THE FAQ’s

IS REUNION ‘85 A REAL REUNION?

Reunion ‘85 has all the fun of a real reunion, but it is not—at this show, you can choose an identity (or not) and join your fellow “alumni classmates” as you laugh, groove to the music, and play the night away.

IN CONCEPT, WHAT IS REUNION ‘85?

We think of Reunion ‘85 as “experiential entertainment”. Reunion ‘85 is both a musical concert and an interactive show in an immersive environment. We use nostalgia, spectacle, humor, and music to unite audiences in an experience of joy, connection, and celebration.

WHAT IS THE REUNION “EXPERIENCE”?

Choose your own adventure! On your arrival, the friendly “Reunion Committee” will help you choose a name tag and meet your fellow “alumni classmates.” Inside the reunion, a comedic host will guide you and your classmates through the evening—and there will be jokes, games, and a trip down memory lane. You might choose to meet people at your table, or your old high school friends, or members of the clubs you belonged to. Even if you don’t want to interact—tie your laces, because no reunion is complete without a dance party!

HOW MANY IDENTITIES ARE THERE TO CHOOSE FROM?

PLENTY! The “Reunion Committee” can guide you into finding the right you for you.

AM I REQUIRED TO INTERACT?

Absolutely not—you get to choose your own experience! You will never be required or pressured to do anything. As an “entry level” interactive/immersive show, audience participation is encouraged—and maybe you would like to clap to the music or do “the wave” like you might as a sports game. Only the most adventurous guests will find themselves featured in the performance…but only with their consent, of course. 

HOW MUCH MUSIC WILL I HEAR?

Each Reunion Experience will feature anywhere from 30 to 40 iconic, beloved, chart-topping hits in each show played by a live band and incredible singers.  For music lovers, we estimate that live music is playing for approximately 80% of the show. 

IS THE MUSIC LIVE OR RECORDED?

Live! Live! Live!

IS THERE ALCOHOL AVAILABLE?

It’s a reunion—alcohol is available for purchase!  

DO YOU HAVE DISCOUNTS FOR GROUPS?

Yes of course! Reunion ‘85 is often enjoyed with a group of friends, or as a family. We also accommodate bachelor and bachelorette parties, church groups, and…pretty much any group. Let us know how many seats you need!

IS REUNION APPROPRIATE FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES?

Reunion ‘85 welcomes families and children of all ages. We’ve frequently seen the joy of an older generation introducing a younger members of their family to the music of “their” era, and our great music, a dance party, pom poms and finger lights create a fun and uplifting atmosphere for all ages. Reunion ‘85 does not feature explicit language, however there is some innuendo and situational comedy, which best suits audiences ages 10+.

I RUN AN ORGANIZATION THAT PRODUCES SHOWS. MAY I LICENSE REUNION?

Yes. Reunion ‘85 is currently available for licensing. We’re also hard at work developing Reunion ‘69 and Family Reunion. Please email Carolyn Miller at carolyn@creativeendeavoroffice.com to express your interest.

I RUN A PRESENTING ORGANIZATION. CAN WE PRESENT REUNION?

Yes! Reunion ‘85 is touring the USA throughout 2024-2025 and 2025-2026. If we can coordinate scheduling, we may be able to bring the production to you. Email Carolyn Miller at carolyn@creativeendeavoroffice.com to express your interest!

Contact Us

Have a question?

Want to book a Group?

Press Inquiry?

Fill out the form below and we will be in touch.

REUNION is produced by the Creative Endeavor Office (Principals: Carolyn D. Miller and Matthew Schneider), and general partners Lori Fineman and JJ Maley. To learn more about REUNION, Creative Endeavor Office, or our other projects, please click HERE!

Talent Submissions

We are always searching for great talent—especially comedic hosts, musicians, and vocalists.

THE SHOW

Reunion ‘85 is a live, interactive show. On arrival, in the pre-show, guests choose a name tag—this new identity transforms them into “alumni”: they become Herbert Hoover High’s Class of 1985. When they walk into the venue, they are seated at round banquet tables according to their high school clubs and activities and social groups—Chess Team, Student Council, Pom Squad, etc. Two dynamic hosts guide the alumni audience through a variety of improvisational, interactive, comedic, musical, and nostalgic segments. Throughout the show, a live band of eight musicians and vocalists expertly recreate chart-topping hits of the 1980s. As a brand of “experiential entertainment”, REUNION uses nostalgia to unite audiences in an evening of connection and celebration. 

MUSICIANS

In email, please list your name, city of origin, and union affiliations (if any). Please indicate if you’ve trained musically—where and when—and how proficiently you read music. If you have one, please include a performance resume. A Spotify playlist of our set list is available here: Spotify Reunion 85.

Please send 2-4 video clips of you playing with a live band. Total length of video content should not exceed 3 minutes. Please send downloadable files via Dropbox or Wetransfer. Ensure that all files are under 500mb or shared as unlisted YouTube or Vimeo links. Please send materials to TheReunionExperience@gmail.com with this subject formatting: R85_MUSICIAN_LastName_FirstName_Date

Key 1/Musical Director, Guitar 1, Bass, Drums, Strong Vocalist with Keys and Guitar Skills

SINGERS

In email, please list your name, city of origin, and union affiliations (if any). Please indicate if you’ve trained musically—where and when—and how proficiently you read music. If you have one, please include a performance resume and headshots.

Please send 2-4 video clips of your soloing or featuring. Total length of video content should not exceed 3 minutes. Performance with live bands is preferred, though karaoke tracks are acceptable. Please send downloadable files via Dropbox or Wetransfer. Ensure that all files are under 500mb or shared as unlisted YouTube or Vimeo links. Please send materials to TheReunionExperience@gmail.com with this subject formatting: R85_SINGER_LastName_FirstName_Date

HOSTS

Video #1: on video, please slate your name, city of origin, and union affiliations. Then please share one memory you have of high school—no longer than 2 minutes.

Video #2: please create a high school character—a student, a teacher, a coach, a janitor—and retell your personal memory of high school as that character. Please restrict video length 3 minutes.

Please include a performance resume. Please send downloadable files via Dropbox or Wetransfer. Ensure that all files are under 500mb or shared as unlisted YouTube or Vimeo links. Please send materials to TheReunionExperience@gmail.com with this subject formatting: R85_HOST_LastName_FirstName_Date

HOST 1: A warm and rowdy dynamo. Fun-loving, curious, unpredictable, irreverent, creative, and charismatic. This host has a wild sense of humor, plays by their own rules, and has an easy way with people. They didn’t plan the party—but they are the party. Talent for this role must thrive in the spotlight and excel with crowd work.

HOST 2: An affable, hard-working organizer. Ambitious, responsible, orderly, likable, and hospitable. This host delights in hard work, follows the rules, and is a natural-born leader. They love it when everything goes according to (their) plan. Talent for this role must maintain the structure and pacing of the show, sensing and directing when to allow or indulge in interactions or improvs and when to move on to a planned segment.