Terms of Service

Updated: Aug 20, 2023

 

The Game Show Entertainer
Effective Date: August 20, 2026
Last Updated: August 20, 2026

Welcome. These Terms of Use (“Terms”) govern your use of thegameshowentertainer.com (the “Site”) and describe the general terms that apply to entertainment services provided by The Game Show Entertainer, owned and operated by Doug Shannon (“I,” “me,” “my,” or the “Company”). By using the Site or requesting a quote, you agree to these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.

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PART I — USING THIS WEBSITE

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using the Site, you agree to these Terms and to the Privacy Policy, which is incorporated here by reference. You must be at least 18 years old to submit a form, request a quote, or book an event.

2. What the Site Is For

The Site exists to describe my game show entertainment services, share information about the shows I perform, and let you request a quote or contact me. It is provided for your general information and for your personal or internal business use in evaluating and booking entertainment.

3. Acceptable Use

You agree not to:

• Use the Site for any unlawful purpose or in violation of these Terms
• Submit false, misleading, or fraudulent information through any form on the Site
• Submit quote requests you have no intention of pursuing, or use the forms to send spam, advertising, or solicitations
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Site, its server, or any connected system
• Introduce viruses, malware, or any other harmful code
• Scrape, harvest, or collect information about other users, or copy the Site’s content using automated tools
• Copy, reproduce, republish, or resell any part of the Site or its content without my written permission
• Interfere with the Site’s operation or with anyone else’s use of it

I may restrict or block access to the Site for any conduct that violates these Terms.

4. Intellectual Property

All content on the Site — text, page layouts, photographs, video, audio, graphics, logos, and show descriptions — along with my written game questions, answer boards, show graphics, scripts, music selections, and other show materials, is owned by me or used with permission and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other laws. “The Game Show Entertainer,” “Jukebox Memories,” and the names and formats of my original shows are used as marks of this business.

You may view, print, and share pages of the Site for the purpose of evaluating or booking my services. You may not otherwise reproduce, modify, distribute, publicly perform, or create derivative works from the content without my prior written permission.

5. Third-Party Names and Trademarks

Some show names on this Site are described generically to indicate a familiar style of play, so that clients can picture the kind of live, interactive entertainment provided. All third-party trademarks, service marks, and program titles are the property of their respective owners. Reference to them does not imply affiliation with, sponsorship by, endorsement by, or licensing from any television network, production company, or trademark owner. My shows are original live productions and are not the television programs they may bring to mind.

6. Links to Other Websites

The Site may link to third-party websites, embedded videos, or social media pages. Those links are provided for convenience. I do not control and am not responsible for the content, accuracy, or practices of any third-party site.

7. Accuracy of Information

I work to keep the Site accurate and current, but show descriptions, packages, availability, and pricing information may change without notice. Nothing on the Site is an offer or a guarantee of availability or price. A booking exists only when confirmed by me in writing, as described in Part II.

8. Testimonials and Results

Testimonials, reviews, and photographs on the Site reflect the experiences of particular clients at particular events. Every audience and venue is different, and individual results and experiences will vary.

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PART II — BOOKING AND EVENT SERVICES

These terms apply to entertainment services unless a signed written agreement, contract, or rider between us says otherwise. If there is a conflict between these Terms and a signed performance agreement, the signed agreement controls.

9. Quotes and Booking

• Submitting the Get-A-Quote form or otherwise requesting a quote is a request only. It does not reserve a date.
• I aim to provide quotes within 24 hours, and usually within one to two business days. Quotes are valid for 30 days unless stated otherwise.
• A date is reserved only when I confirm the booking in writing (email is sufficient) and any required retainer or deposit has been received.
• Dates are held on a first-confirmed basis. Until a booking is confirmed, the date remains available to others.

10. Payment

• Accepted payment methods include PayPal, and other methods arranged in advance.
• A retainer/deposit is due at booking to reserve the date.
• The balance is due on or before the event date.
• Prices quoted are for the show(s), dates, times, and location described in the quote. Additional shows, extended time, added travel, or changes to the scope may change the price.
• Travel, lodging, and related expenses for events outside my standard service area (Broward, Miami-Dade, and Palm Beach counties, Florida) are quoted separately.
• Any applicable sales or entertainment taxes are the responsibility of the client unless stated otherwise.
• Returned payments or chargebacks may incur a fee of  $35, plus any bank charges.
• Balances not paid when due may be subject to a late fee.

11. Cancellation, Rescheduling, and Postponement

• By the client: Cancellations must be made in writing. Any retainer/deposit is non-refundable. Cancellations within 30 days of the event may be subject to a cancellation fee.
• Rescheduling: I will make every reasonable effort to transfer a retainer to a new date within 12 months, subject to my availability. A date change is not confirmed until I confirm it in writing.
• By me: In the unlikely event I must cancel for reasons within my control, I will refund all amounts paid and, where possible, help you find a qualified replacement performer. That refund is the limit of my liability for such a cancellation.
• Events beyond either party’s control: Neither of us is responsible for failure to perform due to circumstances beyond reasonable control — including severe weather, hurricanes, natural disasters, fire, power failure, illness or injury, death in the family, government orders, public health emergencies, or venue closure. In those circumstances I will work with you in good faith to reschedule; if rescheduling is not possible, amounts paid will be refunded less any non-recoverable expenses already incurred / the retainer will be applied to a future date within 12 months.

12. What I Provide

Unless the quote says otherwise, I provide:

• The host/emcee services for the game show(s) booked
• My own professional sound system, including speakers, amplifier, and microphones
• All game content, questions, music, graphics, buzzers, and show materials
• Setup and breakdown of my equipment
• Coordination with your venue on technical needs before the event

13. What the Client Provides

To run a great show, the client agrees to provide:

• Venue access for setup at least 3 hours before showtime, and reasonable time to break down afterward
• A performance area with adequate space, lighting, and a table, plus safe and reasonable access for loading equipment in and out
• Electrical power — at least one grounded, dedicated standard outlet within reasonable distance of the performance area
• Screen and projector where the show uses on-screen content, if the venue has them; if not, tell me in advance so I can bring my own
• Prizes for winners. Prizes are the client’s responsibility. I am glad to advise on how many and what type work best for your group.
• An on-site contact who can make decisions on the day of the event
• Accurate event information, including the audience size, age range, and any content sensitivities, so the show can be tailored appropriately

If the venue or equipment is not as described and that affects the show, I will do my best to adapt, but I cannot be responsible for reductions in show quality caused by conditions outside my control.

14. Conduct, Safety, and Content

• Game shows are interactive and participation is voluntary. Guests may decline to participate at any time.
• The client is responsible for the conduct of attendees. I reserve the right to pause or end a performance without refund if the audience or any individual becomes abusive, threatening, unsafe, or physically interferes with me, my equipment, or other guests, or if conditions become unsafe.
• Show content is tailored to the audience described by the client. If specific content restrictions apply, tell me in advance.
• I am insured through the Specialty Insurance Agency. A certificate of insurance can be provided to your venue on request, generally with 2 days’ notice.

15. Photography, Video, and Recording

• Photos and video may be taken at events. Unless you tell me otherwise in writing before the event, I may use photos, video, and audio from your event to promote my services, including on my website and social media. Where a signed performance agreement includes a media release, that release governs.
• Where an event includes participants under 18, I use images only with the permission of the organization, school, or parent responsible for those participants.
• If you or your organization prefer that no images be used, tell me in writing in advance and I will honor it. If an image is already posted and you want it removed, email me and I will remove it.
• Live streaming, broadcast, or commercial recording of a performance requires my advance written permission.
• Recording is never permitted for the purpose of reproducing, reselling, or recreating the show format.

16. Equipment and Damage

My equipment remains my property at all times and may only be operated by me or by someone I authorize. The client is responsible for loss of or damage to my equipment caused by attendees, venue staff, or venue conditions, other than normal wear or damage caused by my own negligence.

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PART III — LEGAL TERMS

17. Disclaimer of Warranties

The Site is provided “as is” and “as available,” without warranties of any kind, express or implied, including implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement. I do not warrant that the Site will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free of viruses or other harmful components. Entertainment services are provided with professional skill and care, but no specific outcome, audience reaction, or level of participation is guaranteed.

18. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, The Game Show Entertainer and Doug Shannon are not liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, or for lost profits, revenue, data, or goodwill, arising out of your use of the Site or the provision of entertainment services. My total liability for any claim relating to an event is limited to the amount you actually paid me for that event. This limitation does not apply to bodily injury or property damage caused by my negligence, which is covered by my liability insurance. Nothing in these Terms limits liability for gross negligence, willful misconduct, or anything else that cannot be limited under applicable law.

19. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless The Game Show Entertainer and Doug Shannon from third-party claims, damages, losses, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising from your breach of these Terms, your misuse of the Site, the conduct of attendees at your event, the condition of your venue, or prizes you provide. This does not apply to anything caused by my own negligence or willful misconduct.

20. Website Accessibility

I want this Site to work for everyone. If you have difficulty accessing any part of it or need information in another format, email TheGameShowEntertainer@gmail.com or call 954-995-4766 and I will provide what you need directly.

21. Governing Law and Disputes

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Florida, without regard to conflict-of-law principles. Any dispute arising from these Terms, the Site, or my services will be brought exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Broward County, Florida, and both parties consent to that jurisdiction and venue.

Before filing anything, please contact me directly. Nearly every issue can be resolved with a phone call, and I would much rather solve a problem than argue about one.

22. Severability and Waiver

If any provision of these Terms is found unenforceable, the rest remain in full effect. My failure to enforce any provision is not a waiver of my right to enforce it later.

23. Entire Agreement

These Terms, the Privacy Policy, and any signed performance agreement or written quote form the entire agreement between us regarding the Site and my services, and supersede any prior discussions on those subjects.

24. Changes to These Terms

I may update these Terms from time to time. The revised version will be posted here with a new “Last Updated” date and takes effect when posted. Terms applicable to a confirmed booking are the terms in effect on the date the booking was confirmed.

25. Contact

The Game Show Entertainer
Attn: Doug Shannon Pompano Beach, Florida Email: TheGameShowEntertainer@gmail.com Phone: 954-995-4766