Thank you to the entire team at Spotlight for doing a fantastic job on our son's bar mitzvah. This is actually the second time we have used them, as they did the same for our older children a few years ago. This time DJ Swizz was awesome. Everybody told us how much they enjoyed the party and how he brought the greatest energy. He and Joel and the entire team were so easy to work with. We would highly recommend them and would use them in the future. read more

I cannot say enough wonderful things about Spotlight LA! We just celebrated our son's Bar Mitzvah, and the entire team made the event absolutely unforgettable. Our guests are continuing to gush about the Spotlight team! Swizz was our MC and he was unbelievable, truly a Master of Ceremonies. From the moment the party started, he kept the energy high and the dance floor packed the entire time. The boys were constantly engaged between games, prizes, dancing, and nonstop fun. Swizz brought so much energy, humor, and heart to the event and did an incredible job making sure everything flowed perfectly. Andrew was our DJ, and the music and sound quality were incredibly professional. The music was timed and played in the perfect sequence throughout the night, with every moment flowing seamlessly into the next. It truly felt like the entire event was thoughtfully curated from start to finish. Eden, our additional dancer, was fantastic as well. She was so kind and patient with the younger kids who were a little shy at first, and she had an amazing way of getting them comfortable and excited to join the dance floor. What really stood out is how Swizz made everyone feel included, from grandparents all the way down to toddlers. The whole room felt the energy and gravitated to him. Swizz is a star! Joel was also absolutely wonderful to work with. From the very beginning of the planning process, he felt like a true partner and consultant. He was thoughtful, responsive, and made sure every detail was handled. I truly felt taken care of throughout the entire process. His customer service is stellar. If you're looking for a DJ and entertainment company for a Bar/Bat Mitzvah that will keep guests of all ages engaged and the dance floor full, Spotlight LA is the team you want. Highly, highly recommend! read more

I wasn't sure if my backyard could handle the kind of energy Joel brought--but he pulled it off. He had everyone up and dancing, and somehow managed to keep the momentum all night long. The man has a sixth sense for knowing exactly when to drop the right track and what to say when he is on the mic. He leaned into the theme of my 40th birthday party and solicited some great stories from my friends. On top of that, Joel organized and coordinated some top-tier drinking games--including an epic 13 vs. 13 flip cup showdown (best of 7) that will be talked about for decades. He was energetic, engaging, and made turning 40 feel like turning 25 (but with better food and a slightly slower recovery). If you want a DJ who brings the party and keeps the neighbors peeking over the fence wishing they were invited, Joel's your guy. Highly recommend--just make sure you've got a recovery day afterward! read more

We couldn't have asked for a better team to bring our daughter's Bat Mitzvah to life. Joel (MC), DJ Lil' Jon and Bar (dancer) were absolutely phenomenal from start to finish. The team kept the perfect energy all night, every song was spot-on, and the dance floor stayed packed. Joel was warm, engaging, and knew exactly how to hype the crowd. He worked great with our vendors and kept the night running smoothly. Our guests are still talking about how much fun they had. Working with SpotlightLA to prepare for then night was also a great experience. Joel heard what we wanted, gave us great guidance, wasn't pushy and was readily available to answer questions through the planning process. If you're looking for a team who will make your event unforgettable, look no further. Highly recommended! read more

Rude dj. He was rude and obnoxious. Do not know how he is with kids when he can't speak professionally to adults!

SpotlightLA DJ Johnny and MC Seth were incredible! They had everyone dancing all night! It was for a Bnai Mitzvah with 120 people! Mostly teens! The kids kept saying it was the best party ever! read more

This has to be the rudest individual I've encountered in a very long time. He ignored requests to comply with the rules of the venue. He announced that his needs superseded those of everyone else used foul language. I don't care how talented his djing might be, I would never hire him for anything. read more

Rude and very disrespectful. Does not follow directions. Horrible example for children.

Another great experience with Spotlight! DJ Seth and team made sure our son's bar mitzvah party was engaging, fun, and high-energy! Several guests told us that they'd never seen a more on-point, crowd-rousing MC. We are so grateful to Joel, Seth, and the Spotlight team! read more

Working with Joel at SpotlightLA was a breeze! He helped work with our very very short timeline and nearly impossible budget to make sure that we had a DJ who would make our tenth wedding anniversary party more memorable than we had ever imagined! We had Drew as our DJ and loved the mix of songs he put together -- he totally fulfilled our requests and even threw in some amazing surprises. All of our friends in attendance -- who have small children like us and never go out any more -- all felt transported back to a time when we were younger, cooler, and had working knees :D We can't wait to hire SpotlightLA again some day! read more

Seth was our DJ for my daughter's bat mitzvah. It was simply exceptional. I was impressed by this company overall. Joel was also very professional and reassuring. Seth had such an engaging personality who kept the energy going all the way through the very end. Their level of organization and communication was top-notch. Every detail flowed according to plan. If you want seamless fun for your guests of all ages, hire these pros. I will definitely use them again for the next one! Thank you SpotlightLA! read more

Made my son's bar mitzvah super fun, with lots of games and got the kids dancing. We loved Seth, who held a super detailed pre-planning meeting, followed by enough flexibility at the event to keep playing a particular genre of songs when the crowd hit the dance floor enthusiastically. Company also gave great advice about other aspects of the party and checked in with me periodically. Highly recommend them. If we had another kid, we would 100% hire them again. Maybe for the wedding in 20 years, LOL. read more

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Unbridled Joy This was my second time planning a Bar/Bat Mitzvah and we used SpotlightLA this time. The first party I planned, my daughter's Bat Mitzvah, I used a different DJ company and they were extremely pushy. That pushy DJ company threw a great party, but everything had to be done their way. I had none of that nonsense with SpotlightLA. SpotlightLA wants to make you happy, and they try hard to tailor everything to you (and your budget). I originally tried to hire SpotlightLA for my daughter's Bat Mitzvah in 2022, but Joel Macht had to turn me down because they were SOLIDLY booked for our date. Nevertheless, I remembered how impressed I was at the time that Joel not only took the time to call me back, though he knew he was booked for the weekend I needed, but also, in spite of his busy schedule, spent his precious spare time giving me friendly advice (it was good advice, too). So, when my son's Bar Mitzvah got scheduled for 2024, the first call I made was to SpotlightLA, and boy am I glad I did! SpotlightLA starts out by exploring what your kid's hopes and dreams for the perfect party are, and then they make those dreams come true. Joel talked to me for over an hour, asking about my preferences and then chose Seth for our MC. Over the course of several meetings, Seth talked to my son and figured out what I DIDN'T KNOW, which was that my son didn't want to dance at his party (though he's really quite good at dancing). Seth planned us a party around games, instead of dancing, giving us tons of fun gaming options from which to choose. We wrapped people in toilet paper, stuffed people's shirts with balloons, turned ourselves into human game buzzers for trivia challenges, and had the best time ever. In fact, the most common comment I had from my guests was "I loved your DJ team," and what a team they were too! Great dancers, a fabulous DJ (Chris), and a terrific MC (Seth)! Chris had no problem taking a Spotify playlist from me for our cocktail hour; Chris had no ego wrapped up in my choosing the songs for that cocktail hour--he just worked to get me what I wanted. Seth was the ultimate MC! First, and this might not sound that difficult, but I assure you it's a big deal---he ALWAYS called me back when I had an issue and LISTENED. Plus, Seth was so considerate he even took on the job of negotiating with the hotel to get the event room setup I wanted and needed, so I didn't have to fight that fight! The dancers, too, were not above helping out with extra stuff---they had no problem handing out toys and candy and sunglasses and t-shirts and whatever for me when they weren't dancing or helping with the games. In a nutshell, SpotlightLA comprises a bunch of cool, considerate, cheerful people whose ultimate goal is to see you, your kid, and your guests happy. And we were. We were SO happy--unbridled joy. read more

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Team Joel and Seth for the win! We recently used Spotlight for our daughter's Bat Mitzvah for both DJ, MC, and Photo Booth services. They met with us in depth and worked with us every step of the way to have a fun party and customize it to my daughters/needs wants while still throwing a great party for the guests. I spent probably an initial hour+ with owner Joel in a prelim discussion before booking. With MC Seth we had an initial 2+ hour planning sessions and then follow up calls as well. I probably drove them crazy with a move from outside to inside 72 hours before the event due to heat, specifics on my montage display, minimal dancing to party atmosphere etc and they rolled with every challenge. We had a smallish party by LA standards (70 people), but MC Seth kept everyone having fun and engaged. My daughter even wanted non-traditional games, so MC seth brought out Macho Man and even an Eifell tower version of mummy wrap to fit the Paris theme. Great company and great event. Highly recommend. read more

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We had an amazing experience with Joel and his team for our daughter's party this weekend! We worked directly with Joel to set everything up, get it coordinated perfectly and it was executed flawlessly! Every guest was so impressed by the energy that Joel's team brought and had the best time. Joel kept my husband and I informed and prepared for what was coming up next and when to expect things throughout our event, which was so reassuring and helpful. The kids and adults both had an amazing time, their team kept the event rolling and people on the dance floor for the whole event. I couldn't recommend them more and I can't wait to book more events with them in the future. read more

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Joel and Seth are both just amazing. They met with us IN DEPTH to talk through our interests, our goals for the event, and everything. They followed up regularly and really worked with us to make the day super special. They kept everyone dancing and having a great time all night. Also, probably the best part is that they can do all the things, really cutting down on vendor coordination. We had them do lights, karaoke, photobooth, and DJ. Highly recommend! read more

If you want to have a party to remember and that people will be talking about every time they see you then spotlight LA is who you need. Seth and his team are amazing! So many people said it was the best Bat mitzvah they've ever been too. We will definitely use this company again in the future! We had so much fun! read more

I'm a former bar/bat mitzvah DJ and I strongly, strongly, strongly recommend Spotlight LA! The Spotlight LA team made my daughter's bat mitzvah THE event of the season! Joel Macht was a tremendous partner for nearly six months in planning for the party - talking through their various offerings and packages and finding the right combination to meet our need and budget. Seth Breton, our MC, worked with us to build the party flow to meet our needs, not just fit in a cookie-cutter model. Our on-site team - MC Seth, DJ Jonny, VJ Andrew and Dancer Chris - was beyond incredible. Countless guests commented after the party that the DJ team was perfect. Of all the vendors we engaged for this event, Joel and his team were the most attentive, the most collaborative, and the most fun. I know they are juggling lots of events but they always made me feel that ours was the only one that mattered. Can't wait to work with them again! read more

Working with SpotlightLA was a joy from start to finish. I was looking for an entertainment company that didn't just do a few Bar/Bat Mitzvahs a year. I was looking for a Bar Mitzvah expert who could run the flow of the party and include all of the elements that mattered to my family. With Joel and his team I found that and more. Joel was much more than our MC, he was a partner in figuring out how to get everything "just right". And it showed. My guests were raving about how much fun they had. Thank you SpotlightLA! read more

My family had the most positive experience having SpotlightLA as our DJ company for my daughter's Bat Mitzvah! Joel, the MC, was incredibly personable and enthusiastic, and he took the time to work with us to plan out the best party for my family. The communication from the first phone call through to the days leading up to the party was top notch, and I was never left guessing as to what to expect along the way. From the beginning to the end of the party, MC Joel, DJ Seth, and the rest of the team (Swizz, Bar, and Harrison) were very attentive to all the people and made sure there was engagement, and that people were happy and having fun. Joel also knew how to navigate and resolve any minor hiccups along the way which made them unnoticeable and non-existent. DJ Seth played upbeat music that represented the group, and Swizz and Bar made sure that everyone was dancing and had their light up accessories. When not eating, there were always people having fun on the dance floor, and the kids also thoroughly enjoyed the games!! We had an amazing uplifting and caring team. And we can't forget the photo booth. I've never seen people have that much fun at a photo booth before, and it was nice to get all those digital photos after the party! For the rest of the week the guests were raving about how much fun they had at the Bat Mitzvah. My family had a great time! Thank you SpotlightLA!! read more

Joel and Seth truly made our daughter's bat mitzvah party (last weekend) an amazing experience! Their overall presence, energy, positivity, playfulness and professionalism was beyond what we imagined. Can't thank them enough - their team is so awesome - all our guests had such an amazing time and that's truly what we hoped for. Everyone was raving about Seth and DJ Johnny. Also, the amount of time they spent in advance of the magical night was beyond helpful. Highly recommend them without any reservation. Thanks again! read more

The weekend was incredible and the our party exceeded our vision. We enjoyed every moment and heard the same from our guests. First Joel got us all set up with the package that worked best for our event. Then, Seth walked us through the event, planning out timeline and other details with tremendous professionalism and warmth. At our event, DJ Johnny, our dancers and Seth worked together to keep our guests on their feet and participating in the fun. From our large group of teenagers to our seniors, all had a blast playing games and dancing. read more

Thank you SpotlightLA for an amazing night of celebration. All our guests had an absolute blast all night long - whether dancing, playing games, or just keeping energy high. Joel was great throughout our planning process while Rocky, Jon and their crew brought the energy and fun all night long at the Bat Mitzvah celebration. Thanks again for a memorable night. read more

SpotlightLA is not just a DJ, they are a full-service party service. Music, lights, video, custom graphics, MC services, run of show - they do it all. We have used them twice and would gladly use them again. If you are looking for someone to help give your event structure, style and fun - look no further! All you have to do is show up and enjoy yourself! A+ read more

We had the absolute best experience with Spotlight for my son's Bar Mitzvah! Joel, Seth and the team really listened to what my son wanted (dancing and games but with more of a focus on the games) and even went out of their way to include the scavenger hunt game even though the venue didn't have enough chairs and we hadn't thought we'd be able to do it (they got very creative knowing my son had really been hoping for it). Every step of the way was great with them - from the initial call with Joel, to the zoom meeting where Seth was very focused on what we/my son wanted, to coordinating the timeline and set up with the venue, and, of course the party. (An added bonus for us was that we were able to get the photo booth and handouts like sunglasses and light sticks from them so I had fewer things to have to coordinate.) Not only did the kids have the BEST time but many of the adult relatives and friends commented to us afterwards that the DJ was fantastic at keeping the kids engaged and making the party so fun. The entire team was wonderful and I really credit them with making our party perfect. I will be recommending Spotlight to everyone! read more

Hiring SpotlightLA for my daughter's bat mitzvah party was by far the best investment we made! MC Seth made the planning process seamless, and along with DJ Harrison, Dancer Carly, and Photobooth Marissa our party was off the hook! read more

We hired SpotlightLA before we even finalized the venue for our daughter's Bat Mitzvah, and it set us off on the right foot for all of the other planning that needed to happen to pull off an event for a crowd that spanned the ages of 4-94. Joel was a tremendous resource and very helpful to me in the months leading up to the Bat Mitzvah. I thought of him as my "Bat Mitzvah Whisperer". He really listened to me as to what we wanted (and didn't want) for our event. Joel and Seth are consummate professionals. They understand that all of the planning and minute details need to be considered ahead of time so that everything is seamless in the moment. On the night of the Bat Mitzvah, Seth and his team executed the plan flawlessly. They had all of the teens and all of the octogenarians and everyone in between up on the dance floor (only the nonagenarians remained seated). My daughter was thrilled with the party and had the time of her life, and we've been getting notes from friends and family at how remarkable the MC (Seth) was. He had the exact right amount of energy and approach to get everyone dancing without crossing the line into being obnoxious or annoying. Not an easy line to walk. SpotlightLA made the night magical for our entire family. read more

SpotlightLA is amazing! I was SO lucky to find them with only 3 weeks until my event (don't wait that long to book them though- this was pure kismet that they had people available). Working with Joel and Seth was a dream. They knew we needed to move quickly and they made sure that all of our needs were covered. They do so much more than play music- they helped us with the design of the room, lighting, Photo Booth run by Chris, a beautifully themed changing video wall that was run by VJ Harrison, and a light up DJ booth that really made the event look and feel special. They even helped put together some large decor Items that I had purchased for the party (Bigshinyballs.com). Seth worked closely with us and the other vendors to plan and run the order of the party. They had my complete trust and took so much stress and planning off my plate which was a lifesaver. 2 months later I'm still getting compliments on the party and requests for their information. I've now been to 3 events that they have led and they are the BEST at getting everyone involved and on the dance floor! The dancers Swizz and Carly were so talented and fun and added so much to the energy of the overall party. I could go on and on- I'll definitely hire them again in the future and recommend them to anyone that wants to throw a memorable party. Love these folks! read more

Seth did an INCREDIBLE job. He kept those kids totally engaged and on the dance floor. It was magical. I think I watched a group of girls jump and dance around my daughter for 3 straight hours. It was energetic, fun, age-appropriate, joyful and silly too. The adults could join in and the dance floor felt full and that's what I dreamed of. It was exactly what I would have wanted. From day 1 my daughter wanted a dance party and Spotlight gave that to her. They also used games to keep kids up on the floor and engaged. The attention and time Joel took to walk me through the different steps was great and he made sure to give me important feedback about the flow of the entire party. I had a real ally and consigliere in Joel and I appreciate it. It was so fun. One of the best nights of my life! read more

Spotlight was wonderful to work with. The first time I spoke to them we knew we could work with them. They are organized, friendly, creative and extremely responsive. We decided to upgrade to the video wall a few weeks before and it was the best thing we ever did. Rocky suggested it as he was right. It made our daughters bat mitzvah a blast! Thank you spotlight for making our daughters special day a blast! read more

Fantastic attention to detail. It was really a pleasure having them at the party. The night went off without a hitch. They were so personable and really kept the evening going smoothly. Most definitely recommend! read more

I rarely write reviews but I just had to share what a wonderful experience we had working with Joel and Swizz on our son's bar mitzvah. From the planning and preparation to the execution the day of the event. Everything was amazing. They really work on making sure you get the type of event you want while being incredibly helpful with ideas from tons of experience. We were lucky enough to have Joel work the event as the VJ, creating beautiful graphics to pair with the great music from the DJ, Dan. Swizz kept the party going all night with his high energy, even broke out some breakdancing moves late night. They coordinated the itinerary and kept to it while allowing small adjustments to keep the flow perfectly. The attention to detail was phenomenal and the games were such a hit. Would highly recommend for your next party! read more

The whole team at Spotlight LA is amazing. From first contact till end of party all staff are professional, excellent communicators and go above and beyond for clients. Joel is outstanding at listening to your wants and delivering on everything. Seth really rocks the house with his incredible energy that goes nonstop the duration of party. Truly creating an inclusive environment for all ages and keeping all on the dance floor all night long. Everything was perfection - highly recommend. read more

I was in California for a bat mitzvah this weekend. I am a dj from out of town and do events like this as well. As soon as the night started Joel was on his A game. It's hard for people that do the same thing to admit when someone is better than them. But spotlight was amazing. I literally asked Joel if he would come to vegas for my kids events. Without hesitation he said of course. I'll be seeing and using spotlight for years to come. A++. read more

Having known Joel for 20 years and having been at numerous events his company has , we knew he was the right guy for us. But that meant the pressure was on him. So on August 20th, Joel Macht and his team at SpotlightL created an evening we shall never for get. SpotlightLA did an AMAZING as the entertainment and MC at our daughter's Bat Mitzvah and exceeded already hight expectations. From the moment you walked in to the time you left the energy they created was magnetic. With the high energy, the amazing video graphics, the dancers who kept the dance floor busy and the overall professionalism of everyone on the team we really couldn't have asked for a better party. There are not enough great things I can say about Joel and his team. I knew the party was a success with our 13 year old gets in the car at the end of the night and said "This was 1Millions times better than I could have ever imagined" and I have to give so much credit to SpotlightLA. They truly knew what our daughter wanted and they delivered. Working with Joel and the team was a dream. From the first call Joel was always available and when we had questions they always got answered right away. He made sure the party flowed and there was never a dull moment. Everyone went above and beyond to make sure everyone had a Great time. Thank you Joel and your SpotlightLA team for more making the night one we will all remember....our guest still talk about it. The Fletcher Family read more

From start to finish, our experience with the entire SpotlightLA team was flawless. Our event went off without a hitch and everyone had an amazing time. Seth and team were highly organized and worked with us prior to the event to structure the event so that it was exactly as we envisioned it to be. I would highly recommend them for any type of events. Their professionalism and experience was outstanding. read more

SpotlightLA was fantastic (10.28.23)! From the personalized service to the fantastic MC, DJ and Staff; we had the BEST party. Seth listened to the type of party we wanted and HE delivered. Joel spoke to me before our event to get final details and called us after to check in and get feedback. Friends and Family are still talking about how much fun they had! We have a Bar Mitzvah in 2025 and we will for sure use SpotlightLA! read more

A solid 10/10 for our experience with our MC Rocky at SpotlightLA! We recently used SpotlightLA for my son's bar mitzvah on 9/9/23. From our first call and hire of our MC, Rocky - until last minute of party - Rocky and his entire team were complete professionals and completely delivered on our expectations for our big night. This team knows how to run a party in and out, especially with Rocky leading the charge. From the beginning, we told Rocky that our main priority for evening is just to have the kids stay on the dance floor and to have fun. Rocky and his team delivered on this 100% we had all of our kids dancing the entire night. Every kid, every age. This team is also up on all latest trends, music, etc.. which is really helpful when entertaining teens! :) Both Rocky & the SpotlightLA team are also committed to making small details perfect (example showing up in my teen's favorite band t shirts - something they asked prior if would be ok). They are very concerned with making their service personalized to your own kid / family. This was much appreciated. They really go the extra mile. During our party prep they asked all the right questions. Their overall organization was top notch. Rocky also checked in on us throughout our party to make sure all is well and make sure nothing was being missed. Rocky and The SpotlightLA team were always available to me (and patient) for any questions that we had leading up to party, which was much appreciated. Rocky & the crew of SpotlightLA were truly fabulous hire in every way. read more

We loved Spotlight LA. I recently had a 70s dance party and Drew did a terrific job keeping us in the dance floor all night long! Joel, the owner, was extremely helpful in walking me through options and even sending me photos of decorations I could get-far outside of what was expected! But his counsel allowed me to think about some elements of timing and design for the flow of the evening which really helped. I'd highly recommend them for any celebration you're having. read more

Spotlight LA made our son's Bar Mitzvah so much fun! I would highly recommend using them again. It was so easy to plan everything with Joel. MC Seth, DJ Johnny, as well as dancers Bash and James had everyone up the whole night dancing. We also had Chris run the photo booth which was a big hit. We were blown away with the energy Spotlight LA brought and could not have asked for a better evening. read more