Testimonials
We've received hundreds of letters of recommendation from our clients, not to mention the frequent standing ovations! Delivered with the highest level of professionalism, we bring you the funniest in interactive entertainment.
In addition to the testimonials below, we also have an "In The Media" section which contains many of the news articles that have been published about BigTime. We also have a selection of Client Profiles detailing some of the projects we have worked on.
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| "We knew that we wanted to do something completely out of the regular 'dinner and dance' parties, and I believe I made the perfect choice. I will be talked about for months with praise about how great their employer is. You guys really made me look GREAT!" - Suzie C., President, Applewood Manor Retirement Residence |
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| "On behalf of the staff at Aqua Terre and myself, thank you for such a great time. Everyone really enjoyed themselves on and off the stage..." - Erika M., Aqua Terre Solutions |
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| "The votes are in and the evening was a hit. It has now been a week and a half since the party and folks are still very actively discussing the fantastic time they had at our year end party... an event which will certainly be remembered for years to come." - Yves G., Director of Sales and Marketing, Armstrong Monitoring Corporation |
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| "This was the first time I had ever attended a murder mystery but I know it won't be the last. Everyone at our mystery masquerade had a great time. I heard over and over how much they all enjoyed the production put on by your Toronto cast. I would highly recommend BigTime Murder Productions to anyone thinking of hosting an entertaining and fun filled evening. You were a joy to work with. With all the details for the evening to worry about I did not have to be concerned about the entertainment. You were a professional, organized and very accommodating. My compliments on a job well done." - Robert F., Art Gallery of Mississauga |
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"I just wanted to thank you and your staff for providing us with great entertainment again this year. I have been receiving lots of positive feedback this morning from our staff. They thoroughly enjoyed it and the storyline (The CodFather) and characters fit right in with our theme for the evening. Thanks again to BigTime and staff for a really fun event."
"In all the years that I have been involved in organizing the social events for our office, I think that the Christmas Party rates as one of our most successful and enjoyable. I have had nothing but positive comments from the partners and staff. I would highly recommend you and your company to anyone looking for a way to add lots of entertainment to their event. |
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"When I was looking for a company to perform for our district, several were available and I was discussing items with them. However, your professionalism and excellent customer service was above all others. I had hoped to see an evening of fun and laughs, and you delivered with gut-busting style. The show really set the stage for the next day and everyone was that much more relaxed for our following work program. Your show made the conference a huge success. The improvisation, the jokes, the script, and the interaction was very energetic and entertaining and electrifying. Outstanding!"
"I wanted to let you know that I have had nothing but rave reviews of the Murder Mystery evening. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed themselves, and our's is being hailed as one of the best district conferences ever. Largely in part to Big Time Murder Mysteries." |
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"Well you’ve done it again Peter!!! ... you and your crew never cease to amaze me. Everyone was so easy to work with and professional. This is our 3rd event with BigTime as a major part of the activities, and as always... a resounding hit!! The feedback from our group of 170 for the Idol Show was outstanding. At first people were afraid their names would be called to participate, but by the end of the show, these same people were disappointed in not being called up. When I first pitched your idea of the show to some of our other committee members, many were hesitant. They wanted to make sure no one would be ridiculed 'performing' for an 'Idol Show'. After the show I went to see the head committee member, his response elated me... 'It was PERFECT, just PERFECT'"
"Once again you guys were awesome!" |
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"On behalf of my team and I, I would like to express my thanks to you and your team for helping make our district conference a success. The Murder Mystery show was a key factor in the success of our event. I would highly recommend your show."
"The performance with far exceeded my expectations. Our group had a roaring good time. The only side effects experienced were stiff jaws from constantly laughing. It's great to see such great talent! Please also accept my thanks for your efficient organizing of the logistics for the entire performance. It allowed me to just sit back in enjoy the show." |
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| "I just want to thank you and your cast for a fantastic evening last Thursday. Everyone had a great time and agreed it was the most fun they have ever had at a company function. The actors were tremendously interactive and did a terrific job of involving the guests. Please pass on my sincere thanks to them for a fun filled evening and hopefully we will be in touch again for a future event." - Christine G. BPB North American Services Inc. |
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| "Just wanted to say thank you for the great job today. It was a success through and through." - Peter T., Brookstreet Hotel |
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| "We're getting a lot of calls as a result... BigTime livened up the dinners, made the unveiling of our products far more exciting than a standard presentation would have been. The actors were great... and the cast received a standing ovation after the Vancouver show." - Anna M. Marketing Services Co-ordinator, Brother International |
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| "Thank you for making our Management Retreat such a memorable occasion. Your production was fantastic. We never laughed so hard, and our employees are still reminiscing about the evening. Peter, please accept our sincere thanks for a job well done." - Patricia T., Human Resources CAA North & East Ontario |
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| "Everything went well as you predicted. In fact, it went better than well. It was GREAT! What a show! Everyone was impressed. Some people asked me for your business card (it's a good thing that I took more than one.) Congratulations to you and your crew for your great performance! Au plaisir!" - Suzanne P., Marketing - Project Administrator, Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation |
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| "The evaluation from this group was a unanimous 5 out of 5 from ALL 80 people. Your company is entertaining, interactive, professional, and all about customer service. You are the first group I think about when I plan a conference and the only I would recommend." - Joanne T., Executive Assistant, Canada Trust |
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| "Your professional troupe provided an excellent and relaxing conclusion to our intense training session. I would not hesitate to recommend BigTime Murder Productions to any organization wishing to offer its members a great evening of quality entertainment." - Traci W., National Director, Canadian Association of Independent Living Centres |
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| "Our many thanks to you and your group for putting on such a wonderful show. I only received accolades from those in attendance (thanks for making me look so good.) Your actors were fabulous and everybody had a wonderful time." - Natasha J., Canadian Centre for Ethics in Sport |
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| "We were quite impressed by how well your troupe integrated with the audience. They were not intrusive, and people could participate or not as they wished. The way that you included specific staff members in your script was handled very well and everyone laughed a lot. We were also impressed with your organization and professionalism, and with how you went out of you way to accommodate us... We certainly will be happy to recommend BigTime to any interested parties." - Chuck G., Director General, Canadian Conservation Institute |
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| "I just wanted to let you know how pleased everyone was with the performance last Friday night. Even the restaurant was delighted with the results and the cast had patrons and staff in 'stitches.' Cudos to the French/Italian maid who gave the dental hygienists a new way to dispense dental floss! A special thank you to you as well, for coming through on very short notice and bending the rules." - Frances P., Canadian Dental Hygienists Association |
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"The show was outstanding and I have received many positive comments about it. You continue to amaze us all with your humour and attention to detail... Thank you for continuing to exceed our expectations with your productions."
"Once again, I must let you know how much our group enjoyed your production. Thank you so much for adding the extra touches. I have already recommended your group to other organizations, and will continue to do so whenever I'm asked for input on entertaining large groups."
"We have heard nothing but praise for your group from our members who attended the murder mystery. Comments like 'The best', 'Fantastic', 'Fabulous', 'I can't remember laughing so hard', 'Do you think we can do this again?', 'Can I be a suspect next time?', and on and on." |
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"Thank you so much for your delightful entertainment during our client familiarization at Chateau Laurier Hotel. Our guests enjoyed your humor and so did we! You succeeded in being outrageous while never crossing the line; you pegged the quietest person in the group and brought out the bunny in her..." |
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"Thank you so much for bringing yourself and your talented troupe of actors to Fairmont Le Chateau Montebello earlier this month to perform for my client. The feedback that I received was excellent and everyone had a great time. It was exactly what they needed after a long day of meetings. |
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"I would like to thank you for the wonderful improv comedy BigTime created for the OP APOLLO show tour. When I contracted you to perform for the Canadian Forces personnel overseas, I never dreamed that your portion of our variety show would be such a smashing success. BigTime provided much needed comic relief for several Army and Navy personnel who have been away from their family and friends for several months. Your interactive improv fit perfectly into the show, and was a huge hit with the CF audience. It really drew them in - especially when you cast the two highest ranking officers on the ship as "Jack" and "Rose" from the Titanic. Hilarious! On stage and off, the BigTime cast was extremely professional. They were very easy to travel with, a "low maintenance", easy going group who created a fun, team building atmosphere. |
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"What a tremendous job you did for the NHL 2000 event! Of course, it's no less than we expected from BigTime Murder Productions. From the minute we phoned you with our very special request, until the final moments of your excellent production, everything went smoothly and enjoyably. And no small task either! For you to custom-create a radio play with a hockey theme, and then to stage it in such a unique and challenging setting as a cocktail party for 5000 people, was a true testament to the skills of your company, your writers, and your performers. Our clients, Showmakers Inc., and the NHL VIPs who attended, commented on the talents of those on stage and on the professionalism of the concept and scripting. It's a pleasure to work with someone as inspired, as passionate and as consummately professional as you are. We look forward to our next intriguing project." |
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"Bigtime is truly exceptional, and our event has sold out both years. I have worked with a few smaller murder mystery groups, but they don't have the professional edge or flare that BigTime does. Book them soon, you won't be sorry!" |
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"We would like to take this opportunity to thank you and your cast for a top rated performance. The Ottawa Technology Centre's Management Group enjoyed every segment of your show. Hari-Karaoke is an excellent show, which allows for a lot of interaction and involvement between the cast and the audience. The group particularly enjoyed how you incorporated our people into your program. It was a great time seeing our colleagues contribute to your line up; and it become an extraordinary moment for those participants who were more than happy to perform with you. We could not resist jumping up and dancing to your great choice of music. The standing ovation was proof that your cast left our group in awe. Our Post Conference Surveys indicated that many individuals preferred your entertainment to other activities and events planned during past conferences." |
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"I received many positive comments from our management group on your outstanding performance which made the evening one to remember." |
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"On behalf of 14 Wing Greenwood and the Jr. Rank's Mess Committee I wish to express my sincere appreciation for the amazing performance you gave on New Year’s Eve. It was a pleasure to meet all of you, and I would love to have you back anytime. I have heard nothing but positive comments from everyone who attended. You literally had the audience jumping out of their seats! I wish to commend you on an outstanding performance and for the high level of professionalism you and your team displayed while in Greenwood. I hope to see all of you again sometime soon." |
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"I would like to take this opportunity to express to both Bigtime as well as Jamie and Gabrielle our many thanks for the absolutely wonderful time that all the members of our training team had. There were many comments that this was our best team event ever. The actors were funny, quick, flexible and even brought the reluctant completely out of their shells. I cannot thank you all enough." |
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"Your actors were great! The party was wonderful! My guests all played their roles the second they walked in and did not stop until it was all over. Everyone had an amazing time.I am eagerly trying to book a corporate one for you." |
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"We had a great time with your show, definitely one of the funniest evenings we've had at a Board Retreat." |
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"There were many comments, in particular the fact that 'the actors were great', 'everyone was urged to participate', and 'much better event other Murder Mystery groups!'. The guests also appreciated the actors staying around afterwards and talking to them and not running off as soon as the show was over. The entire event was a huge success and we will definitely be calling you next year for repeat performance." |
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"I am not sure that words will be able to express what a huge success the murder mystery was on Friday evening. Your cast were exceptional both in role and out of role. From the moment they entered the hall they captivated our audience and the audience were surrounding them to see what was going on. Officer Cannon had quite the presence as he all of a sudden appeared on the scene so much so that a couple of individuals wondered what was wrong. What was a very stressful week made even the naysayers laugh to tears. You are definitely on my list for another show." |
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"Many of our employees (and guests) thought it was the best Christmas party Comtest has ever had. Your willingness to cater to our company's needs, and tailoring the script to suit Comtest's corporate profile, really added to the fun of the evening. I will recommend BigTime Murder Productions to anyone I know, looking for a unique and incredibly fun way to spend an evening, or liven up any function". |
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"I want to thank you and the many cast members for making our Christmas party a great success! The response has been terrific, and everyone had a thoroughly enjoyable evening. From the delectable Sandy Beach (woo-hoo!), sparring partners Chip and Judy through to Officer Dick Cannon, the players were interactive, quick-witted, and really engaging. The theme of a company takeover was a big hit, although I hope no one here at Danfoss gets any ideas. I would highly recommend your troupe to anyone thinking of a murder mystery for their company or ‘function’. Again, many thanks for putting this together and giving us an evening to remember." |
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"We would like to extend our thanks to you and your cast for making our murder mystery night such an exceptional and memorable evening. Everyone had an unforgettable time. You were right about our night being unbelievably hilarious!" |
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"There were tons of fabulous comments on what a great job you guys did. Some said it was the best event they had ever attended!" |
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"The 'well dones' and 'great ideas' are coming in fast and furious today. Those people who are hams were able to get into the action and those people who are shyer were able to sit back and enjoy the radio play and still be extremely entertained. There wasn't one person who didn't enjoy themselves yesterday!... Your radio play format is a great concept and really funny departure from the standard murder mystery format. Kudos to your troupe who are obviously very polished and extremely adept at what they do and yet come across as spontaneous and not rehearsed to death. You have a winning formula for tons of fun!" |
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"From the minute the actors walked into the room and the interaction began, I saw nothing but smiles on people's faces. It was absolutely brilliant!... I will definitely keep you in mind for next year's party - maybe the Hillbilly Wedding or the Radio Show..." |
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"The word that keeps ringing true to me for that evening was professionalism. Your cast handled our people so well, that we could do nothing but react to their gentle mocking and fully participate in the evening. I am amazed at how well the actors took the little bit of information I gave them, and also what they could glean from their brief conversations prior to dinner, and create a show so hilarious, and right on the mark with our key players. Once again, I thank you for being so much more than we could ever have anticipated, and for being the high point of our conference." |
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"I just wanted to say hello and thank you for a great afternoon this past Friday. Everyone has been thanking me for the success of the day, and I owe a big thank you to Jamie and Gabrielle who carried the show and kept things rolling. There was alot of laughter and everyone really enjoyed themselves. I have been recommending Big Time to friends and family, and can hardly wait to plan another get together featuring one of Big Time's Murder Mysteries. We would love to be listed as one of your previous clients and will recommend your organization to anyone looking for a unique, fun filled way to Team Build!! Thanks to Peter for being so helpful in the beginning and making things so easy to organize." |
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"What can be said except that you and your cast ooze such incredible talent! Your professionalism and exuberant personality always make it a joy to work with you. "We at FESTIVEX Special Events strive to offer our corporate clients the very best in creative concepts, decor and of course, entertainment. BigTime Murder Productions always makes us look good because you deliver what you promise - every time! "When our client, Dare Foods of Canada approached us for an after-dinner show filled with laughs and audience participation, BigTime IDOL came to mind right away. What a huge hit it was - the energy in the room and the laughs were over-the-top and proof of what a success the show was so THANK YOU once again. "We wish you the best for all of your upcoming productions. We will be on the look-out for other opportunities to collaborate with you and the entire BigTime cast in the near future. Congratulations for an outstanding job!" |
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"Words simply can not describe it. The show was an absolute success!! The cast worked the room like only professionals could. Even guests that I thought would be the most reluctant responded eagerly. Everyone enjoyed the show. They didn't need to tell me because I could see it in their smiles and hear in their laughter. I would not hesitate for a moment in recommending your company. Thank you for the great memories on such a special occasion. Please be sure to pass this message on to Debbie and the cast. Congratulation on a job well done and good luck with your future endeavours." |
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"I would like to express our sincere appreciation and praise to BigTime for the thoroughly professional and entertaining performance provided at our recent Fire Department fundraiser. The originality of the script, the involvement of the attending public and the well-orchestrated plot developments delighted all of us and provided for a memorable and enjoyable day. The quality of the performance of the actors contributed significantly to the momentum of our community fundraising goals." |
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"I would like to thank you and your marvelous cast for staging Phantom of the Grand Ole Opry at my restaurant in September. I am still hearing rave reviews from those who attended. I was surprised at how your team was able to bring my customers out of themselves and have them participate so willingly and well. The evening was a mixture of unparalleled hilarity and artistic creativity that left us all wanting more. I look forward to many more collaborations." |
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"I just wanted to thank you for a very successful evening last Thursday. Everyone had a blast, and the actors were fantastic. Your crew was easy to work with, and a lot of fun. We will definitely recommend you to anyone seeking a similar experience. Thanks again!" |
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"I know I thanked you and your crew already that night but I had to write you to thank you once again for the amazing performance BigTime put on for us. The next day, every person who was at the party said that by far it was the greatest Christmas party they had ever been to. I couldn't agree more! From start to finish everyone was laughing hysterically, singing and dancing (albeit sometimes reluctantly). People were amazed that all we had to do was look in the yellow pages to find a gem like BigTime; that is what I call 'a diamond in the rough.'" |
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| "On behalf of all the employees of International Datacasting, we would like to express to you our overwhelming satisfaction with your exceptionally entertaining production of 'Silence of the Hams' at our annual Holiday party on November 26th. We were looking for something extra-special for this year's party to help us celebrate our company's 20th Anniversary. We sure found it! The actors were amazing, and kept us all in stitches during the whole performance. Their ability to incorporate employees into the performance was just perfect. It definitely added that personal touch and made for a very special evening. The feedback from our employees has been fabulous. Comments like 'That was the best party we've ever had', and 'Let's do it again next year!', have been widespread. It was a wonderful way to celebrate 20 years in business! Our compliments and thanks to you and your cast and crew for a performance that was just as you say on your website, 'Entertainment To Die For!'" - Heather M & Jane W, Party Planners Extraordinaire, International Datacasting |
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| "... the variety that you bring to your shows are significant enough to keep the audience entertained year after year. Again this year, our Charter Night was a resounding success because of your Murder Mystery. Thank you Peter and please thank your crew for us because year after year they have proven to be the best and I have no doubt that we will see you again next year (for show #5) when we celebrate our 47th Charter Night." - Gisele V., Kiwanis Club of Ottawa Vanier |
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| "We had a great time also, the actors were great. They never dropped out of character the whole evening, which was amazing. We tried at times to catch them off guard but they were truly professional and kept in character which made the situation that much more real. We thanked them that evening but please pass on our compliments again. Everyone had a great evening and thoroughly enjoyed the show. Thanks again to you and the group for making our event special." - Anthony H., Le Meridien King Edward Hotel |
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| "I just have to write to tell you how impressed I was with last night's performance. You put together an excellent package. The actors were superb, obviously talented but also intuitive. They coped with a diverse crowd and all shapes and sizes of 'suspects.' The package of scripts and the investigation tied together beautifully. Even the birthday boy enjoyed himself after he got over the shock of the surprise. My favorite part was the birthday song. If your detective kept the lyrics, I would be hugely grateful to get my hands on a copy. Thanks again for your professionalism and humour. Everyone had a BLAST!!!" - Marilyn L., Small Dinner Party Client |
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| "The fast pace, delightful characters, surprises and audience participation that your troop so willingly encouraged kept us entranced and entertained all evening. We will remember the soiree with pleasure." - Guy C., Lippens Inc. |
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| "I just want to thank you for a very memorable 30th birthday. It's been two weeks since and people are still laughing and talking about it. There are plans already for us to do it again." - Colleen L., Small Dinner Party Client |
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| "I just thought I would send you a note to express my congratulations on a job well done. Everybody loved the idea of a murder mystery for a birthday party. The birthday girl loved it. You and your team made it easy to arrange and performed with professionalism. Hats off to your actors who did a great job." - Jim M., Small Dinner Party Client |
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| "We were very pleased with the success of our experiment which brought a seasoned and professional troupe of actors to our casino theatre. Our guests thoroughly enjoyed the hilarious shows and we received many compliments which, of course, were meant for BigTime Murder Productions. We hope to see you back." - Calum J., President, Maho Beach Resort & Casino |
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| "The cast's ability to get the group involved was just outstanding... All inhibitions were lost and the evening was a complete success. You are a truly talented group of actors who are sure to excel in all of your future endeavors and I would highly recommend your theatre group to anyone who was looking for an evening of interactive enjoyment. Regardless of the group that you are presenting to, I am certain you are always met with positive responses after your productions. Your ability to improvise in humorous manner was outstanding. Outstanding teamwork one and all." - Katherine Anne T.t, Administrative Assistant, MD Management Ottawa Division |
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| "Thank you once again for the outstanding job you and your team did for us. I have had only positive feedback on yesterday's performance. Everyone really enjoyed themselves." - Jo Anne T., Chair of Social Committee, Med-Eng Systems/Allen Vangaurd |
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| "I have now hosted close to a dozen of your dinner theatre events here at the Monterey Inn over the past year and have found them to be of superior quality, executed to perfection, and without equal in revenue production. The most positive spin-off has certainly been the draw of first time customers to The Monterey Inn. This form of entertainment is new to this area and there has been a really positive response as you know. Best of luck to you and your crew on any new venture, and we will look forward to "The CodFather" on September 28th, which is almost sold out already." - Ion A., Visible Concept Management, Contracted to: The Pines at The Monterey Inn |
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| "The night was amazing! Your group of actors were very funny and professional. Thank you for all of your help and please let your team know how much we enjoyed the evening. Cari was fantastic. All the actors were great and Donnie Cocktail is now an inside joke for everyone who attended." - Jamie T., Multy Industries |
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| "Wow... they were all awesome. Very professional, each and every one of them. It was a treat for us to have such talented entertainment." - Nancy T. Nestle, Event Planning Glendale, California |
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| "To date, the comments received with respect to the entertainment provided are great! I appreciate the time you took to respond to any concerns that the committee had. You and your staff did an excellent job! Many good laughs were had and it was definitely entertainment to die for! I look forward to our paths crossing again and I wish you and your crew the best of luck!" - Lisa W.s, Office of the Auditor General of Canada |
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| "We had a great time and plenty of laughs. We have more hams in the group than we realized. We talked about the event for a couple of days afterwards. This was my first murder mystery and I thoroughly enjoyed it. My team leader (from North Carolina) said she will never forget it and thought it was a great team building event. Many Thanks!" - Beulah M., Nortel Networks |
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| "Our organization has a number of newer employees located in four cities and your performance was just the thing to bring these folds together - a super team building, interactive and morale-boosting exercises. Just a ton of laughs. Every conference delegate I have spoken to has raved about the performance and I would not hesitate to recommend BigTime to anyone." - Kim N., Director, Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions |
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| "What a night! I can't thank you enough for making our Christmas party such a huge success. Your actors are magnificent. The climax was hilarious and unexpected, and the reaction from the crowd was fantastic. The complements are still coming in, a great boost to my ego and company morale." - Maria S., Special Events Coordinator, Ottawa Algonquin Travel Corp. |
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"I wanted to let you know how much we all enjoyed the show that you gave at Econiche House last week for the University of Ottawa. It was very professional, and you adapted incredibly quickly to the various 'personalities.'" |
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"Just wanted to drop you a brief note to thank you and to let you know your cast certainly lived up to our expectations! The evening of November 28th was a tremendous success. I am still receiving positive comments from my staff, expressing how much fun they had. Please express my sincere thanks and appreciation to the cast. In addition, thank you to Stephen, who did a great job of ensuring the evening ran smoothly. I have enclosed a cheque as a special thank you and would ask that you please divide this equally among them. Thanks again for an excellent evening of mystery and fun. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend BigTime Productions to anyone looking for a way to add excitement to a corporate event." |
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"The feedback has been very positive, everyone enjoyed the laughs and jokes flying around the room. Your crew did an excellent job with the whole waterslide theme. I do appreciate you accommodating the last minute changes we had, and of course the storm delay. I will be recommending BigTime Murder Productions to everyone." |
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"It was wonderful to see that everyone was having an absolutely great time. It was evident from the moment I walked through the doors that you and your troupe had whipped the crowd into a frenzy of laughter and excitement." |
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"Over the years I have done many different client appreciation events but the Murder Mystery dinner was by far the most entertaining evening we have ever provided. My clients thoroughly enjoyed the show and it was an absolute delight to work with such a professional and well-organized company. If you ever need a reference I would be pleased to provide one." |
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"Based on the number of complimentary calls that I received following your performance, I can assure that your production exceeded our most optimistic expectations. The manner in which you incorporated the members of your audience, and in this case, some of the most senior police executives in Canada, continues to provide much amusement for those fortunate enough to have attended this event. I should also advise you that your performance at our dinner was the best attended event that our Officers' mess has hosted in 10 years... Your performance was professional, entertaining and wildly amusing... I would be pleased to recommend you to anyone wishing to enjoy an unusual and thoroughly entertaining evening." |
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"Once again, thanks for putting on a great show at the Riveredge Resort Hotel. The applause gets louder after every show you do. |
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"I just wanted to write you a quick note to say thanks for making our Volunteer Party such a success. You and your cast were awesome. Being the person who coordinates the event, you always worry if there is someone not enjoying him or herself. I can honestly say at no point during the evening did I worry. Everyone had an amazing time and the feedback from the staff and volunteers has been nothing but positive! I would recommend this to anyone who was looking to have a great night. I look forward to working with you again!" |
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"I just wanted to drop a quick note on the great job your BigTime Murder Productions troup did for our Broker Professional Development dinner last month. The actors were very engaging and stayed in character for the whole evening. Our entire group quickly got into the spirit of the event and had a fantastic time. In the past we have hosted dinners, casino nights, golf trips, pub nights, etc., which can always be challenging given the diversity of ages and interests in our clients. We were delighted with how well your production was received by everyone in our group. The whole evening was wonderfully entertaining and your team helped make our event that much more memorable." |
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"You weren't kidding when you said it will be a night filled with laughter!! Your staff were very obliging and professional. Thank you for entertaining us... We will never forget it!" |
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"Everyone had an excellent time and thought you were all just fantastic! I like the way you used the information that I provided for your 'victims'. They loved it! On return to work on Monday your group's performance was all anyone talked about. You were really a hit and we thank you." |
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"Just a note to thank you very much for the best murder mystery I have ever been to. You really got all of us involved in this and we all had a great time. All the actors and actress were great fun and great conversationalists at the tables. You have a great show going here. Keep up the great work." |
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"It is always a pleasure to be entertained by your folks. They are a great group of professionals who really know what they are doing. The Systemhouse President and Vice Presidents from across Canada as well as all of the other guests were all extremely impressed with the evening. I have heard nothing but good comments. Thanks for a great evening of entertainment." |
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"You didn't miss a shot. It was a fast-paced production with all the right elements including a great sense of humor... I think you scored a grand slam! I would not hesitate to recommend BigTime Murder Productions in the future." |
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"Each and every guest stopped to comment on how much fun they had during your production. One of hardest parts of planning our dealer convention was trying to come up with an original idea for entertaining our guests. Of all the forms of entertainment that we could've chosen, bringing BigTime in was certainly the best choice. Not in my wildest dreams did I imagine that the caliber of you performers would be so incredible. Once again, thank you for helping me make this convention the success that it was!" |
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"I just wanted to say thank you for the BEST night of entertainment I've ever had. The performers were wonderful, mixed well with our staff, and on an individual basis, were truly into their characters. Their interaction with the other actors was hilarious! The performance was truly professional, and in no way felt or looked rehearsed. I, for one, laughed more that night than any other I can remember, and loved the individual characters... who never missed a beat and kept things rolling at a quick and hilarious pace, constantly interacting with the audience. So, thank you sincerely, for letting me go to bed with a sore tummy and aching cheeks from laughing, and for making our conference such a success! (I'm trying to figure out how to bring you to another function, so that people who missed it can see what we are all raving about!!)" |
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"The response from our district was unbelievable. Everyone jumped right into the act and you made actors out of our own people. By having them participate, it created even more entertainment for the others. The questions and remarks to our own people were in good taste and extremely well incorporated into your act. The complements have been flowing in. This was a perfect morale booster and I even saw some people working in teams to try to solve the murder... You made our job so much easier and made us look good in the process. I am sure that many will remember this day for many years."
"We have been getting an enthusiastic response to the day and especially the murder mystery. Needless to say, a good time was had by all. We found the actors friendly, flexible in their delivery and gave a terrific performance. A special thanks to you Peter. Your professional attitude and patience were very much appreciated. The coordination of the performance with the train was excellent and your enthusiasm and flexibility were indispensable." |
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"Thank you once again for an awesome presentation last Saturday night. I received several calls at home on Sunday from people who had attended just to tell me how much they had enjoyed it and to thank me for bringing you to Stirling. I hope to be in touch soon to plan our next event. Please thank your cast for me and on behalf of the Lions' Club." |
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"Everyone loved the BigTime IDOL show. Your group put on another entertaining very funny performance... Thanks again for another great talented and fun show!!"
"I know that everyone had a wonderful time because they haven't stopped talking about it since. You and your performers are very professional and talented. It was a distinct pleasure working with you and I look forward to planning another event in the near future." |
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"Excellent feedback all the way around! You'll get more business out of this for sure." |
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"...We couldn’t have imagined such a successful and fun evening the BigTime Idol Show would provide. The delegates have told us repeatedly that it was the most fun evening ever. One just had to look at our 190 guests and see the tears of laughter combined with the enthusiastic participation of the audience. "The tremendous talents of your actors entertaining us were incredible. As organizers of this conference what we appreciated so much was being able to sit back and just enjoy the evening knowing it was in the hands of professionals. Not only were we definitely not disappointed; you exceeded our wildest hopes for a successful evening." |
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"I just wanted to let you know that everyone had an absolutely fabulous time on Saturday night!!! The only complaint I received is that peoples' stomachs hurt from laughing so much. I didn't think it was possible but I think you guys outdid yourselves from last year. I hope you guys can join us again next year on Saturday, December 11th. First class all the way!"
"I cannot thank you and your cast enough for the incredible time we had at our annual Christmas party this past Saturday! I have received so many comments from people who agree that it was by far the best time they have had at any function - ever. However, I did receive a few complaints about the headaches that people got from laughing so hard and I'm not sure how my make-up looked after the evening from all the tears that were shed! I think the standing ovation just shows how much we all enjoyed the evening. I can't wait for the repeat performance at next year's party and I'm sure everyone else will be delighted that we have decided to do the same thing. In a time where many companies are foregoing their annual parties for a more serious business attitude, I appreciate your help in letting everyone at Trailcon get a little crazy and let loose for a good party. I'm not sure that we can top Saturday's performance, however, I'm looking forward to an even crazier night next year!"
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"... Your Radio Show night was the funniest and most interactive of your four productions for us. It even topped last year's murder mystery, which was a huge hit with our managers from coast to coast who attended our 2001 National meeting. Please give some thought to what we might do for 2003..."
"Your production was the highlight of our conference. We laughed and were superbly entertained for over three hours. It is one of the best events I have hosted and I have been with the company for over 35 years. Your cast was professional, friendly and funny."
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"Feedback from our guests include the following comments 'what a great way to get everyone together', 'excellent entertainment!', 'what a great time!', 'best part of the conference!' Your ability to customize your performance to include some of our guests in the scenario really made for an extra special evening. Please also accept my personal thanks for the professional assistance you gave me in the initial planning stages of this conference. There are many pressures associated with selecting entertainment for any conference. I truly made the right choice. You really do provide Entertainment To Die For!" |
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"I just wanted to say thank you for a Great Evening last Thursday. Your staff were great and they put on such a good show. I've had nothing but positive feedback from everyone here who attended. Again, thank you so much! I haven't laughed like that in quite a while." |
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"I just wanted to let you know that a GREAT time was had by all. The group did a fantastic job and our crowd loved it. Brian (Boss Man) was a guest at this show & said that it was the best one yet. Cheers to Big Time. We're looking forward to the next." |
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"When planning the party this year, the Social Committee felt we needed to try something a little different and decided that a murder mystery dinner theatre performance would add an element of entertainment to the evening. As is usually the case when trying something completely different, we were a little apprehensive about the employee reaction to this type of venue. It is with extreme pleasure that I am able to tell you that the production was a complete success and a huge hit with everyone in attendance! The cast and crew of BigTime Murder Productions definitely deserve a standing ovation for a job well done. Your patience and careful consideration during the planning stage through to your great attention to detail and ability to read the individual audience members' participation comfort level were exceptional. The performance itself was extremely entertaining, with lots of humour, mystery and variety. Thank you for a very successful evening! You did an amazing job, and I will not hesitate to recommend your company to anyone looking for great entertainment. Thanks again for a wonderful evening!" |
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"On behalf of Elaine, myself and the entire Xerox Canada finance organization, we would like to thank you and your team for a great murder mystery performance on March 27th. The murder mystery was a big success and we received rave reviews on the professionalism of the actors. Thank you for a phenomenal performance!" |
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BigTime has entertained hundreds of thousands of people all over the world. Please contact us to book the package of your choice or let us find the one that best suits your needs. Our shows can take place any time of the day or night, any day of the year. Luncheon entertainment? Corporate events? Small private parties? No problem!
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THE CHALLENGE:
We were commissioned to supply the dinner entertainment for the 2000 NHL All-Star Reception for about 5,000 people at Toronto's Metro Trade Centre. Our largest audience previous to this show was 420 people. THE SOLUTION: Dial NHL for Murder, our 1940s "Radio Play" Interactive Theatre, which follows the adventures of a clumsy detective and a millionaire who puts all his money into an NHL expansion team. Despite only having a month to prepare, the event was a resounding success. TESTIMONIAL: "What a tremendous job you did for the NHL 2000 event! Of course, it's no less than we expected from BigTime Murder Productions..." - Carol Priest Entertainment (NHL All-Star Reception)  |
THE CHALLENGE:
Bell Canada has been one of our best clients. We have produced dozens of side-splitting Mysteries and Radio Plays for them over the years. Our challenge was to ensure that every guest enjoyed themselves regardless of how many shows they had previously attended. THE SOLUTION: We customize every show to the client's specific needs and fit all our shows to the individual audience by hilariously involving audience members as suspects, witnesses and even lawyers. We've entertained thousands of Bell guests at dozens of shows since 1992. TESTIMONIAL: "Your show made the conference a huge success. The improvisation, the jokes, the script, and the interaction was very energetic and entertaining and electrifying. Outstanding!" - Bell Canada  |
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THE CHALLENGE:
Given more than a dozen bookings from financial services company ING, we needed to find suitable entertainment for participants attending training conferences in the Toronto area. THE SOLUTION: Two of our Full Corporate Murder Mysteries, Silence of the Hams and its sequel The Codfather, provided our guests with both great team-building exercises and rollicking good evenings of entertainment after their training sessions.  |
THE CHALLENGE:
Brother International initially wanted to book us for a Full Corporate Murder Mystery but eventually contracted us to develop entertainment that would accompany a promotional campaign at trades shows in Montreal, Toronto, Calgary and Vancouver. THE SOLUTION: A Case for Colour: an adaptation of one of our already successful Full Corporate Murder Mysteries. By the end of each performance, the crime had been solved using the client's new desktop publishing and multifunction computer products. TESTIMONIAL: "The actors were great... and the cast received a standing ovation after the Vancouver show..." - Brother International  |
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THE CHALLENGE:
In February 2003, Canadian Forces Personnel Support Programs invited us halfway around the world to entertain Canadian troops stationed in the Persian Gulf. We were given limited time to prepare, could bring no more than four performers and had to travel light. THE SOLUTION: BigTime IDOL Variety Show: a "best-of" show that incorporates the funniest bits of our eleven year history into one "knock 'em down, drag 'em out" 45-minute showcase of inspired interactivity that involves 23 unsuspecting audience members. It's American Idol meets The Gong Show. TESTIMONIAL: "I wish to commend you on an outstanding performance and for the high level of professionalism you and your team displayed on the tour." - Canadian Forces PSP  |
