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The Great Surprisal
- Edmonds, WA
- Corporate Entertainment
- Travels nationwide
- Contact for rates
Overview
Hire The Great Surprisal for 3 great reasons:
1. We will throw a party, host a party, and yes, we just might crash your party!
2. Team building, living statues, singing telegrams, event hosts and celebrity impersonators, murder mystery dinner theatre, kids entertainment and more!
3. We deliver one-of-a-kind entertainment that is customized to match your vision and event theme.
The Great Surprisal, a full service entertainment design company is based in the Seattle area. We travel near or far and work with you to design the perfect entertainment experience for all ages.
36 Reviews
Wonderful costumes, and perfect dancers. Worked perfectly with our other performers!
Corporate Entertainment
Response from The Great Surprisal:
Thank you Traci! We had a blast at your event and we look forward to collaborating again soon.
Amelia was very personable and authentic. Song selections were great! My one thought is: bring a better portable soundtrack device to sing with.
Many Thanks to you Amelia!
We recently had a carnival themed party and they were the star of the show. Entertained 60 kids for 2 hours. I would highly recommend.
The presentation delighted our group and the words of the song touched the heart of the Birthday Girl. We were all so pleased and grateful that The Great Surprise was available for us. I could not recommend them more highly. Not only are they clever, they are a pleasure to work with. They definitely are AAAAA.
Costumed Character, Singing Telegram
Response from The Great Surprisal:
Thank you for the opportunity and the wonderful collaboration Joan! So great to meet you in person and celebrate Beatles style with your family!
So grateful I found the great surprisal! They were flexible and creative, they definitely made a casual birthday dinner into something unforgettable.
Singing Telegram
Response from The Great Surprisal:
Thank you Allison! Loved the collaboration and look forward to next time.
We had a blast surprising our loved one with a Marilyn Monroe impersonator for his birthday! Very entertaining!
Marilyn Monroe Impersonator
Response from The Great Surprisal:
Thank you so much Francie for the great review! Marilyn already misses you! XOXO
Amelia was fantastic, she worked with me and created the perfect 80th birthday surprise. Music and outfit was great, she had the whole restaurant engaged!
Singing Telegram
She Is so talented and fast. I highly recommend her. Everyone loved her work and personality.
Balloon Twister, Body Painter
Response from The Great Surprisal:
Thank you for the 5 star review and thank you for the opportunity to celebrate with your friends and family. I look forward to next time!
She brighten my daughter's 6th birthday party. Thank you! Kids loved her arts.
Balloon Twister, Face Painter
Funny custom song that got everyone energized
Singing Telegram
Response from The Great Surprisal:
Thank you for the 5-star review Greg! It was a blast surprising your friends for their engagement.
Amelia was fantastic. Her mime performance was a huge hit with our guests. I would highly recommend.
Mime
Amelia was great! She arrived in a timely manner and was very friendly. Children and adults alike really enjoyed their balloon creations.
Great time had by all!
Balloon Twister
Response from The Great Surprisal:
Thank you for inviting us to celebrate the weekend with your guests!
It was a great experience and my daughter met was so surprised when she saw a unicorn arrive!!!! Great energy and very flexible. Even got the adults to want to participate as the face paintings were so awesome. The kids had blast being creative on their choices. The balloon twisting had all the kids raving. All around awesome and would recommend to all! My daughter told me “this was the best birthday ever dad” Winnning! Woot woot!
Balloon Twister, Costumed Character, Face Painter
Response from The Great Surprisal:
Thanks Josh! Had a great time with all your guests. We look forward to another collaboration soon. Perhaps a party bus scavenger hunt?!...
We had a big Easter turnout for our 1st event since Covid 19. She came dressed as a bunny, painted faces, hands and did balloon art! Amazing talent for just 1 person to take on such a big event! Thank you!!
Balloon Twister, Face Painter
Response from The Great Surprisal:
Thank you for your review Autumn. You planned a fun and successful event and I was honored to help the families celebrate after such a long hiatus. Looking forward to next time!
Mary Poppins arrived on time and with a big bag full of tricks for my daughters birthday party. She was in character the entire time and was absolutely wonderful with the kids. To say my daughter was mesmerized is an understatement.
Amelia is a total Pro all the way! Booked her for my mother's 79yo birthday in Sequim Wa. She arrived and put a smile on my mom's face immediately. Sang personalized songs and was the highlight of my mother's day! Booking Amelia is a slam dunk and I will absolutely be using her again. Can't go wrong:. A true professional performer!
Singing Telegram
Response from The Great Surprisal:
Thank you for your review Kurt! I had such a blast and your mom even sang along with the lyric sheet I provided. She wants to work with us again to surprise her neighbors. Thanks for the opportunity! Such a special experience.
Amelia was fantastic! We have a dog waste management business and I wanted to give my assistant something fun for her Birthday as she is going through a rough time personally. Amelia latched right onto what I was thinking, showed up in a dog onesie and even made up her mask to look dog-ish. She was Penelope the Puppy for our visit! I requested he sing "Yo Diggety", but say "Yo Doggety". She went above and beyond and wrote her own version of the song, which was great, and printed a copy for us to keep. Amelia had incredible energy and made this experience so much more fun than I could have expected! The Birthday girl now has a memory that she will never expect and this completely made her day very special.
Such a great surprise. The custom song is the way to go!
Pop Singer
Response from The Great Surprisal:
Thanks Masha! Look forward to next time!
She was an amazing big foot!!! We would hire again in a heartbeat!
Historical Character
Response from The Great Surprisal:
Thank you for hiring our Bigfoot Chrissy! Was a pleasure to make your son's dream come true!
A ninja delivered the Happy Birthday message with great flair and made it fun for all, even teaching the birthday boy a few ninja moves. The gift of entertainment was all I’d hoped for. Thanks Ninja!!
Costumed Character, Singing Telegram
Response from The Great Surprisal:
Thank you Trinka! Had a blast surprising the birthday boy with my ninjagram specialty!
Amelia was a great performer and totally made my brother's pandemic 40th a hit. She was easy to work with, very thoughtful and nice as we coordinated as well. I highly recommend her!
Amelia took care of all the details, down to thoughtful gifts for the recipient. She communicated the whole process and provided a hilarious experience for my friend. The process was seamless and I would do again in a minute, especially since my event was last minute. Hands down a must if you want a hilarious surprise!
10 out of 10, would book again!
Amelia was very prompt, professional and kind with her communication and our bad Santa was a riot!
Santa Claus
Response from The Great Surprisal:
Thank you for the 5-star review Jordan! Our Bad Santa had a blast entertaining your guests and we appreciate the unique opportunity. Your concept and plan for the evening were brilliant--kudos to you!
Showed up on-time, ready to go, with a great, dry sense of humor. Residents loved her. Thank you Amelia.
Balloon Twister
Response from The Great Surprisal:
Thank you Kat! What a fabulous event you put on and thanks to your residents for embracing their inner kid!
Freddie Mercury visited my 85-year old mother who broke her hip and wrist. It was right before Christmas and it really brightened up a difficult situation for my mom. Plus, I think it cheered a lot of other people up who came to see what all the commotion was about. And it upped my mom's coolness status with her fellow inmates. Not everyone gets a Singing Telegram for Christmas. Thanks very much to the Great Surprisal for a fabulous happening.
Pop Singer, Singing Telegram
Response from The Great Surprisal:
Thank you for the stellar review Roberta! It was such an honor and sweet privilege to surprise your mom during the holidays. If she ever needs her coolness status upgraded in the future, you know who to call!
Santa arrived to a surprised group of 46 children. He sat for pictures with each child, asking questions and making cute comments about names, attire and their questions to him. Even the ‘criers’ were handled well. Following pictures and handing out small gifts Santa went to each classroom to read a story which was well received. We will definitely be booking again - thank you Santa!
Santa Claus
Response from The Great Surprisal:
Hi Debra, thank you so much for the great review! We are so happy the kids enjoyed Santa. Keep us in mind for other entertainment throughout the year. Happy holidays!
Amelia and The Great Surprisal Team
everything was wonderful Hazel had a great time!
Singing Telegram
Response from The Great Surprisal:
Hi Che,
Thanks so much for taking the time to review our Singing Telegram service! It was such an honor to celebrate with Hazel. We look forward to surprising your residents again in the near future.
Amelia, Emmanuel, and Santa made sure our house party was a great success! I was going to take a “go it alone” approach as I had in previous years, but the day before the party, Amelia agreed to help out. Santa was a big hit and for once, I truly enjoyed my own party. Thank you so much!
Santa Claus
Response from The Great Surprisal:
Sherrie, thank you for the thoughtful review! We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves and are so pleased that you were able to enjoy your party too! You have an outstanding group of family and friends. We look forward to working with you again!
Kids LOVEDDDD! Super fun! Would book again! Thanks Amelia!
Balloon Twister
Response from The Great Surprisal:
Thanks for hiring us Gina! The kids were great, creative and even helped me make a couple balloon animals! Hope to see you again next year, if not sooner. Cheers!
We had a room full of 12 screaming 7 year olds when the Bumblebee arrived. All attention went right to her. She did an amazing job face painting and interacting with the children. Very talented and skilled painter. The kids were thrilled.
Face Painter
Response from The Great Surprisal:
Your party was a blast, screaming girls included! Passed out so many business cards to those little ladies we may meet again at another screaming party. Thanks for the opportunity and great review!
Amelia is the best singing telegram artist in the Pacific Northwest! Started with sending a signed contract to renting a bonnet for her costume she was always most professional and meticulous. She moved people with her singing and reading!
Costumed Character
Response from The Great Surprisal:
Thank you Mahim for the opportunity to be your Singing Telegram! Your wife was indeed surprisaled, as she told me post telegram delivery. Looking forward to the next surprisal, perhaps FOR you instead of from you! You never know... =)
I asked for humor and embarrassing fun and she provided all and more made my fiances birthday at work way more fun and memorable!!!
Thanks sooo much!!
Costumed Character, Singing Telegram
Response from The Great Surprisal:
Being a ninja in the middle of a big store was fantastic! Thanks for the opportunity to embarrass and entertain your fiance!
Amelia was awesome, I pitched her an birthday idea for my woman and she ran with it, with great SUCCESS. I mean, who does Backstreet Boys choreography, that would make Justin Timberlake look like HER backup dancer ?
Costumed Character, Singing Telegram
Response from The Great Surprisal:
This was one of the most fun telegrams to date! Thanks for your creativity and flexibility in orchestrating this for your girlfriend. Would love to see the video!
Amelia was awesome with communication and professionalism. She initiated the contact to follow up with the event and did a day before the party. She came in early, well prepared and was even flexible to accommodate the children's request with face paint design. She was a big hit in the party and I never saw her area empty with kids. I absolutely love her and recommended her to my friends and family. I might use her again for another birthday party!
Costumed Character, Face Painter
Response from The Great Surprisal:
Thanks Fayee! Your party was great and I loved the nautical theme. The kids were so creative with their face painting ideas, it was a fun challenge to create what they described. You were a great client and I would be happy to work with you and your family again.
I am living overseas and wanted to do something special for my moms retirement party, well the singing telegram was the perfect thing! Communication with Amelia was quick and easy. She had some great ideas about making the performance as special as possible. Would book with her again!
Singing Telegram
Response from The Great Surprisal:
Thank you for the great review! The party was great and the guests jumped right into the spontaneous group selfie. Jokes were many and laughter aplenty!
Booking Info
Price Range: Contact for rates
Gig Length: 10 - 120 minutes
Languages: English, German, Italian, Malay, Spanish
Insurance: $1,000,000 - Commercial General Liability
Unions: IATSE Local 15 Stagehand Union
What to Expect
Every event requires unique attention to themes, atmosphere and of course, personality. The Great Surprisal caters to whatever you desire whether it be a Singing Telegram or face painting for your child's birthday. As soon as you inquire for a service, you will be able to consult on services via email and phone. You can be in control of how and when the service is orchestrated or let us manage everything to alleviate stress. We provide free ideas and inspiration to insure your event is just the way you want it.
About
The Great Surprisal specializes in unforgettable moments for you, your guests and loved ones so you can all say "That was the most amazing time of my life!" Encouraging celebration at any moment, The Great Surprisal is the Pacific Northwest's headquarters for entertainment design. Whatever the occasion, The Great Surprisal will design an experience that is never-before-seen and unforgettably impressive!
Some unique and timeless experiences The Great Surprisal has created:
*A treasure hunt across Seattle for blind-folded party guests in a limo accompanied by a custom-designed soundtrack. Clues led them to a bonfire for roasting marshmallows, a playground, a deserted parking lot where they had to perform a field sobriety test and finally (still blind-folded), were directed to finger-paint self-portraits. Finally, a surprise performance by "Jo Caulker" wrapped up the evening along with homemade carrot cake and more party guests!
*A ninja telegram delivered to a place of business that included a Radio Flyer wagon, origami throwing stars, balloons, 6 bouquets of flowers and two flavors of Teddy Grahams.
*A murder mystery monster ball that included a monster drawing contest, brain eating, a dominatrix and bloody drinks.
*Themed character entertainment for a Prohibition Speakeasy, complete with Vintage Candy Servers, Charlie Chaplin and a live 1920's band!
*A "Round Clown" birthday party that created custom costumes onsite, face painting, round snacks and desserts, the game Twister, a round piñata, limbo and of course a dance contest.
*A wedding reception held in an abandoned building with themed murals, a custom fabric ceiling, catered food, and live music.
Additional Booking Notes
The Great Surprisal can help you get lighting, staging and technical needs for any style of event. Just ask!
Past Booked Events
December 28, 2023 • 6:00pm - 6:15pm | Anniversary Party |
July 23, 2023 • 10:30am - 12:00pm | Children’s Birthday Party |
June 02, 2023 • 5:00pm - 8:00pm | Nonprofit Event |
May 27, 2023 • 2:30pm - 4:30pm | Children’s Birthday Party |
May 19, 2023 • 12:00pm - 12:15pm | Birthday Party |
April 24, 2023 • 12:30pm - 12:45pm | Birthday Party |
April 16, 2023 • 1:00pm - 5:00pm | Easter Party |
March 05, 2023 • 7:30pm - 7:45pm | Birthday Party |
March 01, 2023 • 11:00am - 11:15am | Birthday Party |
February 15, 2023 • 10:00am - 10:15am | Surprise |
December 30, 2022 • 5:30pm - 6:00pm | Birthday Party |
September 23, 2022 • 5:30pm - 5:45pm | Birthday Party |
September 10, 2022 • 3:30pm - 5:00pm | Children’s Birthday Party |
August 27, 2022 • 4:00pm - 5:00pm | Children’s Birthday Party |
August 21, 2022 • 12:00pm - 2:00pm | Children’s Birthday Party |
August 20, 2022 • 6:00pm - 6:15pm | Anniversary Party |
August 02, 2022 • 6:30pm - 7:30pm | Nonprofit Event |
July 16, 2022 • 11:00am - 3:00pm | Nonprofit Event |
July 14, 2022 • 4:30pm - 5:15pm | Cocktail Party |
June 18, 2022 • 1:00pm - 2:30pm | Children’s Birthday Party |
June 07, 2022 • 6:00pm - 6:15pm | Birthday Party |
May 28, 2022 • 12:30pm - 5:00pm | Restaurant/Bar Event |
May 22, 2022 • 12:00pm - 2:00pm | Children’s Birthday Party |
April 30, 2022 • 1:00pm - 3:00pm | Children’s Birthday Party |
April 10, 2022 • 12:00pm - 2:00pm | Easter Party |
April 03, 2022 • 2:00pm - 3:30pm | Children’s Birthday Party |
March 30, 2022 • 12:00pm - 12:15pm | Birthday Party |
February 14, 2022 • 6:00pm - 6:15pm | Surprise |
December 24, 2021 • 6:00pm - 6:15pm | Birthday Party |
October 26, 2021 • 2:00pm - 2:15pm | Birthday Party |
October 02, 2021 • 5:30pm - 7:00pm | Children’s Birthday Party |
September 18, 2021 • 4:00pm - 5:30pm | Children’s Birthday Party |
July 05, 2021 • 7:00pm - 7:15pm | Birthday Party |
April 24, 2021 • 6:00pm - 6:15pm | Surprise |
March 27, 2021 • 2:00pm - 3:30pm | Children’s Birthday Party |
February 18, 2021 • 5:00pm - 5:15pm | Birthday Party |
December 16, 2020 • 4:30pm - 6:30pm | Restaurant/Bar Event |
November 02, 2020 • 11:00am - 11:15am | Surprise |
July 14, 2020 • 3:00pm - 3:15pm | Surprise |
May 08, 2020 • 4:00pm - 4:15pm | Birthday Party |
February 15, 2020 • 12:30pm - 1:00pm | Personal Occasion |
January 18, 2020 • 7:00pm - 9:00pm | Children's Birthday Party |
December 20, 2019 • 6:00pm - 7:30pm | Children's Birthday Party |
December 16, 2019 • 6:30pm - 10:30pm | Cocktail Party |
October 31, 2019 • 12:30pm - 1:00pm | Corporate Event |
October 02, 2019 • 12:00pm - 12:15pm | Birthday Party |
September 07, 2019 • 5:00pm - 7:00pm | Dinner Party |
August 24, 2019 • 12:00pm - 2:00pm | Nonprofit Event |
March 24, 2019 • 12:00pm - 1:00pm | Retirement Party |
January 25, 2019 • 12:00pm - 12:15pm | Retirement Party |
December 25, 2018 • 4:00pm - 4:15pm | Personal Occasion |
December 21, 2018 • 10:00am - 11:30am | Christmas Party |
November 11, 2018 • 5:30pm - 6:00pm | Birthday Party |
May 31, 2018 • 2:00pm - 2:45pm | Birthday Party |
May 04, 2018 • 8:30pm - 9:00pm | Birthday Party |
April 02, 2018 • 12:30pm - 12:45pm | Birthday Party |
December 20, 2017 • 12:30pm - 1:30pm | Corporate Event |
December 19, 2017 • 6:30pm - 7:30pm | Christmas Party |
December 16, 2017 • 6:30pm - 7:15pm | Christmas Party |
August 19, 2017 • 2:30pm - 3:30pm | Birthday (Adult) |
March 26, 2017 • 3:30pm - 4:30pm | Birthday (Child) |
December 17, 2016 • 7:30pm - 9:30pm | Cocktail Party |
December 14, 2016 • 4:00pm - 7:00pm | Holiday Party (Christmas) |
December 18, 2015 • 6:00pm - 10:00pm | Holiday Party (Christmas) |
October 17, 2015 • 10:30am - 1:30pm | Birthday (Child) |
October 09, 2015 • 4:00pm - 7:00pm | Birthday (Child) |
August 02, 2015 • 9:00am - 9:15am | Birthday (Adult) |
June 25, 2015 • 10:00am - 10:15am | Birthday (Adult) |
May 30, 2015 • 10:30am - 1:00pm | Birthday (Child) |
April 30, 2015–May 01, 2015 • 3:00pm - 12:00am | Cocktail Party |
Set List
Happy Birthday
Happy Anniversary
L-O-V-E
Everybody
I Feel Pretty
If The Stars Were Mine
You Are My Sunshine
Let It Go
Part of Your World
A Whole New World
Hakuna Matata
I Will Always Love You
We Belong to The Night
Heartbreaker
Influences & Inspiration
Lucille Ball, Charlie Chaplin, Buster Keaton, Amelia Bedelia, Whitney Houston, James Brown, Michael Jackson, Madonna, Joe Cocker, Roseanne Barr, Saturday Night Live, In Living Color, The Real Housewives of New Jersey, The Conciliation Project, Augusto Boal, Totoro, Monty Python, ninjas, street performers, living statues, clowns, cooking shows, The Wizard of Oz, Frozen, Little Shop of Horrors, Quentin Tarantino
Setup Requirements
Oftentimes, we don't need anything for a simple telegram or costumed character. At the time of booking, we are sure to clarify everyone's needs to insure a great event!