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Toronto's premier entertainment consultants designing unforgettable experiences for corporate events and weddings. We curate the perfect performers and craft customized entertainment solutions that transform your vision into extraordinary celebrations.
Professional entertainment for galas, conferences, holiday parties, and team building events across Toronto and Ontario
Trusted by Toronto's leading organizations:
Proven track record of excellence in Toronto corporate entertainment
Corporate Events Delivered
Repeat Corporate Clients
Average Google Rating (121 Reviews)
Years Serving Toronto Businesses
Average Quote Response Time
Cancelled Events in 12 Years
In Corporate Event Entertainment Delivered
Unlike Scarlett Entertainment, Fusion Events, GigSalad, or The Idea Hunter
We're musicians first - our core team performs at your events. Other agencies subcontract unknown talent. You get quality-controlled entertainment, not a gamble.
12+ years serving Toronto corporate events. We know every venue's quirks, every sound system, every loading dock procedure. National agencies learn on your dime.
You work directly with Anthony and our music directors. No account managers, no middlemen, no phone trees. Text us at midnight if something changes.
We design entertainment around YOUR event goals. Agencies push pre-set packages that maximize their margin, not your impact.
Our track record speaks for itself. Check our verified Google reviews - real clients, real events, real results.
From intimate executive gatherings to large-scale conferences, we deliver professional entertainment that enhances your brand and engages your audience
Full evening entertainment
4-6 hours coverage
3-5 hour events
Half-day to full-day
3-4 hours, 3-5 pieces
Full event coverage
Review Distribution by Event Type:
Corporate Galas (45 Reviews) βββββ 5.0/5
Holiday Parties (38 Reviews) βββββ 5.0/5
Conferences (22 Reviews) βββββ 5.0/5
Team Building (16 Reviews) βββββ 5.0/5
"I've been working with Anthony from the DNA Project for a number of years for all my corporate events in North America and each and every time the quality of artists, their talent and professionalism is excellent. I highly recommend The DNA Project."
β Tina Ruparel, Corporate Events
"Headlined by the incredible DNA Project entertainment company, the evening at the King Edward Hotel in Toronto was electric. With explosive performances and powerful vocals, the DNA musical ensemble lit up the historic venue, leaving the audience in awe."
β Peace Ambassadors Gala
"Amazing band!!!! Their music and voices speak for themselves. Just incredible!!!!! Great to work with, easy to communicate with - on time and always professional."
β Art of Celebrations
Zurich Insurance β’ Major Canadian Banks β’ Investment Firms
DoorDash β’ Tech Startups β’ Software Companies
Deloitte β’ Consulting Firms β’ Legal Practices
York University β’ Toronto Educational Institutions
Marriott β’ Major Hotel Chains β’ Luxury Venues
Canadian Marketing Association β’ Peace Ambassadors β’ Charitable Organizations
Plus 500+ other leading organizations across Toronto and Ontario
β Load-in/load-out scheduling
β Technical rider coordination
β Union compliance (if applicable)
β Venue sound system integration
β Backup power solutions
β Noise restriction management
β Downtown Toronto parking & access logistics
Everything you need to know about booking corporate entertainment in Toronto
Corporate event entertainment in Toronto ranges from $1,500-$18,000+ depending on type and scale. Corporate DJs cost $1,500-$3,000, live bands $3,000-$9,600, and full production galas with premium bands $8,000-$18,000+. Background entertainment for cocktail receptions ranges $1,800-$4,800. Most companies budget 8-12% of total event budget for entertainment. Pricing varies based on event duration, guest count, equipment needs, and entertainment complexity.
Book corporate entertainment 3-6 months in advance for conferences and galas, and 2-3 months ahead for smaller events. Peak corporate season (September-December for holiday parties, March-June for conferences) requires longer lead times of 6-12 months. Last-minute bookings within 4-6 weeks are sometimes possible for off-season or weekday events, but premium entertainers often have limited availability on short notice.
Corporate galas typically combine multiple entertainment elements: background music during reception (jazz trio or string quartet), professional DJ or live band for dancing, and optional specialty acts. Full bands with 5-10 pieces create energy for dancing while maintaining professional presentation. Consider your audience demographics, event formality, venue acoustics, and program flow. Many successful galas use cocktail jazz, dinner background music, then transition to high-energy dancing entertainment.
Absolutely. Professional entertainers customize presentations to align with your brand and messaging. This includes incorporating company colors in lighting design, learning company anthems or theme songs, coordinating with event themes, professional attire matching your brand standards, and seamless integration with presentations and speeches. Discuss branding requirements during consultation to ensure entertainment enhances rather than distracts from your corporate message and event objectives.
Professional packages include: all sound equipment and PA systems, wireless microphones for presentations and speeches, professional lighting, music consultation and event timeline coordination, setup and breakdown, liability insurance, and backup equipment. Premium packages may include custom lighting design, video integration, multiple performance areas, extended hours, or additional musicians. Technical riders specify power requirements, space needs, and load-in timing. Always confirm inclusions and any additional fees.
Multi-day conferences typically require varied entertainment: background music during registration and breaks, energetic entertainment for opening/closing receptions, and optional evening entertainment. Professional companies can coordinate full conference entertainment including different performers for each segment, consistent quality across all days, venue coordination, and seamless transitions between program elements. Discuss complete conference scope including all events, venues, and timing to create comprehensive entertainment plan within budget.
Professional contracts specify change policies including notice requirements and potential fees. Typically, changes made 90+ days before events incur no fees. Changes 60-90 days out may involve partial fees or rebooking fees. Changes within 60 days often have more significant costs as performers may have declined other bookings. Date changes are subject to performer availability. Always discuss change policies before signing contracts and communicate changes as early as possible.
Yes, established entertainment companies can coordinate performers for events outside Toronto including other Canadian cities and international locations. This involves additional logistics like travel coordination, equipment rental in destination cities, local permits and regulations, and backup plans. International bookings typically require 6-12 months notice and involve travel fees, accommodation, and per diem costs. Discuss international requirements early in planning to ensure feasibility and accurate budgeting.
Toronto corporate events often have stricter venue load-in schedules, noise restrictions, and union requirements at major hotels and convention centers. Professional Toronto entertainers understand downtown parking logistics, venue insurance requirements, and coordinate with venue AV teams. Toronto's multicultural corporate landscape means entertainers should be experienced with diverse audiences and cultural considerations. Established Toronto companies have relationships with major venues (Westin Harbour Castle, Omni King Edward, Metro Convention Centre) ensuring smooth execution.
Unlike large agencies that subcontract talent to unknown performers, our core team performs at your events. We're Toronto-based with 12+ years of local experience, meaning we know every venue intimately. You work directly with our music director (no middlemen or account managers), and we create fully customized solutions rather than pushing pre-set packages. Our 1,000+ events with a 5.0-star rating and zero cancellations speaks to our reliability and quality.
Aggregator platforms connect you with random marketplace performers with no quality control. You're essentially rolling the dice on who shows up. We personally vet and quality-control every performance because we perform at your events. Aggregators also can't provide the Toronto-specific venue knowledge, relationship with venues, or coordination expertise we offer. When your corporate reputation is on the line, you need proven professionals, not a marketplace gamble.
Toronto corporate events often have stricter venue load-in schedules, noise restrictions, and union requirements at major hotels and convention centers. Professional Toronto entertainers understand downtown parking logistics, venue insurance requirements, and coordinate with venue AV teams. Toronto's multicultural corporate landscape means entertainers should be experienced with diverse audiences and cultural considerations. We have established relationships with major venues (Westin Harbour Castle, Omni King Edward, Metro Convention Centre) ensuring smooth execution that out-of-town companies can't match.
Yes, we carry comprehensive liability insurance with $2M coverage minimum, which is standard for corporate events at major Toronto venues. We can provide certificates of insurance naming your company and venue as additional insured parties. Our insurance covers equipment damage, personal injury, and property damage. Most Toronto corporate venues (like the King Edward, Westin Harbour Castle, convention centers) require this coverage, and we're already compliant with their requirements.
Yes, we often accommodate last-minute bookings within 2-4 weeks for weekday events or off-season dates. While we recommend 3-6 months advance booking for peak season (September-December, March-June), our extensive network of professional musicians means we can usually find quality entertainment on shorter notice. Contact us immediately for urgent needs - we'll do everything possible to help, though premium entertainment options may be limited on very short notice.
We provide corporate event entertainment across Toronto, Mississauga, Vaughan, Markham, Richmond Hill, Oakville, Burlington, Brampton, Ajax, Pickering, Whitby, Oshawa, and throughout the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) and Southern Ontario.
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