GENERAL INFORMATION
WHAT IS HAUS OF FAIRFIELD?
In drag ball culture, a "house" is a term used to describe an alternative family. Houses provided shelter, solace, and safety for those who were a part of the family. Over the years, there have been many legendary and notable Houses in the LGBT community with names like House of Aviance, House of Ninja, and House of Xtravaganza.
Haus of Fairfield is a different kind of house, inspired in part by the same ideals of providing shelter, solace, and safety. It's legacy, CarrieFairfield.com, was the home of a rich online community of diverse drag entertainers and their fans where everyone celebrated the art of drag, drag pageantry, and the local drag shows across the country. Haus of Fairfield was created to help support that same community and other artist communities that have been impacted by the COVID-19 crisis. The goal is to bridge entertainers to the local fans so that their art can continue while we social distance as a nation.
Being a part of Haus of Fairfield is less about "joining a house" but more about being a part of a community for good. All are welcome and no name change is required.
Haus of Fairfield is a different kind of house, inspired in part by the same ideals of providing shelter, solace, and safety. It's legacy, CarrieFairfield.com, was the home of a rich online community of diverse drag entertainers and their fans where everyone celebrated the art of drag, drag pageantry, and the local drag shows across the country. Haus of Fairfield was created to help support that same community and other artist communities that have been impacted by the COVID-19 crisis. The goal is to bridge entertainers to the local fans so that their art can continue while we social distance as a nation.
Being a part of Haus of Fairfield is less about "joining a house" but more about being a part of a community for good. All are welcome and no name change is required.
WHAT KIND OF EVENT CAN I PRODUCE?
Birthday Parties, Happy Hours, Brunches - you name it!
Let your imagination and work with you desired entertainer to drive the vision of the event. Our entertainers are professionals with amazing ideas. Some of our entertainers have their own virtual shows that are right out of the box and ready for your curated event.
Let your imagination and work with you desired entertainer to drive the vision of the event. Our entertainers are professionals with amazing ideas. Some of our entertainers have their own virtual shows that are right out of the box and ready for your curated event.
CAN YOU GIVE ME SUGGESTIONS FOR VIRTUAL EVENTS?
ABSOLUTELY - here's some ideas off the top of our heads:
SOCIALLY DISTANCED DIVASBrunch with Beyoncé? Wine tasting with Whitney? Pick your desired diva and have a special "celebrity" star join to entertain and interact with your guests for your next virtual event.
Book two or more of our HoF celebrity entertainers and have your very own DIVAS LIVE show for you and your friends. |
BURLESQUE "TASSLE" CLASSGrab your girlfriends and learn the tricks and treats of the burlesque stage. Learn how to bump 'n' grind, shake, and shimmy like the pros.
It's a sexy interactive workout designed to bring out your inner showgirl! |
SATURDAY NIGHT SERENADEMusic fans here's your opportunity to produce your own curated virtual concert. Sit back and enjoy a couple of numbers from our talented vocalists and musicians.
Perhaps you want to have a karaoke inspired sing-a-long? Now you can hire performers that can actually carry that tune and showcase some of their original songs for your listening pleasure. |
ROAST AND TOASTIn the style of the famous Comedy Central Celebrity Roasts - grab one of the HoF jokesters and let the zingers fly! These guys are professionals and can keep your group in stitches while you and your friends let the "victim" have it.
It may get raunchy and you might blush - but celebrating with laughter is always the best medicine. |
"PRINCESS" TEA PARTYDoes your child have a birthday coming up? Looking for something creative to do? Gather their friends for a virtual play date hosted by a princess (drag or otherwise) for story telling and playtime.
It's interactive for the kids - and mom (or dad) can sit back and drink more of her "magic grape juice" in the corner. |
MIX AND MATCHWhy book one when you can book a few. Grab 2 or 3 of our very talented entertainers and put on a show for any occasion. One or two "numbers" per performer + interaction time and tipping makes for a great 90 minute or more event.
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HOW MUCH TIME SHOULD I PLAN FOR A VIRTUAL EVENT?
- An average event should be between 60-90 minutes in length.
- Exact times are up to the booker and entertainer to establish as a part of the booking process.
- HoF suggests that each "bit" be between 3-5 minutes in length and a "show" be 15-30 minutes of performance time in total.
- HoF encourages bookers and entertainers work together to find the right balance between "performance" and "guest interactions".
- Time allotted to "guest interactions" is up to the entertainer to establish based on comfort level and total time negotiated with booker.
- "Guest Interaction" is not required by the entertainers but is intended to allow guests and entertainers to interact, laugh, and connect. This is the perfect time to have guests TIP A KWEEN!
BOOKING & PAYMENT
HOW MUCH DO I PAY FOR A BOOKING?
- All financial exchanges are managed between booker and entertainer.
- Prices will vary with each entertainer and the type / duration of the planned event.
- HoF does not set any prices and asks that a "fare rate" be established between Booker and Entertainer.
HOW ARE THE ENTERTAINERS PAID?
- All of our entertainers are required to have a virtual payment option available. Common virtual payment options are Venmo, CashApp, and PayPal. Please establish the preferred payment platform as a part of your booking process.
- We strongly recommend one half of the negotiated booking fee payment is paid at confirmation of the booking and the second half of the booking fee is due at the start of the performance. This provides a level of insurance for both the booker and entertainer.
- Gratuities / Tips are suggested and should not be considered a part of the initial booking fee. Bookers and entertainers should encourage their guests to virtually tip the entertainers. Tips are not guaranteed and are at the discretion of the attendees.
- HoF does not handle any financial transactions. All financial transactions are made between Booker and Entertainer directly.
HOW DO I BOOK AN ENTERTAINER?
- Each entertainer has a "Book Me" link listed in the entertainer list. For most entertainers this simply creates an email for bookers to reach out. In some cases - our entertainers prefer bookers reach out to them via Instagram DM or on Facebook. Each "Book Me" link is unique to the entertainer and their contact preference.
- Entertainers are strongly encouraged and responsible to monitor their contact method of choice and to follow up with perspective bookers for each event.
- HoF does not book the entertainers directly but can assist if contact for whatever reason when a booker / entertainer connection is unable to be established. If necessary - contact HoF by using the form below.
HOSTING AN EVENT
WHAT TECHNOLOGY DO I NEED TO HOST AN EVENT?
- Bookers are required to supply their own virtual meeting technology to host events.
- HoF suggests the use of Zoom for the best experience. We have ran several tests and have hosted a few events using this technology and overall we believe this is the best option for general use.
- Don't have access to Zoom? Here are some other technology suggestions to consider: Google Meet, StreamYard, FaceTime. and GoToMeeting.
- Regardless of the technology - HoF HIGHLY RECOMMENDS that all bookers have a dry run with their entertainer to make sure that your settings, sound quality, and experience works BEFORE the day of your event. Entertainers should make themselves available for a quick test as this could impact the quality of their performance for your guests.
