One Magical Night: Bat Mitzvah Theme Fit for a (Disney) Princess

Guests at Lindsay Berliner’s Bat Mitzvah were transported to the magical world of… Disney! For this Disney princess loving Bat Mitzvah girl, the brand new Wave Resort in Long Branch, NJ was transformed into a dazzling, beachside destination fit for a princess. During Lindsay’s ceremony, guests had a view of the ocean that was only topped by the outdoor cocktail hour. Says mom Jackie, “It was like being on a cruise ship!”

Lisa Ivler Events worked with the Berliner’s to bring their vision to life. Live Disney princesses – and one very handsome prince! – interacted with guests throughout the night, while an electric violinist and strolling magician added to the non stop entertainment.

Read on to see how Disney’s famous princesses were represented at each turn during this fairytale Bat Mitzvah.

Photo above (L-R): mom Jackie, Bat Mitzvah girl Lindsay, sister Brooke, dad Andrew. The photographer for this event was Jamie K Photography. A complete list of Vendors follows at the end of this Spotlight.

Service with a View

Sparkling rose gold invitations, and a subtle magic wand, hinted at the princess theme

On the boardwalk, before the service

Instead of a casual pre Mitzvah photo shoot, Lindsay dressed as some of her favorite Disney princesses; the images, like this one as Cinderalla, were used as decor throughout the space

Programs for the service also featured the princess wand

Pink kippahs with rainbow metallic Mickey Mouse ears

Lucite chairs added to the magical vibe

Celebration Fit for a Princess

The outdoor cocktail hour featured spectacular views; table linens were coordinated to match Lindsay's dress

When guests came inside they found their table assignments here

A nod to Disney's Snow White

Gold compacts revealed each guests' table

Lindsay's sign-in board featured one of her favorite quotes: "It's kind of fun to do the impossible"

Gift box

Inside the ballroom, pale pink, crystal and candelight created an elegant space

Menus featured Lindsay's princess wand...

And pale pink Mickey ears served as napkin rings

A custom table, complete with details on the end to match the invitation and echo Tinkerbell's pixie dust, also featured roses as a nod to "Beauty and the Beast"

The dance floor was wrapped in Lindsay's logo, which featured Disney-inspired font

The Berliners, in the kids' lounge which featured plush purple couches and custom pillows

Close up of the kids' lounge

A silhouhette of the Magic Kingdom behind the adult bar; a famous Disney quote adorned the front

The kids' bar was transformed with an image from Lindsay's pre shoot where she posed as Ariel, aka "The Little Mermaid"

Lindsay's candle lighting display was a showstopper

Princess in training? Lindsay is joined by her little sister Brooke

Logos and graphics, by Fabu Designs, featured Disney's iconic ears and font

A touch of whimsy as the world famous mouse "dabs"

A gorgeous balloon wall - and giant Mickey ears! - was a perfect backdrop for photos

Younger sister Brooke is joined by a friend

Mom Jackie gathers her friends for a photo op

The sun setting over the Jersey boardwalk

Princess Moments

A ”Frozen" inspired princess offered dessert to guests

The Queen of Hearts, from "Alice in Wonderland" welcomed guests to the party (and served as the black jack table!); while the champagne server reminded guests of Belle from “Beauty and the Beast”

Prince Eric, from "The Little Mermaid” welcomed guests in the lobby and later mingled during the party; behind Prince Eric, another princess image from Lindsay's pre shoot

Inspired by the movie “Aladdin,” these Jasmine-esque servers carried trays of glitter makeup to touch up guests

"Frozen" slushies... of course!

Non-Stop Entertainment

Lindsay debuted a choreographed dance with her dad; her short dress is actually part of the same ball gown she wore for the service! The transforming dress featured a removable long skirt - a great way to transition from service to party

Guests held on to their tiaras during the hora

Lindsay hit the dance floor

An electric violinist added to the drama of the night

An acrobatic entrance!

The magician kept the mood magical

Royal SWAG

Cotton jersey swag bags with a sunglassed Mickey Mouse were displayed for kids to take home

Inside they found a custom water bottle, hat, t-shirt and more

Custom t-shirts featured Mickey wearing an "LB" logo shirt

Mitzvah Advice

“The planning should be fun, not stressful,” says mom Jackie. “Take cues from your kids and have them be a part of the whole experience. Also, trust your planning team and know the party will be perfect.”

Vendor Directory

Venue: Wave Resort, 732-612-9283
Event Planner/Princess & Prince Staff: Lisa Ivler Events, 862-485-8584
Music/DJ: Total Entertainment, MC Robby, 201-894-0055
Photographer/Videographer: JKP Photographers, 973-535-1550
Favors: Frostings By Venee, Vanessa, 732-703-9084
Interactive Entertainment: Alfiya Glow (electric violinist), 267-318-8324; David Corsaro (magician), 973-699-2723
Invitations: Paper Parfait, Melissa Trachtman, 973-325-5010
Decor/Flowers/Sign-In Board/Candle Lighting: Lounge It Up, Brian, 973-616-7818
Logos/Graphics: Fabu Designs, Amy Wohl, 312-513-1698; Lounge It Up, Brian, 973-616-7818
Dance Floor Wrap: Graphic Marketing Group, 973-276-7901
Dresses: All About the Dress, custom by J&A, (Lindsay), 914-219-5300
Suit: Bergdorf Goodman, Gucci, 800-558-1855
Hair/Makeup: Laura Bonnanni Castorino (hair), 917-837-0061; Sheri Rosen (makeup), 973-610-6102

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