Theme Suggestions For Corporate Occasions

Happy employees are productive employees.

Working within the structure and culture of a corporation can be dull, monotonous and even dreaded. Everyone loves a party, though, and a themed corporate party can be just the thing to clear away the monotony of the workplace, giving employees something exciting to look forward to. At a themed event, employees get the opportunity to express themselves creatively, see each other in a new light and have fun without the pressure or structure of the job. These types of parties can create new friendships, raise morale and strengthen communication among employees.

Attire

Give the staff input on the theme party you'll stage for their benefit.

Themed parties provide a rare chance to get creative with attire in the workplace; also, costumes help create an instantly festive ambiance. Encourage everyone to come dressed in the party theme.

For instance, at a 1920s themed party, women would wear fashions such as flapper dresses, boas, sashes, sparkling earrings, feathers and cloche hats. Men would wear zoot suits, sport jackets, trousers, vests, top hats and fedoras. Other suitable costume options include dressing as significant figures of the 1920s, such as Charlie Chaplin, Babe Ruth, Albert Einstein and Josephine Baker.

At a Hawaiian luau themed event, the attire would be more relaxed. Women could wear bikini tops, grass skirts, leis, flowers in their hair and tropical dresses. Men would wear beach shorts and Hawaiian-style shirts.

Other theme ideas include 1970s Disco, 1980s Retro, The Year 3000 Futuristic Party, Atlantis Underwater, Greek Gods, Mardi Gras and the Wild West. It's also a good idea to hold a vote and stage the theme party selected by the majority of the staff.

Setting

Give your staff a really cool office party experience by hosting an island-theme party on an actual beach.

Choose a location and create a vibe for the party that suit the theme. Where and when you hold the event, the music and decorations you choose and the party favors you give out all contribute to the ambiance.

Continuing with the 1920s theme, this was an era known as the "Roaring Twenties" and "The Jazz Age." Jazz and Charleston music, therefore, are appropriate soundtracks for a "Jazz Age" party. Music from George Gershwin, Louis Armstrong, Duke Ellington, Charlie Parker and Bessie Smith would set the scene well. A 1920s party held at an underground bar with silent black-and-white movies from the decade projected on the walls will create the feeling of a Speakeasy. Write the invitations in the style of writers of the era, such as. F. Scott Fitzgerald or Ernest Hemingway. Party favors and decorations can include cigar girls in flapper dresses, mini 1920s-style cars, record players and old-fashioned telephones. All of these little elements of the era will enhance the authenticity and vibe of the party scene.

If possible, stage your Hawaiian luau-themed party on the beach or in a venue where you can spread sand on the floor. Play traditional Hawaiian folk songs and Polynesian island music. A Hawaiian band with slack key and steel guitars would give a nice island feel to the scene. Decorations and accessories such as palm trees, open flame torches and grass roofs add an authentic Hawaiian feel. Some party favors appropriate for a Hawaiian luau party would be Hawaiian leis, flowers, coconuts, paper umbrellas, sunglasses and mini surf boards.

For the 1920s-era party, some food ideas would be all-American dishes like spaghetti and meat balls, hamburgers, hot dogs, meat loaf, Babe Ruth and Hershey's candy bars and Campbell's soups. Old-fashioned beverages like Sidecars, Old Fashions, Champagne cocktails and Pimm's cups would fit right into the scene.

At a luau, tropical island dishes are a natural. A typical Hawaiian feast includes roasted pork with pineapple, Huli Huli chicken, Lomi Lomi salmon, poi, sweet potatoes and a variety of fruits. Beverages can include tropical drinks like pina coladas, strawberry daquiris, Mai Tais and Blue Hawaiians.

Other food-themed party ideas are Chinese Chop Suey, Italiano Bellisimo!, Mexican Fiesta, London Tea Party, Russian Roulette Rounds and Bombay Dreams.

Entertainment

Before TV, people entertained themselves with games, contests and lots of other diversions that you can incorporate into your theme party.

The activities and entertainment are the essential finishing touch to hosting a spectacular party for any corporate event. The possibilities include games, contests and entertainers.

For a 1920s-style event, game options include card games, flag-pole sitting competitions and Charleston dance contests. Theme-worthy entertainment can include jazz singers and a jazz band. A murder mystery game designed around a 1920s book or event will suit the party, engage everyone and can even last most of the night, blending with other activities throughout the evening

Some games and activities perfect for a Hawaiian luau are the limbo, hula hoop contests, musical beach towels and coconut bowling. Fire dancers, Polynesian drummers and hula dancers will set the scene for an amazing Hawaiian show, leaving your guests thrilled and amazed by the event.

Another game-themed event idea is a Las Vegas party, with a casino-style setting and games to match. Give out gaming chips to all the guests at this no-money gambling event.

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Friday, May 17, 2013