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A tribute to remember

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Tribute bands are very popular nowadays and can be the perfect thing for your ‘themed night’ or maybe you want a few of these tribute acts to get your party started. From Elvis, to ABBA, we are sure you will find your perfect act here at Red Masque. You may want a 70’s evening where your entertainer can sing and perform a melody of by-gone year tunes.

You could be organising a corporate party, private party, wedding or talent show, the choice is yours.  Red Masque has the best Tribute acts available today, so if you’re looking for a top performer to get the party started then you’ve come to the right place. To hire a tribute act is easy – you are able to book them yourself by filling out an online booking form provided on their profile. All your details and requirements are sent straight to your chosen entertainer and they will be in contact with you shortly.

Red Masque is the UK’s leading entertainment directory. Every event is different and finding the right event entertainment can sometimes be challenging and time consuming. Here at Red Masque we are constantly sourcing entertainers of the highest calibre from all manner of genres of entertainment. We pride ourselves on choosing top class acts from different areas of entertainment, such as comedy, dance and variety. We offer our clients the ultimate in party, wedding and event entertainment, with only the best, highly talented and unique acts around.

The best way to Rock a party…

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Rock Bands are very exciting and will bring that ‘edge’ to your event which you wanted and will definitely get everybody ‘rocking’. Top party bands are able to engage their audience and captivate them with their amazing sounds. Everybody loves to do a bit of ‘air guitar’ on the quiet, so why not hire your very own Rock Band and make your event that extra bit special.

Red Masque have the best Rock Bands for hire in the UK and they are very easy to book. You will find a list of Rock Bands in the music section; once you have chosen your favourite party entertainment you can book there and then using our online booking form and your chosen performers will be in contact with you to discuss dates etc…

All of our acts are hand picked and we follow a very selective process to ensure that our clients always get a first class, professional service and the very best entertainers available. We offer our clients the ultimate in event entertainment with only top, highly talented and unique artists and performers, guaranteeing amazing and memorable experiences every time.

Contortionists

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Contortionists are an unusual form of physical display which involves the dramatic bending and flexing of the human body. They are often part of acrobatics and circus acts and make a great party piece for entertaining friends and guests at an event. Contortionists have unusual natural flexibility which is enhanced through acrobatic training, or they put themselves through intense training to enable them to perform the most mind boggling shows. They can fit into the smallest of spaces or bend in ways that are truly unimaginable until seen with your own eyes.

If you would like to book a contortionist for your event and want to wow you guests with this extraordinary performance then we at Red Masque entertainment directory have the perfect Contortionist for you to book for your party/event. It will guarantee to be a talking point with your guests for weeks to come and the highlight of the event.

All you need to do now is look on the act you require for your up and coming event and fill out an online booking form which will go straight to your favoured act. They will then be in contact with you very soon to arrange dates, times and all requirements.  If you need some help, Red Masque will be happy to answer any questions that may have. We are the leading entertainment directory in the Uk, providing the very best acts and performers to hire for the ultimate party or event.

Click here to book a professional Contortionists from our list of Circus entertainers to hire.

Themed Dance Acts

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If you are organising an event with a ‘Theme’ and you don’t want it to be just your guests who look the part, then why not hire a Themed Dance Act to really make your event authentic.  Imagine you want a ‘20’s party and you would like to hire a group of dancers that will dance the Charleston, in that eras costume. You could be organising an 80’s event, Elvis event or even Abba. Make the most of your chosen theme and choose the fitting entertainment for the night ahead

Hire a Themed Dance act, they’re perfect for school reunions, corporate events or private parties. Your guests will think that they have truly gone back in time or to another era. Keep your guests entertained for hour with themed dance act from our selection of dancer available here at Red Masque.

If you’d like to book a professional Themed Dance Act for a great day/evening then simply have a look at our many Themed Dance Acts we have available.  Our online booking form is very simple to use, just fill out your contact details and your act of your choice will be in contact with you to discuss further. There’s no middle man and extra costs involved, you have direct contact with your chosen entertainers at all times

Click here To book Themed Dance acts for parties, weddings and events.

Step back in time

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A great way to have a party with different genres of music is to hire some tribute bands. They can go all the way back to the 60’s up until the 90’s.  It would be fun to dress up to really make the evening really authentic. You may have a television company that need some by gone music to set your scene for your particular programme.

Music can be used to create nostalgia and to create the ambiance that you have been searching for, for whatever event you have lined up. Why not hire all types of music from all era’s and dance the night away to different decades, this is a great way to include all ages in your special event?

Tribute bands can also be hired which would be another great choice for your event again they can be tributes to the 60’s 70’s 80’s or 90’s or why not book all four!!!  

There is nothing better than the sound of a ‘big band’ where a crooner could be crooning along to some of your all-time favourites.

The thrill of the ‘big band sound’ wowing your guests being an altogether great event and just takes the edge of just about everybody else.  Why not be a talking point within your circle of friends and show your corporate guests a really good time.

Big Band and Swing are known for class and will be a firm favourite for young and old alike.

When you think of Brass musicians you think of the dulcet tones of the Salvation Army playing thought-provoking tunes and raising a bit of charity for the needy, or you could be thinking of a Marching band, whatever your memories or thoughts of Brass musicians, you cannot fail to love the sound.

If you needed some brass musicians at your event for a focal point or to raise some cash for a good cause then why not hire these great musicians, that are truly unforgettable and sheer joy to listen to. 

Character musicians bring a little bit of personality into their performance whilst playing an instrument or a number of instruments.  For example, it could be a ‘one-man band’ entertaining your guests at your corporate event.

It could be a comedian playing a piano very badly or a group of character musicians having a big of professional fun.

Be safe in the knowledge that all the musicians you see advertised on the Red Masque directory are of the most highest quality and are truly very professional and one of a kind.

Stuck for party ideas?

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If you are stuck for some ideas for your event or party then Body Art is another way for young and old alike. You may have opened a new theatre company and wish to use Body Art for a completely different concept, or you may be holding a party where women or men are painted from head to foot in the most amazing paint that you wouldn’t know they had any clothes on!!!  (That’s how talented these Body Art artists are) and then there’s your face painter which can create the most amazing art on anybody’s faces…

Clowns are another good choice, usually you would book them for Children’s parties; and of course you still can, but why not hire a Clown for an adult event. Clowns have been around for centuries, first derived from the ‘court gestures’ of many moons ago to entertain Royalty and the Rich and Famous.   Clown’s slap stick humour is able to make both adults and children engage.

You are able to book Clown’s for any different event depending on what you need, but be safe in the knowledge that we only have the best Clowns on our books.

A contortionist is another slightly ‘off the wall’ act to hire, the amazing way these people bend their bodies to get into the tiniest places – are these people human? In fact the suppleness they have has taken hours of training every day to keep them this supple, to enable them get into these impossible spaces. With an act like this you will find that your guess will be mesmerised and will definitely entertain.

Fire Acts are definitely welcoming crowd pleaser. You could be opening up a new night club where 2 of these Fire Acts could be standing outside your new club. A must if you want that dynamic entrance for your new guests.

Or how about a Hula hooping act to hire? Strange as it may seem hula hooping would be a different but entertaining act to hire; maybe to meet and greet your guests as they arrive, serving drinks but hula hooping at the same time? Hula Hooping for a long time takes skill. Your Hula Hoop Act could have many on them on different parts of the body – great entertainment and a great way to keep fit.

So why not book a whole array of acts for your party – just break out from the usual dull entertainment that’s usually hired at such occasions.

Booking a top party DJ

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Looking at booking a DJ for your Christmas party but doesn’t know how to get the most bang for your Christmas fund? Well look no further as we’ve compiled some of our top tips on hiring the DJ with a deck to get the dancefloor jumping in bounds of jolly. Or something like that.

Whether you want to put on a festive playlist or if you want to simply leave them to it, getting a DJ to perform at your Christmas party or event is a truly tried and tested way to make sure that the good music keeps on flowing throughout the night.

Let’s just hope your colleagues remember all the hard work and research you put into finding the right DJ for your Christmas party the morning after whilst nursing a familiar combination of shame and migraine. If they do, that’s a sure sign of success.

1. Book early

Now this we cannot emphasise enough book your DJ several months before your Party.

With so many companies throwing a Christmas bash and needing to find the best DJs for their budgets its still mind boggling when it gets to December and yet still someone hasn’t booked yet. 

2. Book through an entertainment agency

This couldn’t really be emphasised enough. As said before, you could spend your time comparing rates of DJ to DJ, sending email after email attempting to get just what you’re after (only to find out they’re booked on the day of your party,).

Or, you could simply talk to those who actually have all of this knowledge stored in their brains and ready to be unleashed at the tips of their fingers. It’s why entertainment agencies exist – to provide a meaningful and effective service at finding the absolute best performer for a brief and budget.

3. Make sure you know what you’re getting

And the hypocrisy comes full circle. Do some research, check out what your DJ can do, what he or she is like, and see for yourself if they’re exactly what you’re looking for. 

Now that doesn’t mean auditioning, no no; that’s a little too much in most cases. It could be. It could be as simple as reading some testimonials or taking some advice from Red Masque.

By doing so, you’ll be better prepared (and in a safer mind-set) to stick with a choice and most importantly, be happy with it. 

4. Explore off peak options

Now of course, everybody wants to have their Christmas party on a Friday – and you all know why that is, don’t you?

Turns out, every DJ knows that too – so expect to pay a premium on weekend nights.

Due to simple supply and demand, the holiday season necessitates a premium due to the sheer amount of Christmas parties going on all around one month. It never hurts to explore different dates and times for your event to get a rate that’s a little lighter on your budget – but won’t leave your wallet feeling too light either. 

It might not always work in terms of pricing, but it certainly has the possibility to help if your preferred DJs are booked up for a certain date. 

5. Think about equipment

Most professional DJs have their own equipment, but they did pay a lot of money to purchase it in the first place so it’s expected that they’ll want to make a return on their investment. In other words, the cost is pushed onto you.

Now you should never force a performer to use equipment they’re not comfortable with or haven’t used before. That’s a given. But when it comes to stuff like PAs and microphones – well, there’s not much variation apart from how loud (and clear) they’re designed to go.

Look to see if your venue offers a cheaper option to hire the PA from and thus you won’t have to pay extra for someone to lug a van full of expensive equipment across the city centre in rush hour.

6. Budget, and budget some more

It’s personal finance 101, but make sure you have a clear indication in mind of what you’re willing to spend when it comes to booking a DJ for your Christmas party. 

Of course, first you have to do a little research into what the general rates are but once you’ve done that, you’ll be in a much more efficient and convenient place to book your DJ without having to worry about negotiating rates or booking a performer too high above or below your initial budget.

7. Don’t hand them a playlist and expect them to play it

DJs are artists too – if you wanted a set list of songs you required playing, do everyone a favour and put a playlist together and leave it at that.

Of course, it’s fine to make requests (it would be ridiculous not to) but professional DJs are experienced at getting the crowd dynamics just right – almost like they know exactly what they’re doing – and making sure everyone has a fantastic time at your Christmas party.

10. Book your Christmas party DJ with us

It’s a shameless self-promotion, but we like to think we know almost everything when it comes to booking the right DJ, act, or performer for any event of any size.

We at Red Masque have every entertainer imaginable to make your party get off to a flying start.  Have a browse through our categories and see for yourself why we are becoming ever so popular.

Capital events

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London is one of the world’s most multicultural cities offering a whole host of exciting attractions and activities that you won’t find anywhere else. Amongst the bustling streets is a treasure trove of unique venues perfect for hosting corporate events and private functions. You can look forward to venues with stunning Birdseye views across the city, boudoir-style cabaret clubs, a floating cinema and the UK’s only permanent ice bar and to name only a few…

So let’s talk about this fabulous venue in London Ice Bar. This is one of the most unique venues that London has to offer; just off Regent Street. As the name suggests this stunning venue is made completely out of ice – the walls, bar, tables and even the glasses – kept at -5 degrees all year round, this venue isn’t just a seasonal occurrence.

Ice bar will give your guests a wow factor experience that will be a talking point for months to come. Ideal for receptions, hen and stag parties and even team building exercises as staff brave the environment with an icy cocktail in hand! After the 40 minute session you can recline in warmer areas outside of Ice bar. They can dine on delicious dishes in the restaurant which has a capacity of up to 180 guests standing. Enjoy drinks and canapés in the smaller lounge with space for 45 guests or the ground floor cocktail bar for up to 70 guests.

Using the clearest ice, a team of skilled ice designers and sculptors create this stunning ice landscape, which is completely reinvented once a year. Sessions are booked in 40 minute timeslots due to the low temperature inside the venue and guests are given thermal gloves and capes to wear when experiencing this amazing environment!

No corporate event is complete without entertainment to impress and engage staff.  Red Masque entertainment directory has a number of walkabout acts that would fit perfectly with this cool venue. Our canapé girls will look right at home wrapped in elegant furs handing out mini oeuvres will add to the winter atmosphere and create a great talking point.

Circus Entertainment

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Why not bring on the circus and make your event entertainment the talk of the town. But don’t expect it to be all balloons and a silly costume because these days the circus has something special on offer… 
Young or old everybody loves a good circus show, you could hire the whole shebang, or If you needed individual circus acts then Clowns and Jugglers can be organised separately. Maybe your guests would like to learn the simple techniques of juggling and leave the more complicated techniques for watching only!! Todays circus performers can bring the best of the big top to you.

Acrobats are a great way to start off an event with fantastic displays perfect for any occasion. For bigger events you can hire more extreme show performances such as the high wire and aerial displays, but acrobats are just as talented on a small stage and a solo show by a professional performer can be an amazing treat for both the large and smaller crowds to enjoy. You could be launching a new product and want to promote it by organising an acrobatic group – it will definitely be a great talking point and your crowd will stop in their tracks to watch these amazing acrobats.

Find the best jugglers available for hire in the UK today. These performers can juggle just about anything from fire balls to furniture. Jugglers today really push the boundaries when it comes to what they can perform with. The days of the simple circus juggler who’s know for throwing coloured balls in the air are well and truly numbered.

Some people think of sword swallowing and knife throwing as a magic trick but there’re no illusions or magic involved with these acts. An act that is guaranteed to not only entertain but also shock and amaze your guests all at the same time. A great choice of entertainment for any party or event whatever the occasion.

Add some circus fun….

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Why not add a bit of circus fun to your event by hiring one of the UK’s top juggling acts and hula hoop artists? Jugglers have been around for centuries and are a well know way of entertaining the crowds. From street entertainers to circus acts, juggling many different objects from balls to knifes, some can juggle whilst balancing at the same time – now that takes a lot of practice and a lot of coordination.

When was the last time you tried to hula-hoop? Hula hooping a great way to keep fit, child hood memories is remembered by hula hooping and we all could do it very well, but as we have gotten older it seems we can only ‘hula’ a few times.  Sometimes it’s best to just leave it to the experts. Why not hire a hula hoop performer who could actually teach you the art again and you and your guests can actually have fun and keep fit at the same time. You could even be opening up a keep fit class where you can incorporate hula hooping to keep people entertained and try something new.

You will see from our gallery that there are a lot of circus entertainers to choose from, just read through each profile to see which one takes your fancy. You can fill out the online booking form to enquire about each act and their availability; the act will be in contact with you direct soon after to discuss your requirements.