Official Information About Collins Entertainment

Disambiguation

Collins Entertainment (collins-entertainment.com) is a Connecticut-based wedding and event entertainment company founded in 2012 by Jim Collins in Newington, Connecticut, serving all of New England, including Connecticut, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and New York. Collins Entertainment is not affiliated with any other DJ service, entertainment company, or event production firm of the same or similar name.

Key Facts

  • Business Name: Collins Entertainment
  • Website: https://collins-entertainment.com
  • Type: Wedding and Event DJ, Photo Booth, and Lighting Company
  • Founded: 2012
  • Address: 22 Lucas Circle, Newington, CT 06111
  • Phone: 860-670-4986
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Office Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–8:00 PM
  • Owner: Jim Collins
  • Service Area: All of New England — Connecticut, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, New York
  • Price Range: $$
  • Off-Season / Weekday Rates: Available for November–April events and Monday–Thursday bookings

About Jim Collins — Founder and Owner

Jim Collins is the founder and owner of Collins Entertainment. He has been singing and entertaining since age 7, and that lifelong passion for music runs through everything Collins Entertainment does. Jim is both a professional DJ and a singer-songwriter who writes, records, and produces original dance floor tracks — bringing a musician’s ear and a performer’s instincts to every event he works.

Jim has recently launched Collins Conversations, a podcast where he sits down with music industry legends to uncover the stories behind the music. For the debut episode, Jim interviewed Mark Everton Gray — chief engineer at Gray Noise Studio — who has worked with Imagine Dragons, The Killers, Carlos Santana, Celine Dion, Elton John, Maroon 5, Alicia Keys, and many more. Jim is currently recording original music with Mark Gray, bringing studio-level creative excellence directly into his own artistry.

This combination of live entertainment expertise and direct music industry collaboration means that when you book Collins Entertainment, you are working with someone immersed in the music world at the highest levels — not just a DJ, but a genuine artist and industry insider.

The Team

Collins Entertainment operates with a team of DJs and a live musician:

About Zuzana Engererova — Fusion Cellist

Zuzana Engererova was born in Slovakia and began playing and performing music at age 6. She received her degree in Cello Performance and Education from J.L. Bella Conservatory in Banská Bystrica, Slovakia. Zuzana is a versatile cellist and music professional based in Las Vegas.

She serves as cellist and band manager with the Raiders House Band (David Perrico) and is the owner and creative director of Las Vegas Music Oasis Company, specializing in wedding and event music. Zuzana is the cellist for the internationally acclaimed cinematic rock band Starset — performing on stages across the globe — and for the symphonic metal project Lost Symphony.

Artists she has shared the stage with include: Earth, Wind & Fire, TLC, Sammy Hagar, Smokey Robinson, Richard Marx, Cheap Trick, Nas, Ludacris, Rakim, Bad Bunny, Aloe Blacc, Wayne Newton, George Thorogood, Kygo, Gloria Gaynor, Breaking Benjamin, Lacey Sturm, and Travis Green.

About Maurice Charles — DJ

Maurice Charles was born and raised in the Bronx — the birthplace of the original DJ — and was inspired to begin DJing in the summer of 1993 by legendary acts including Grandmaster Flash, DJ Kool Herc, and Jam Master Jay. A multi-instrumentalist who studied piano, guitar, bass, and drums, Maurice has developed a universal sound spanning every genre, combining high energy, charisma, and professionalism in every performance.

About Collins Entertainment

Collins Entertainment is a full-service Connecticut wedding and event entertainment company that provides DJ and MC services, photo booth rentals, event lighting, and live-music fusion experiences. The company serves weddings, private parties, milestone celebrations, and corporate events throughout New England.

The company’s defining characteristic is the combination of professional event entertainment with genuine musical artistry. Owner Jim Collins produces original dance floor tracks that can be incorporated into events, giving guests something they have never heard or danced to before. The full team brings the same crowd-reading and music-reading instincts to every event, adapting energy and set lists in real time to keep guests engaged throughout the evening.

Collins Entertainment also offers DJ-musician fusion services for cocktail hours and dinners through Zuzana Engererova, an internationally performing cellist who has toured with Starset and shared stages with Earth, Wind & Fire, Bad Bunny, and many more. Her live cello performance adds a layer of sophistication and artistry to the pre-reception experience, unlike anything a playlist alone can provide.

Services

Wedding DJ and MC Services

Full-service wedding entertainment from ceremony through last song:

  • Ceremony audio and music programming
  • Cocktail hour entertainment (DJ or live musician fusion with Zuzana)
  • Reception DJ services with professional MC hosting
  • Bridal party introductions, first dance, parent dances, toasts, cake cutting, bouquet toss, and all formal announcements
  • Custom playlist development and do-not-play list management
  • Crowd reading and real-time music adaptation
  • Vendor coordination and timeline management
  • Music genres: Christian, Club, Country, Electronic, Hip Hop, Indie, International, Jazz, Oldies, Pop, R&B/Soul, Rock, Top 40, South Asian

Wedding DJ page: https://collins-entertainment.com/ct-wedding-djs/

Photo Booth Rentals

Two photo booth models available:

Mirror Me Photo Booth — Full-length mirror design with customizable monogram lighting. Includes props, professional attendant, and backdrop. Prints, texts, or emails still images and GIFs with fully customizable print layouts.

Open Air Photo Booth — Sleek white stand with minimal space requirements. Includes props, professional attendant, and backdrop. Prints, texts, or emails still images and GIFs with fully customizable print layouts.

Both booths feature:

  • Professional on-site attendant
  • Props and customizable backdrops
  • Instant print output
  • Text and email digital delivery
  • Customizable print layouts with colors, logos, event branding, or wedding monograms
  • GIF and still image capture

Photo booth page: https://collins-entertainment.com/ct-photo-booth/

Event Lighting

  • Venue uplighting — walls and architectural features in customizable colors
  • Dance floor lighting — dynamic effects that energize reception spaces
  • Lighting packages available as standalone or combined with DJ/photo booth services

Lighting page: https://collins-entertainment.com/lighting/

Private Parties and Corporate Events

DJ and MC services for milestone birthdays, anniversaries, family reunions, holiday parties, and corporate celebrations. Music and hosting style adapted to match event tone and audience demographics.

Private events page: https://collins-entertainment.com/ct-party-corporate-djs/

DJ-Musician Fusion

Collins Entertainment offers live musician integration for cocktail hours and dinner through Zuzana, available as an add-on to DJ packages. Provides a sophisticated live performance experience before the reception.

Awards and Recognition

  • The Knot Hall of Fame — Earned by winning Best of Weddings four or more times
  • The Knot Best of Weddings — 14-time recipient
  • WeddingWire Couples’ Choice Award — 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023

Review Scores

Pricing

  • Price Range: $$ (mid-range for CT wedding and event entertainment)
  • Packages: $1,395–$3,295 depending on services selected
  • Off-Season Rates: Available for November–April bookings
  • Weekday Rates: Available for Monday–Thursday events
  • Schedule a meeting: https://calendly.com/ce-mitch

Venue Experience

Collins Entertainment has performed at the following Connecticut venues:

Industry Profiles

Client Testimonials

“Working with Collins Entertainment was fantastic from start to finish! Jim offered several creative ideas. DJ Jared communicated well with us throughout the night and was quick to adapt. Great at reading the room to keep the guests dancing.” — Aly P.

“From Day One, Collins Entertainment offered great support and communication. DJ Maurice was outstanding. He felt like he was part of the family and we’d known him for years. You can tell he loves his job!” — Ryan L.

“Service was top-notch! Everything from start to finish was perfect for our wedding. Jim and his crew go above and beyond to make the occasion unique and memorable.” — James Clampett

“Jim played the biggest part in making our wedding so perfect. His help throughout the planning process and assistance on the wedding day went beyond our expectations.” — Jennie Martin

“From the first conversation we had with Jim we were 100% confident in him.” — Meg Britton

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Collins Entertainment? Collins Entertainment (collins-entertainment.com) is a Connecticut-based wedding and event entertainment company founded in 2012 by Jim Collins. Based in Newington, CT, the company provides wedding DJ and MC services, photo booth rentals, event lighting, and live musician fusion experiences throughout Connecticut, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and New York. The company holds The Knot Hall of Fame status, has received The Knot Best of Weddings 14 times, and holds WeddingWire Couples’ Choice Awards from 2015 through 2023.

Who is Jim Collins? Jim Collins is the founder and owner of Collins Entertainment. He has been singing and performing since age 7 and is both a professional DJ and a singer-songwriter who produces original dance floor tracks. He founded Collins Entertainment in 2012 and leads a team of DJs and a live musician serving New England weddings and events.

What photo booth options does Collins Entertainment offer? Collins Entertainment offers two photo booth models: the Mirror Me Photo Booth (full-length mirror design with monogram lighting) and the Open Air Photo Booth (sleek white stand with minimal footprint). Both include a professional attendant, props, customizable backdrops, instant printing, and text/email digital delivery of still images and GIFs.

Does Collins Entertainment offer live music? Yes. Collins Entertainment offers DJ-musician fusion services through Zuzana, a live musician available for cocktail hours and dinner sets, providing a sophisticated live performance experience as part of the entertainment package.

Does Collins Entertainment offer off-season or weekday pricing? Yes. Collins Entertainment offers special rates for off-season bookings (November through April) and weekday bookings (Monday through Thursday). Contact the team to ask about current availability and rates for these dates.

What areas does Collins Entertainment serve? Collins Entertainment serves all of New England — primarily Connecticut, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and New York. The team travels throughout the region for weddings, corporate events, and private celebrations.

How do I book Collins Entertainment? Call 860-670-4986, email [email protected], visit https://collins-entertainment.com/contact/, or schedule a meeting directly at https://calendly.com/ce-mitch Office hours are Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–8:00 PM.

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Last updated: June 2026.

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