We originally booked Ethel and Bethel for our fundraiser based solely on their reputation.  It’s fair to say they lived up to it - in fact they knocked it out of the park! Initially, once we settled on a date and our booking was confirmed we were furnished with the fundraising bible.  This contained everything we needed to know and how to make our night a success…and it was a success, we absolutely exceeded our expectations.  Firstly tickets were easy to sell. Virtually all our sales were via social media.  Ethel and Bethel provided us with images to promote our event and passed on an old photo of themselves in a boat with rowing kit to match our fundraiser – you’ll be amazed at what they will do to support your event.  Secondly we took their advice and popped along to one of their events.  This enabled us to decide what we wanted from our event in terms of activities such as a chocolate wheel, live auction, silent auction, raffles etc.  Thirdly the level of communication from the ladies right through the process was outstanding, they spent time understanding our group and what we were wanting to achieve and made really good recommendations to us.  From the very first “hello loves” on the night Ethel and Bethel had the crowd reaching for their wallets.  Many have told us it was the best fundraiser they have attended and to put them down for tickets next time.  We can’t wait to book the ladies for next season and look forward to seeing them model our row suits again as they did on the night!

JANICE, LYNNE & PENNY

Cashmere High School Rowing, Christchurch

Ethel and Bethel provided an absolutely fabulous night of entertainment at our social club event, and were truly the talk of the office for days to come. It was such a unique and fun experience, and I can definitely recommend them to anyone wanting a night of laughter. They should come with a warning though – your tummy may hurt from all the laughing by the end of the night!

DEB D’GUILD

Event Consultant, Christchurch Addington Raceway

I have had the pleasure of attending three of Ethel and Bethel’s events. Two of these I organised and the other I attended as a punter.  This has to be one of the best evening’s entertainment I have experienced. The Babes are both very funny and entertaining, their humour appeals to all ages and they seem to have the knack of being able to read the audience and adapt their humour accordingly.  Their ability to keep the audience engaged for the entire evening is admirable.  The ladies are very helpful with their suggestions and ideas and are delightful to work with, making the whole process fun.  I would highly recommend Ethel and Bethel, not only as a fun way to have a fundraiser but for their professionalism and sense of fun!

CARMEL GREGAN-FORD
Education Manager, Kidney Health New Zealand

As Director of Sport at St Bede’s College, I run and attend many fundraising events.  Organising an Ethel and Bethel fundraising event was so easy to do. Tickets sold quickly and the dollars just kept rolling in.  It was the most enjoyable fundraiser I have ever organised.  I have no hesitation what so ever in recommending Ethel and Bethel – I would do it again at a drop of a hat! Everyone in the room was in stitches as they could all relate to Ethel and Bethel’s humour – but beware, you go home with sore sides from laughing so much!  I thoroughly loved working with and looking after Ethel and Bethel on the night – they are so easy and pleasurable to work with.  A great night was had by ALL!

CLARE KISSICK
Director of Sport, St Bede’s College Christchurch

I approached the ladies regarding hosting a function as we were looking at having a community event first and foremost, with fundraising as a secondary benefit.  Guidelines were issued which made our organisation as easy as possible, and the ladies were very helpful with fundraising ideas and assistance with planning.  An on-site meeting was held prior to the event which was a great opportunity to meet and discuss final preparations including our cafe hosts.  On the night, the ladies took control and interacted with attendees very well and ensured the evening ran smoothly.  I was impressed with how well they managed the fundraising activities.  The evening was most successful, so much so that we have been asked to invite Ethel and Bethel back again next year.  Well done and thanks!

IAN LENNIE
President, Pegasus Residents’ Group North Canterbury

Well, where do I start?  Ethel and Bethel are outstanding entertainers!  They are a license to print money for any fundraising opportunities, I can not recommend them enough.  I have been involved in two Ethel and Bethel bingo events at Shirley Boys High School and the money raised was off the chart! The crowds were well entertained and laughed their heads off!  They are not only professional to deal with, they also work very hard on the night and are in contact well in advance of your function.  The only negative I can say is…book well in advance as they are busy busy Bingo Babes!!

LEE-ANN VENIS

Shirley Boys High School Rugby, Christchurch