your comfort level. Having a consistent approach will make your hosting look more professional and gain you those loyal fans. Try to get in a few good practice rounds with friends or family. Have them give you an honest opinion on things like your articulation, the quality of the material, and whether your jokes are funny or flat. Remember that you will likely be your own worst critic, so try not to be too hard on yourself.  Pitch Your Show Now that you've got your gear and your props, you've learned your material, and practiced on your friends, it is time to book your first gig. This is where things really get exciting, and it doesn't have to be all that difficult! Sure, you can make yourself a website and spend time and money placing ads on social media, but you can also just walk into your favorite pub or cafe and pitch your show! Trivia shows or music bingo nights are a great way for local businesses to get people in the door on slower nights of the week. You may want to bring in a buzzer or tell a couple of your jokes, something to let the bar or restaurant know what kind of show you are offering. It is probable that your first couple shows may not make you any money, but everyone needs a little experience when they are just getting started. We have an excellent e-guide in our Trivia Store for the aspiring trivia or game night host. This inexpensive resource has an entire section on booking gigs as well as a ton of information on putting on a quality show. There you have it! Five easy steps to becoming a game show host! You are now armed with all you need to be hosting your very own show and living out your dreams. Have a question about one of these steps or even something that isn't listed here? Drop us a line! We love to help aspiring hosts any way that we can.  If you are a trivia host, than you already know a lot of tricks for keeping your audience entertained and engaged. However, if you are looking for that little something extra, something to really add a dynamic aspect to your show, then let me introduce you to light-up buzzers! At Fat Bottom Trivia shows, we like to use buzzers that both light-up and make a fun sound when pressed. It adds an extra element of fun to the show, and it keeps people excited to play week after week.  There are a lot of options when it comes to buzzers, some are even Bluetooth enabled, but we like to use a sturdy plastic set that runs on AA batteries. Durability is important because the people handling your buzzers may not be all that careful, especially after a drink or two! And you don't want to keep replacing broken buzzers! Check out our trivia store where you can purchase a few buzzers of your own, a set of four buzzers that light up in blue, yellow, green, and red. These are the exact ones we use in our shows. The four-pack is currently on sale, don't miss out! Need a trivia host? Book a show with Fat Bottom Trivia, and the host brings the buzzers! Our shows are perfect for your next big event, a weekly trivia night at your pub or restaurant, or even for your family reunion! Book a show today:   Ready for a laugh? Fat City Entertainment has just the thing: A Bunch of Dummies Comedy Group. Devoted to their craft, our fun and energetic band of stand-up comedians will have your crowd rolling in the aisles. The laughs just won't stop from the moment our comedians take the stage until the final bow. Our comedians can customize the perfect show to fit your needs whether you want it to be family-friendly or just a little bit adult, the jokes will be crowd-pleasers! A Bunch of Dummies can give you a full 2+ hour show, be booked as an opening act or anything in between. Any show can be customized to fit your time and venue constraints. Any place is a good place for comedy. Our comedy group can be booked for entertainment at your restaurant’s grand opening, to liven up a slow night at your bar, or even for a night of laughs at a country club event! We are happy to provide shows to fill out your corporate event, liven up a special birthday celebration, or complete your stag party. What is a Bunch of Dummies show like? Well, it is a little bit improv and whole lot of comedy! The acts vary depending on venue and show specifications, but to give you a good idea, think of the Canadian group Just For Laughs or the old Comic Relief shows. Plenty of fun for everyone! Book your show today!  Think you got what it takes to be a Dummy? We are always looking to add to our comedy group. So, if you think you’ve got the comedy chops, hit up the contact page and drop us a line. Hint: it would be really helpful to send a link or two of you in action. If you are new to the whole comedy scene, that’s cool, come perform at one of the Fat City Entertainment open mic nights and strut your stuff.   The life of a trivia host can be tough! Spending hours each and every week putting together all of those trivia questions to try and stump your players. It can be a tough gig! But not anymore! Fat Bottom Trivia is here to make your life as a trivia host a piece of cake, so you can spend more time booking and hosting shows, and less time scouring the internet looking for obscure facts about the Taj Mahal or Michael Jackson’s wardrobe! Fat Bottom Trivia has developed tons of interactive trivia games that can be downloaded straight to your laptop! Each episode comes with enough trivia goodness to fill a 2-hour show! The games are perfect for groups of 3 or more teams comprised of at least 2 players, and they can be played with groups as large as 150 players (Tip: We recommend groups over 80 have at least two trivia hosts to keep the crowd focused and on task!) Each of the general knowledge questions come from categories that vary by episode, but include things like Country Tunes, Tequila, 90’s Movies, Slogans, European Countries, and so much more! Each episode contains 3 side games to really get your crowd out of their seats and engaged in the fun. They also contain the final wager finale where participants can bet it all for the win!  Do you host a reoccuring show? Good for you! Make sure you take a look at our full season multi-packs to save! Get all 5 episodes in the season at one low price, and each season includes at least one holiday themed episode to make sure your gamesare relevant all year round. Fat Bottom Trivia games require Powerpoint to get the full experience, and we recommend using fun props like buzzers and our custom Spotify playlists to really up the fun factor. Follow Fat City on Spotify, and you can find a playlist that corresponds with each and every episode. Also, if you really want to win at hosting, grab a copy of our Host Handbook.  Not a trivia host, but you just love to play trivia? These games are good for you as well. They can be played in the living room at a large family gathering just as easily as they can be played down at the local pub! Your family fun time will never be the same. We continue to release new episodes at regular intervals, and are always ready to provide you with your trivia needs! Keep a lookout for new stuff in the trivia store.  The people have spoken, and they want bingo...music bingo that is. Yep. Just in case you haven’t heard, let us tell you: music bingo is fast becoming the entertainment of choice at pubs, bars, and restaurants, and it is getting people in the doors every day of the week! What is Music Bingo? Music bingo is a super fun, fast-paced take on the traditional bingo game! Instead of getting lame cards with a bunch of numbers on them, the players are given cards that contain song titles, artist names, genres, or other music-related items. Then, the bingo host plays short 15-20 second snippets of songs, and the players must match up those songs to the items on their bingo cards! Sounds way more exciting then listening to someone call out B-32 and O-17 for hours, right?  How does Music Bingo work? Your music bingo event will go off without a hitch when you have a Fat City Entertainment host on the scene! Our hosts arrive at your venue with all the necessary tools to make your bingo night run smoothly, They bring the bingo cards, daubers, speakers, music, and fun. The shows run for 2-3 hours with each round lasting about 30 minutes. To keep it fresh, the rules of each round vary, and can include traditional bingo games like four corners or less-traditional things like anagrams! The host also changes up the playlists to keep the crowd from getting bored with the same old pop hits. Bingo songs can come from all music genres! We also like to throw a few curve balls with lists like Disney classics, Artists named Will, or famous trios. Wanna Check Out a Show? Are you thinking you might wanna give this whole music bingo thing a try, but you just want to see it in action first? Then let us cordially invite you to our Sunday night show at The Casual Pint!  Come play a few rounds with your friends and see what all the buzz is about! Ready to Start Your Own Music Bingo Night? So, you are digging on the music bingo vibe and are more than ready to get your own show up and running. Excellent! A Fat City Music Bingo night is so easy to get rolling, just click on over to our contact page. We are ready to hook you up! Our hosts are available to do private shows, one-time celebrations, monthly events, or even WEEKLY music bingo nights!  Bonus time! Venues that sign up for a monthly recurring show get a 30% discount, and venues that sign up for a weekly recurring show get a 50% discount!!! Satisfaction is guaranteed, so you can book your show with confidence.
What are you waiting for?  Make your little one’s birthday party truly epic this year with a Fat City Entertainment Superhero character performer!
We have recently launched our newest entertainment category: Costumed Superheroes! Our high quality entertainers are perfect for birthday parties, charity events, special occasions, and grand openings. Every kid has a favorite superhero that they look up to and dream about meeting, and Fat City is ready to get those Spidey senses tingling! Invite a Caped Crusader or a Man of Steel to turn an ordinary birthday party into a memorable event! Party characters add such a fun element to your event, your child won’t stop smiling for days. Watch all the birthday guests’ eyes light up in amazement as the Superhero they so admire shows up to partake in the party festivities. You can also have a costumed character on hand at your next charity event! Our costumed heroes can mingle, take photos, and sign autographs adding an element of fun and excitement to your fundraising efforts. Characters can be booked one at a time or in a group, whatever fits the needs of your organization. Need a little buzz for your upcoming grand opening? Have a Superhero character make an appearance at your opening to wow your customers with stories of bravery and valor! Fat City Entertainment can provide high-quality costumed performers to help you achieve the awesome launch that you deserve. Our initial launch will focus on the popular Superheroes depicted in the recent blockbuster films (but other characters and princesses can also be booked on request!) A booking will include a 2-hour visit from our costumed performer. The superhero will spend plenty of time at your party or event taking photos with guests, signing autographs, and telling Superhero stories. Your booking will also include two high energy performances that are sure to delight those in attendance. Other customized requests are available to be added to the party, things like story time, crafts, or games. We are ready to make your little ones dreams come true, just ask! Our performers can be hired for nearly any venue! We are happy to provide you with a costumed superhero at places like your private residence, restaurants, or even a park! Just make sure to check your party venue rules to make sure you are allowed to invite outside performers! Hint: if you are planning an outdoor event, you may want to provide a backup plan in the case of inclement weather...rain is a bit like Kryptonite to our Superheroes! Planning a big event? No worries! Our characters are ready to entertain your group no matter how large. For maximum impact, we suggest booking two characters for groups over 30. It allows your guests to have more one-on-one time with the superhero! We are super excited to announce this new line of entertainment! Can you tell? Contact Fat City Entertainment today so we can discuss your Superhero party needs!  Well, what can I say... An even bigger turn-out on our second night than expected, and Lana Cane was on point! Be sure to check out the details for the Upcoming Free Events to find out where we are going next. "...the 3rd Bold Missy Game Show Night is sure to be a big hit too!" Bold Missy Brewery has been great to us, and we are proud to see how far they have come in their first months of business. Bold Missy Showtime and Address in NODA We get a chance to work with some pretty awesome establishments each week, and it is always exciting to watch a new community develop over common bonds and passion for great food, drink, and entertainment.  What To Expect On Your First Visit: Fat Bottom Trivia "Game Show Nights" are a new & fun way to celebrate holidays, meet new people, impress your visitors, or staff team-building exercise. We begin with General knowledge trivia and end with a Music Trivia Party Using big-screens, buzzers, and interactive trivia, our hosts get teams laughing, singing, and buzzing in! Check the calendar for holidays and opportunities coming up. and contact us before we book up. We have games ready for Halloween, Christmas, Birthdays, stags, and much more. Fat Bottom Trivia 1.5 "Halloween Special"
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A must have for your Halloween Party with Extra media. Download & Present Powerpoint Show (.ppsx) 5 Categories, 3 Hidden Side-Games, and "Dare You 2 Wager" Round. Includes Free Copy Of The "Host Handbook: How To Start A Successful Trivia Night" Music Playlist: Spotify Fat Bottom Trivia 2.5 "Christmas Special"
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A Must Have For The Holidays! Download & Present Powerpoint Show (.ppsx) 5 Categories, 3 Hidden Side-Games, and "Dare You 2 Wager" Round. Includes Free Copy Of The "Host Handbook: How To Start A Successful Trivia Night" Music Playlist: Spotify Fat Bottom Trivia 3.1 "Love & Lust"
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Great for Valentine's Day, or "Battle of the Sexes". Difficulty 3/5 Download & Present Powerpoint File (pptx) 5 Categories, 3 Hidden Side-Games, and "Dare You 2 Wager" Round. Includes Free Copy Of The "Host Handbook: How To Start A Successful Trivia Night" Music Playlist: Spotify Fat Bottom Trivia 3.4 "Social Show Off"
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A great episode with fun variety of categories. Difficulty 2/5 Download & Present Powerpoint File (pptx) 5 Categories, 3 Hidden Side-Games, and "Dare You 2 Wager" Round. Includes Free Copy Of The "Host Handbook: How To Start A Successful Trivia Night" Music Playlist: Spotify  Christmas party dates fill up very quickly. Especially on the Friday and Saturday evenings in late November and December. It's always a good idea to get a jump on your event planning and get a Bonus 15% off at the same time. Get your deposit in by September 30 to secure your party entertainment, and receive VIP pricing on top quality Xmas Emcees and Game Shows. Customizable Game Show Nights Are Hot This YearOur interactive "Game Show" trivia episodes are fully customizable for Christmas this year. The Entertainment runs 3hrs (extra DJ/Dance time available upon request). In this time you can fit 2 full episodes of Fat Bottom Trivia. Simply choose your genres, and we're off! We recommend one episode of General Knowledge trivia, then an episode of "Music Trivia Party". Each episode has hidden side-games that get your guests moving about and socializing. Music Trivia is always fun to finish off the night as it really gets people singing, dancing, and having a good time. Even if some of your guests are great at music trivia, they will certainly love the popular music and watching the more competitive team members get exciting and buzzing in from their tables. You can now include customized categories specific for your company or group to promote brand knowledge and loyalty. Big-Screen Game Board Is Interactive With Images, Media, And Sound Effects Check out our new game list including Rock Jeopardy, (Classic) Fat Bottom Trivia (General Knowledge), Music Trivia Party (Music), Lights, Curtains, Trivia! (TV & Movies), and more by clicking this link.
We also have Christmas themed games ready to present available at our Store. Fat Bottom Trivia Season 3, Episode 2 "St. Patrick's Day Special" Is Now Available For Download3/11/2017  Just in time for the upcoming celebrations and festivities, Fat Bottom Trivia 3.2 - "St Patty's Day Special" has now been released. With categories such as "It's Not Easy Being Green", "Name That Whiskey", and "Hot Potato!", this game is family friendly, but certainly more fun with a green pint in hand, and a mature audience. The difficulty is 3 out of 5 for a group of 10-100 people. It Will Be Tempting To Turn The Extra Side-Games Into Drinking Challenges...
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To Get your copy of FBT 3.2 - St Patrick's Day Special, Click Here Full Episode: Couples Episode Of Fat Bottom Trivia Live Game Show. Hosted By The Jones Zone3/1/2017  It was a pleasure to be able to watch and film a full episode of Fat Bottom Trivia hosted by Brian and Chris Jones of "The Jones Zone". The brothers are realtors in Fort Mill, South Carolina, but they certainly have a knack as entertainers, as well. To follow "The Jones Zone" on Facebook or for contact information, click here. Watch a full episode of a new interactive "game show" right here!The episode was perfect for Valentine's Day week, but with a mixed crowd of ages 6-60, the hosts did a spectacular job of playing to all audiences. One of the best features about utilizing the downloadable formatted games of Fat Bottom Trivia, if that all the hilarious cues are there. It then takes the subtle humour of a talented host to motivate the crowd to break out of their shell, and make a night to remember. What a great venue for a trivia night event!As members of the Loom Coworking studio in Fort Mill, the brothers have an excellent venue at their disposal. The reasonable rates of Loom, combined with the immaculate decor and productivity areas, makes for a fun venue for games nights. I highly recommend checking out this location if you are in the market for a new work area for your small business.
For more information of Loom Coworking, click here.  In anticipation of our podcast launch, we want to offer you a quick introduction to what we will be discussing on air. In addition to speaking with Fat Bottom Trivia Game Show hosts, we want to invite all trivia and game hosts to speak about tips & tricks, as well as to motivate each other. Let's promote better entertainment across the board! New Podcast A Friendly Place For Experienced Hosts To Discuss New Techniques & TechnologiesDusty Ramsbottom interviews Dennis Curran from Calgary, Alberta, Canada. His recent casino event charged $20/ head, and sets a new precedent for the scope of downloadable trivia "game shows"
Watch as they discuss the game format, working with the venue, and tips for new performers. Please comment below, or on the youtube video with further tips, and to strengthen the trivia host community. In maintaining with our promise to you, we are launching many new and exciting new themed trivia games in 2017. One of the first additions to the new season is here and perfect for Valentine's Day. As always, the games are perfect for 3 to 10 teams, and up to 100 people! Fat Bottom Trivia - "Lust & Love" Is On Sale Now This new game is great for groups, and especially if you know there will be a nice mix of men, women and couples. With categories like :"Famous Hook-ups" or "Show Me You Love Me", the episode was written to ensure maximum interactions at your next party. Of course, this game is great for Valentine's, but there is no reason it wouldn't be a good idea to use for your trivia night any time of the year. Pre-made Games Ready To Download And Present Instantly To Use At Your Next Trivia NightAll our games come with satisfaction guarantees, and if you are interested in hosting a weekly trivia night for your local pub quiz night, our host forums and resources are great ways to connect with other hosts from around the world to ensure you are using the most up-to-date strategies, and technologies. Make your Trivia Night one to remember. For more information on Fat Bottom Trivia, click here. To find music perfect for each games, follow the Spotify playlists located in the "Notes" section of you games episodes once downloaded.  |
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