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Some moments arrive softly but stay forever. The moment you ask or are asked the most beautiful question in the world is one of those. It’s not just a turning point in your relationship; it’s a scene you’ll replay in your mind for the rest of your life. A heartbeat suspended in time. The start […]
November 24, 2025
A Guide to Spaces That Tell Your Story Every unforgettable event begins with one essential decision: the venue. It’s more than just a backdrop; it’s the stage where your story will unfold. The venue sets the tone, defines the mood, and shapes every detail to come. Whether you’re planning a wedding, engagement party, milestone birthday, or […]
September 29, 2025
The Gen Z & Millennial Playlist Detox Your wedding playlist should feel like your love story, not someone else’s idea of what’s “supposed to be romantic” or “guaranteed to get people dancing.” That’s why Millennial and Gen Z couples are curating playlists with soul, nostalgia, and serious taste, and that means retiring a few classics […]
August 5, 2025
— Nicole
Word on the dance floor is...
“I CANNOT SAY ENOUGH GOOD THINGS ABOUT MARZ & HIS TEAM!
I met Marz at a bridal expo January 2024 a couple weeks after getting engaged. I loved how he interacted with my family & me. I didn’t even have a wedding date yet but knew I wanted to book Marz. My sister & I posted pictures on social media & had a couple people reach out saying nothing but great things about Marz, which confirmed even more I wanted him for my wedding. When we found the venue we wanted for our wedding, I literally chose our wedding date based on dates that the venue & Charizma Entertainment were both available as I couldn’t have been more confident I wanted Charizma Entertainment as my DJ.”
— Sharon
Word on the dance floor is...
“Pick up the phone and call Marz NOW to book your next event with him.
From the moment I reached out to Marz to DJ my daughters Bat Mitzvah I was his number one priority- There never was a time of day that was inconvenient for him! He has such a positive and calm attitude which was exactly what I needed during the planning phase. The evening party was exactly what I had hoped for and MORE! He delivered a non-stop dancing party all night long! Family and friends are still talking about Marz and his entire team! He isn't just a DJ, but becomes a part of your family. Our son will be become a Bar Mitzvah in 3 years and I am ready to sign a contract NOW with Marz again. You will NOT be disappointed!!”
— Tailie
Word on the dance floor is...
“Family and friends STILL talk about our wedding and how much fun they had, thanks in large part to Marcellus and the staff at Charizma!
I can't say enough about how experienced, professional, fun-loving, and high-energy Marcellus and his team are! At our wedding reception, we had family members from out of state immediately ask how they could book him for their future events. I make sure to recommend him to all my friends as well! From the very beginning, Marcellus was personable and friendly, and met with us both online and in person to get a feel for our musical tastes and work out any special song requests we had. He is quite knowledgeable about music and how to cater to different demographics. He is extremely easy to work with and is a specialist at bringing people together.”
