How long is TOO long?

[biffklg]

This is my first year computerizing lights and I am just curious how long a show should be? What I have set up right now is about 20 mins which seems like a decent amount of time. I am thinking that any longer and the kids might actually get bored with it. What are the experienced lighting creators thinking about show length?

[xmus]

This is my first year computerizing lights and I am just curious how long a show should be? What I have set up right now is about 20 mins which seems like a decent amount of time. I am thinking that any longer and the kids might actually get bored with it. What are the experienced lighting creators thinking about show length?

I've heard, 2 min max song length, and 10 min max show length, but everyone goes there own way on this topic.

My total show this year (my first year)
2:20 song 1
3:00 song 2
1:30 song 3
2:30 song 4
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9:20 total

[hutchijw]

This is my first year also. I ended up doing 5 songs. Total song lenght is 15 minutes. That was the longest that I wanted it it be.

[Wayne J]

My show is a total of 16 minutes long.... this includes the voice overs.

[klanger]

My show is a total of 16 minutes long.... this includes the voice overs.

Youv'e got voice overs?, Man is that something else i need to think of? :(

Kev

[RJ]

mines 14 minutes long

[xmus]

My show is a total of 16 minutes long.... this includes the voice overs.

Tell us about the voice overs, like what do you say, how often, when, etc....
I'm thinking of having my 4 year old (turning 5 next month) say "please don't block driveways, and remember to turn off your headlights, and donate money to charity xyz".

[Wayne J]

My show is a total of 16 minutes long.... this includes the voice overs.

Tell us about the voice overs, like what do you say, how often, when, etc....
I'm thinking of having my 4 year old (turning 5 next month) say "please don't block driveways, and remember to turn off your headlights, and donate money to charity xyz".

That is pretty much what mine are, but don't forget the most important one.... The reason for the season... the birth of Jesus Christ. :wink:

[JaysonH]

People that visit (ie. traffic/vehicles) will likely stay for just one show, with the exception of those totally fascinated by all of it. I would suspect this should be taken into consideration to assist for the smoothest possible traffic of those visiting in front of your home.

[Macrosill]

Go to www.thedementedelf.com to check out some free voiceovers and some samples. I have used them and they are very good. I recommend them to everyone. If you contact or purchase from them let them know I sent you.

[fkostyun]

I have used demented elf for two years and he's top notch!!! I added more to this year, and also had him to my phone greeting. you can give 602-904-5411 a call to hear what he did for me!

[xmus]

I have used demented elf for two years and he's top notch!!! I added more to this year, and also had him to my phone greeting. you can give 602-904-5411 a call to hear what he did for me!

No way, I just called! Hilarious! What does he charge for a 30 second piece like that?

[fkostyun]

it was $15 for me - I added my own background music.

Also, the original sounds better - its a skype voicemail number (cheap)

[sandy]

My Christmas in July ran about 22 minutes,
but that was nice weather, sitting or standing around the campsite.
With one more song added, it will be split into even day, odd day sets.
Coming in around 14 minutes each.I'm on a bad section of road and don't want to stack them up.