10 Questions with Daniel Halkyard

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Officiant - Daniel Halkyard

10 Questions with Daniel Halkyard

1. Introduction: What's your story?

I began officiating weddings in 2003 on the beaches of Southern California. I am a professional theatre director/actor and enjoy bringing couples together. From traditional civic to christian ceremonies as well as character performed weddings (Santa Dumbledore, and more) I try to create a wedding ceremony experience that will be remember and cherished forever!

2. What's your experience as a wedding officiant? How many weddings have your officiated?

The first 17 years were basically part time as I was active in raising 3 girls and 1 boy. The past ten years I have been involved in ten weddings from California to Nevada.

3. How far in advance do couples need to secure your services?

Over the years I have experiences a wide range of time line requests. I will perform a wedding with 24 hours notice to as far back as a year's notice

4. How would you describe your officiant style?

As an actor, public speaker I am very adaptive here. From traditional ceremony to an all out performance, I can go in just about any direction the bride and groom want. Creativity is no object.

5. What are your fees for officiating a wedding?

Package A: Non Religious Ceremony

Licensed Officiant with Rehearsal
$199
● Licensed Officiant to perform civil ceremony
● Customized wedding script
● Filing of the Marriage License after the wedding
● Officiant & Travel Fees
● Rehearsal the day before (or other day) to ensure everything goes as planned

Package B: Religious Ceremony

Licensed Minister with Rehearsal
$199
● Licensed Minister to perform religious ceremony
● Customized wedding script
● Filing of the Marriage License after the wedding
● Officiant & Travel Fees
● Rehearsal the day before (or other day) to ensure everything goes as planned

Package C: Officiant-in-Character/Costume Ceremony

Officiant-in-Character/Costume
$499
● Licensed Officiant to perform themed ceremony in-character/costume
● Customized wedding script
● Filing of the Marriage License after the wedding
● Officiant & Travel fees
● Rehearsal the day before (or other day) to ensure everything goes as planned.

Package D: Blended Family / Unity Ceremony Add-On

Blended Family / Unity Ceremony Add-On
$99
● Licensed Officiant to add blended family / unity ceremony
● Customized ceremony script
● Officiant & Travel Fees
● Rehearsal the day before (or other day) to ensure everything goes as planned

Package E: Reaffirmation of Vows Ceremony

Licensed Officiant / Minister No Rehearsal
$99
● Licensed Officiant/Minister to perform simple ceremony
● Customized vows script
● Will come to your selected venue
● Officiant Fee & Travel fees

Package F: Elopement Ceremony

Licensed Officiant / Minister No Rehearsal
$99
Elope!! No need for a bridal party, no aisle to walk down, no one giving anyone
away, and only a few people? I will perform a special Elopement ceremony at a
location of your choice! After the ceremony, I will obtain witness signature(s) and
file the marriage license with the appropriate County Recorder within the allotted
legal timeframe (10 days), by mail or in person.
● Licensed Officiant/Minister to perform simple ceremony
● Customized vows script
● Will come to your selected venue
● Officiant & Travel Fees

6. What do you wear when you officiate a wedding?

My attire is at the request of the bride and groom Be it suit and tie, tuxedo, robes or character outfit, I have something for everyone

7. How many pre-wedding sessions will the couple need to have with you?

In most cases two, but one is very feasible

8. Will you be able to create a personalized ceremony?

Absolutely! I have a number of questions I will ask in advance that overtime will begin to shape into a desired ceremony

9. Are you available to travel if needed?

Yes, up to 25 miles

10. What is your cancellation and/or refund policy?

I usually am flexible here, Each wedding is on a cases by case basis. I usually request a down payment however if an emergency comes to into play far enough out something can and will be worked out

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