Aura Entertainment, LLC — Local services in Miami

I found Aura Ent. through an ad on CL. They were originally looking for female dancers and I figured it would not hurt to submit myself. As a performer dedicated to my craft, it is sad that my arrogance was taken advantage of. When I reached out and was given a response asking if I was available NYE to perform, I was so happy. I currently work with other performance agencies here in MIA who are TRUST-WORTHY and PAY THEIR PERFORMERS. Long story short, it is NYE and I get a call at approx. 9:30pm and was asked to be at Boulan Hotel by 10pm. Flushed with excitement and eager to work with this company, I quickly ran home, got ready and went where I was told to be. I enter a room which was reserved for the performers and the staff was passing around a flask drinking only who knows what on the job. The energy was heavy and sticky and the air felt heavier than a wet towel. I was thanked again and again for showing up last minute as one of the stilt walkers strap broke and his pants fell down in front of the crowd. I did 2 5 min sets and it was over as quickly as it began. The next day, I sent an email giving my Venmo as told to do so so I could receive payment that same day. Well, it has been well over a month and half now and I have not received any money owed. THEY DO NOT PAY THEIR PERFORMERS ACCORDINGLY. If you are someone who wants your money to go to an ethical company with morals, RUN! If you are a new-coming performer: RUN! This company needs to be taken down. How can you, as a former entertainer scam and feed off young people's dreams? I don't need to say more. Look at the photos I have attached from REAL conversations with this company. Anyone care to tell me when I will be given my $500?

Until then, this review stays up and expect more.

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UPDATE AS OF FEB 18:

After receiving obnoxious texts and emails throwing the word "attorney" around, I had no choice but to pursue legal action. The company is threatening me with an "attorney," yet do these imbeciles realize given the CRFA (Consumer Review Fair Act) passed in 2016, I CAN SAY AND POST WHATEVER I WANT AS LONG AS IS IT HONEST AND EVERYTHING I AM SAYING IS BACKED BY EVIDENCE--AS I HAVE EMAILS AND TEXTS. SO YOU CANT "SUE" ME FOR A TRUTHFUL REVIEW. Grow up. Be adults. Learn the legal system, sweetie. I attached the photos of texts and emails of them trying to scare me into taking down my review. Baby, If you don't have the money, just say so. No shame in being broke but using money that is supposed to go to hard-working performers but instead you use it for your own personal use is pathetic. I predict this company will go down the drain like a big...

Aura Entertainment quite literally gave me the best time and experience in my life while living in Miami. The connection with venues and staff is unmatched while still continuing education in dance or learning to express yourself to study better for different character roles provided by the company. Costuming is top knotch because they create the perfect balance between sexy, classy, creative and fun. The photographer Dre not only knows how to work the camera but goes above and beyond what he needs to for his job always on top of trying to make people laugh all the time. The owner Tati is a force to be reckoned with because of her passion for what she does which is inspiring. The talent is friendly and easy to get along with. Not to mention easy on the eyes watching their performances. The team as a whole creates a unforgettable experience....

I have had positive interactions with the staff and performers at Aura Entertainment Miami. I used to see their staff perform at El Tucan last year and they were always a very friendly, professional group. You can tell when companies manage their teams correctly by how consistent the performances and staff members are. They know how to put on a show and their in-house event photographer knows how to capture candid and action...