Next Contestant Games

THE NAME OF THE GAME IS ENGAGEMENT:
Your ENTIRE AUDIENCE (up-to 2000 people) PLAYS ALONG THE ENTIRE TIME (Something our competitors just can't do.) Plus, your Host is a touring Standup Comedian specializing in crowd-work AND a skilled DJ to keep the laughs coming & energy high. During a standard 2-Hour Experience, EVERYONE gets to play 6-8 different game shows designed just like your favorites from TV! We have over 40 different Game Shows to mix-and-match with thousands of content themes & questions that will be reflected in the trivia, music, props & challenges.

OUR GAME SHOWS:
Are designed for Adults & Youth (ages 8+) based on your favorites from TV and include a mix of trivia, comedy, strategy, and music using Interactive Video Game Board software, wireless Game Show Buzzers PLUS digital buzzer capabilities (using your cell phone, tablet, or browser) with hilarious questions & physical challenges.

SO MUCH MORE THAN TRIVIA!
We bring the full GAME SHOW SET to you! We've got Light-Up Contestant Booths, Light-Up Buzzer Stands, PA Systems, Screens, Laser Projectors, Sequin Curtains, Moving Lights, and of course a funny host in a snazzy sequin suit with his own wrap-around microphone. Our Game Shows don't just test trivia, we'll have your entire audience singing, dancing, and scrambling to complete hilarious physical challenges. We've even got games where teams compete to pitch punchlines to joke setups!

Our Standard 2-Hour "GAME SHOW SHOWDOWN" Schedule:

QUIZ SHOW (ALL-PLAY – using wireless buzzers – 20 Min.)
It’s our take on “Jeopardy” with hilarious trivia developed by TV's funniest writers!

NAME THAT TUNE (ALL-PLAY – using wireless buzzers – 15 Min.)
Can you guess the hit songs from categories like “Classic Rock,” “Stage & Screen,” “TikTok Tunes” “Hits In Disguise,” “One Hit Wonders,” “In Da Clerb” & so many more!

CROWD SAYS (ALL-PLAY + 6x On-Stage Contestants – 15 Min.)
The WHOLE AUDIENCE GETS TO PLAY ALONG guessing Top 7 answers to silly surveys in 30-second rounds!

20-SECOND DANCE CHALLENGE (ALL-PLAY + 4x On-Stage Contestants – 15 Min.)
On-stage contestants must lead their entire team to complete whatever dance challenge the virtual wheel lands on. Faster they move, the more points they get!

THE STAGE (ALL-PLAY + 4x On-Stage Contestants – 15 Min.)
Similar to "The Floor," four on-stage contestants rely on help from the audience to quickly identify images about randomly-selected categories in five funny face-offs!

MAJORITY RULES (ALL-PLAY – using their cell phone as a buzzer – 10 Min.)
Guess the most popular option in crazy comparisons. There's no right answers, just majority-rule - with a Leaderboard & "Battle Royale" elimination round.

SCARYOKE (ALL-PLAY + 8x On-Stage Contestants – 15 Min.)
Pairs of contestants from each team try to get the audience to guess hit songs during our version of competitive karaoke with an absurd SURPRISE TWIST!

WHAT'S INCLUDED:
Comedian Host/DJ
"Lovely Assistant" (depending on the size of your group)
16x Wireless Game Show Buzzers
4x Light-Up Buzzer Boxes & Stands
Color-Changing LED Host Table-Topper Stand & 6ft Fitted Linen
4x Light-Up Contestant Booths --OR-- 2x Fitted 6ft Linens (for 6ft Contestant Tables)
4x Wireless Microphones, Receiver & Portable Mixer
8ft x 8ft Sequin Curtain Backdrop with Piping Stands
Two 7ft x 7ft Game Show Backdrops
Colored Game Show Name Tags (used to designate teams)
Interactive Game Board Software
Trivia Questions & Answers
Silly Props
Goofy Sound FX Board
Delivery / Travel from Hollywood, CA

WHAT'S REQUIRED:
STAGE AREA REQUIREMENTS: Minimum 24ft x 10ft “Stage Area” (does NOT have to be elevated) to fit 3x 6ft Tables, Screen & Speaker(s)
AUDIO REQUIREMENTS: Professional, Adequate Sound System for the venue with 2 XLR cables leading onto “stage area” for the Host’s Mixer’s-output. (RENTAL OPTIONS AVAILABLE)
VIDEO REQUIREMENTS: Professional, Adequate Screen for the venue with an HDMI cable leading onto “stage area” for Host’s on-stage Laptop output. (RENTAL OPTIONS AVAILABLE)
POWER REQUIREMENTS: 4x three-prong electrical outlets within 6 feet of “Stage Area.”
WIFI REQUIREMENTS: High-Speed WIFI Connection for Host’s Laptop so they can broadcast the interactive game software and players can connect via their phone’s browser (no apps or downloads needed)
HOSPITALITY REQUIREMENTS: 1x Hotel Room (2x Queen Beds) at a 3-Star Hotel (or higher) for 2-Nights Stay nearby to the venue (only applicable if outside of Los Angeles & Orange Counties)

NEXT CONTESTANT GAMES
Is the #1 Live Game Show provider in the country - headlining Corporate Conferences, Casinos, Cruise Ships, and Colleges all over the United States. With Next Contestant Games, YOUR ENTIRE AUDIENCE (up-to 2000 people) GETS TO PLAY ALONG THE ENTIRE TIME with 7 different game shows designed just like your favorites from TV! (Think Jeopardy, Family Feud, Name That Tune, The Floor, etc.) And since we're based in Hollywood, California - we're not just similar to the real thing, our owners have actually written and produced REAL game shows for REAL television networks. All of our hosts are touring comedians and trained DJ's to keep the energy high and laughs a-plenty! We have the most up-to-date game show software (able to connect 2000 people at the same time!) and the funniest content featuring trivia topics, jokes and music that are trending for all-ages! Plus, we can cater our content to your crowd - no matter the size, stage, or demographic.

IN GOOD COMPANY:
Next Contestant Games has provided interactive Game Shows, Comedy & Team Building Exercises for Fortune 500 companies, Resorts & Venues like: Royal Caribbean International, American Cruise Lines, Amazon, Four Seasons, Omni Resorts, Palms Casino Resort & Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas and even CARNEGIE MUSIC HALL to name a few!

CELEBRITY HOST:
KEVIN M. HORTON has hosted hundreds of corporate conferences & large-scale events all over the world. Best known for his acting roles on Disney Channel & Nickelodeon, Kevin is also a gifted standup comedian; having performed on Late Night Television, Cruise Ships, and at comedy clubs in the US & Canada. As an actor, Kevin has appeared in over 200 national commercials and won "Ad of the Year" TWICE. Horton focuses on "Crowd Work," emphasizing themes of Engagement, Encouragement, and Empowerment. He started in Game Shows as a writer for the family-friendly "Disney Quizney" in 2019 and worked on Jay Leno's "You Bet Your Life" (phone number hidden)3. NCG's patented "Laugh As You Learn" methodology works on crowds of all ages: bringing together large groups of staff, strangers & spectators.

TECH RIDER
1. AUDIO:
SERVICE RECIPIENT will provide an adequate, professional sound system for the venue and a technician as well as ONE (1) XLR input leading onto the “stage area” for Service Provider’s on-stage mixer’s sound output.
----RENTAL OPTIONS AVAILABLE----
NOTE: For events requiring air travel, Service Provider only travels with one 10ft XLR Cables. Any additional length cables, adapters, or “snake” must be provided by Service Recipient along with any gaff tape.

2. VIDEO:
SERVICE RECIPIENT will provide either an adequate, professional Video Monitor for the venue –OR— adequate, professional Projector & Screen for the venue-- WITH an HDMI cable leading FROM Service Provider’s on-stage laptop TO the Screen or Projector. Screen must be large enough and visible to all since the Service Provider’s interactive Game Board Software will be projected onto this screen.
----RENTAL OPTIONS AVAILABLE----
A) If multiple screens or projectors are to be utilized, Service Recipient must also supply an HDMI-splitter.
B) If the side-screens or overhead screens are not visible to the “on-stage” Host and/or “on-stage” Contestants, Service Recipient must also supply an additional “Downstage Video Monitor.”
C) If HDMI signal is traveling distances beyond 20ft from the initial on-stage source, Service Recipient may need to supply an HDMI-Amplifier and/or Repeater (with CAT 5 cable.)

3. POWER:
SERVICE RECIPIENT will provide a minimum of two 3-prong electrical outlets and extension cable leading onto “stage area” to power Service Provider’s hosting rig.

4. WIFI:
SERVICE RECIPIENT will provide high-speed WIFI access (or an ethernet cable) to Service Provider for Host Laptop so that they can broadcast interactive Game Show Software for participants.

5. LIGHTING:
SERVICE RECIPIENT will provide an adequate, professional lighting system for the venue and technician so that the Host and “stage area” are well lit and visible to all.
----FULL INTELLIGENT LIGHTING RIGS ARE INCLUDED IN EVENTS WITHIN DRIVING DISTANCE TO LOS ANGELES----

CONTRACT RIDER

1. STAGE SIZE:
SERVICE RECIPIENT will provide a “stage area” with minimum dimensions of 24ft wide by 10ft deep –OR-- 30ft wide by 12ft deep (depending on video screen placement.) The ‘Stage Area’ should be a well-lit, even surface (stable, level and stage sections must fit firmly together) with room for THREE (3) Standard 6ft x 2.5ft tables, any speakers and a screen with walking distance in between. The “stage area” should also be accessible for all participants who will be called “on-stage” as contestants from the audience area.

2. SET PIECES:
For events requiring Air Travel, SERVICE RECIPIENT will provide THREE (3) Standard 6ft x 2.5ft Folding Tables placed on the “stage area.”

3. DRESSING ROOM / STORAGE:
SERVICE RECIPIENT will provide Service Provider access to a private, secure room near to the “Stage Area” where they can change into show-wardrobe and store their personal belongings & gear cases out of access (and sight) to guests, workers and/or other vendors.
A) SERVICE RECIPIENT will stock this room with 4 bottles of non-carbonated water at the Arrival Time.

4. ACCOMMODATIONS:
For events outside of Los Angeles & Orange Counties, SERVICE RECIPIENT will provide Service Provider with ONE hotel room (2 Queen-Sized Beds) for 2-Night’s Stay at the Venue (if event is happening at a hotel or resort) -OR- at 4-Star hotel nearby to the venue.
A) SERVICE RECIPIENT will also provide any parking, taxes and/or resort fees applicable to the 2-night’s stay at said hotel.

5. PARKING:
SERVICE RECIPIENT will provide a loading zone a reasonable distance to the service area to un-load their vehicle for a minimum of 30-minutes prior to the event, thirty minutes after the event and a minimum of one parking space for an XL Cargo Van (8.5ft Tall, 9ft Long, 6.5ft Wide) a reasonable distance to the venue and in a safe area for the entirety of the event, paid for in full by Service Recipient.