Getting the entertainment right is a crucial element at any event.
Usually, the venue and the catering is at the forefront of the agenda, often leaving the entertainment until the very last minute which, during periods of high demand such as Halloween or Christmas, can often compromise the quality due to lack of availability (or lack of budget). If you can get it right, entertainment is the best element of an event and can leave the audience with a special memory which lasts a lifetime.
There are many factors to think of when booking entertainment so we asked our go-to experts for entertainment solutions, KruTalent, for their top tips.
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- Consider your venue style, dimensions and limitations when booking entertainment at events so that the performance compliments and enhances your space and event type. Good performers should offer flexibility and be willing to make anything work so for example if your venue hasn’t got any rigging we can suggest our freestanding aerialist who is able to provide her own freestanding rig where she combines essences of ballet with the skills of aerial hoop.
- Having a theme will make it easier to select a suitable entertainment choice such as Circus, Winter Wonderland or Great Gatsby – look for entertainers who are able to change their act through costume and performance to fit in with your chosen theme. We like to provide inspiration and creative ideas to complement your own – maybe to create an act never seen before or to think about new or additional concepts.
- Think outside the box – what haven’t your guests seen before and what do they like? Gauge your audience and your message; what do you want your clients/guests to take away from the event? Entertainment should be an experience – invigorating, exciting and above all good fun! Why not spice up your DJ set by having a harmonica, beat boxer or bongo drums perform over them? Or instead of a red carpet why not have our living red carpet to hand out leaflets, gift bags or just welcome guests as they enter the venue. The possibilities are endless and we will work with you to achieve inspiring and unique ideas.
- Consider not only visual and vocal content but also interaction with your guests; how can they get involved to be a part of the experience? Our wonderful moustache balancers incorporate guests into their sets by lifting them up above their heads and posing with them for photos. A memory they can boast about on Facebook or Instagram.
- Finally look after your performers and plan ahead. Make sure they have a dressing space (especially if booking multiple acts) and they are all fed and watered to keep them energised and motivated throughout the event so that their performance can run as smoothly as possible.
Following these 5 tips should allow you to deliver engaging, charismatic and exciting entertainment which will leave your guests awestruck each time.
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At Evolve we regularly share news about latest venues, styles and events on our blog and social media. You can visit our blog here and follow us at @evolveevents.
To get more ideas or help with your event talk to the team on 020 7610 2808 or email info@evolve-events.com
For more information about Kru Talent and to see all their acts for yourself visit their website here.
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